Lexus LS 500 vs. Genesis G90
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Lexus LS 500 and Genesis G90 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 Lexus LS 500 and the Genesis G90.
When comparing the Lexus LS 500's and the Genesis G90's specifications and ratings, the Lexus LS 500 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The Genesis G90 has the advantage in the area of interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Lexus LS 500's and the Genesis G90's specifications and ratings, the Lexus LS 500 is a better car than the Genesis G90.
Pricing: For a new model, the Lexus LS 500's price is between $82,628 and $106,141, with the Genesis G90 priced between $91,375 and $102,490.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lexus LS 500 loses 47.8 percent of its value and the Genesis G90 loses 56 percent of its value. This means the Lexus LS 500 retains 8.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Genesis G90.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus LS 500 is 7.8 out of 10 while the Genesis G90's quality rating is 7.2 out of 10. This results in the Lexus LS 500 being ranked 4 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars and the Genesis G90 being ranked 12 out of 24.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus LS 500 is 8.1 out of 10. For the Genesis G90 the reliability rating is 6.7 out of 10. This gives the Lexus LS 500 an advantage in reliability compared to the Genesis G90.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Lexus LS 500’s base engine makes 416 horsepower, and the Genesis G90 base engine makes 375 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are large cars, the Genesis G90 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 LS 500 has the advantage in the areas of rear leg room cargo space.
Safety Ratings: When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Genesis G90 has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick award.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$82,628 - $106,141
Starting MSRP:
$79,335
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$103,524
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$72,000 - $139,000
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$91,375 - $102,490
Starting MSRP:
$89,200
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$103,524
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$72,000 - $139,000
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
-
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$117,939
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$86,308 - $151,025
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
207
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
205
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$86,308
Price Range:
$77,950 - $101,569
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$117,939
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$86,308 - $151,025
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
241
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
185
# Good or Great Deals:
0
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$38,425
Depreciation %:
48.4%
Resale Value $:
$40,910
Residual Value %:
51.6%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Luxury Large Cars)
55.6%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
46.2% - 65.5%
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$50,302
Depreciation %:
56.4%
Resale Value $:
$38,898
Residual Value %:
43.6%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Luxury Large Cars)
55.6%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
46.2% - 65.5%
Lexus LS 500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Genesis G90 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.2 / 10
Reliability:
6.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Lexus LS 500
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
13.7
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Large Cars)
10.3
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
7.7 - 13.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
50%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Genesis G90
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
12.6
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Large Cars)
10.3
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
7.7 - 13.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
2.5%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)
2.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)
0.8 - 30.6
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
15.4
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)
2.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)
0.8 - 30.6
Lexus LS 500 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 24Ranking
3 out of / 24Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 24Ranking
8 out of / 24Ranking
13 out of / 24Ranking
13 out of / 24Ranking
19 out of / 24Genesis G90 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 7Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 24Ranking
10 out of / 24Ranking
10 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 24Ranking
12 out of / 24Ranking
15 out of / 24Ranking
16 out of / 24Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lexus LS 500 Trim Levels
Base, F SPORT
Genesis G90 Trim Levels
3.5T, 3.5T e-Supercharger
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
416 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
442 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.089 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
375 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
391 foot-lbs @ 1300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.078 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
347 / 502 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Available
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Massage Seats:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot 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:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot 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:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Cargo Space:
17 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
109.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4696 lbs
Width:
74.8 inches
Height:
57.5 inches
Length:
206.1 inches
Wheelbase:
123 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4828 lbs
Width:
76 inches
Height:
58.7 inches
Length:
207.7 inches
Wheelbase:
125.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/50R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
chrome aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R20
Exterior Colors
Black
Caviar / Obsidian
Blue
Nightfall Mica
Gray
Manganese Luster
Red
Matador Red Mica
Silver
Atomic Silver / Iridium / Silver Illusion
White
Eminent White Pearl
Green
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Maui Black / Vik Black Metallic
Blue
Capri Blue Metallic
Gray
Makalu Gray Matte / Makalu Gray Mica
Red
Not available
Silver
Savile Silver Metallic
White
Uyuni White Pearl Metallic / Verbier White Matte
Green
Hallasan Green Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Palomino w/ Artwood Organic Gloss Trim / Palomino w/ Brown Open-Pore Walnut Trim
Black
Black w/ Artwood Organic Gloss Trim / Black w/ Black Open-Pore Wood Trim / Black w/ Haku Trim / Black w/ Kiriko Glass Trim
Gray
Chateau w/ Artwood Herringbone Trim / Chateau w/ Black Open-Pore Wood Trim
White
White w/ Artwood Herringbone Trim / White w/ Laser Special Black Trim
Brown
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Dune Beige/Velvet Burgundy
Black
Obsidian Black
Gray
Not available
White
Glacier White/Urban Brown
Brown
Bordeaux Brown/Obsidian Black
