Genesis GV80 vs. BMW X5 vs. Mercedes GLE 450 | Full-Size Luxury SUV Comparison

[@edmundscars]

Would you rather have the GV80, GLE or X5? Read the comparison: edmu.in/3jgpitL

[@PsychicMedium4747]

Sorry I don’t find Mark remotely funny…and extremely biased. The genesis is an amazing brand ….German brands are NOT reliable and endless money Pitts. Mark get a new Job…I cannot enjoy a biased review. There is no way you can convince me that there are no merits you can give the genesis.

[@MercOne]

@@PsychicMedium4747 I agree with your sentiment about the review, but a lot of people lease now and nothing is going wrong with a Mercedes or even a BMW in just 3 years which is why the Germans own the luxury car market. Yeah long term a BMW is not a good bet, but a Mercedes isn't as bad. Genesis isn't proven long term yet, especially these new models. I agree though the Genesis does have a lot going for it that was missed here. I don't count this is a serious comparison.

[@StephenWillcox]

I would take the Genesis.

[@chessiem6647]

@@StephenWillcox Why not KIA Telluride? for 30% less?

[@MercOne]

@@PsychicMedium4747 Yeah I know the background. The ex BMW engineer's skills hasn't shown up in Genesis vehicles yet, they're not sporty at all outside of the G70. Yes I agree they 're really nice vehicle, they're killing it right now. Really nice interiors for sure, but their quality isn't proven. They're too many recalls for fires and odors so there is still work to do.

[@kth7296]

Although I like the Mercedes more, however, the overwhelming bias by one of the reviewers towards Mercedes makes this review totally unfair. Beside he thinks that he is funny and somebody needs to inform him that he is not.

[@PsychicMedium4747]

I agree…he is so damn biased and I don’t find him remotely funny. He needs to be fired. Terrible representation for Edmunds.

[@roxstix]

Agree. Plus he's gone full 1980's with goatee & ponytail.

[@mattspeer01]

This guy needs to go work for MotorTrend, they also have a huge Mercedes bias.

[@PsychicMedium4747]

@@mattspeer01 I agree and they aren’t even reliable. I would hate to spend lots of money on something that is not reliable

[@brianfilipowski9165]

Could not agree more! This video was a fail.

[@ccarpenter246]

It's not really a comparison when the review starts with waxing lyrical about how great the GLE is and slagging off the GV in the first minute

[@GaryDownes]

Go find another video that confirms your own bias towards the GV80 then, and stop being a little b!tch here. I didn't see anything here with these guys being too heavily invested in anything other than objectivity

[@A.R.B.J.]

@@GaryDownes It would appear that public opinion is trending strongly against you.

[@mattspeer01]

I'm surprised this isn't a MotorTrend review. This is exactly what they do when they compare anything to a Mercedes product. The Mercedes is always a shining beacon of "do no wrong" automotive genius, and anything they compare it to is just adequate in comparison. Wonder how much Mercedes pays these reviewers...?

[@chrisespinosa7735]

@@GaryDownes it’s also funny that talk about plastic when Mercedes loves using it too

[@vitinvaldez4927]

Mercedes is the best stop crying guys .. I own a glc 300 2020 .. I’m looking to buy the gle .. dealer say they have a shortage .. I still waiting

[@flandrescarlet486]

Today's sponsor: Mercedes-benz

[@Sakosaga]

Yeah seriously, I'd pick the GV80, X5 then Mercedes in that order. If I wanted something performance I'd spec out the M X5 . The GV80 is really not a performance car, it's mainly luxury with some performance features.

[@hamburglar83]

I had a BMW X5, ended up with the trans broke in half in the middle of the highway. German cars are built for performance but not reliability. Genesis has a better value, Mercedes Nickel and dimes you to $80k. This review was awful and bias.

[@GaryDownes]

Nah, you're just pissed that you bought the cheapest used BMW that was ragged (hense why it was cheap) and want to bitch because you wanted a luxury German vehicle, but did want to pay for it. My wife's X5 is 320,000kms and going strong. Your FOS

[@lm1314]

Had a VW for 9 years and trade for VW for 13 years. Loved those cars. Traded up for Audi. I know someone who had a Toyota MR2 that dealer's repair guy told her get rid of it at 6 months. She had a lemon. I know people who had issues with their Accords. A person has had issues with their Kia since during first year. Sometimes you get a bad car no matter what brand.

[@chessiem6647]

Well, I have 2003 X5 and is still looking and driving like it was new and there are no plans to get rid if it.

[@aowen1079]

And all over KZbin everyone always praising how great the ZF 8 speed transmission is. But real owners are having issues. So its really not a good transmission.

[@hamburglar83]

@@GaryDownes thanks troll. You are a very angry person. Enjoy your BMW.

[@JamesMaccarone]

Maybe the worst car review I've ever watched. The "comedy" was cringey and derailed the review constantly.

[@CanadianMax]

Agreed. This was honestly one of the worst car reviews I watched this year

[@BobsGT235]

They have to get rid of the oriental guy, he's awful.

[@jhoserovi29]

GV80 is the SUV to beat, Value vs. Price is unbeatable.

[@ctk4949]

Not only that I think it looks the best. The germans just do same boring crap over and over again.

[@jhoserovi29]

@@ctk4949 they definitely do, it's good but come on for those prices give me the best!

