2024 Genesis GV60 vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 Review

Picture of the 2024 Genesis GV60

2024 Genesis
GV60

MSRP*: $52,000 to $69,550
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Picture of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450

2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLS 450

MSRP*: $89,200
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MPG - City Info not available 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 seats
Cargo Space 54.7 ft3 84.7 ft3
Engine
  • 225-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 314-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 429-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 225 - 429 hp 375 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 177.8 in 205.0 in
Exterior Width 74.4 in 79.9 in
Leg Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 37.6 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 41.9 in
Head Room Front 39.0 in
Rear 38.1 in
Front 39.4 in
Rear 40.2 in

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Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 than in the Genesis GV60, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Genesis GV60 offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

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). Clearly, the Genesis GV60 is a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Genesis GV60 is much slimmer than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Genesis GV60, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450.

Handling
The Genesis GV60 has the same turning radius as the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 is clearly the choice over the Genesis GV60 for pulling heavy loads. The Genesis GV60 has a little less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450.

Powertrain
The Genesis GV60 has much lower torque than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Genesis GV60 has less seating than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, making the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Genesis GV60 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450.