2021 Genesis GV80 vs. 2021 Lexus RX | Cumming GA


2021 Genesis GV80

vs 2021 Lexus RX in Cumming, GA

From decadent interior materials to performance and technology, the 2021 Genesis GV80 is the luxury SUV to consider this year. It’s the first SUV from our favorite brand ever, and it’s changing the way that we view modern luxury. Every road is a runway with the GV80 model’s boundless exterior, stretching to wrap three rows of seating and ample rear cargo space. You won’t have to worry about making an entrance with its simplistic, refined elegance — head-turning is practically a given. For those who are lucky enough to climb in the front seat, they’ll be greeted by the striking two-tone interior with available matte wood trim, available quilted Nappa leather upholstery and the touchscreen HVAC controls. Meet the new era of sophistication.

But if you’ve been in the luxury SUV search for some time, you’ve probably come across the 2021 Lexus RX, a long-standing favorite in the segment. Let’s see how the newcomer fairs against the popular RX:

2021 Genesis GV80
2021 Genesis GV80
2021 Lexus RX

Best Available Engine

375-hp 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged V6

290-hp 3.5-liter V6

Available All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System

Standard Heated Front Seats

Best Available Audio System

Lexicon Premium Audio System with 21 speakers

Mark Levinson® 15-speaker, Premium Surround Sound Audio System

Third-Row Seats with Power-Folding 50/50 Split

Standard Multimedia System

Premium 14.5-inch HD navigation screen

8-inch Lexus Multimedia System with color LCD multimedia display

Available Surround View Monitor Safety Feature

For a model that promotes a refined lifestyle, the 2021 Lexus RX sure does leave quite a few standard luxuries behind. The 2021 Genesis GV80 is the clear champion in this head-to-head, thanks to its stunning victories in performance, comfort, technology and safety. It’s available engine is a 375-horsepower 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged V6, boasting nearly 85 more horsepower than the RX model’s tiny 290 stat. Both offer all-wheel drive, but only the GV80 has an available Surround View Monitor that displays a bird’s-eye view of the vehicle in motion. Not only that, but heated front seats are standard in the GV80 (a luxury you’d have to pay for in convenience packages for the RX), it’s Lexicon Premium Audio System has six additional speakers and the GV80 model’s standard multimedia system is the massive, best-in-class premium 14.5-inch HD navigation system.

There’s just no contest between these two luxury SUVs — drive home the 2021 Genesis GV80 today. You’ll be glad you did.

?If you’re interested in becoming the proud owner of a 2021 Genesis GV80, give us a call, or stop by our dealership at 750 Peachtree Pkwy, Cumming, GA 30041 for a test drive today. We look forward to serving our customers from Alpharetta, Johns Creek and Atlanta.


2021 Genesis GV80. Estimated horsepower based on premium fuel ratings. Use of regular fuel will result in reduced horsepower.

2021 Lexus RX. Ratings achieved using the required premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 or higher. If premium fuel is not used, performance will decrease.