[@ctk4949]

@@layne4376 Meh pretty sure its faster than the gle 4cyl!! lol If you really want performance, then you should get the Porsche SUVs. Also does quality mean reliability?? Just because they use fancy stuff on the interior doesnt mean its going to be reliable. Pretty sure the Genesis will be more reliable.

[@chessiem6647]

And the only problem is its badge.. Imagine visiting friends and bragging you just got a new luxury SUV? And they want to see it.... Can you imagine the rest? O.... whow Genesis.. what's that? Isn't that a Hyundai? LOL Nice, congrats. Lets go back home . :)))

[@whitemailprivilege2830]

@@chessiem6647 with chick fanatics elites like that friends BIGO

[@julius6238]

This Mark, guy is annoying in this review never use him again

[@dsell37]

Thank you!

[@julius6238]

@@litespeed65 it’s not what you say. But how you deliver your message. The arrogant and condescending tone, comes across annoying. I don’t care if he’s a fanboy or not FYI

[@vinniep3315]

Yes ….a Mercedes’ quack

[@MrZakka1985]

That guy is some kind of typical merc drivers. That's why I don't own or drive a merc, just test drive and step away from it lol

[@aaronwalker2461]

The Benz is $12K more and the BMW is $18K more. The fact that the Genesis is even close is EXACTLY why it’s the SUV to buy. Value that the other two cannot match. Period.

[@chessiem6647]

It depends what "value" you talking about Once you cross the $50k car price we should not talk $ "Value" as you paying much more and mainly for brand and image than for additional or better "anything" technical. Loaded" KIA gives you 75% or more what MB offers for 50% of its price - and that is a value proposition. These cars are not value but luxury vehicles and are not aimed at people who are looking for value but for these who have extra money to spend because they can and want.

[@Carfan678]

I feel like most ppl buying these kind of cars don’t care about value that’s ur Toyota Corolla shoppers, highly doubt someone buying a $60k+ midsize luxury suv cares about value

[@Baka_Oppai]

@@chessiem6647 Exactly and considering you buy lux to show off there is no way I'd be tryin to pimp a Kia

[@karlk.6819]

Lincoln aviator is way better than this genesis, more hp and costs even less

[@bingohhhhhhhhhhhh]

Genesis dealerships and service are now historically horrible and they are proving unreliable since this review.

[@swanblake]

Mark dislikes Genesis so we already knew how.this was going to end. Please take off the sunglasses. I would go Genesis GV80 personally. Love the bespoke elegant design inside and out. I'm not lapping the 'Ring anytime soon in an SUV so I appreciate the classic luxury in the Genesis. The interior colors are fantastic and very inviting. No piano black plastic inside is refreshing. Not all about the LCD screens.

[@ubaurbanus1243]

You already know. I don't know why they brought him back for this episode. I like him the mustang videos

[@lm1314]

I think they were being silly where he is playing a pretentious person who only looks at certain brands, being a brand snob.

[@joec.5009]

He's Japanese, so he probably really hates Genesis.

[@timlynch2342]

@@lm1314 You're asking the internet to detect nuance and subtext. Good luck.

[@Dkdid9183]

@@joec.5009 not as much as I hate Japanese shitboxes. Their interior is lazy and built for old people.

[@pankajtayal4433]

Third class review and comparison. 👎

[@scotttanner1528]

I agree with many of the comments. I get the intended satire or persona that was attempted regarding brand snobs, however, there wasn’t enough objectivity, and at the end of the day, you simply came across as biased towards the Benz to the point where I simply can’t take your comments about the Genesis or the BMW seriously. I appreciate the humour and attempt, it just didn’t work here. No disrespect intended.

[@ayushmalpeddi2793]

Agreed. The GV80 door panels have ZERO hard plastic. All of it is at the minimum soft touch or squishy. Actually the top part of the GV80 door panels has leather/leatherette whereas the GLE has soft touch plastic. Not sure how they think the Genesis has more plastic when it 100% does not. Except maybe in some places like the door jams is my best guess. Forget about genesis, I remember comparing a new 43K Santa Fe Calligraphy to a 65K BMW X3 M40i. The Hyundai has better materials and stitching on the dash, along the center console, on the door panels, but similar on the actual center armrest compartment. The BMW is mostly just a flat soft touch plastic on most of the door panels and everywhere whereas as the Hyundai had nice stitching all around and more leatherette covering the same parts. I think if you get the upgraded leather or whatever on the BMW it is better, but its still feels cheap overall given the price. ESPECIALLY now that the GV70 has materialized and even a base model blows a X3M comps interior out of the park.

[@gasstation405]

Takahashi taking the piss on a Korean car? lol sure didn't see that coming. /s

[@1990Thunderbolt]

the koreans and japanese don't have a good history with each other.

[@chessiem6647]

LOL I am sure they offered a deal to Hyundai before publishing this and they did not match MB price :L)

[@gasstation405]

@@chessiem6647 LOL hey Mark you mad everyone's roasting you in the comments?

[@RedlineGaming007]

I wonder what Lexus is doing with the outdated RX

[@JulezWinnfield]

Who cares? Reliability and resale value, right (according to Toyota/Lexus fanboys).

[@yfbgca9492]

@@JulezWinnfield Don't forget the comfort, which I value most for such big family SUVs. I will choose RX over these three any day of the week.

[@kevinbarry71]

Besides selling large numbers of them; a redesign is coming next year

[@chessiem6647]

Lexus is selling their cars to their loyal customers who want Lexus. Same with BMW and Porsche.

