2025 Genesis G90 vs 2026 BMW M5

$89,700 · Sedan

$121,900 · Sedan

Comparison Overview

Trying to decide between opulent comfort and electrifying performance is a classic luxury dilemma. The 2025 Genesis G90 offers a compelling blend of near-luxury amenities starting at $89,700, relying on its 375 hp V6 engine for a respectable 21 MPG combined. Conversely, the 2026 BMW M5 demands $121,900, rewarding that $32,200 premium with a monstrous 717 hp and standard all-wheel drive. While the G90 provides a serene ride, the M5 boasts superior utility with 16.5 cu ft of cargo space versus the G90's 12 cu ft, alongside a handy 29 miles of electric range. This comparison pits efficiency and affordability against raw power and cutting-edge PHEV technology, as evidenced by the 7 MPG gulf between their combined fuel economy figures.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Genesis G90

The Genesis G90 wins for commuters due to its significantly better 21 MPG combined fuel economy versus the M5's 14 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 BMW M5

The 2026 BMW M5 offers more practical utility with a larger 16.5 cu ft cargo capacity compared to the G90's 12 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 BMW M5

The sheer performance difference, with the M5 delivering 717 hp versus the G90's 375 hp, makes it the choice for driving excitement.

💰 Best Value

2025 Genesis G90

The Genesis G90 provides immense luxury presence for $32,200 less than the M5, offering superior upfront value.

Choose the Genesis G90 if...

Your budget caps out near the $90,000 mark, as the G90 starts at $89,700.
You prioritize efficiency, as the G90 achieves 26 MPG highway versus the M5's 19 MPG.
You prefer a slightly more traditional, less performance-focused luxury sedan experience.

Choose the BMW M5 if...

You must have extreme power, evident in the M5's 717 hp output.
You want plug-in hybrid flexibility, as the M5 includes a 29-mile electric range.
You need maximum trunk space, given the M5's 16.5 cu ft capacity.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Genesis G90	BMW M5
Length	207.7"	200.6"
Width	76.0"	77.6"
Height	58.7"	59.4"
Wheelbase	125.2"	118.3"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Genesis	BMW
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention 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	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Power Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	—
Brake Drying	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	—	✓
Cornering Lights	—	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Genesis	BMW
Base Engine Displacement	3.5 L	4.4 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	V8
Base Engine Type	gas	plug-in hybrid
Horsepower	375 hp @ 5800 rpm	717 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque	391 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm	738 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm
Number of Valves	24	32
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Genesis	BMW
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	—
[object Object]	—	✓
[object Object]	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Genesis	BMW
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	18/26 MPG	12/19 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	21 MPG	14 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	347.4/501.8 mi.	190.8/302.1 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	19.3 gal.	15.9 gal.
EPA Efficiency (City/Highway MPGe)	—	41/57 MPGe
EPA Efficiency (Combined MPGe)	—	47 MPGe
EPA Electric Driving Range	—	29 mi.
EPA Energy Consumption (kWh/100 mi)	—	55
Charging Time (240V)	—	2.0 hr.
DC Fast Charging Port Type	—	SAE J1772

Comfort & Convenience

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

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Genesis	BMW
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	14.9 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Brand Speakers	Bang & Olufsen	—
Stereo Power	1400W	655W
Speaker System	15	18
Surround Audio	Discrete	Discrete
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	12 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Premium Speaker Brand	—	Bowers & Wilkins
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Genesis	BMW
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	1st Row Fixed Glass Extended
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Genesis	BMW
Front Head Room	39.4 in.	39.0 in.
Front Leg Room	42.3 in.	41.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	59.1 in.	59.2 in.
Seat Material: Premium Leather	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	18-way	12-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	✓	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	16-way	12-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	✓	✓
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Passenger Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Seat Massage Function	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Sport	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Genesis	BMW
Rear Head Room	38.0 in.	37.5 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.8 in.	36.2 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	57.9 in.	56.9 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	—

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Genesis	BMW
Painted Alloy Wheels	✓	—
Polished Alloy Wheels	✓	—
Wheel Size	20 x 9.5 in.	21 x 11.0 in.
Tire Type	All Season	Performance
Tire Size	275/40R20	295/35R21
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	—
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	—
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy

Suspension

Feature	Genesis	BMW
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Genesis	BMW
Basic Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	10 yr./ 100000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	7 yr./ unlimited mi.	12 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	8 yr./ 100000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Genesis G90 and 2026 BMW M5.

How much more expensive is the 2026 BMW M5 than the 2025 Genesis G90?

The BMW M5 has a significantly higher starting MSRP of $121,900 compared to the Genesis G90's $89,700. This results in a $32,200 price gap between the two premium sedans.

Can the Genesis G90 keep up with the M5 in terms of acceleration?

No, the G90's 375 hp will feel much slower than the M5's blistering 717 hp, which also benefits from 738 lb-ft of torque. The M5 is tuned for superior high-performance driving dynamics.

Is the Genesis G90 more economical for daily city driving?

Yes, the G90 is substantially more efficient, achieving 18 MPG city compared to the M5's 12 MPG city rating. However, the M5 can operate on pure electric power for up to 29 miles.

Which car is physically larger on the road?

Despite the G90 being longer at 207.7 inches versus the M5's 200.6 inches, the 2026 M5 is actually wider at 77.6 inches compared to the G90's 76.0 inches.

Do I have to use premium fuel in both cars?

The Genesis G90 recommends premium unleaded fuel for its 375 hp output. In contrast, the high-performance 2026 BMW M5 requires premium unleaded fuel due to its much higher performance specifications.

How does the cargo capacity compare between these two luxury sedans?

The BMW M5 provides more usable storage space for luggage or groceries with 16.5 cu ft available. The Genesis G90 is noticeably tighter in the trunk, offering only 12 cu ft of cargo volume.