Compare the2025 Lexus TXVS 2025 Genesis GV80

Both the TX and the GV80 have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, driver knee airbags, side-impact head airbags, front and rear seatbelt pretensioners, height adjustable front shoulder belts, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, crash mitigating brakes, daytime running lights, lane departure warning systems, blind spot warning systems, rearview cameras, rear cross-path warning, driver alert monitors, available all wheel drive and around view monitors.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration does 35 MPH front crash tests on new vehicles. In this test, results indicate that the Lexus TX is safer than the Genesis GV80:

New test not comparable to pre-2011 test results. More stars = Better. Lower test results = Better.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration does side impact tests on new vehicles. In this test, which crashes the vehicle into a flat barrier at 38.5 MPH, results indicate that the Lexus TX is safer than the Genesis GV80:

New test not comparable to pre-2011 test results. More stars = Better. Lower test results = Better.

There are over 12 percent more Lexus dealers than there are Genesis dealers, which makes it easier should you ever need service under the TX’s warranty.

A reliable vehicle saves its owner time, money and trouble. Nobody wants to be stranded or have to be without a vehicle while it’s being repaired. Consumer Reports rates the TX’s reliability 13 points higher than the GV80.

J.D. Power and Associates’ 2024 Initial Quality Study of new car owners surveyed provide the statistics that show that Lexus vehicles are better in initial quality than Genesis vehicles. J.D. Power ranks Lexus above average in initial quality. With 10 more problems per 100 vehicles, Genesis is rated lower.

J.D. Power and Associates’ 2024 survey of the owners of three-year-old vehicles provides the statistics that show that Lexus vehicles are more reliable than Genesis vehicles. J.D. Power ranks Lexus first in reliability, above the industry average. With 65 more problems per 100 vehicles, Genesis is ranked 16th.

From surveys of all its subscribers, Consumer Reports’ March 2025 Auto Issue reports that Lexus vehicles are more reliable than Genesis vehicles. Consumer Reports ranks Lexus second in overall reliability. Genesis is ranked 14th.

The TX has more powerful engines than the GV80:

As tested in Car and Driver the TX 500h 2.4 turbo 4-cylinder hybrid is faster than the GV80 2.5T 2.5 turbo 4-cylinder:

As tested in Motor Trend the TX 550h+ 3.5 DOHC V6 hybrid is faster than the GV80 3.5T 3.5 turbo V6:

On the EPA test cycle the TX running on electricity gets better mileage than the GV80:

On the EPA test cycle the TX running its gasoline engine gets better mileage than the GV80:

The TX 550h+ CVT can travel with zero emissions for 33 miles. The GV80 can’t move without running its internal combustion engine.

Regenerative brakes improve the TX 500h/550h+’s fuel efficiency by converting inertia back into energy instead of wasting it. The GV80 doesn’t offer a regenerative braking system.

In its Green Vehicle Guide, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rates the Lexus TX higher (6 out of 10) than the Genesis GV80 (5 to 6). This means the TX produces up to 6.9 pounds less smog-producing pollutants than the GV80 every 15,000 miles.

The TX 550h+ has a standard continuously variable transmission (CVT). With no “steps” between gears, it can keep the engine at the most efficient speed for fuel economy, or keep it at its peak horsepower indefinitely for maximum acceleration. The GV80 doesn’t offer a CVT.

For better stopping power the TX 500h/550h+’s front brake rotors are larger than those on the GV80:

The TX stops shorter than the GV80:

For better ride, handling and brake cooling the TX has standard 20-inch wheels. Smaller 19-inch wheels are standard on the GV80.

For better handling and stability, the average track (width between the wheels) on the TX is 1.4 inches wider in the front and 1.2 inches wider in the rear than the track on the GV80.

The TX 500h F Sport Performance Luxury handles at .85 G’s, while the GV80 Advanced pulls only .82 G’s of cornering force in a Car and Driver skidpad test.

For better maneuverability, the TX’s turning circle is 1.3 feet tighter than the GV80’s (38 feet vs. 39.3 feet).

The TX has 13 cubic feet more passenger volume than the GV80 (153 vs. 140).

The TX has 1.2 inches more front headroom, 1.7 inches more rear headroom, .8 inches more rear legroom, .8 inches more rear shoulder room, 2.9 inches more third row headroom, 3.2 inches more third row legroom and 4.2 inches more third row shoulder room than the GV80.

The TX’s cargo area provides more volume than the GV80.

Standard Trailer Sway Control on the TX uses the Vehicle Stability Control sensors to detect trailer sway, then uses individual brakes to counteract any swaying and help keep the tow vehicle and trailer steady. The GV80 doesn’t offer electronic trailer sway control.

J.D. Power and Associates surveys of service recipients show that Lexus service is better than Genesis. J.D. Power ranks Lexus second in service department satisfaction. With a 66% lower rating, Genesis is ranked 29th.

The TX’s instruments include an oil pressure gauge and a temperature gauge - which could save your engine! Often ‘idiot lights’ don’t warn you until damage has been done. The GV80 does not have an oil pressure gauge.

If the windows are left open on the TX the driver can close them all at the outside door handle. On a hot day the driver can lower the windows at the outside door handle or from a distance using the keyless remote. (This window function must be activated by your Lexus service department.) The driver of the GV80 can’t use the remote to operate the windows.

In poor weather, headlights can lose their effectiveness as grime builds up on their lenses. This can reduce visibility without the driver realizing. The TX Luxury/F Sport has standard headlight washers to keep headlight output high. The GV80 doesn’t offer headlight washers.

To help drivers avoid possible obstacles, the TX Luxury/F Sport has standard cornering lights to illuminate around corners when the turn signals are activated. The GV80 doesn’t offer cornering lights.

The TX Premium/Luxury/F Sport has standard front air conditioned seats and the TX offers them optionally in the second row. This keeps the passengers comfortable and takes the sting out of hot seats in summer. The GV80 doesn’t offer air-conditioned seats for the second row.

The TX is available in both front-wheel drive and four-wheel drive configurations. The GV80 doesn’t offer a two-wheel drive configuration.

Consumer Reports® recommends both the Lexus TX and the Genesis GV80, based on reliability, safety and performance.

The Lexus TX outsold the Genesis GV80 by 21% during 2024.