[@Dkdid9183]

@@kevinbarry71 because they are dirt cheap compared to these real luxury brands. Lexus, Acura and Infinite are premium brands.

[@_jg00]

The GV80 is far better looking and is hard to beat with the 10yr/100k mile warranty. Also, Edmunds needs to keep the openly biased Mark off the Genesis videos. His take on the GV70 was garbage.

[@joalblo9581]

This review was biased from the start. It's almost like Edmunds hates Genesis. I've watched their other reviews on Genesis and their bias is obvious.

[@TheKiing81]

Hated it. You could have made a stronger argument for gv. The others are stalwarts.. We know this already. Redue this review with Carlos and will be fine. Otherwise hated it

[@chessiem6647]

They have done great job. GV is pretending to be in same class but it is not as good as BMW or MB. It is cheaper and as they described it - it is for these who can't afford MB or BMW bcouse additional $10k but want to have Luxury SUV ( which will be also reliable as cost is a critical parameter).

[@chrisak49]

@@chessiem6647 MB and BMW are giving discounts on the cars. Genesis doesn’t. Price difference after discount is $2-3k. If you are spending over $50k on a luxury car and worry about $3k then you can’t afford this class of car.

[@chessiem6647]

@@chrisak49 Agree.

[@19Abdulaziz88]

Is this episode Ad for german cars especially GLE? Or you have an issue with Korean brand(GENESIS) which is posing a threat to competitors?

[@wrzl1675]

As a mechanic, GV 80 all day everyday. I’ve worked on an driven the GLE and X 3,5 and 7 in all configurations. The GLE is an absolute pleasure to drive with the new 3.0 straight 6 and the tech is awesome but problematic, be prepared to fork over a couple grand here and there. The BMW X models are the corner carver of the bunch but also the stiffest ride and don’t buy it if you plan on driving in the snow, they suck at that. The 3.0 liters consume oil from day 1. I rarely see any Genesis vehicles in my shop for anything other than maintenance, it’s a well thought out, well built vehicle, for example; they have both direct and port fuel injection to keep the intake valves clean which is a huge problem for direct only injected engines of today. I’ll always pick the best looking and even more so the vehicle that’s not going to repeatedly thousand dollar me to death over a 6-8+ yr. life span and the Genesis has both looks and reliability/longevity in spades.

[@karlk.6819]

I agree, very smooth 6 in line on the mercedes. The ride of this genesis is kinda unsettled

[@bobbyb7672]

I love my GV80 Prestige! I'm coming from a Mercedes S Class that definitely "Thousand dollared" me to death! I still love Mercedes tho. Probably wouldn't buy another one any time soon.

[@jenvogue5005]

Speaking he truth!

[@gestebu]

GV80 hasn't been on the market long enough for proof of long-term reliability,

[@akk7602]

@@gestebu Exactly! I, see a LIAR.

[@CapELarry]

This video was actually difficult to watch. Mark is off-putting.

[@genesisg7022]

I didn't make it past 2 minutes! Mark is an A-hole!

[@chessiem6647]

@@genesisg7022 No wonder :) G70

[@CanadianMax]

@@chessiem6647 ...cute

[@suzg7425]

I love my GV80!!!! Plus 10 year maintenance 💥

[@terrywilliams3351]

Love mines too!

[@rashiksharar]

You forgot to mention how the GLE interior creaks. -_-

[@eugeneman1888]

GLE doesn’t creaks dum

[@MJ-lt5yv]

Agreed, Mercedes’ is the biggest scam on the market, cheapest build quality.

[@eugeneman1888]

@@MJ-lt5yv dude, at this moment u are just hating the car company and nothing else

[@karlk.6819]

Not true

[@dantegardner5282]

Is this Edmunds or Mercedes Chanel? 🤔

[@montecristo8505]

I have owned both cars. Currently have the GV80. Both cars are equally spectacular, high quality. The deciding factor is if you value your money. When buying the Mercedes you are paying 20 - 30K more just for the name. Also the 10 year warranty on Genesis is a big factor. My Mercedes virtually broke me with repairs that I now don't have to even worry about with my GV80. Hands down the GV80 is superior unless your value a name over quality and value.

[@joec.5009]

Genesis wins by design alone.

[@Carfan678]

*mercedes

[@bruceli9094]

Just no.

[@carver9312]

Agreed.

[@MEAMERIE]

Would have been better to have a top trim GV80.

[@chrisak49]

Never owned a Genesis, just Germany and Japanese luxury brands but I must admit the Genesis looks the best out of the 3 inside and out!

[@chessiem6647]

You buy cars based on how they look?

[@chrisak49]

@@chessiem6647 Absolutely. I wouldn’t spend money on a Pontiac Aztec.

[@Thomas-Tsai-NYC]

I had many mercedes since 1987 or my father B4 I was born. I test drove a gv70. They sold me on it. I think is the value they present. 3 year maintenance free. No vehicle markup. 1.9% financing. Drives like a dream. I love my ml63, GL550 but this smaller gv70 won me over. Oil change is $500-700 for German cars. It's like the lexus ls400 all over again. But it's the Korean.. With the pandemic why you want your neighbors to see you in a shiny new BMW or Mercedes.. It's the best value for now. I don't own my cars more then 100k miles. So why worry about the quality.. The brand is so hot, if I don't like it I can sell it. It's a win win! Test drive it and tell the salesman you need it for a long test drive. It won me over. 800 miles on the odometer.. Loving every moment of it. Sold my 2014 e63 wagon. Lost 60k. But still have enough to buy this gv70! My 2 cent.

