Genesis vs. Lexus

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from Genesis and Lexus 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 Lexus cars.

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

Genesis versus Lexus: Pricing and Value: Analyzing Genesis versus Lexus pricing we see a lower new vehicle starting price for Lexus in 5 out of 6 vehicle comparisons. Lexus also has a lower used vehicle starting price in 2 out of 2 comparisons. Lexus models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 6 out of 6 comparisons. The lower overall prices for Lexus, plus their lower depreciation rate, gives Lexus the overall advantage over Genesis.

Genesis versus Lexus: Horsepower, Fuel Efficiency and Towing Capacity: Lexus vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 3 out of 6 model comparisons, with Genesis offering more horsepower in 3 comparisons. Lexus offers higher MPG for its vehicles in their base trim in 1 out of 1 comparisons. Genesis offers a greater towing capacity in 2 out of 2 comparisons.

Genesis versus Lexus: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings: Genesis has better safety ratings in 3 out of 3 comparisons. Lexus shows higher ratings for retained value in 6 out of 6 comparisons.

Available Body Styles: Genesis offers 5 SUVs and 4 sedans. In comparison, Lexus offers 18 SUVs, 8 sedans, 5 coupes, and 1 convertible.

Drivetrain Options: Genesis offers 6 gasoline vehicles and 3 electric vehicles. Lexus offers 16 gasoline vehicles, 10 hybrids, 3 plug-in hybrids, and 2 electric vehicles.

Genesis offers 9 all-wheel-drive models and 3 rear-wheel-drive models. Lexus offers 24 all-wheel-drive models, 8 front-wheel-drive models, and 9 rear-wheel-drive models.