2025 Genesis GV80 vs. 2025 Honda HR-V Review

Picture of the 2025 Genesis GV80

2025 Genesis
GV80

MSRP*: $58,200 to $79,800
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Picture of the 2025 Honda HR-V

2025 Honda
HR-V

MSRP*: $25,400 to $31,000
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MPG - City 16 - 19 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 22 - 24 MPG 30 - 32 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 - 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 55.1 ft3
Engine
  • 300-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 375-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 158-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 300 - 375 hp 158 hp
Towing Capacity 6,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 194.5 in 179.8 in
Exterior Width 77.8 in 72.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.6 in
Rear 38.7 in
Front 41.9 in
Rear 37.7 in
Head Room Front 40.2 in
Rear 38.4 in
Front 38.4 - 39.4 in
Rear 38.0 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 a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Honda HR-V. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Genesis GV80 and the Honda HR-V.

Convenience
The Genesis GV80 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Honda HR-V, making it more convenient to drive.

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 Honda HR-V, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Genesis GV80 is much wider than the Honda HR-V, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Genesis GV80, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Honda HR-V.

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

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Genesis GV80 greatly out-muscles the Honda HR-V.

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 Honda HR-V.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Genesis GV80 and the Honda HR-V.