GV80 Over RX? 2024 Lexus RX vs 2024 Genesis GV80. The Ultimate Luxury SUV Battle! 

The back of the Lexus is sexy ,but over all the Genesis looks more Luxurious

The RX is just another Rav 4 with upgrades.. I love my GV 80 with 5 years free schedule service... My 3.5 TT is smooth and in the sport mode, it propels to overtake most of the cars on the highway. And most of all, 3.5TT has dual portside and direct injections to reduce the carbonation of the valves ..

When a Genesis looks like a Genesis and a Lexus looks like a upscale Toyota in terms of quality and looks.

The 2025 has a much nicer steering wheel and the interior has been updated. Please review it as it’s so much better than the 2024 in this video.

They're both a good vehicles but I think the Genesis design and other than the ugly steering wheel it's a beautiful beautiful SUV...

Appreciate you going a little further with the NVH testing. Something that no other reviewers do. That's probably what most buyers are looking for in these cars.

The Genesis defintely looks more upscale on the inside while the RX looks sportier especially with that red interior. I was very surprised the Lexus was quiter and smoother over rough pavements. Overall, I think I would pick the Lexus, i prefer its styling, but I would go for the RX500h, you get decent performance with better fuel efficiency

gv80 all the way

This isnt even a comparison. Genesis passed up many of these luxury brands. Only one srill really ahead is Mercedes

Comparing these two vehicle, Genesis looks young and sexy and Lexus is just boring....

Good comparison and interesting contents.

by the way I like that you know have the Db tester to give us the full specs on the noise, vibration comparison, truly first class Sam!

Time’s changed like Sony to Samsung. GV80 for me~

Lexus downfall replacing the great 6 cylinder 3.5 . I won't buy a lexus with the 4 cylinder. I own rx 350, and I'll have to find another brand.

Sooo many people making comments when they cant afford them, have never looked at one, never sat in one, or never driven one... I have a RX500h, I love it.. I looked at a GV80, very nice.. but felt bigger, heavier, and too floaty on the road. I like the RX for its size (not too big but big enough) and im 6'5" tall.. 240 lbs. I liked the GV, but the RX was just better for me around town etc.. I dont like all the safety beeps etc, but you can turn a lot of the beeps off... Everything is easy to use. I have gotten used to the steering wheel buttons and functions etc.. It is a luxury ride, F sport - fyi thats a joke there is nothing sport about it.. Interior has lots of soft touch, and is more luxurious in real life than any video shows.. the mark levinson sound will blow your ear drums, its too bright, I had to turn treble and mids to zero, with bass at 6, its more than you need........ Engine is very smooth for a 4 cyl and thats one thing I was worried about, but after a 30 minute cruise around the city I knew they refined it and isolated it nicely, ride is very good, it handles well - not sporty, just about right.... The GV80 has a softer ride, bit too soft for me - you found the lexus softer... maybe it was the floaty suspension that threw me off on the GV...500h is quite quick - I never drove the 350 etc or lower models as I wanted some power, 250 hp doesnt cut it for me.... 366 is much better.. Im happy with my purchase.

Lexus looks good from the outside but the interior, no 6 cylinder engine options and FWD based platform doesn't stand a chance against Genesis.

Just on looks alone I'll take the GV-80 /////

I can't believe Genesis is getting rid of the classic layout of the infotainment and the gauge cluster for the tacked on full flat panel screen seen on almost every other brand for the 2025 GV80. I'm sure they could've found a way to house the gauge cluster while still offering the screen. And I think the GV70 is also going the same route, sadly.

