Volkswagen vs. Genesis

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

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

Volkswagen versus Genesis: Pricing and Value: Analyzing Volkswagen versus Genesis pricing we see a lower new vehicle starting price for Volkswagen in 1 out of 1 vehicle comparisons. Volkswagen also has a lower used vehicle starting price in 1 out of 1 comparisons. Volkswagen models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 1 out of 1 comparisons. The lower overall prices for Volkswagen, plus their lower depreciation rate, gives Volkswagen the overall advantage over Genesis.

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

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

Available Body Styles: Volkswagen offers 5 SUVs, 3 sedans, and 2 hatchbacks. In comparison, Genesis offers 4 SUVs and 4 sedans.

Drivetrain Options: Volkswagen offers 9 gasoline vehicles and 1 electric vehicle. Genesis offers 5 gasoline vehicles and 3 electric vehicles.

Volkswagen offers 7 all-wheel-drive models, 8 front-wheel-drive models, and 1 rear-wheel-drive model. Genesis offers 8 all-wheel-drive models and 2 rear-wheel-drive models.