$30K GAP! 2024 Mercedes GLC43 AMG vs. Genesis GV70 3.5T, Worth It? SUV Comparison and Race.

[@unblindswordzman96]

I'm wit the G70 it's unique inside/out and they ride smooth

[@pinkipipe]

Génesis for me

[@bill7481]

I like the black and brown interior of the MB, but I love the blue interior with red accents of the Genesis. I love the traditional gauge cluster of the Genesis; the interior is simple yet efficient. I don’t care how much faster the MB is; it’s Genesis for me.

[@Jackson-son]

Genesis is my choice in this battle regardless of engine power Thanks Bro. Sam ♥️

[@SamCarLegion]

Good choice!

[@popsandbangs8858]

Bro the gv70 is a good looking car

[@SamCarLegion]

Didn’t say otherwise?

[@popsandbangs8858]

@@SamCarLegion yeah in tricky way somehow but damn bro you surprise me at the drag race I wasn’t expecting that very nice review by the way. 😅

[@SamCarLegion]

Thank you

[@PsychicMedium4747]

@@SamCarLegionbut Sam you left something out... German brands are reputed for rock bottom reliability

[@billshoe22191]

Inside and out the Genesis GV70 looks stunning and reminds me of what a true luxury product should look like. The Germans have completely lost the plot chasing Tesla and going tech overload. I would take the Genesis GV70 over any offering in its class. Right now the biggest issue I foresee for Genesis is they made the mistake of going all in on EVs before having a top trim petrol engine to compete with the M and AMG brands V8. Genesis is also seeing some high price creep of the past few years since inception. I think they can be a truly great brand as long as they address these two issues. I really have nothing negative to say about Genesis currently as my parents have owned many luxury product and they have gone from Mercedes to now owning two Genesis products and absolutely loving them. They make stunning luxury products.

[@mackfar27]

Genesis is an amazing car.

[@CYota91]

LOL

[@CYota91]

Genesis... nothing but an over priced Hyundai

[@JGisMe2013]

They have not gone all in on EV, they are still producing gas vehicles and have a dedicated performance version in the works that will be gas

[@fl8092]

Genesis has a V8 engine. There is a 2019 G90 5.0 model. It is a naturally aspirated gasoline engine with 420 horsepower. However, the engine is no longer used due to environmental regulations.

[@slimv3.162]

The gv70 digital dash is not kinda like 3D, it is 3D and it looks very cool. Although you can turn the 3D off. My genesis dealer gave me one as a loaner and damn it made me want to buy an suv lol. Thing is great.

[@aawashingtonjr]

I love my Genesis GV70 Sport Prestige. It still looks better than the GLC43 inside and out. And when the refreshed GV70 arrives in the US, it is really going to put Mercedes to shame. Mercedes is just not it anymore.

[@Georgechang-o7f]

Genesis of course better❤

[@Hobo2020]

I'm german. I prever the genesis. Driving my eGV70 is sooo much fun.

[@MRGRANTATL]

i have a GV70 you have to tune it add anti roll bar kit exhaust and change the wheels and tires and you come up with a 500hp x3m killer like mines

[@twfinc6855]

had a couple GLC models when servicing my E53's over the years and I would never buy one. Compared to my E class, they are very squeaky and have lots of rattles, I had a GLC43, and a GLC300 each time, and definitely not the build quality of an E class. I would say Mercedes must be aware of it, and does nothing to correct it in terms of padding or other methods in the factory to get rid of the squeaks and rattles, they just dont care I guess... looked at a GV70, I thought it was nice but doenst have the headroom I need.. was ok just not quite enough.

[@SootyWebster]

Is the build quality issues likely because the MB SUVs are built in the USA, whereas the sedan like the E-Class are built in Europe?

[@roselamozanic4460]

Genesis all day!Mercedes doesnt worth so much money and when I think about reliability....no sir,no germans!

