Genesis G80 vs. Lexus GS 350

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Genesis G80 and Lexus GS 350 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 Lexus GS 350.

When we compare the Genesis G80's and the Lexus GS 350's specifications and ratings, the Genesis G80 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. The Lexus GS 350 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The Genesis G80 and Lexus GS 350 have the same fuel efficiency base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Genesis G80's and the Lexus GS 350's specifications and ratings, the Lexus GS 350 is a better car than the Genesis G80.

Pricing: A used 2020 Genesis G80 ranges from $26,405 to $37,866 while a used 2020 Lexus GS 350 is priced between $32,221 to $43,823.

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 Lexus GS 350 loses 44.3 percent of its value. This means the Lexus GS 350 retains 6.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Genesis G80.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Genesis G80 is 7.4 out of 10 while the Lexus GS 350'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 Lexus GS 350 being ranked 7 out of 29.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Genesis G80 is 5.9 out of 10. For the Lexus GS 350 the reliability rating is 9.0 out of 10. This gives the Lexus GS 350 a substantial advantage in reliability compared to the Genesis G80.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the Genesis G80 and the Lexus GS 350 makes 311 horsepower. The G80 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 528 miles. The GS 350 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 452 miles.This gives the Lexus GS 350 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Genesis G80 the advantage in maximum range. The G80 uses regular unleaded, and the GS 350 uses premium unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are midsize cars, the Genesis G80 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The Lexus GS 350 has the advantage in the areas of rear leg room cargo space.

Safety Ratings: The Genesis G80 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.