2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe vs 2025 INFINITI QX55

$79,950 · Crossover

$50,150 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The biggest question when cross-shopping the 2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe and the 2025 INFINITI QX55 is whether you prioritize outright luxury performance or smart, accessible daily driving. The price gap is staggering: the GV80 Coupe starts at $79,950, significantly more than the QX55's $50,150 MSRP. This difference translates directly into performance, as the Genesis boasts 375 hp and 391 lb-ft of torque, crushing the QX55's 268 hp. While the QX55 offers a more palatable 25 combined MPG, the larger Genesis is likely to cost you more at the pump due to its performance focus. The GV80 Coupe is also physically larger at 195.5 inches long versus the QX55's 186.3 inches, suggesting more presence on the road, but sacrificing some easy maneuverability for city dwellers.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 INFINITI QX55

The QX55 wins for commuters due to its better fuel economy at 25 combined MPG and significantly lower initial purchase price.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe

The larger dimensions of the GV80 Coupe, at 195.5 inches long, likely translate to better passenger comfort and cargo usability compared to the QX55.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe

The Genesis GV80 Coupe offers substantially more power with 375 hp, compared to the QX55's 268 hp, appealing directly to driving enthusiasts.

💰 Best Value

2025 INFINITI QX55

With a nearly $30,000 lower MSRP, the QX55 presents a much stronger value proposition right out of the gate.

Choose the Genesis GV80 Coupe if...

You desire serious performance, as evidenced by its 375 hp engine.
You prefer the presence and slightly larger footprint of a 195.5-inch long vehicle.
Budget is secondary to having luxury presence and greater standard horsepower figures.

Choose the INFINITI QX55 if...

Keeping costs down is a priority, starting $29,800 cheaper than Car 1.
You prioritize efficiency, netting 25 combined MPG in daily driving.
You prefer the continuously variable transmission and smaller dimensions for easier urban navigation.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Genesis GV80 Coupe	INFINITI QX55
Length	195.5"	186.3"
Width	77.8"	74.9"
Height	67.3"	63.8"
Wheelbase	116.3"	110.2"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Genesis	INFINITI
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 Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Genesis	INFINITI
Base Engine Displacement	3.5 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	375 hp @ 5800 rpm	268 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque	391 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm	280 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm
Number of Valves	24	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

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

Fuel

Feature	Genesis	INFINITI
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	0/0 mi.	352.0/448.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	21.1 gal.	16.0 gal.
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	—	22/28 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	—	25 MPG

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Genesis	INFINITI
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	✓	—
Driver Assisted 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	✓	✓
Digital Rearview Mirror	✓	—
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Genesis	INFINITI
Infotainment Display	27.0 in	8.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Brand Speakers	Bang & Olufsen	—
Stereo Power	1400W	—
Speaker System	18	6
Surround Audio	Discrete	—
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—

Power Feature

Feature	Genesis	INFINITI
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	1st Row Power Glass
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Genesis	INFINITI
Front Head Room	40.2 in.	39.9 in.
Front Leg Room	41.6 in.	39.6 in.
Front Shoulder Room	60.6 in.	57.9 in.
Front Hip Room	56.7 in.	55.6 in.
Seat Material: Premium Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	12-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Passenger Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Seat Material: Leather	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Genesis	INFINITI
Rear Head Room	37.6 in.	36.9 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.7 in.	38.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	57.8 in.	57.1 in.
Rear Hip Room	56.2 in.	53.8 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	—
Rear Seat Ventilation	✓	—

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Genesis	INFINITI
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	20 x 8.5 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	—
Tire Size	265/50R V	255/45R20
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Wheel Diameter	—	20 in.
Run Flat Tires	—	✓

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Genesis	INFINITI
Basic Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ 60000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	10 yr./ 100000 mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	7 yr./ unlimited mi.	7 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 60000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	3 yr./ 22500 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe and 2025 INFINITI QX55.

What is the primary trade-off between the 2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe and the INFINITI QX55?

The primary trade-off centers on power versus price. The Genesis offers a significant performance advantage with 375 hp for a $79,950 starting price, while the QX55 saves you nearly $30,000 by delivering a more modest 268 hp.

How does the fuel economy compare between these two AWD crossovers?

The QX55 is notably more efficient, achieving 25 combined MPG (22 city/28 highway), whereas the power-hungry Genesis GV80 Coupe requires premium fuel and offers a lower, unlisted MPG rating due to its performance tuning.

Is the 2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe much larger than the QX55?

Yes, the GV80 Coupe has a commanding road presence; it measures 195.5 inches in length and 77.8 inches wide, significantly larger than the QX55's 186.3-inch length and 74.9-inch width.

Do both vehicles use the same type of transmission?

No, they employ distinct setups: the GV80 Coupe uses a traditional 8-speed shiftable automatic for crisp shifts, whereas the QX55 utilizes a continuously variable-speed automatic (CVT) transmission, often favoring smoother acceleration.

Which vehicle offers better cargo space for daily hauling?

Based on provided specs, the INFINITI QX55 specifies a usable 26.9 cubic feet of cargo capacity, while the GV80 Coupe's cargo figures are not listed, though its larger exterior suggests it might hold more volume overall.

Are premium fuel requirements identical for both the Genesis and the INFINITI?

Yes, both vehicles specify that premium unleaded fuel is recommended for optimal performance. This applies regardless of whether you choose the 375 hp setup in the Genesis or the 268 hp version in the INFINITI.