[@v60polestar88]

Are you really giving Hyundia love for reliability. LOL. It's a Hyundia sweetie

[@johnholst]

@@v60polestar88 It is more reliable. Fact. And it's not a Hyundai...sweetie. 🤣

[@v60polestar88]

@@johnholst You don’t know your automakers darling!! It’s made by Hyundai the parent company!!! Just because u slap a Lexus badge on a Toyota doesn’t change the fact it’s a Toyota. Same applies here

[@johnholst]

@@v60polestar88 And the fact that you don't know the difference only proves my point. Keeping showing your ignorance. It's funny!

[@v60polestar88]

@@johnholst Yeah the fact that the parts attached to genesis have Hyundai on them shows your ignorance.

[@johnholst]

So sad how far Benz has fallen with it's more recent products. Insanely unreliable. Poorly put together. Mish mash of quality and crap inside. And oh, grossly overpriced. Go racing? Take the AMG. Live with everyday? Genesis, thanks.

[@darmhok]

Spoken like a broke 430 credit score clown who has never owned a Mercedes.

[@topagent7709]

Genesis GV70 is the one to choose, over $100,000 for 4v mercedes GLC43? must be out of your mind. It doesn't matter how Sam describe, Genesis is the one

[@rickg360]

Over $100,000 for a 4 cylinder Benz??? Most overpriced car manufacturer ever! I take a Macan S over that any day.

[@SamCarLegion]

Cdn

[@charles-davidberube1174]

Remember that 4cyl is handmade by AMG. It’s a true amg engine from the ground up. Imo, it’s okay in a 43 but we might agree that the 63 should at least be a v6 or inline 6 or even better, a v8

[@peterj5751]

Maybe I’m just out of date but I can’t see a 4 cylinder engine in a luxury car. It’s a hot hatch engine in a heavy luxury SUV and that just seems wrong. That alone puts me off.

[@John-j2u9e]

I rented a Mercedes 300 for 10 days. The interior center console complete blows!!! The electronic buttons are horrible, didn’t work most of the time. The seats sucked. It was solid structure a d could be great but overall it was uncomfortable and sucked ass.

[@SamCarLegion]

Interesting

[@intochill]

The sidesteps bit 😂 that feels like the natural you bleeding through. Keep it up. Good spice level.

[@SamCarLegion]

Thanks 🙏

[@SuperFitness12]

GV 70 for me!!

[@holicanoli123]

I like that Genesis lets you have the big engine with a luxury suspension. Why do MB and every other german automaker think if you want power you also want a tooth-chipping ride??!?

[@johnnybenz3198]

Great review love your videos

[@philhenderson3516]

The interior on the Mercedes is grotesque! The Genesis looks simple, artistic and elegant. The exterior is subjective, but you can tell designers spent a lot more time and effort with the GV70 than the GLC. A shame Genesis toned down a few things with the 2025 facelift, and the interior took a turn for the worse...

[@maddcrz]

I can see where the genesis shines….unfortunately id still choose the Mercedes.

[@JohnLee-db9zt]

Why? lol

[@dnc3861]

@@JohnLee-db9zt because it has better performance if you are looking after a performance suv.

[@JohnLee-db9zt]

@@dnc3861 Having owned Mercedes and BMW SUVs, I can confidently say I’d never buy another German SUV. They are unreliable af and expensive to maintain. Once out of warranty, you better be willing to fork over $5k+ every time something goes wrong. And something will go wrong.

[@dnc3861]

@@JohnLee-db9zt yeah but it is not much better at Genesis. For example in CR Reliability Ranking BMW is better and Audi has the same score as Genesis. And I also heard so wild shit about Hyundai 2.5 Trubocharged engine from my buddy, who ownes actually one. Trust me apart from Lexus, all Premium Brands need the same maintenance.

[@JohnLee-db9zt]

@@dnc3861 lol, if you believe in CR report, then go ahead and buy a Mercedes. That contradicts JD Powers. I don’t trust either one. I go based on my own experience and experiences of people I know. And Mercedes and BMWs are crap. Unreliable and expensive to maintain and fix. Nothing but headaches.

[@Stwjjs]

what color is the gv70 exterior?

[@시진핑-k8l]

bring the FL Gv70

[@Louis_974]

Mercedes all day, any day! Easy choice for me!

