Genesis vs. Kia

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from Genesis and Kia contrasts the two brands across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which one is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of vehicle models, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and projected lifetime recalls based on recall history. This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which brand represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both Genesis and Kia cars.

When comparing the Genesis brand to the Kia brand, Genesis has the advantage in the areas of used car pricing, horsepower, fuel efficiency, safety and vehicle rankings. Kia has the advantage in the areas of new car pricing, depreciation, towing capacity, retained value and variety of models offered.

Genesis versus Kia: Pricing and Value: Analyzing Genesis versus Kia pricing we see a lower new vehicle starting price for Kia in 2 out of 2 vehicle comparisons. In contrast, Genesis has lower used vehicle starting prices in 1 out of 1 vehicle comparisons. Kia models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 2 out of 2 comparisons.

Genesis versus Kia: Horsepower, Fuel Efficiency and Towing Capacity: Genesis vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 2 out of 2 model comparisons. Genesis offers a longer driving range in 1 out of 1 model comparisons. Kia offers a greater towing capacity in 1 out of 2 comparisons.

Genesis versus Kia: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings: Genesis has better safety ratings in 1 out of 2 comparisons. Genesis and Kia tie for safety in 1 comparisons. Kia shows higher ratings for retained value in 2 out of 2 comparisons.

Safest Car Rankings: Genesis has the better car ranking in 1 category: GV60 in Safest Electric SUVs.

Available Body Styles: Genesis offers 5 SUVs and 4 sedans. In comparison, Kia offers 13 SUVs, 1 wagon, 3 sedans, and 2 minivans.

Drivetrain Options: Genesis offers 6 gasoline vehicles and 3 electric vehicles. Kia offers 9 gasoline vehicles, 4 hybrids, 3 plug-in hybrids, and 3 electric vehicles.

Genesis offers 9 all-wheel-drive models and 3 rear-wheel-drive models. Kia offers 11 all-wheel-drive models, 15 front-wheel-drive models, and 2 rear-wheel-drive models.