Great comparison , I winder if on future ones you can cook ent on paint quality, panel gaps , interior materials

The genesis steering wheel is nice its more cohesive design and goes with the luxury suv theme

I have 2022 lexus RX equipped with 15 speakers mark Levinson sound system, it is true that base is very enjoyable, and not too much, where it gets uncomfortable, too much base could rattle the interior parts, which is why lexus is a quality vehicle, you dont want a sound systsn with too much base, then your interior will start to fell apart, lexus goes above and beyond for quality

Good job Sam, but between the two cars I’ll chose a used Corolla or Elantra because I can’t afford any of them

Great comparison. When testing sound, please note that Bluetooth sound quality is inferior to wireless carplay/android auto. You should plug the phone into GV80's USB port for a fair comparison. Yes, GV's don't have wireless AC/AA, yet. It's coming in a firmware update.

Sam, would love to see Mazda CX90 vs BMW X5 vs Volvo XC90, and a race video over your previous Navigator vs GLS video!!!! Please make this happen

GV80 for me ❤❤😊😊

sam are you able to do comparison on lexus rx 350h vs any good hybrid suv in the market as of now ?

The genesis is more luxurious and it has to HDMI ports how can you go wrong with that!!

The lexus look more premium Toyota than luxury but the Genesis looks like an early 2000’s Chrysler- Guve the lexus some chrome and more jeweling and it’ll propose luxury

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Of course the genny

any thoughts on the BMW X5 base versys hybrid versions? would like to see a similar review using the German countetr parts.

Not sure why you need software to prove the Lexus is a softer ride. Just look at the wheels! GV80 with 22 inch wheels and therefore very little sidebar is always going to be a harsher ride over road imperfections.

And the Genesis is a RWD architecture with a longitudinally mounted engine. I'd much rather tune this engine than anything in the Lexus since those are transverse mount engines and I'm not convinced those much smaller transmissions can take the torque of a tune. I may be wrong of course, but generally I believe that (FWD transmissions) is generally the case.

Genesis looks and performs one class higher than Lexus. Koreans surpassed Japanese and aim directly at Germans 👍

GV80

Genesis is the new Lexus

About the electronic door handles, just like Tesla, I don't know whether these car manufacturers have considered how rescuers open the doors from outside while battery is dead/cut and even car is on fire🔥... Please don't make more Apollo 1 disasters.

Either one is best

I"ll take genesis

lol Lexus was the best in the 2000s … have to give this to genesis

The RX screen design looks like it came out of a Toyota. the GV rotary gear selector has to go. since the Gv has a slightly stiffer ride, does it make up for it in terms of handling?

hyundai vs toyota i think the answer is obvious

so this Lexus is on 21" wheels? they look a bit smaller. it also could explain the smoother ride and lower cabin noise in the lexus

Among two Lexus is reliable luxury suv...no doubt ..toyota vs hyundai..😂

For me i find GV 80 more luxurious and way ahead in this comparison….as a new generation were I’m belong after 4-5 years I upgraded and change my car….old people always says look for reliability…do you think other car don’t have?…they have even warranty’s way far compared to this old brand…i know they are way ahead in the market for years….

Whatever the conclusion, the two cars cannot be compared in terms of weight class. Was it sponsored by Lexus? Don't distort. And why are they trying to hide the length of the Lexus from the screen? It's cowardly.

Lexus of course!

Genesis !

Lexus for life

$90K? I just recently bought a 2023 VW Tiguan for $29K and I thought that was expensive.

Rwd front wheel drive no comparison

I found this review rather unusual. Why would you do an audio test before a test drive? Why would you wait nearly 25 minutes into the review before driving either car?

the genesis is way better than the lexus!

The GV80 doesnt compete with the RX... it competes with the LX...genesis just sells at a much lower price...and they do it as a marketing tool for more sales and brand loyalty...lexus was doing the same thing genesis is doing now but 25-30years ago...they have their spot in the luxury segment..they arnt going anywhere and are still used as a benchmark by other luxury manufacturers wheather they admit it or not.

why you always compare the wrong spec of lexus vehicles to or brands, should've compared the genesis with the RX 350 premium luxury

just cause of that hideous steering wheel on the gv80 ots a turn off and also those transmission knobs hate them

I Hope lexus will get us a coupe version of the rx. But it seems they dont follow the trend..