[@changsta2004]

@@chrisak49 I mean come on.. no one wants an Aztec 😂

[@carver9312]

@@chessiem6647 you prefer ugly cars?

[@Roderickdl]

When did the GLE and X5 become "Full-sized"?

[@GaryDownes]

When weren't they? Have you ever owned either.? Ahhhh, there you go. You don't own either, and you probably can't afford any of them.

[@Roderickdl]

@@GaryDownes What a waste of my time to read this and I'm not greatful for your need to share with us the ignorance you have on the subject. Have a pleasant day.😁

[@Roderickdl]

@@GaryDownes And for reference the BMW X7 and Mercedes GLS are the models both those brands state themselves to be full-size SUVs. Not these two.

[@arthurcheng5338]

Mark is trying too hard and he's much too biased to make this an enjoyable comparison video to watch.

[@jtshergill2647]

So the video is pretty much Mercedes screens Mercedes screens and Mercedes screens. This video is definitely a gle ad.

[@aadin]

i own a 2023 GV80 3.5T prestige with advanced package. they are NOT comparing apples to apples with these cars. they're completely underselling the GV80 and its quite upsetting my GV80 has: solid wood trim 22 inch premium wheels self driving with adaptive cruise control heads up display which displays navigation info also 21 speaker system by lexicon thats used in RR and bentley drivers seats are ventilated and have a massage function eco, comfort and sport driving mode heated steering wheel wireless charging pad apple & android car play the rear seats recline back for full comfort the leather comes with diamond pattern and very supple the car drives by using your key fob if you're outside the car the car looks like a bentley at first glance and fully loaded is 75k the doors have a soft close feature and including everything they mentioned. they chose the most bland gv80 that they could find.

[@bryanjk4213]

To me personally, Genesis GV80 is the new leader out of the luxury brands. Doing well with good impression in design, safety, technology. Especially proven by Tiger Woods. Don't know why Edmunds hate it.

[@jenvogue5005]

One of the reviewers is japanese....

[@akk7602]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@youareright5431]

German cars are awesome until lights start going on and off,and the dealerships are as lost you are😂😂😂

[@saejhun2292]

This sunglasses guy is acting like he is a master of design. He definitely doesn’t know who designed GV80. Formal chief designer in Bentley.

[@RIKOUPINATOR]

GV80 comes fully equipped at 66K. Mercedes and BMW cant compete with that. Plus the design of Genesis looks more luxurious.

[@chessiem6647]

BMW and MB can compete with luxury and equipment - not for the price. And at that price point - does $10k really matter that much? Image is way more important. Genesis does not look or feel more luxuries - I tested it. It is comfortable and doesn't feel cheap but as they say - MB is a Mercedes, BMW is a BMW and Genesis is still a Hyundai :). If somebody offered me any of these for free, I take - I don' t deny I would even guy Genesis but If I pay $66k and everyday look at it and think - jeez I could've spent another $10k and have Benz LOL And all the above doesn't mean that this car does not make sense though most people use emotions not only logic when buying and owning a "luxury" car.

[@royren1201]

My gv80 is 73k

[@emoll8930]

I just got a new GV80, I was leaning toward a GLE after comparing it with an X5, Range Rover Velar, and Volvo. I somehow missed the GV80 at first and was pretty settled on the GLE, but after seeing a review on motor trend, I went and checked out the GV80. It feels far more special on the interior compared to the mercedes, the high end materials and soft touch points cover more of the suv and just have a much more luxurious look. Though I thought the seats in the GLE were slightly more comfortable, the material didn't feel as nice. Unless you need a "Look at me" badge, the Genesis is a superior suv that happens to be slightly cheaper even when fully spec'd out. Price was not a major concern when deciding which suv to go with, and I still went with the Genesis. It's really a can I get over not having a German badge and people thinking you just have a fancy Hyundai. The warranty is awesome, and the tech is superb, especially when the same driving features are hard to find on a showroom GLE. Watching this review was very annoying especially since I have been in those 3 vehicles initially without bias, which appears this reviewer can't put aside even if it's just for Satire.

[@VirgilPascu]

Can you please tell me if the GV80 is off-road capable ? I am currently looking a SUV between BMW X5M, Audi Q7 and MB GLE AMG 53 witch will go off road casually (3 - 4 times a year), never thought about a Genesis before but this clip made me think. Your input will be much appreciated.

[@emoll8930]

@Virgil Pascu I wouldn't call it offroad capable, it does have a differential locker sending equal power to all 4 wheels but the ground clearance just isn't there. It could definitely get through light stuff in a pinch, it's probably comparable or slightly better than the other options since it does have a differential and I don't think the others do. The ground clearance just isn't there for most of these options including the gv80.

[@VirgilPascu]

@@emoll8930 well, Audi has Quattro, indeed I do not think it have a differential, but it is very good off-road and also on wet/slippery terrain. Never saw genesis compared to Audi or MB on this type of terrain, so this is why I asked you, maybe owning one you took it also off the streets. Also, you tested it on snow or sand ?

[@michaelboehme2748]

I’m new to this board and I have little experience with the Genesis GV80 or the BMW X5. What I can tell you is I own both a 2022 X5 and a Genesis GV80 2022. The X5 is sitting in my garage in Montana yet to be driven by me but come April it will get its chance. When I first saw the Genesis I was taken by its styling and appearance. To be totally honest I traded my wife’s GLE 350 to get the Genesis. My GV80 is to be delivered in 3 weeks and I feel like a kid in a candy store in anticipation of driving it. Give me a couple of months and I’ll revisit and give a nontechnical unbiased opinion of what I think.

