2025 Genesis
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2024 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 16 - 19 MPG | 22 - 23 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 22 - 24 MPG | 29 - 30 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 - 7 seats | 5 - 7 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | 65.3 - 73.4 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 300 - 375 hp | 184 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 6,000 lbs | 1,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 194.5 in | 186.1 in |
| Exterior Width | 77.8 in | 72.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.6 in
Rear 38.7 in |
Front 40.2 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.7 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.2 in
Rear 38.4 in |
Front 38.2 - 39.6 in
Rear 37.7 - 39.1 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.
Comfort
The Genesis GV80 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Volkswagen Tiguan, with comparable head- and legroom.
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 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Genesis GV80 as you will with the Volkswagen Tiguan, 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 Volkswagen Tiguan, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Genesis GV80 is much wider than the Volkswagen Tiguan, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Genesis GV80, which is slightly longer than the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Handling
The Genesis GV80 has a larger turning radius than the Volkswagen Tiguan, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Genesis GV80 is clearly the choice over the Volkswagen Tiguan for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Genesis GV80 greatly out-muscles the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Genesis GV80 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Genesis GV80 and the Volkswagen Tiguan.