But you didn't change the sound mode in the Genesis you can pick Audience, Stage or Referance

I have a Lexus rx 500h f sport. It is a lot quicker than the 350 f sport. The only way this comparison would be fair is if this gv80 was compared to the Lexus 500h. The genesis is nice looking vehicle but this comparison seems to be rigged from the start for Genesis. The genesis is also way more expensive than the Lexus that it was compared to.

That 4 banger in the Lexus is so unrefined. Noisy and coarse. No thanks

F Sport is a waste of money. I had ES350 F Sport which had the harshest ride over rough roads.

Also, you are comparing RX 2.4L 4 cylinder 275 HP engine to Gv 80 3.5TT 375hp engine on the noise level and vibration. Not a fair comparison..

hmm no…the RX500h does not have 22-in wheels

We don't want Toyota or Hyundai. We are comparing to buy a more luxurious car. Anyone can see that the Genesis seems to be a more expensive car than the Lexus. Of course, Lexus, which has a long history, is more trustworthy. But the 7-year warranty takes all your worries away.

Lexus 2024 RX 350, hate 4Cyl engine, unless you get top models, the 2nd row seating has no luxury feel. Essentially you buy reliability and functionality definitely RX is no street racer, does everything well flies under the radar and when you want to sell it, great resale value. I have to assume dealer network is better than Genesis. Genesis GV80/ big car, big presence, for a name plate that has only been around 4 years, sure you ae buying a car that has a unique exterior design. seems well appointed to exude luxury, interior spaciousness and most important keeping the 6cyl engine option available for customers. I am not sure if the GV80 has reliability, questionable dealer network or great resale value. I currently own a 2011 MDX with 6cyl 300HP, SH-AWD and seating for 7. My MDX was a unique contender with the ugly beak, as everyone called it. But honestly, at the time the MDX while it was the ugly duck, it deliver performance even when fuel efficiency was not there.

Interesting that Lexicon is a brand under Harman…. Just like Mark Levinson. Lexicon seems like it should be in a Lexus 😂.

Genesis is the real winner in all aspect!…

Your phones noise measuring app is not remotely as reliable as an actual sound level meter

The Lexus, period!

Mark Levinson is not an Audi system

Is RX a rebadged RAV4?

I think Lexus paid him to talk about Lexus 😂

I would take the rx over the gv any day …. But not in this color the white and the grey suit it better in my opinion

The Genesis is on A WHOLE different playing field than the Lexus, and it is a shame because Lexus has enough resources to make an SUV as good if not better than the GV80. I enjoy your content but I see no point in this unless someone at Lexus begged for a skewed comparison? From the Asians, only the CX90 can match up to the GV80. MDX Type S doesn't count as it is an American built product but definitely a worthy competitor.

Genesis gv80 🔥🔥🔥 Genesis beat Lexus Hyundai beat Toyota Kia beat Honda

Steering wheel pulled out of a 92 Buick LeSabre. UGLY!!!

RX for me. GV80 is good, but not my style. The RX and the MDX have a more sporty approach compared to the more grown-up and more luxurious approach GV80.

More like gv80 vs gx

90k for a genesis? its a great vehicle but if i have 90k to spend on a vehicle it would be an audi q8 or a merc eqe. Majority of the people who have 90k won't even spend it on a premium Hyundai

The interior of the GV80 is overly complex and not classy. No wireless apple CarPlay. the Lexus exterior is much more stylistic - and free flowing - not boxy. No mention of gas mileage performance, reliability or safety systems.

The steering wheel drives me nuts too. It's freakin ugly 😂😂

Come on, man, you choose a v6 hyundai genesis to compare to Lexus 4, and the 4 obviously outperformed in terms of ride, isolation, and entertainment, yet you choose the Hyundai? That the same reason you also chose an iPhone with that big ugly cut-out? Smart luxury car shoppers don't just buy for style but also the experience and cred. Bringing your so-called luxury car to a Hyundai dealership for maintenance is in no way, shape, or form considered luxury. The genesis has an old throw-back Buick vide, which is attractive but will age faster. And is it me, or does the back seats in the GV look like a coffin?? The Lexus has a much lighter, current, and sporty demeaner that will appeal to more younger buyers. Throw in cred and possibly better reliability, and that's a winning combination for future retail value when you go to sell it.