[@aprilbeltran7584]

How do you like the gv80 compared to x5? I preordered the x5 but I am test driving a gv80! Love the feature

[@michaelboehme2748]

@@aprilbeltran7584 April, What it comes down to is personal taste, in other words it’s what turns you on. I can say after living and driving both for the past 3 months I’m trading in the GV80 for another X5 for my wife. I can say without a doubt the GV80 from a styling standpoint is hands down one of the most beautiful production cars on the road. My only criticism and this is personal for me but I just didn’t like the way it handled on the road. Truth be told you wouldn’t be disappointed with either car.

[@onterrioredmon5711]

The gv80 looks better than all of em and it costs less and get more features so gv80

[@wrzl1675]

FYI, personal opinions are not a review, I couldn’t care less what your personal feelings are. Edmunds use to have great reviews but as of late they’re just a bash fest. What happened?

[@rasha6334]

I also believe Service is an important factor to compare. Mercedes and BMW are clearly well-established but Genesis as a contender is a concern of mine after reding many service reviews. This was amplified when I visited a Genesis dealer and the interaction was poor. Then decided to visit another dealer hoping for a better interaction but the experience was as disappointing. I was thinking if this is the experience when I am a potential customer, how would it be like when I have already committed! I felt the entire interaction from sales tactics, to courtesy, to knowledge, to professionalism (I’d advise them not to call a customer a BRO!” or nickname another sales associate “big Frank”, or even following up on a piece information was enough to deter me from the GV80. If Genesis wants to be in the luxury market, they shouldn’t act as if you they are selling a Hyundai

[@Sakosaga]

Genesis gives you the best warranty out of the other options and you always get a loaner And definitely less expensive when it comes down to service repairs if they can't cover it. If you call service they just come get your car. Maybe you had a bad experience but from personal experience as well, they go the extra mile for their customers and it even shows when you buy their cars brand new. It sounds like you spoke to guys who act like normal dudes but you were expecting to walk into a Hyundai dealership and get the same experience you'd get when buying the next tier up luxury which would be Porsche, land Rover, etc From even working with Lexus, BMW, And even some Florida Mercedes dealerships they act the same, all depends on location but it's about relatability and it's probably good if they do act like that rather than being dry. Personality means lasting impressions. And you definitely had one, but you were expecting to get an experience that you would only get if you're paying for a prestige dealership. Even for the Audi dealership I've gone to and done consulting with they can be mixed from managers to service, but not everyone is going to give you that oh I'm buying a Lamborghini or Aston Martin or even Porsche service. I'd rather my service advisor and service techs act like normal dudes because they actually are more honest and not caught up in the I have to sell these additional services mindset and making you pay more for repairs than it actually should cost to service something. They get kick back based on Repair orders. Go into any BMW. Mercedes, Audi, Porsche, etc and they all are vultures about that stuff.

[@genesisg7022]

This reviewer has an issue with Korean vehicles. Tries to talk about style, while wearing a ponytail in 2021! Go figure! I'm willing to bet that his breath stinks! See how Ryan moves everytime he gets close. Breath like hot dog dodo, fresh out the butt!

[@angelc498]

Lol!

[@chessiem6647]

That says it all if ( I assume) GV70 fan uses that kind of derogatory arguments and comments. Not sure if you watch reviews by Doug Demuro? Not long time ago he got super deal from KIA on Stinger GT and gave it super initial review. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mnyudKCdnshrfMk However he sold it about year after and also published his opinions after a year of ownership. His key point was that car was OK - not as good as BMW or MB where Kia aimed at but definitely worth the money for Kia enthusiasts. Why did he sell it? Mainly because of Kia Badge and friends comments so he was embarrassed to dive and show it to friends. Do you see many of them on the road ?. I don't. What is more interesting that he pulled this video since. I suspect that Kia did not like it? It is going to take time before Genesis will disconnect - if ever, from Hyundai and Kia and its name becomes symbol of "luxury" like Lexus.

[@smooveone121]

I think they were just trying to illustrate that most people are brand snobs and would not look at the GV80 regardless of what it offers.

[@genesisg7022]

@@chessiem6647 Doug demuro is a buffoon! He's a Quentin Tarantino wannabe!

[@Jimmy-ph8xn]

Everyone is praising the GV80, but you gotta spend $68k MSRP to get many features that can be optioned in MB/BMW. It’s generous bundling that has resulted in price gouging at dealerships.

[@Dancingpastmidnight]

Mark Takahashi ruined the comparison with his arrogant personality.

[@cwfutureboy]

Pretty sure his “arrogance” was why he also did the reviews for the German cars; it’s reflective of the buyers of the Germans since anecdotally it’s been hard to tear people away from the status symbol brands to get them into a Genesis since “the neighbors/golf buddies” wouldn’t be as jealous when it drives up vs the Germans.

[@PANOSDX1968]

How about this: he was playacting!!!!

[@Dancingpastmidnight]

It doesn't matter if he received an Oscar for his performance, he ruined the comparison test.

[@DemetrySavoy]

I think mark is trying to find everything bad about the GV80 and tell it to everyone because he is biased to the GLE. Me personally I like the GV80 better than the X5 and the GLE because I've had an amazing experience with it.

