2025 Ford Explorer vs. 2025 Genesis GV80 Review

Picture of the 2025 Ford Explorer

2025 Ford
Explorer

MSRP*: $40,050 to $56,770
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Picture of the 2025 Genesis GV80

2025 Genesis
GV80

MSRP*: $58,200 to $79,800
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MPG - City 18 - 20 MPG 16 - 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy 25 - 29 MPG 22 - 24 MPG
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 5 - 7 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 300-hp, 2.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 400-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 300-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 375-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 300 - 400 hp 300 - 375 hp
Towing Capacity 5,000 lbs 6,000 lbs
Exterior Length 198.8 in 194.5 in
Exterior Width 78.9 in 77.8 in
Leg Room Front 42.9 - 43.0 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.0 in
Front 41.6 in
Rear 38.7 in
Head Room Front 38.9 - 40.7 in
Rear 38.2 - 40.5 in
Front 40.2 in
Rear 38.4 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Ford Explorer than in the Genesis GV80. The Ford Explorer will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Genesis GV80.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Ford Explorer as you will with the Genesis GV80, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the Ford Explorer is a better financial choice over the Genesis GV80, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
The Ford Explorer is a little wider than the Genesis GV80, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Ford Explorer, which is slightly longer than the Genesis GV80.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Genesis GV80 is clearly the choice over the Ford Explorer for pulling heavy loads. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Ford Explorer and the Genesis GV80.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Ford Explorer and the Genesis GV80 are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
The Ford Explorer offers greater seating capacity than the Genesis GV80, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.