2026 Genesis GV80 Coupe vs 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS

$81,850 · Crossover

$90,250 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical disparity between the 2026 Genesis GV80 Coupe (Car 1) and the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS (Car 2) lies in operational costs, specifically fuel economy and initial purchase price. The GLS achieves a combined 21 MPG, while the GV80 Coupe's specific MPG is unlisted, though it recommends premium fuel like the GLS (which requires it). Pricewise, Car 1 starts at $81,850, undercutting the GLS's $90,250 MSRP by $8,400. Performance is nearly identical; both vehicles produce 375 hp, but the GV80 Coupe offers higher torque at 391 lb-ft compared to the GLS's 369 lb-ft. Dimensionally, the GLS is substantially larger, measuring 205.0 inches in length versus the GV80 Coupe's 195.5 inches and standing 71.8 inches tall compared to 67.3 inches. Conversely, the GV80 Coupe provides superior storage with 29.3 cu ft of cargo capacity against the GLS's 17.4 cu ft.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Genesis GV80 Coupe

The lower initial MSRP of $81,850 makes the Genesis GV80 Coupe a more accessible daily driver than the $90,250 Mercedes-Benz GLS.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS

Despite having less cargo space (17.4 cu ft), the significantly taller and longer dimensions of the GLS (205.0 inches long, 71.8 inches high) suggest greater overall interior volume for passengers.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Genesis GV80 Coupe

The Genesis GV80 Coupe provides a measurable advantage in low-end grunt with 391 lb-ft of torque versus the GLS's 369 lb-ft.

💰 Best Value

2026 Genesis GV80 Coupe

The GV80 Coupe saves $8,400 upfront while offering 11.9 cu ft more cargo space than the GLS.

Choose the Genesis GV80 Coupe if...

You prioritize a lower entry price, saving $8,400 compared to the GLS's starting MSRP.
You require maximum utility, benefiting from 29.3 cu ft of cargo capacity versus the GLS's 17.4 cu ft.
You prefer slightly higher torque output, as the GV80 Coupe delivers 391 lb-ft to the GLS's 369 lb-ft.

Choose the Mercedes-Benz GLS if...

Your priority is achieving a measurable 21 combined MPG fuel economy rating.
You need the maximum physical dimensions, as the GLS is 9.5 inches longer and 4.5 inches taller than Car 1.
You prefer an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission, even though the GLS offers a 9-speed unit.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Genesis GV80 Coupe	Mercedes-Benz GLS
Length	195.5"	205.0"
Width	77.8"	79.9"
Height	67.3"	71.8"
Wheelbase	116.3"	123.4"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Genesis	Mercedes-Benz
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)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Front Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Brake Drying	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Cornering Lights	—	✓
Front Power Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Genesis	Mercedes-Benz
Base Engine Displacement	3.5 L	3.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	inline 6
Base Engine Type	gas	mild hybrid
Horsepower	375 hp @ 5800 rpm	375 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque	391 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm	369 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm
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	Mercedes-Benz
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	9-speed shiftable 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	Mercedes-Benz
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	0/0 mi.	452.2/571.2 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	21.1 gal.	23.8 gal.
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	—	19/24 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	—	21 MPG

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Genesis	Mercedes-Benz
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	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
Automatic Parking Assist	—	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Four Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Interior Air Filtration	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Genesis	Mercedes-Benz
Infotainment Display	27.0 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Brand Speakers	Bang & Olufsen	—
Stereo Power	1400W	590W
Speaker System	18	13
Surround Audio	Discrete	Discrete
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	6 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	✓
Premium Speaker Brand	—	Burmester
Subwoofer Count	—	2

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Genesis	Mercedes-Benz
Front Head Room	40.2 in.	39.4 in.
Front Leg Room	41.6 in.	40.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	60.6 in.	59.3 in.
Front Hip Room	56.7 in.	60.8 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	10-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	—	✓
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	—	3

Rearseats

Feature	Genesis	Mercedes-Benz
Rear Head Room	37.6 in.	40.2 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.7 in.	41.9 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	57.8 in.	58.5 in.
Rear Hip Room	56.2 in.	60.0 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	Mercedes-Benz
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Size	20 x 8.5 in	21 x 11.0 in.
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	265/50R V	315/40R21
Wheel Material	—	Alloy
Spare Tire Type	—	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	—	Inside Mounted

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Genesis	Mercedes-Benz
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.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	—
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	6 yr./ 62000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

What is the actual price difference between the 2026 Genesis GV80 Coupe and the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS?

The 2026 Genesis GV80 Coupe has a starting MSRP of $81,850, which is exactly $8,400 less expensive than the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS starting at $90,250.

How do the performance metrics compare, specifically horsepower and torque?

Both vehicles are rated at 375 hp. However, the GV80 Coupe has a slight edge in torque production, posting 391 lb-ft versus the GLS's 369 lb-ft.

Is the Mercedes-Benz GLS significantly larger than the Genesis GV80 Coupe?

Yes, the GLS is dimensionally larger across the board, being 205.0 inches long compared to the GV80 Coupe's 195.5 inches, and standing 71.8 inches tall against 67.3 inches.

Which vehicle offers better cargo hauling capabilities?

The Genesis GV80 Coupe offers substantially more accessible cargo space at 29.3 cu ft, significantly outweighing the 17.4 cu ft available in the Mercedes-Benz GLS.

Do both vehicles require premium fuel?

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS explicitly requires premium unleaded fuel. The 2026 Genesis GV80 Coupe recommends premium unleaded fuel, suggesting premium is the optimal choice for its 375 hp engine.

What is the measurable difference in fuel economy between the two crossovers?

The Mercedes-Benz GLS is rated at 21 combined MPG (19 city/24 highway), whereas the Genesis GV80 Coupe's specific MPG figures are not provided in this comparison data.