[@inflightstudio]

As shown in previous reviews, that samurai generally dislikes Korean cars. At least he is consistent in his biased opinion.

[@inflightstudio]

@@marktakahashi5024 Well, up until I saw you reviewing the GV70, I enjoyed your reviews. Your GV70 review made me realize how biased you can be solely based on what you feel. On this platform, there are many car reviewers, some are just funny, some are technical and some are balanced and objective. I see Edmunds being part of the latter one, where the reviewers try to assess a vehicle not solely based on personal opinion but taking account every aspect and seeing it in a wider perspective. Nitpicking certainly isn’t that. And trying to be funny out of the sudden doesn’t help. Would I buy a Genesis? No, because for me as good as they have gotten it lacks the sportiness I want in each model’s segment. But I do appreciate having a new option which mixes things up in the segment.

[@PANOSDX1968]

The Samurai, doesn't like the Korean cars???? Take it easy descendant of King Arthur XI!!! Come on this is KZbin, not Parlor!!!

[@DevPack]

Mark just hating on the Genesis for no reason. Did not like this comparison at all.

[@brianl9944]

please tell the guy... to GET A NICE HAIR CUT and SHAVE

[@t1328]

I’ve test driven the GV80 and the BMW, coming from a sports sedan, and disagree with 90% of what you guys said. It was the top spec GV80, so maybe that made a difference, but to me it was leagues ahead of the BMW in interior quality, comfort, features, and suspension, for much less money. That interior is absolutely gorgeous, and very intuitive and easy to use. The massage seats are insanely comfortable, and equipped with the 3.5l twin turbo V6, it’s performance is excellent. In Sport or Sport Plus mode, if handles very well. I wonder how much time you guys really put into testing it?

[@dgdave2673]

Agree 200% with you !

[@arieksk]

Not really a fair comparison.. You Advanced Gv80 against top of the range GLE and X5..The Japanese guy is being Japanese..

[@charlesrogers8420]

GV80 is a game changer.

[@chessiem6647]

Only as much as Lexus, Acura and Infinity were.

[@davidwan247]

Edmunds reviews used to be good. Oh well.

[@barrygoldwasser5449]

Why would you compare 2 of the most unreliable brands to one of the most reliable and better engineered? Instead, compare those horrendous German ones to a Chrysler or Ford. That's a more even comparison.

[@rajeshbhattacharjee2989]

🤣🤣🤣

[@chessiem6647]

Because this was not a reliability contest. If you concerned about reliability and maybe gas mileage - these are not vehicles for you :) Look at Lexus and Acura. German cars were never about reliability or cost of ownership but about handling performance and image.

[@PANOSDX1968]

Why everyone ASSUMES that Genesis will be a reliable, good resale brand? Hyundai and Kia have daily recalls by the millions and multiple fires on multiple newer models. What will make Genesis reliable? If u compare it to Lexus when it was building it's reputation, late 90's early 2000's the Toyota brand was rocking it. Hence the famous Lexus reliability. And BTW Hyundai, kia or genesis were never high on the JD power reliability rankings, never!!!!

[@CanadianMax]

@@chessiem6647 wow, you have posted some stupid comments in this video, but this one takes the cake

[@matthewgrayson8]

The X5 and that wine color is just 😍

[@MrPsalms207]

Best way to do a 3-way car review. First compare features, specs, and pricing amongst the absolute BASE model of each vehicle. Then take a fully loaded version of the least expensive vehicle and equip the other vehicles so that they are the same price... In this case it would be a fully loaded GV80 at about $72K. Then you compare what you get on each vehicle for that price... Then you compare how much the other 2 vehicles would cost if equipped with the same features of the fully loaded least expensive vehicle. FINALLY, you pull out all the stops and compare what you would get in a fully loaded version of each vehicle and what the cost would be (because for some people, money's not an issue). THEN you have a more accurate comparison and more informed buyers. Cuz this video basically placed a $66K GV80 vs a $76K GLE vs an $83K X5. The only way that would be a fair fight is if they were all evenly equipped, which was not the case.

[@ctk4949]

Wrong guy to use to compare Korean cars, he hates them all!! "Browmeister"?? LOL!!

[@defenstrator4660]

The BMW and Mercedes are just that much more expensive that the GV80 is what I'm ending up with, and I don't feel I'm settling.

[@noelzacharyrecidoro5002]

The guy with shades really was biased on the european cars in the first place. He clearly was close minded.

[@12341copa]

Why would you compare the 2.5 against those cars and not the 3.5?

[@NileshR12]

The GV80 has more presence than the X5 & GLE which have had similar evolutionary designs for a while now

[@jwill6312]

I clicked for a car review, not a middle-aged automotive version of Mean Girls. Asian Regina George is over the top and not in a good way.

[@ThisGuyRides]

Takahashi is becoming a caricature of "mid-life crisis". Just needs a Harley to complete the transition.

[@JohnLee-db9zt]

Funny how they never mention how unreliable BMW and Mercedes are.

[@cwfutureboy]

Judging by the harsh critiques of Mark in this video, it seems like his character may have been a bit too over-the-heads of the viewers. Maybe next time say he’s playing the part of a typical Bimmer/Mercedes owner who will scoff at a “lesser” brand that may just offer more luxury bang for the buck.

[@gasstation405]

He's not "playing" anything. Watch his other videos of Korean cars and they're all extremely negative, often outright comically so.

