2025 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS vs 2026 Genesis GV80 Coupe

$178,450 · Crossover

$81,850 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS is the pinnacle of opulent mobility, flexing a commanding 550 horsepower and massive footprint (204.9 inches long) to deliver peerless luxury. Conversely, the 2026 Genesis GV80 Coupe slices through expectations with a stunning silhouette and accessible performance, starting at just $81,850—a staggering $96,600 less than the Maybach. While the Maybach delivers brute force with 538 lb-ft of torque, it exacts a penalty at the pump, achieving only 15 MPG combined versus the GV80 Coupe's superior efficiency. The power gap is substantial, with the Maybach offering 175 more horsepower. For those seeking the ultimate expression of status and immense rear-seat comfort, the Maybach reigns supreme; however, the GV80 Coupe proves that breathtaking style doesn't require emptying the bank account or accepting single-digit city mileage.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Genesis GV80 Coupe

The Genesis GV80 Coupe wins for daily commuting due to its lower entry price and better fuel economy compared to the Maybach's 13 MPG city rating.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS

The 2025 Maybach GLS, with its larger overall dimensions, likely offers superior passenger space and established luxury expected by larger families.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS

The sheer performance advantage, evidenced by 550 hp and 538 lb-ft of torque, gives the Maybach GLS the edge for driving thrills.

💰 Best Value

2026 Genesis GV80 Coupe

The Genesis GV80 Coupe is the undisputed value champion, costing $96,600 less than Car 1 while still offering 375 horsepower.

Choose the Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS if...

You demand the absolute highest level of power, boasting 550 hp.
Absolute road presence is a priority, reflected in its 204.9-inch length.
Budget is unlimited, prioritizing the peak of Maybach luxury appointments.

Choose the Genesis GV80 Coupe if...

You are focused on attainable performance, starting at only $81,850.
You prioritize cargo utility, as the GV80 Coupe offers 29.3 cu ft versus 18.4 cu ft.
You need better efficiency, avoiding the Maybach's 13/18 MPG city/highway split.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS	Genesis GV80 Coupe
Length	204.9"	195.5"
Width	79.9"	77.8"
Height	72.4"	67.3"
Wheelbase	123.4"	116.3"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Genesis
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Front Cross Traffic Alert	✓	—
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
Brake Drying	✓	—
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Adaptive Headlights	✓	—
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Cornering Lights	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Power Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Multi-Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Genesis
Base Engine Displacement	4.0 L	3.5 L
Number of Cylinders	V8	V6
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	gas
Horsepower	550 hp @ 6500 rpm	375 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque	538 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm	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	Mercedes-Benz	Genesis
Transmission Type	9-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	Locking
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓
[object Object]	—	✓
[object Object]	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Genesis
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	13/18 MPG	—
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	15 MPG	—
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	309.4/428.4 mi.	0/0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	23.8 gal.	21.1 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Genesis
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	✓	—
Automatic Parking Assist	✓	—
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive 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	✓	—
Sun Sensor	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors with Side Sensing	—	✓
Driver Assisted Parking Assist	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	—	✓
Digital Rearview Mirror	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Genesis
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	27.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Brand Stereo System	Burmester	—
Premium Speaker Brand	Burmester	—
Stereo Power	1590W	1400W
Speaker System	27	18
Subwoofer Count	1	—
Surround Audio	Discrete	Discrete
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	With Real Time Traffic	✓
Satellite Radio Subscription Duration	36 months	—
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	✓
Premium Brand Speakers	—	Bang & Olufsen
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months

Power Feature

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Genesis
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Sunroof Type	1st Row Power Fabric Extended	—
Moonroof Type	2nd Row Fixed Glass	1st Row Power Glass Extended
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Genesis
Front Head Room	42.5 in.	40.2 in.
Front Leg Room	40.3 in.	41.6 in.
Front Shoulder Room	59.3 in.	60.6 in.
Seat Material: Premium Leather	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	12-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	12-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	3	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	✓	✓
Seat Massage Function	✓	—
Front Hip Room	—	56.7 in.

Rearseats

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Genesis
Rear Head Room	40.2 in.	37.6 in.
Rear Leg Room	43.4 in.	38.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	56.1 in.	57.8 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	✓
Rear Seat Ventilation	✓	✓
Rear Hip Room	—	56.2 in.

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Genesis
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	22 x 11.5 in.	20 x 8.5 in
Tire Type	Performance	All Season
Tire Size	325/40R22	265/50R V
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Genesis
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	10 yr./ 100000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	6 yr./ 62000 mi.	—
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	7 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	3 yr./ 36000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS and 2026 Genesis GV80 Coupe.

How much more powerful is the Maybach GLS compared to the GV80 Coupe?

The 2025 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS possesses a significant power advantage, producing 550 hp versus the 2026 Genesis GV80 Coupe's 375 hp, resulting in a 175 hp difference. This results in the Maybach having 538 lb-ft of torque to pull with.

Is the massive price difference between the two crossovers justified by utility?

Not entirely on paper; the Genesis GV80 Coupe is significantly more practical for cargo, offering 29.3 cu ft compared to the Maybach GLS's meager 18.4 cu ft. Furthermore, the Genesis costs $96,600 less.

Which vehicle is better for long-distance highway driving based on fuel economy?

The 2026 Genesis GV80 Coupe is superior, as the Maybach GLS struggles with a combined 15 MPG rating. While both require premium fuel, the Maybach's 18 MPG highway rating is substantially worse than the Genesis's expected consumption.

Are there major differences in size that impact parking or maneuverability?

Yes, the Maybach GLS is considerably larger, measuring 204.9 inches long and 72.4 inches high. The Genesis GV80 Coupe is nearly 10 inches shorter in length (195.5 inches) and significantly lower at 67.3 inches, making it potentially easier to navigate tight urban environments.

Do both SUVs utilize the same type of transmission?

Both vehicles employ shiftable automatics, but the Maybach GLS uses a more robust 9-speed unit to manage its higher output. The GV80 Coupe relies on an 8-speed automatic transmission.

Which vehicle offers better outright acceleration potential based on specs?

While official 0-60 times are not provided, the Maybach GLS's 550 hp and 538 lb-ft of torque clearly indicate superior outright straight-line performance capabilities compared to the 375 hp Genesis.