[@dheeradjlachman9658]

Genesis for me too!!❤

[@mauriciomorales8863]

Great video, Sam. Difficult choices even for a MB guy like me

[@ryans7097]

Mercedes has completely lost its mind with pricing it's vehicles. It's gone all in on people who will just blindly buy a Mercedes because of the name instead of the quality. Comparing the two interiors of these should make Mercedes feel embarrassed.

[@joso2280]

제네시스 디자인은 최고다 👍

[@rappwashington3653]

Great video. I got an idea for you, Sam. How about the MB GLC 43 AMG vs MB GLA 45 AMG? 4 cylinder versus 4 cylinder. All-wheel drive versus All-wheel drive. Let's see which small MB SUV is the quickness. Never done before, your video will be the 1st! You never know it could be a factor for a consumer on which one to buy.

[@SamCarLegion]

Thanks for the idea!

[@EdCruzat]

Side step bit got me. Subscribed.

[@brentbel1348]

Just a quick note, you failed to mention that there is 110 Volt Plug-In in the back of the GLC 43 as well as heated seats

[@djb0646]

I test drove gv70 3.5T a few month ago, it feels very bumpy/hard on any cracks at freeway. Plus the steering is firm; car start/stop very aggressive even on comfort. When you said the suspension is soft, is feels a bit strange, is there any adjustable setting changes it to soft and gentle on your car?

[@SamCarLegion]

Softer than Mercedes

[@JGisMe2013]

You must’ve test drove one that people have really dogged. Its far from a bumpy ride, especially on the freeway

[@stevoxyzstevoxyz5961]

AMG engine from f1 tech = high maintenance = track purpose, not for traffic jam

[@JamesCovalentBond]

No 4cylinders deserve an AMG badge. I would pick gv70 v6 or X3 40i

[@albertomaderajr1990]

Even the performance amgs are 4 cylinders which I found crazy

[@charles-davidberube1174]

Because that 4 cyl is handmade by amg. It’s a full fledged amg engine. Same engine in the cla45. For a 43, it’s all good. But in a 63, v8 is the only option but I would accept a v6 or inline 6

[@beinjar5634]

5:50 everything you mentioned here is optional. This Merc doesn’t have full gadgets

[@ExecuteBrandon]

Way too many reflective surfaces in the view of the driver in MBZ. That is dangerous.

[@SamCarLegion]

Inside?

[@ExecuteBrandon]

@@SamCarLegion yes. Look at the dash. All glossy plastic. For $100+k, it should all be leather and wood, brushed metal, or carbon fiber. Not polycarbonate, ABS, or PES.

[@gkglgygk]

한국에서 gv70을 타고있는 사람입니다. 훌륭한 리뷰에요. 제네시스는 정말 럭셔리한 브랜드입니다.

[@carlpray2573]

😂😂😂 that was thee funniest fake difficulty getting into the Merc ever 😂😂

[@SootyWebster]

I hope they go back to the biturbo v8 for their next glc63s and bring it back to the US

[@balmainattitude]

3:43 Sam is hilarious 💀

[@alengreen589]

I like both, thanks 😀

[@SamCarLegion]

You’re welcome 😊

[@omidyt8260]

I'm a simple man. I see four cylinders turbo and I don't buy it.

[@papaagidi2838]

I’m with you

[@MauriceBln1]

You're really simple if you go by that. 😂

[@youngbrevy]

The problem is, paying so much money for a 4cylinder. I’d understand if it was at minimum a V6 turbo. I get the technology, but traditionally a 4 cylinder would always be under 40K.

[@SamCarLegion]

I won’t disagree

[@pelethirakoun7774]

It’s the name that is tough to over come. Hyundai has done their research and home work. congratulations. Yes, I’m not impressed with MB interior when I press against the dashboard. In reality people will still sign a check for the three pointed star. It doesn’t matter what you drive..but the heart wants what the heart wants and willing the sacrifice.

