2025 Audi RS 7 vs 2026 Genesis G90

$128,600 · Sedan

$92,700 · Sedan

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Audi RS 7 explodes onto the scene, a sculpted executive missile boasting an astonishing 621 horsepower and 627 lb-ft of torque, offering visceral German performance for its $128,600 price tag. In stark contrast, the 2026 Genesis G90 champions opulent serenity, offering a smoother ride with 375 horsepower for a significantly lower starting price of $92,700. This rivalry pits brutal speed against measured luxury; the RS 7 achieves a combined 17 MPG, while the G90 sips fuel more economically at 21 MPG combined. The $35,900 MSRP gap is substantial, but the 246 horsepower deficit in the G90 will be immediately noticeable when hunting apexes. The Audi's aggressive stance is matched by its thirst for premium fuel, whereas the Genesis offers superior practicality with a slightly larger body (207.7 inches long) despite lower official cargo space (12 cu ft vs. the RS 7's 24.6 cu ft).

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Genesis G90

The Genesis G90 wins for commuting due to its superior 21 MPG combined fuel economy compared to the RS 7's 17 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Audi RS 7

The Audi RS 7 offers substantially more cargo capacity at 24.6 cu ft, making it more practical for hauling family gear.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Audi RS 7

The 2025 Audi RS 7 is the clear choice for enthusiasts, delivering an intoxicating 621 horsepower and 627 lb-ft of torque.

💰 Best Value

2026 Genesis G90

The Genesis G90 presents far better value, saving buyers $35,900 in MSRP while still providing standard all-wheel drive.

Choose the Audi RS 7 if...

Your priority is overwhelming, aggressive performance, leveraging the 621 hp engine.
You desire the added practicality of 24.6 cubic feet of cargo space in a sleek sedan design.
You insist on a vehicle that mandates premium unleaded fuel for its absolute maximum performance capabilities.

Choose the Genesis G90 if...

You want to save $35,900 on the initial purchase price, keeping the MSRP under $93,000.
You value efficiency, benefiting from a 4 MPG advantage in combined fuel economy (21 MPG vs 17 MPG).
You prefer a slightly longer, more substantial road presence, with a length of 207.7 inches.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Audi RS 7	Genesis G90
Length	197.2"	207.7"
Width	76.8"	76.0"
Height	56.1"	58.7"
Wheelbase	115.3"	125.2"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Audi	Genesis
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
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 Integrated Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Fixed Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Blind Spot Monitor	—	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	—	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Front Power Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Audi	Genesis
Base Engine Displacement	4.0 L	3.5 L
Number of Cylinders	V8	V6
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	gas
Horsepower	621 hp	375 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque	627 lb-ft	391 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm
Number of Valves	32	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
[object Object]	✓	—
[object Object]	✓	—
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip

Fuel

Feature	Audi	Genesis
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	14/21 MPG	18/26 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	17 MPG	21 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	270.2/405.3 mi.	347.4/501.8 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	19.3 gal.	19.3 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	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	✓
Side View Camera	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	—
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Cruise Control	✓	—
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Four 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	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors with Side Sensing	—	✓
Automatic Parking Assist	—	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Audi	Genesis
Infotainment Display	10.1 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Brand Speakers	Bang & Olufsen	Bang & Olufsen
Surround Audio	Discrete	Discrete
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Stereo Power	—	1400W
Speaker System	—	15
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

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	37.0 in.	39.4 in.
Front Leg Room	41.3 in.	42.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.2 in.	59.1 in.
Seat Material: Premium Leather	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	10-way	18-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	10-way	16-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	—	✓
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Seat Massage Function	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Audi	Genesis
Rear Head Room	37.1 in.	38.0 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.0 in.	37.8 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.9 in.	57.9 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	—
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	—
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Audi	Genesis
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	21 in	20 x 9.5 in.
Tire Type	Performance	All Season
Tire Size	275/35R21	275/40R20
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Spare Tire Type	—	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	—	Inside Mounted

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 RS 7 and 2026 Genesis G90.

How significant is the performance gap between the two sedans?

The difference is dramatic: the 2025 Audi RS 7 produces 621 horsepower, creating a massive 246 hp advantage over the 2026 Genesis G90's 375 horsepower output. This directly translates to far superior acceleration in the Audi.

Is the Genesis G90 considerably less luxurious despite the lower price?

While the G90 has a lower MSRP of $92,700, its higher roofline (58.7 inches vs. the RS 7's 56.1 inches) suggests a focus on elevated ingress/egress and headroom, which often equates to luxury for passengers.

Which vehicle is cheaper to run daily in terms of fuel consumption?

The Genesis G90 is the more economical choice for daily driving, rated at 21 MPG combined versus the RS 7's 17 MPG combined. This 4 MPG difference helps offset the G90's required use of premium fuel.

Does the Audi or the Genesis offer more usable storage volume?

Surprisingly, the sleeker Audi RS 7 offers almost double the standard cargo capacity at 24.6 cubic feet compared to the Genesis G90's 12 cubic feet. This makes the high-performance Audi more practical for weekly errands.

Are both high-performance sedans equipped with AWD?

Yes, both the 2025 Audi RS 7 and the 2026 Genesis G90 come standard with an all-wheel drive system, ensuring excellent traction in various conditions.

What are the basic differences in how they handle premium fuel?

The Audi RS 7 mandates premium unleaded fuel to achieve its peak performance figures. Conversely, the Genesis G90 only recommends premium unleaded, suggesting its standard fuel economy ratings are achievable without the absolute highest octane.