Genesis G80 vs. Buick LaCrosse

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Genesis G80 and Buick LaCrosse contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Genesis G80 and the Buick LaCrosse.

When we compare the Genesis G80's and the Buick LaCrosse's specifications and ratings, the Genesis G80 has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The Buick LaCrosse has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Genesis G80's and the Buick LaCrosse's specifications and ratings, the Buick LaCrosse is a better car than the Genesis G80.

Pricing: A used 2019 Genesis G80 ranges from $22,535 to $34,635 while a used 2019 Buick LaCrosse is priced between $17,644 to $30,104.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Genesis G80 loses 51.2 percent of its value and the Buick LaCrosse loses 51.8 percent of its value. This means the Genesis G80 retains 0.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Buick LaCrosse.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Genesis G80 is 7.4 out of 10 while the Buick LaCrosse's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Genesis G80 being ranked 14 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Buick LaCrosse being ranked 1 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Genesis G80 is 5.9 out of 10. For the Buick LaCrosse the reliability rating is 7.8 out of 10. This gives the Buick LaCrosse an advantage in reliability compared to the Genesis G80.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Genesis G80’s base engine makes 311 horsepower, and the Buick LaCrosse base engine makes 194 horsepower. The G80 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 528 miles. The LaCrosse is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 553 miles. This gives the Buick LaCrosse the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Genesis G80. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Genesis G80, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Buick LaCrosse, a large car, has the advantage in the area of rear leg room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Genesis G80 and the Buick LaCrosse have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.