[@hugdeath929]

Some might consider shorts, ankle socks, a T-shirt and a sleeveless coat a possible identity crisis.. Nice watch by the way. All of that money for the GLC and they reward you with a Geo Metro rear climate console👌. I also don’t at all like the GLC interior selection. They have some much better choices that work for me. That alcantra wheel material will look nasty in a couple years. I’m 1000% on board with the GV70 interior color choices and feel. They CONTINUE to skimp on the door trim. That dark chrome trim oxidizes on all of the Kia and Genesis vehicles that I’ve seen. Hopefully Genesis will include HDA2, wireless CarPlay and a rear view camera in the updated model. It’s past time. Are you sure the GV70 doesn’t allow manual shifting? Those brakes definitely leave a bit to be desired. The GV70 isn’t as dynamically sound at the limits as a GLC43 or an X3M for sure. Since almost nobody tracks their luxury SUVs my pocket wouldn’t open up an additional $30K for the extra money to purchase the MB. The brand doesn’t do anything functional for me so that doesn’t factor into the equation at all. Thanks for the thorough and entertaining video 🤙

[@SonyaKaspar]

Your videos always stand out for their quality and originality. Thank you for your contribution!🎱🌚🎬

[@geothermal7999]

Wow you can shove 2 huge bananas simultaneously into the Genesis’ exhaust. That hole is big! 😂

[@SamCarLegion]

😂

[@albertomaderajr1990]

The quad exhaust are fake in Canada? lol not over here sorry to hear that

[@TheOverpowered1]

x3 m40i should be here

[@SamCarLegion]

The new one isn’t out yet

[@lordcommander3224]

That doesn’t make any sense. We just want to see an x3 m40i here… doesn’t have to be a new one.

[@drivescene6747]

Been replaced by the X3M50i, no more M40i.

[@drivescene6747]

@@lordcommander3224he is testing the latest version of each vehicle

[@TheOverpowered1]

@@drivescene6747 thats 2025 not 2024

[@TheRedRaven_]

No charger in the back and no climate control for 100k? Wtf????????????????

[@moescolla]

80 year old pick that MB interior color 🤣.. I agree

[@beinjar5634]

Mercedes all day ❤

[@IzanaHaile-e5k]

Hold on before u jump into conclusion!! Look at lexus now, the LX500 looks normal. Genesis has put all this luxury in their car in one year and declared them winner. Go drive a Mercedes.. you will see

[@LaszloGaspar-s3x]

Benz the winner here 👍

[@roboticvenom1935]

no its value is way worse, way cramped in the rear with a far worse interior. The "luxury" and features of the rear seats is a joke it's like a mazda.

[@JohnLee-db9zt]

Why? 😂

[@beinjar5634]

Mercedes wins 🎉

[@J_Starr007]

Not at all, it wins in maybe having more power and that's about it, the GV70 DECIMATES in every other aspect. From the look and feel, to driving and reliability, tech and value.

[@jx_jeff]

Why not glc vs x340i

[@SamCarLegion]

Not out yet

[@anthonybugge5220]

Why compare it to an AMG ?

[@whalegh6861]

External looks GV70 wins but Quality and Engine both are great but I believe the GLC is slight better.

[@johnholst]

Sadly, you won't find "quality" on the latest batch of Mercedes products. :(

[@madamosa415]

Good job

[@SamCarLegion]

Thanks

[@MukhtarMuhammad-zx6rt]

Interior Genesis is beautiful exterior Mercedes is better

[@jnegooyen]

0-60 in 4.7 but 1/4 mile in 13 😂. No replacement for displacement.

[@sophaman9193]

For me i don't buy the brand i buy reliability resale value i rather buy lexus than any other brand

[@SamCarLegion]

Good point there…but why not buy Toyota instead? 🤌

[@iamuniqueism]

@@SamCarLegion because lexus is more luxurious and comfortable! Rx owner here

[@Jackson-son]

Your mind is still on 90th models and you have to update your mentality .. Lexus and Toyota not as before.

[@johnholst]

Unfortunately, Lexus has no competitor to these products. I wish they did!

