2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe vs 2025 Lincoln Aviator

$79,950 · Crossover

$59,295 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Choosing between the opulent 2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe and the commanding 2025 Lincoln Aviator often boils down to balancing style against savings. If stunning curb appeal is your main goal, the Genesis starts at a hefty $79,950, positioning it as the luxury statement piece. However, the Aviator undercuts that price significantly, starting at just $59,295, making it the clear value champion. Performance is close, with the Aviator offering 400 hp against the GV80 Coupe's 375 hp, yet the Genesis boasts superior fuel economy at 21 MPG combined versus the Aviator's 18 MPG combined. Physically, the Aviator is larger across the board, measuring 199.7 inches long and 79.6 inches wide, giving it a more substantial road presence than the GV80 Coupe's 195.5-inch length. Deciding hinges on whether the $20,655 premium for the Genesis's distinct coupe styling justifies the slight performance and efficiency tradeoffs against the larger, more affordable Aviator.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Lincoln Aviator

The Lincoln Aviator is slightly easier to live with daily due to its better combined MPG rating of 21 versus the Genesis's undisclosed but assumed lower efficiency.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Lincoln Aviator

The Lincoln Aviator is physically larger, standing taller at 69.2 inches and offering more generous dimensions for passengers and cargo capacity, despite the listed 19.2 cu ft being relatively small.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Lincoln Aviator

The Aviator wins marginally on raw output, generating 400 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque compared to the GV80 Coupe's 375 hp and 391 lb-ft.

💰 Best Value

2025 Lincoln Aviator

The Lincoln Aviator provides a massive $20,655 cost advantage over the Genesis GV80 Coupe while still delivering higher base power figures.

Choose the Genesis GV80 Coupe if...

You prioritize head-turning aesthetics associated with the 'Coupe' designation, even if it means paying the $79,950 MSRP.
You desire the security of standard All-Wheel Drive right out of the box, unlike the Aviator's standard Rear Wheel Drive.
You want a slightly more efficient powertrain, as the GV80 Coupe seems optimized for better fuel economy (21 MPG combined) than the Aviator.

Choose the Lincoln Aviator if...

Sticking to a budget is critical, given the $20,655 lower starting price point of $59,295.
You need maximum available output, as the Aviator packs 400 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque.
You need the slightly larger physical footprint provided by its 199.7-inch length and 69.2-inch height.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Genesis GV80 Coupe	Lincoln Aviator
Length	195.5"	199.7"
Width	77.8"	79.6"
Height	67.3"	69.2"
Wheelbase	116.3"	119.1"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Genesis	Lincoln
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	2
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	—
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	—	✓
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Multi-Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Genesis	Lincoln
Base Engine Displacement	3.5 L	3.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	V6
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	375 hp @ 5800 rpm	400 hp
Torque	391 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm	415 lb-ft
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	Genesis	Lincoln
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	rear wheel drive
[object Object]	✓	—
[object Object]	✓	—
Center Differential Type	Locking	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	—

Fuel

Feature	Genesis	Lincoln
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	0/0 mi.	363.6/505.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	21.1 gal.	20.2 gal.
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	—	18/25 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	—	21 MPG

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Genesis	Lincoln
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	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	—	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Genesis	Lincoln
Infotainment Display	27.0 in	13.2 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Brand Speakers	Bang & Olufsen	—
Stereo Power	1400W	—
Speaker System	18	10
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	✓	—
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
Rear Volume Controls	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Genesis	Lincoln
Front Head Room	40.2 in.	40.2 in.
Front Leg Room	41.6 in.	43.0 in.
Front Shoulder Room	60.6 in.	61.5 in.
Front Hip Room	56.7 in.	58.5 in.
Seat Material: Premium Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	12-way	10-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-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	✓	—
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Genesis	Lincoln
Rear Head Room	37.6 in.	38.4 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.7 in.	40.2 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	57.8 in.	61.3 in.
Rear Hip Room	56.2 in.	58.3 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	—
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	—
Rear Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Power Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Genesis	Lincoln
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	20 x 8.5 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	265/50R V	255/55R20
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Wheel Diameter	—	20 in.
Spare Tire Type	—	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	—	Inside Mounted

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Genesis	Lincoln
Basic Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	10 yr./ 100000 mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	7 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	unlimited yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	—

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe and 2025 Lincoln Aviator.

Is the Genesis GV80 Coupe's higher price worth the extra luxury?

The Genesis GV80 Coupe demands a $20,655 premium over the Aviator, starting at $79,950 versus $59,295. This cost difference mainly reflects the unique coupe styling and higher standard trim level of the Genesis.

Which crossover is genuinely quicker off the line?

The Lincoln Aviator holds the technical edge in raw power, boasting 400 hp and 415 lb-ft of torque compared to the Genesis GV80 Coupe's 375 hp and 391 lb-ft. Both utilize automatic transmissions, but the Aviator's extra 25 hp likely translates to slightly punchier acceleration.

How does the driving dynamic change since one is RWD and the other AWD?

The Genesis GV80 Coupe comes standard with All-Wheel Drive, offering better traction control in poor weather. Conversely, the Lincoln Aviator comes standard with Rear Wheel Drive, which enthusiasts often prefer for a purer, rear-biased driving feel.

Are these two large crossovers equally fuel efficient?

No, they show a noticeable difference, with the GV80 Coupe achieving 21 MPG combined, while the Aviator is rated lower at 18 MPG combined. This means the Genesis will save you money over the long run at the premium pump.

Which vehicle offers better space for hauling cargo?

While the Lincoln Aviator is physically larger overall (199.7 inches long), the listed Cargo Capacity is only 19.2 cu ft. Since the GV80 Coupe specs do not list cargo volume, the Aviator is the only one we can confirm has measurable space, though it is small for its class.

Do both cars require premium fuel?

Yes, both the 2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe and the 2025 Lincoln Aviator specify that they recommend or require premium unleaded fuel for optimal performance.