Genesis vs. Tesla

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

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

Genesis versus Tesla: Pricing and Value: Tesla has lower used vehicle starting prices in 1 out of 1 vehicle comparisons. Genesis models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 2 out of 3 comparisons.

Genesis versus Tesla: Horsepower, Fuel Efficiency and Towing Capacity: Genesis vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 2 out of 3 model comparisons, with Tesla offering more horsepower in 1 comparisons. Genesis offers a longer driving range in 1 out of 1 model comparisons. Tesla offers a greater towing capacity in 1 out of 2 comparisons. In 1 comparisons, Genesis and Tesla have the same towing capacity.

Genesis versus Tesla: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings: Tesla has better safety ratings in 1 out of 2 comparisons. Genesis and Tesla tie for safety in 1 comparisons. Genesis shows higher ratings for retained value in 2 out of 3 comparisons.

Safest Car Rankings: Tesla has the better car ranking in 1 category: Model X in Safest Electric SUVs.

Available Body Styles: Genesis offers 4 SUVs and 4 sedans. In comparison, Tesla offers 2 SUVs and 2 sedans.

Drivetrain Options: Genesis offers 5 gasoline vehicles and 3 electric vehicles. Tesla offers 5 electric vehicles.

Genesis offers 8 all-wheel-drive models and 2 rear-wheel-drive models. Tesla offers 5 all-wheel-drive models and 2 rear-wheel-drive models.