[@stevoxyzstevoxyz5961]

Lexus also lost the plot, their latest ergonomic and infotainment design is not what customers want

[@josephbang3120]

2025년 부터 출시되는.차량은 전부 하이브리드로 나온다고 합니다 또 한 2026년에 생산될 genesis gv90은 새로운 공정인 하이퍼캐스팅 으로 무게를 줄이고 생산성 과 효율성을 늘릴수 있는 공정입니다.

[@olu]

Battle of the base model Beckies that think they are racecar drivers!

[@OmelesIssacarmira]

Those who are saying genesis can't afford a Mercedes

[@jerub1185]

Or, people can have money and still have preferences ?

[@macdds]

Hyundai/Genesis.. simply speaking they don't know how to build a proper, lasting powertrain and suspension system.

[@eldismemushi]

Mercedes 🎉

[@lawrenceh.7616]

Your side step comment. BWAHAHAHAHAHA! So awesome.

[@ababagfx]

No AMG without '63', V8s. Merc team fumbled!

[@NYCQ50]

Is this nikka complaining aboit the gv looks

[@SamCarLegion]

???

[@krst6606]

Genesis facelife look better

[@ronn68]

Can’t stand panoramic roofs.

[@dusuandersonlee]

i will take the GLC 43 AMG and the BMW 3 Series passing at 1:53

[@eugenem2338]

Youre high if you think this color is not nice. I'm 35 about to buy one with only this color interior

[@DenioCavalcanti]

Poor Hyundai... You can't compary with a Mercedes!!

[@tappingjunkie7819]

30k gap is not worth it for me. genesis

[@JGisMe2013]

Give me the GV70! There is nothin sporty lookin about that glc

[@BellaB2B]

Sorry genesis but against mercedes you got no chance

[@67keyakaren68]

GLC wins or save money honda crv sport wins

[@otdk]

Your comments on this channel, you must be a Honda dealer 😂😂

[@67keyakaren68]

@@otdk Save money and crv sportier too! Rdx kills both! No one wants genesis

[@nonturbosupra1993]

I like sam betrer than 2 vehicle

[@darmhok]

This is a joke right? Comping that POS to a Mercedes? 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@hyunjin6234]

GLC

[@amitchell4206]

Is your money and your taste!!! But……. If the 43 is a challenge for the GV70 what the GLC63 would do to the GV70? Destroy it in very detail!!! The Benz cost more cause is way more advanced actually F1 tech!!! But each is own! Now S Korean vs Germans? Is not exactly a smart comparison! The Audi and BMW are the closest rivals of the GLC and the NX,RDX,QX50 are more direct rivals of the Genesis!!!

[@dheeradjlachman9658]

MERRRRYYY CEEDES TOO MUCH TOP EXPENSIVE 👋👋👋

[@AMG_GLC43]

정작 GV70은 달리기를 못함. 시승해보고 결국 벤츠 GLC43 구입함.

[@avalon1005]

Genesis looks so boring no soll no agressive so soft and wanna be luxury...I would take the mercedes definitely

[@alpe6228]

I love how the hyundai got smoked and poeple start talking about reliability lol

[@Playb0ymari]

The gv70 doesn’t share any part with Hyundai

[@roboticvenom1935]

it got smoked because the mercedes costs more with an inferior interior and luxury. What do you mean? There's a massive tradeoff, and it's a 4 cylinder not a v6

[@alpe6228]

@@Playb0ymari the g70 is literally made by hyundai LOL wtf

[@alpe6228]

@@roboticvenom1935 Not the point that I was making.I dont even likes Mercedes but I was just pointing out a fact.

[@johnholst]

@@alpe6228 Sooo dumb! Do a little research.

[@lucassitanggang5154]

Genesis GV 70 vs Mercedes-Benz GLC43 AMG? I choose Mercedes-Benz. Eventhough I Don't Like GLC

[@roboticvenom1935]

why

[@esteemedenergy]

The Hyundai lost

[@FordPickUPRed]

After 100k the Hyundai wins.