[@rajeshbhattacharjee2989]

No one cares about what he is playing. Watch his GV70 review. He thinks that brilliant blind spot monitor is a distraction.

[@genesisg7022]

He's biased against Korean people and vehicle's. Can you really take seriously an IDIOT who wears a ponytail in 2021?

[@chessiem6647]

@@rajeshbhattacharjee2989 He has full right to think anyway he wants as it maybe that way to him? Try it yourself.

[@rajeshbhattacharjee2989]

@@chessiem6647 that's what I did, moron. Just like him, I also have the right to think anyway I want.

[@brianbarnes6772]

I have to laugh when I hear "tall" people complain about head room. They knock the GV80 and at 6"8", I have no problems with room. As far as tech goes, in the J.D. Power 2021 U.S. Tech Experience Index Study, the GV80 comes in at the top of the list at #1 beating BMW (#4) and Mercedes (#5).

[@SethPinnock]

Is this a fair comparison, I think we need to have a new generation of reviewers that do not have the German bias .

[@chessiem6647]

Tons of them on youtube.

[@papaagidi2838]

No wonder they have less views compare to other car reviewers

[@kevinbarry71]

Without actually touching one; the Genesis is superior because it has almost no German engineering in it

[@Passportbros8]

German engineers work at genesis.

[@chessiem6647]

Second to @@Passportbros8 . Genesis Head designer is Luc Donckerwolke - automotive designer and the chief creative officer at Genesis. Prior to the Hyundai Motor Group, he was the design director at Volkswagen Group's Bentley, Lamborghini, Škoda, and Audi. Also KIA - Hyundai brother, hired key BMW designer.

[@Passportbros8]

@@chessiem6647 Yeah. What you are saying is true.

[@nidaldajani728]

You forogt to mention the exterior design rating. Personally I give two thumbs up to Genesis, despite the fact that its front grill is stolen from Cadillac.

[@masterdad-zf9po]

I didn’t even finish the video. There’s a clear bias from one of the reviewers from the start. Horrible biased video

[@alphabeta8403]

Wanna impress your neighbors who don’t care about you? MB > BMW > GV80 Wanna get the biggest bang for your buck with best reliability and powertrain warranty? GV80 > BMW > MB

[@GlitterGuru]

Ditch the scripted jokes, ya'll are 🧀 lol

[@soulstance]

Wow, that Mark Takahashi dude should be taken off of reviewing Korean cars, kinda cringe watching.

[@chessiem6647]

hehehhee You don't like the review so take the reviewer out? I though he was a great actor.

[@allenNYinfiniti]

Can you say super biased? I like all 3 but it’s very obvious he wasn’t going to say anything good about the GV80. He couldn’t even admit that the GV80’s sound system completely blew the other 2 out of the water..

[@221ddj]

I leased a 2020 X5 and ultimately swapped it out for a 2021 GV80. I tested the GLE (4 cylinder) and Q7. My impressions were a lot different. GLE - Nice looking, but the GLE350 for $70K comes with a 4 cylinder which is grossly underpowered and feels cheap. X5 - Mine was $67K. Easily the best engine in the field, really fun to drive, great on gas, low on creature comforts though. The sound system is trash, and there was a weird smell that came through the vents early in driving and during start/stop times. Q7 - I tested one for $68K and it was also a 4 cylinder. Felt like driving a boat on wheels. GV80 - Got mine for $68K, 6 cylinder model with 3rd row. Easily the most comfortable in the price range, heated and cooled seats which I'm convinced these reviewers didn't pay close enough attention to. The driving dynamics aren't as good as the BMW, but everything else is good.

[@aprilbeltran7584]

This is exactly the comment I was looking for . Currently waiting for my x5 preorder but I test drove gv80 and drove bmws for 12 years. I love everything about gv80 but not the dynamics. I am getting a to point where I prefer comfort and all the bells and whistles so I am leaning towards gv80

[@baronsdaddy1]

The top of the line... PRESTIGE PKG does not have 3rd row option

[@chiemekaa]

I found him annoying. Please just be objective. We'll check back in on the long term BMW after stuff starts acting up.

[@JamaicanMeCrazy]

I’d get the gv

[@Tingtong-gg5oe]

Genesis will smoke benz and bmw. I want a Genesis car they awesome.

[@josephnamenye9811]

Everyone seems to miss addressing the elephant in the room .... service after the purchase ... I went to purchase one to only find out the Genesis GV80 can ONLY be serviced by a Genesis dealer wether in warranty or out of warranty. I was told if you break down and there is no dealer near where you are the GV80 MUST be towed to the nearest dealer (too few servicing dealers to make this a viable choice)... at your expense. After the warranty you still have to go a Genesis dealer as they are the only ones that have the diagnostic tools ... I was told point blank .... no Hyundai dealer can service the GV80. So if you buy one from a dealer don't even think about traveling any distance, unless your destination has a Genesis dealer, with it as you could get stuck with no way to get service.

[@bingohhhhhhhhhhhh]

Genesis dealerships and service are now historically horrible and they are proving unreliable since this review.

[@neorick27]

The review was okay but the "humor" is no good. I think you are probably funny people, like at the office, but it doesn't translate well but the video.

[@ricsalsa]

GV80 exterior look more hotter🔥and for 25k canadian dollar less with a warranty that beat the BMW and the Benz... so for poor guy like me no choice and would be happy with the GV80 👍

[@markphil7392]

Gv80 for long term reliability

[@ALMX5DP]

Mark’s gone off the rails! Great video though!

