Genesis G80 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
In comparing the Genesis G80's and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class's specifications and ratings, the Genesis G80 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Genesis G80's and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a better car than the Genesis G80.
Genesis G80 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Pricing
For a new model, the Genesis G80's price is between $56,291 and $75,550, with the Mercedes-Benz C-Class priced between $49,164 and $62,438.
Genesis G80 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Genesis G80 loses 50 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class loses 46.8 percent of its value. This means the Mercedes-Benz C-Class retains 3.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Genesis G80.
Genesis G80 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Genesis G80 is 8.0 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz C-Class' quality rating is 8.9 out of 10. This results in the Genesis G80 being ranked 12 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class being ranked 7 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars.
Genesis G80 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Genesis G80 is 5.9 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz C-Class the reliability rating is 8.2 out of 10. This gives the Mercedes-Benz C-Class 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 300 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class base engine makes 255 horsepower.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Genesis G80 and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
56291 - 75550
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.500089
Pricing
New Asking Price:
49164 - 62438
Used Asking Price:
47039 - 58250
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.467992
Genesis G80 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.966666 / 10
Reliability:
5.9 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.890663 / 10
Reliability:
8.171991 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Genesis G80 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
7 out of / 20Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
20 out of / 29Mercedes-Benz C-Class Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 36Ranking
2 out of / 30Ranking
3 out of / 21Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 10Ranking
15 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 31Ranking
17 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Genesis G80 Trim Levels
2.5T, 3.5T Sport
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Trim Levels
AMG C 43, C 300, C 300 4MATIC
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
311 foot-lbs @ 1650 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.073 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
378 / 516 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Cargo Space:
13.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
103.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
12.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4112 lbs
Width:
75.8 inches
Height:
57.7 inches
Length:
196.7 inches
Wheelbase:
118.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3825 lbs
Width:
80 inches
Height:
56.6 inches
Length:
187 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/50R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/45R18