2025 Genesis GV80 vs. 2024 Subaru Ascent Review

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2025 Genesis
GV80

MSRP*: $58,200 to $79,800
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2024 Subaru
Ascent

MSRP*: $34,395 to $48,695
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MPG - City 16 - 19 MPG 19 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 22 - 24 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 - 7 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 72.8 - 75.6 ft3
Engine
  • 300-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 375-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 260-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 300 - 375 hp 260 hp
Towing Capacity 6,000 lbs 2,000 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 194.5 in 196.8 in
Exterior Width 77.8 in 76.0 in
Leg Room Front 41.6 in
Rear 38.7 in
Front 42.2 in
Rear 38.6 in
Head Room Front 40.2 in
Rear 38.4 in
Front 40.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 38.7 - 40.0 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
The Genesis GV80 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Subaru Ascent, with comparable head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Genesis GV80 and the Subaru Ascent.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Genesis GV80 as you will with the Subaru Ascent, 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). The Genesis GV80 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Subaru Ascent, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Genesis GV80 is much wider than the Subaru Ascent, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. When looking at overall length, the Genesis GV80 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Subaru Ascent.

Handling
The Genesis GV80 has a larger turning radius than the Subaru Ascent, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
With the Genesis GV80, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Subaru Ascent. The Genesis GV80 has a little more horsepower than the Subaru Ascent.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Genesis GV80 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Subaru Ascent.

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