2025 Genesis GV80 vs. 2025 Volvo XC90 Review

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2025 Genesis
GV80

MSRP*: $57,700 to $79,300
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2025 Volvo
XC90

MSRP*: $57,400 to $70,600
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MPG - City 16 - 19 MPG 20 - 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy 22 - 24 MPG 26 - 27 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 - 7 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 65.5 ft3
Engine
  • 300-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 375-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 247-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 295-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 300 - 375 hp 247 - 295 hp
Towing Capacity 6,000 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 194.5 in 195.0 in
Exterior Width 77.8 in 79.1 in
Leg Room Front 41.6 in
Rear 38.7 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 37.0 in
Head Room Front 40.2 in
Rear 38.4 in
Front 38.9 in
Rear 38.5 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 Genesis GV80 than in the Volvo XC90. The Genesis GV80 will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volvo XC90.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Genesis GV80 as you will with the Volvo XC90, 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). Whether you pick the Genesis GV80 or the Volvo XC90, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
The Genesis GV80 is a little narrower than the Volvo XC90, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. When looking at overall length, the Genesis GV80 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volvo XC90.

Handling
The Genesis GV80 has the same turning radius as the Volvo XC90, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
With the Genesis GV80, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Volvo XC90. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Genesis GV80 and the Volvo XC90.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Genesis GV80 and the Volvo XC90 are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
The Genesis GV80 has less seating than the Volvo XC90, making the Volvo XC90 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers.