2025 Genesis GV80 vs 2025 Land Rover Discovery

$58,200 · Crossover

$60,200 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant specification disparity between the 2025 Genesis GV80 and the 2025 Land Rover Discovery lies in their physical stature, with the Discovery standing 6.8 inches taller (74.3 inches vs. 67.5 inches for the GV80). Performance metrics show the GV80 slightly edging out the Discovery in output, delivering 300 hp and 311 lb-ft of torque compared to the Discovery's 296 hp and 295 lb-ft. Price analysis reveals the GV80 is $2,000 more affordable, starting at an MSRP of $58,200 against the Discovery’s $60,200. Fuel economy is identical, with both achieving a combined 21 MPG (19 City/24 Highway). Dimensionally, the GV80 offers 34.9 cubic feet of cargo capacity, while the Discovery's measurement is unavailable, but its slightly longer chassis (195.1 inches vs. 194.5 inches) suggests a marginal difference in overall footprint.

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Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Genesis GV80

The Genesis GV80 wins for commuters due to its $2,000 lower MSRP, making the initial investment more accessible.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Land Rover Discovery

The Land Rover Discovery’s substantial 6.8-inch height advantage (74.3 inches vs. 67.5 inches) suggests superior headroom and a more imposing, potentially reassuring presence for families.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Genesis GV80

The GV80 offers superior torque output with 311 lb-ft compared to the Discovery's 295 lb-ft, promising slightly punchier acceleration characteristics.

💰 Best Value

2025 Genesis GV80

The GV80 provides 4 more horsepower and 16 more lb-ft of torque for a lower starting price of $58,200.

Choose the Genesis GV80 if...

Your budget requires a lower initial outlay, as the GV80 starts at $58,200.
You prioritize maximum powertrain output, benefiting from the GV80's 300 hp and 311 lb-ft of torque.
You require the best cargo utility relative to the available data, as the GV80 specifies 34.9 cu ft.

Choose the Land Rover Discovery if...

You need the absolute maximum vertical clearance, indicated by the Discovery’s 74.3-inch height.
Your driving conditions require a dedicated four-wheel drive system rather than the GV80's AWD.
You prefer a marginally longer vehicle body, as the Discovery measures 195.1 inches compared to the GV80's 194.5 inches.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Genesis GV80	Land Rover Discovery
Length	194.5"	195.1"
Width	77.8"	-
Height	67.5"	74.3"
Wheelbase	116.3"	115.1"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Genesis	Land Rover
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	✓	✓
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)	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Engine Immobilizer	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Genesis	Land Rover
Base Engine Displacement	2.5 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	300 hp @ 5800 rpm	296 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	311 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm	295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Genesis	Land Rover
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	four wheel drive
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓
4WD System Type	—	Full Time
Transfer Case Gearing	—	Electronic Single-Speed
Locking Hubs	—	Automatic

Fuel

Feature	Genesis	Land Rover
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/24 MPG	19/24 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	21 MPG	21 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	400.9/506.4 mi.	452.2/571.2 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	21.1 gal.	23.8 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Genesis	Land Rover
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	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
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	✓	—
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Front View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
Front Parking Sensors	—	✓
Driver Assisted Parking Assist	—	✓
Steering Wheel Material	—	Simulated Alloy
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Rear Climate Control	—	✓
Interior Air Filtration	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Genesis	Land Rover
Infotainment Display	27.0 in	—
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	12	11
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	—
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Meridian Speakers	—	✓
Stereo Power	—	400W
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Genesis	Land Rover
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Moonroof Type	—	1st Row Power Glass

Frontseats

Feature	Genesis	Land Rover
Front Head Room	40.2 in.	40.0 in.
Front Leg Room	41.6 in.	39.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room	60.2 in.	—
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	14-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	14-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
Seat Material: Leather	—	✓
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	—	3

Rearseats

Feature	Genesis	Land Rover
Rear Head Room	38.4 in.	39.0 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.7 in.	37.4 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.2 in.	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Genesis	Land Rover
Wheel Material	Alloy	Alloy
Wheel Size	19 x 8.5 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	—
Tire Size	265/55R	N/A
Wheel Diameter	—	20 in.
Spare Tire Type	—	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	—	Underbody Mounted

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Genesis	Land Rover
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.	6 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	—

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Genesis GV80 and 2025 Land Rover Discovery.

What is the key difference in drivetrain setup between these two luxury crossovers?

The 2025 Genesis GV80 utilizes an All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system paired with its 8-speed automatic transmission. Conversely, the 2025 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a dedicated Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) system, which often implies more robust off-road capability.

Do the differing heights impact fuel consumption in the 2025 models?

No, the 2025 Genesis GV80 (67.5 inches tall) and the 2025 Land Rover Discovery (74.3 inches tall) report identical EPA estimates of 21 MPG combined, with identical 19/24 City/Highway ratings.

How does the base pricing compare for the standard configurations?

The Genesis GV80 offers a $2,000 savings over the Land Rover Discovery, with the GV80 starting at an MSRP of $58,200 against the Discovery’s $60,200.

Which vehicle delivers more power based on their standard engines?

The Genesis GV80 holds a slight performance advantage, producing 300 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque. The Land Rover Discovery is rated slightly lower at 296 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque.

Are there any differences in fuel requirements for these premium vehicles?

While both require premium fuel, the Genesis GV80 specifies premium fuel as 'recommended,' whereas the Land Rover Discovery mandates it as 'required' for optimal operation.