[@DJL78]

I really enjoyed this comparison video. But, you incorrectly stated that on the GV80 “if you opt for the top trim you get three rows”. That is in fact false. The third row is ONLY available on the 3.5T AWD Advanced + trim. The actual top trim is the two row 3.5T AWD Advanced with the Prestige option pack.

[@tazwarhossain5283]

Alright Champ!!

[@Money_bagz]

I looked at both Genesis GV80's and BMW X5's and at the end of the day the feel and elegance of the '21 GLE 450 I bought in May has been worth every mile I've put on it. I admit I have not owned a Genesis at all but I have owned many different BMW and this is more of a "lets take a trip" vehicle instead of Lets do that and try to race a the soccer moms to practice that the BMW gave. I also admit that when I replace my current BMW 5 series I own it will most likely be with another BMW M class car since you cant go wrong with M cars from BMW. just my 2 cents.

[@karlk.6819]

Genesis fell on pieces after few years, just get an Audi or a Porsche cayenne

[@cmorlok]

Would have liked them to displayed the “price as tested” figures, not just base pricing.

[@adilsagadiyev5090]

Exactly, a fully loaded genesis is easily 10-15k cheaper than bmw and mercedes

[@chessiem6647]

@@adilsagadiyev5090 Not necessary "easily" but $10k is about the right number. Keep in mind that buying "Luxury" you not buying vehicle which makes sens and serves as a comfortable and reliable transportation - you paying for "luxury" and something not many others can afford. If reliability and "cost of ownership" is you criteria it is much better to buy KIA Telluride which will serve the purpose and be 50% cheaper than MB.

[@adilsagadiyev5090]

@@chessiem6647 here’s the thing with genesis, while yes it makes sense to pay more money for something luxurious, it’s doesn’t make sense buying the same thing for more money, mostly because of brand image. Genesis doesn’t have the same brand image as German brands do which allows them to sell essentially equally luxurious vehicles for a much lower cost, and better reliability might I add

[@alfredwilsbury8397]

@@adilsagadiyev5090 Nah when you fully load a GV then match that spec with the GLE the difference is really small.

[@adilsagadiyev5090]

@@alfredwilsbury8397 in Canada a fully loaded gv80 is 85k a fully loaded gle with a similar engine is 113k, did you compare the base model gle? Or the one with a similar engine to the gv80

[@Carfan678]

It’s the Mercedes for me 😍😍

[@avrumi6533]

a good gv80 is $75,000 people in these comments saying its cheap lol its less than 10% cheaper than the german rivals..

[@barrygoldwasser5449]

Everybody knows that you shouldn't own a German vehicle outside of warranty. Terrible reliability, horrendous engineering, abismal resell value. What's not to like? Lol

[@JulezWinnfield]

Abysmal?

[@barrygoldwasser5449]

@@JulezWinnfield umm... Yes. It's not a secret.

[@JulezWinnfield]

@@barrygoldwasser5449 Spellcheck? You're welcome.

[@kristians2704]

@@barrygoldwasser5449 and that’s why most people lease them. There’s more to a car than reliability

[@chessiem6647]

I own them for 40 years out of warranty and bought most after warranty expired I will still buy them after warranty. Mainly because people sell them for half price :) And they are perfectly fine and meeting my reliability expectations. You don't buy Germans for the reliability but for the performance, handling and "character". Want reliable ? Buy Hyundai, KIA, Honda or Toyota

[@karlk.6819]

Had a Q7 supercharger and a gv80 back to back a couple of months ago and there is no comparison. Handling, ride, building quality and NVH are way better on the audi

[@vichardy3504]

Good luck buying a Genesis that's not been marked up by $15 plus $3K in dealer installed options which will push the price up close to the BMW or MB.

[@rival121]

Not worth it at all!! I wouldn’t even pay sticker on a glorified Hyundai…

[@wolfinr1b509]

obviously the GV80 has reduced sales of Mercedes and BMW that they order such biased reviews

[@danidiamond]

A prestige package gv80 With the dual tone quilted seats, noise canceling and soft closing doors should have been used for this test. And I guarantee you that Benz loving fool would have different feelings. Benz and bmw are amazing but give Genesis credit for what they've created. A serious work of art for a great price across their entire line.

[@gigi9467]

Great commercial guys

[@wildbill6366]

That need to lose the Asian guy ,he's irrevalent and downright lame. I'm done , unsubscribed..

[@ALMX5DP]

Bye Felicia!

[@wolflarson71]

He's the highlight for me. And what does "irrelevant" mean in this context? Makes no sense.

[@inflightstudio]

I feel the same way. Only reason for sticking around is Carlos Lago.

[@Areku06]

I prefer BMW X5 40i with m-sport, a true family drivers car. Also b58 is best six banger today.

[@andresmattos7541]

I rather have the Genesis GV80 more reliable and correctly priced.

[@vicenteherrera570]

This was supposed to be a comparison not a bash on BMW or Genesis…

[@tonyfan9941]

I want to say the reliability and maintenance is a big consideration as the owner for one of those SUVs.

[@tonyemini9642]

For the money Genesis is the overall winner here, I Love the Genesis GV70 myself but this GV80 is incredible 👍, oh as for the Mercedes or any Mercedes AMG 🤮🤮🤮🤮 hate them all.

[@abananalmnop5992]

best exterior for merc but genesis's symplicity interior design takes the cake, I hate 'cyberpunk' modern shit happening rn (just IMO)