[@johnholst]

No Hyundai was racing. :)

[@jacksonndoll5055]

Desperate call

[@SM-1010]

Genesis is such an ugly brand. Take the Benz, got luxury and sport

[@ClariceDominik-i4h]

Leonardo Viaduct

[@saiya25]

Mercedes any time! The Genesis is ugly. But i have to say AMG a this price without back usb and climate control is ridiculous

[@tbirdboy]

Mercedes wins and it wasn't hard.

[@beinjar5634]

😂 simple

[@beinjar5634]

The Mercedes dash looks modern whereas the Genesis dash looks 2016 when the GLC / Mercedes had the screen attached on top of the dash with physical buttons below the screen. The Genesis dash looks outdated when comparing it with the Mercedes dash

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

The interior has been updated on the new 2025 GV70. Have you not watched the video?

[@beinjar5634]

@@jraheemjefcoat429 it won’t be appealing and modern like Mercedes. I know for a fact it will resemble one of the outdated Mercedes dash like from the A Class with wide horizontal screen attached on the dash the same designs you see on the latest BMWs and that design was already on A Class Mercedes models

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

@beinjar5634 I don't know how MB infotainment and dash is appealing when 80% of auto journalists despise it. They went Tesla route, having everything built on the screen. Even Sam said it's not very intuitive user ability wise.

[@theniceones1613]

*GV70's are nice to look at but are PLAGUED with issues. I joined a GV70 forum and the problems are monumental with these Korean trucks. I would say to stay far away from them out of warranty*

[@SamCarLegion]

Really?

[@theniceones1613]

@SamCarLegion Electrical issues, powertrian problems, rear differential problems. Low quality interior speakers (lexicon). Plastic interior peices. Etc etc.

[@christianbryant5617]

I wouldn’t think they were issue prone because they’re just a simple minded Hyundai at the end of the day..

[@theniceones1613]

@@christianbryant5617 It's a twin turbo Korean engine.

[@roboticvenom1935]

it's not a truck, are you dumb

[@v60polestar88]

Hyundia vs MB it's pretty obvious why the MB cost more. It's a Hyundia regardless of the fancy dress

[@johnholst]

So dumb! In fact, it's not.

[@v60polestar88]

@@johnholst clueless!!! I love how people think these premium brands are on the same level with luxury brands. There is a reason why the driving experience was so much better in the MB. U wanna believe your not driving a premium Hyundai ok than

[@johnholst]

@@v60polestar88 The Matrix has you! Lol.

[@JohnLee-db9zt]

@@v60polestar88Uh, no Hyundai has the turbo charged V6, RWD platform, or the design of the Genesis, unlike most Toyota/Lexus, Honda/Acura, and Nissan/Infinti. You are the one who is totally clueless. And Genesis is more reliable and offers many more features for far less. All the German luxury brands have been cutting costs and losing reliability. Brand snobs like you buy these overpriced unreliable cars and live out of low rent apartments.

[@JohnLee-db9zt]

@@johnholstHe’s afraid of the red pill. 😂

[@christianbryant5617]

Knockoff luxury from S Korea vs heritage real luxury from Germany..

[@JohnLee-db9zt]

Who did Genesis knock off? No SUV looks like it. MB looks so bland. I’ve owned MB, BMW, and Audi, all unreliable overpriced crap. You are one brainwashed brand snob.

[@rigorousrangel6394]

Why? Are you really asking why the GLC is more expensive? The GV70 is basically a Kia/Hyundai. The GLC it's just the GLC, there's no shared platforms, parts other than with other Mercedes.

[@MAS90525]

@@rigorousrangel6394 Genesis doesn't share platforms with Hyundai.

[@J_Starr007]

Genesis DUHHH! The GV70 shits on the German Holy Trinity, especially that hideous ass 2025 X3. It's crazy you can get everything the Merc, BMW, and Audi has plus more without having to option everything for alot less money, how can you beat that?! To say the Genesis looks like a bunch of modern designs combined together is false and disrespectful. The Genesis looks like NOTHING else out there outside of having derivative design cues from Bentley because it's designed by engineers that engineered Audi, Bentley, and Lamborghini...Ooh and BMW M engineers.