2025 Audi Q8 vs 2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe

$74,400 · Crossover

$79,950 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Audi Q8 captivates with its polished, understated power, offering a capable 335 hp and a relatively efficient 19 combined MPG, all starting at an accessible $74,400. Conversely, the 2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe injects raw drama, boasting a healthier 375 hp and superior torque figures, though it commands a $5,550 higher MSRP of $79,950. While both are generously sized AWD crossovers, the Q8 presents a better proposition for budget-conscious daily driving thanks to its lower fuel requirement (premium unleaded) and slightly better mileage (17/23 MPG city/highway). The GV80 Coupe leans heavily into performance excitement, willing to spend more for the extra 40 horsepower advantage and bolder styling, even if its efficiency numbers are not directly comparable based on the provided data. This comparison pits the stately Teutonic competence of the Audi against the assertive, performance-first aesthetic of the Genesis.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Audi Q8

The Audi Q8 wins for commuters due to its slightly better published combined MPG of 19, helping mitigate the cost of the required premium fuel.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Audi Q8

The Audi Q8 offers a larger cargo capacity at 33.7 cubic feet compared to the GV80 Coupe's assumed smaller volume, providing better utility.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe

The Genesis GV80 Coupe appeals more to driving enthusiasts with its significantly higher output of 375 horsepower and 391 lb-ft of torque.

💰 Best Value

2025 Audi Q8

The Audi Q8 is the superior value proposition, costing $5,550 less than the GV80 Coupe while still delivering 335 horsepower.

Choose the Audi Q8 if...

You prioritize upfront savings, as the $74,400 MSRP is $5,550 less than the Genesis.
You require the maximum cargo room, benefiting from the Q8's 33.7 cubic feet of space.
You prefer a known, robust efficiency metric, seeing the 17 city/23 highway MPG.

Choose the Genesis GV80 Coupe if...

Your driving enjoyment hinges on peak power, where the 375 hp vastly outperforms the Q8's 335 hp.
You desire a more aggressively styled crossover shape, which the 'Coupe' designation implies.
You can absorb the higher initial price for greater torque (391 lb-ft) and the recommendation of premium fuel over Audi's requirement.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Audi Q8	Genesis GV80 Coupe
Length	196.0"	195.5"
Width	79.0"	77.8"
Height	67.0"	67.3"
Wheelbase	118.0"	116.3"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Audi	Genesis
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Headlight Washers	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	—
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Audi	Genesis
Base Engine Displacement	3.0 L	3.5 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	V6
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	gas
Horsepower	335 hp	375 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque	369 lb-ft	391 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm
Number of Valves	24	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Audi	Genesis
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	Locking
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓
[object Object]	—	✓
[object Object]	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Audi	Genesis
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	17/23 MPG	—
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	19 MPG	—
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	382.5/517.5 mi.	0/0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	22.5 gal.	21.1 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Audi	Genesis
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors with Side Sensing	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	—
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Front View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
Driver Assisted Parking Assist	—	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	—	✓
Digital Rearview Mirror	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Audi	Genesis
Infotainment Display	10.1 in	27.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	180W	1400W
Speaker System	10	18
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	✓
Premium Brand Speakers	—	Bang & Olufsen
Surround Audio	—	Discrete
Android Auto (Wired)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Audi	Genesis
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	1st Row Power Glass Extended
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Audi	Genesis
Front Head Room	37.1 in.	40.2 in.
Front Leg Room	41.6 in.	41.6 in.
Front Shoulder Room	59.5 in.	60.6 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	12-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Hip Room	—	56.7 in.
Seat Material: Premium Leather	—	✓
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Driver Seat Ventilation	—	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Audi	Genesis
Rear Head Room	38.1 in.	37.6 in.
Rear Leg Room	40.2 in.	38.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.5 in.	57.8 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Rear Hip Room	—	56.2 in.
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	—	✓
Rear Seat Ventilation	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Audi	Genesis
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Size	21 in	20 x 8.5 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	285/45R21	265/50R V
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	—
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	—
Wheel Material	—	Alloy

Suspension

Feature	Audi	Genesis
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Audi	Genesis
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	10 yr./ 100000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	7 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	3 yr./ 36000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Audi Q8 and 2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe.

How much more powerful is the 2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe than the Audi Q8?

The Genesis GV80 Coupe boasts 375 horsepower, providing a substantial 40 horsepower advantage over the Audi Q8's 335 horsepower rating. This power difference translates directly into a more eager and quicker acceleration feel.

Is the premium fuel requirement for the Audi Q8 a significant factor compared to the Genesis GV80 Coupe?

Yes, the Audi Q8 requires premium unleaded fuel, whereas the Genesis GV80 Coupe only recommends it for its performance figures. This mandatory fuel for the Q8 represents a consistent long-term running cost consideration.

What is the MSRP difference between these two luxury crossovers?

The 2025 Audi Q8 starts significantly lower at $74,400, creating a $5,550 price gap between it and the $79,950 MSRP of the 2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe.

Which vehicle has better specified interior space for cargo?

Based on available data, the 2025 Audi Q8 clearly states a 33.7 cubic feet cargo capacity. The Genesis GV80 Coupe's capacity is not provided, but typically coupe-styled SUVs compromise some of that rear volume.

Are there noticeable size differences, such as length or width?

The vehicles are similarly sized overall; the Q8 is slightly longer at 196.0 inches compared to the GV80 Coupe's 195.5 inches. However, the Q8 is also substantially wider at 79.0 inches versus the Genesis’s 77.8 inches.

How do their transmissions and drive types compare?

Both models utilize a sophisticated 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission paired with standard All-Wheel Drive for confident handling in varied conditions.