Just FYI due to numerous misinformation. This car was called the Hyundai Genesis when it was first introduced. It is a Hyundai vehicle which is serviced by Hyundai workers in Hyundai dealerships. That in itself may not matter to some but no true luxury car buyer wants to hang inside a low budget dealership with their expensive vehicle...unless you want to show off to other Hyundai folks...they seem to be the only ones impressed. Luxury is proof of time, longevity, quality and reliability. The RX has been at the top of its game for over 20 years and still manages to remain there. That's quite a feat for any car company especially in today's competitive market, and why all these imitations have now popped up. Maybe in 10-15 more years the Hyundai genesis might have proven its right to be taken seriously by real luxury car buyers instead of side-bench fans who have never even sat in one and will never own one. This 'coffin-like interior and reflective shinny knobs would be distracting to live with along with the rough ride. And does anyone actually believe that directing music to the front speakers would stop rear passengers hearing it? lol You can direct music to the front speakers in most cars!

Naturellement le Lexus dans tous les cas. Dans l’enquête de consumér’s report le top 10 de la satisfaction des propriétaires il n’y a aucune coréenne l’indice est de 80 à 100% de taux de satisfaction mais Lexus. Acheter une Lexus moins chère qu’une genesis avec plus de fiabilité de valeur de revente et d’économie c’est logique.

Toyota has been cheating for 35 years. Wow, that:'s a long time.😢

Interesting - as Genesis trys and pushes into the Luxury class. But a Lexus has pedigree - reliability and build quality and you feel that in the damping but also ALL the buttons and surfaces. The dials and other inclusions (no car play etc) plus plus - means you really can't seriously compare. If you like the genesis then great but I have also driven both and played with them and this is something that is not really a like for like - save for a superficial view. I do like the sound and vibration tests and that is really interesting however.

a Luxury SUV vs. a premium Toyota, who will win?

Lexus is ugly but lasts longer. They are tied

GV80 sucks lmfao 😂 it’s resale tanks and overall it’s perceived quality over actual quality you find in a Lexus, also don’t forget Lexus legendary sales and service! You don’t get remotely close to that experience at Hyundai /Genesis dealers

I'll take a luxury Toyota over a luxury Hyundai any day.

OMG!!! Lexus? No!!

All those chrome knobs, the steering wheel, and the ugly climate controls in the Genesis, smh. I'll take the glorified Toyota as the haters say. The Genesis does have a nice shape. I'll give it that.

I don't know..Lexus just looks cheap

Lexus is so much better

I think maybe Caddy is the worst luxury Suv maker, Lexus is second worst, cheap build all around, the car chassis of Janpanese car nowdays are all about cutting budgets, had a RX350h, the damn front left suspension broke twice in 3 months, nah, for quality and drivers car I don't recommend Lexus at all. I also have experiences driven Mecedes, Cadillac, Toyota, Honda, Chevy. Think the Japanese cars are the worst for spirit drivers, they are cheap for a reason. Most of Lexus sold to those middle age women have no ideas about cars in general, they are slowing down and jamming every drive way..........🙃

Finally a nice looking RX 😂😂 about time they dumped that ugly old look. Both nice both would take the Genesis, idk why I always think of a Lexus more of a sporty mom car. Still really nice just not my style. Rather get BMW if I’m going for sporty look.

You gotta be crazy to spend 90k for a Hyandai. Wow

The back of Lexus Rx looks ugly.

Lexus is ugly. Do not compare with Genesis. And, Genesis has better clarity in classical music. Is he tone deaf?

I hate expensive toyota hilander