THIS or a base Benz/BMW?? NEW 2025 Genesis GV80 Review

[@Demetri192]

The wood in the center console is recycled newspaper, so all those colors are pieces of colorful text from old newspapers :)

[@morstyrannis1951]

That’s exactly what it looks like.

[@fredericoespinoza]

It looks fkn garbage. At 95k i would not be happy

[@kfx3907]

@@fredericoespinoza Still looks luxurious than most of its rivals.

[@NoctusWRX]

@@fredericoespinozabut if rolls Royce did it you’d be slobbering all over it saying it’s art

[@finnojk]

I think it's pretty cool

[@elyj.8612]

Great review!, I own a 2025 GV80 and I love it! just a comment about the inside wood trim you showed, I learned about how is made when I was researching the car, and it is a recycle fine furniture wood compressed with recycled newspapers to create that pattern. That's not only very cool, but also environmentally friendly, so I'm all for it. There is another brown mate wood one (the normal and boring one), and a third one is from the same recycle wood with basalt stone that’s been melted, processed into a yarn, and woven into a crosshatch pattern. Bottom like, very cool and worthy of the price of the vehicle specially for the innovation of it. Thank you!!

[@ayushmalpeddi2793]

Like another comment mentioned, if Rolls Royce or Bentley did that people would be spending 10s of thousands and calling it "art" lol

[@morstyrannis1951]

The best part of your channel is the relationship between Yuri and Jakob. It always looks like you’re having fun and hanging out with your best friend. If that ever starts to change take a break and regroup. Because it’s what makes your videos so charming - for lack of a better word - and different than other channels. Your relationship is genuine, not something scripted for the video.

[@ThePenguinface]

My fav part of your reviews is the fact that you guys review cars in a very real way - no car journalist bs, no brand preferential treatment, and you get a really good idea of what it is actually like to own and drive these cars. I think one way you guys could stand out even further is to partner up with a mechanic and have a reliability section - I know for the cutting edge stuff that’s hard, but it would be a great value add for buyers to get a good idea of any common issues, etc. Anyways keep it up guys, you are blowing the others out the water with your cinematography and general quality, and your personalities are just so great. My fav car review channel by far!

[@channel_dis]

My favorite part is: Unlike many reviewers, you two keep us entertained all through your video without trying hard to be funny or anything. Also your shots of cars in motion has a unique beauty!

[@tocreatee3585]

they ALWAYS make "Nice " Hyundai reviews. wink wink. 😜😜😜

[@JMJR07]

My favourite part of your reviews is how much fun you too have. Your videos show best friends hanging out and shooting the shit about cars, which I loved doing with my friends back in college.

[@TheStraightPipes]

Awww that’s what we’re aiming for! We’re each others highschool car buddy

[@JasonOBrienThinksHeCan]

Same here. The way you poke fun at silly manufacturer decisions, get giddy about performance/coolness, and deliver a very informative car review.

[@JeffKing310]

Spot on.

[@tocreatee3585]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@patb5266]

Another "...my favorite part..." post , utter bs bot accounts.

[@frfsdcd]

My favorite part is that you guys make the video fun and light hearted combined with high production quality as well, unpretentious

[@DJPixcell]

I'll never own one because I can't afford it... But I'm sooooo sad they discontinued the deep royal green. They looked sooooo classy in that bently-esque green.

[@Honda_sev]

My favorite part of your reviews and the reason I watch every one is the banter. Just a couple of guys reviewing cars. It's the best.

[@J_Starr007]

Genesis is fuckin KILLING IT! Hyundai-Genesis/Kia as a whole are doing amazing work. The fact that Genesis is still a toddler, they came in on a mission and have been grinding gracefully all the way to the TOP. To being a serious competitor for not only the Holy German Trinity but everyone from Acura all the way to Volvo. Genesis has officially replaced Infiniti as my #1 car brand. Sidenote: I'm Jacob & I'm Yuri is iconic!!! Outside of that, you guys are really into what you do and not just doing it for 💰.. You're so genuine and unbiased consistently... Love the intentional and unintentional humor too. Keep up the great work!!

[@poppa_da_corn]

To be honest...your intro's my favourite part 😅 Intros matter and alot of channels don't get that part. It's what "hooks" the viewer..or sends him away. Plus, you guys are genuine, funny and just plain good ol'Canadians!

[@dammyo6010]

Honestly, the fact that it's a Genesis would make me want to buy it more than BMW or mercedes. In one of those brands, you will see yourself coming and going a million times a day. The Genesis does everything those does with maybe a slightly lesser drive train, but I think it looks miles better then the equivalent BMW and it isn't quite as boring as the Mercedes. The Mercedes get spicy when you go up into the AMG trims, but at that point, you're spending crazy money. This gets you really good luxury, and quasi Bentley looks for relative bargain. This would absolutely be my choice if I was shopping in this range.

[@fffwe3876]

both BMW and mercedes hit new low. they are on down hill for 20 years. not yet level of Hyundai low. but pretty low.

[@alifarsani2469]

better THAN, not thEN!

[@Quince828]

The best part is the chemistry and banter between the two of you, and how you’re not afraid to make fun of some of the stuff manufacturers put into the cars. That and Jacub is such a DILF.

[@kylev.1163]

I am a Hyundai/Genesis fanboy. I own a GV70, and I absolutely love it. However, Genesis' downfall continues to the dealership experience. I bought mine from a Michigan dealer and have had the car serviced at several dealers. I consistently ran into issues with loaners neve being available, and software updates never being able to be performed. They charge you $100 just to update the firmware of the infotainment, which is absolutely insane to think about. My military assignment recently took me to Germany, I had my car shipped, too. When it arrived, the engine light was on because the turbo had failed. I had to jump through so many hoops to make it happen, but I was able to get the turbo replaced for free by a German dealer. The biggest Hassel with this, however, was the fact that Germany only has 5 active Genesis exclusive dealerships. Genesis would not allow the car to be repaired under warranty at a Hyundai dealer. The soonest appointment I could get was a month out. I was able to get the car fixed under warranty, thank God, but still a wild inconvenience to deal with, especially with my car being as new as it is. Genesis of Europe definately still has some work to do in order to better establish a footprint too, it's only been in Europe for nearly 3 years, and is trying to compete with BMW and Mercedes who dominate the region. Trying to get Germans to abandon their brand for a Korean competitor is similar to what Toyota struggled with when they came to America.

[@PisithChung]

Thank you for the insight, I am also holding off from buying a genesis due to maintenance concern as compared to Lexus, they are more widely available at least in my country. However, I did not expect Genesis to be that difficult to maintenance so this is eye opening.

[@khc949]

​@@PisithChungwhich country?

[@jot5445]

@@khc949 hongkong

[@evilydal]

If only ur military assignment would have been Korea thats the best to have a genesis maintenance

[@TheUnreadableUser]

Honestly, with how well Genesis is executing their cars, buying a used one for cheap is a really good idea. If you need a 3 row to luxury SUV, an old GV80 is starting to make more and more sense, and if you need a sedan, wait for the new G80 to get an older one.

[@itsreallyjakub]

I actually looked at used prices after reviewing this lol

[@DeeTofa]

My mom bought a 2021 G80 a few months ago. People keep thinking it's an $80k car because of the comfort and overall quality. Lol, it was only 45k dollars and still has 70k miles worth of warranty.

[@tocreatee5736]

paint of Hyundai & KIA cars are falling off from body. i think class action lawsuit will start very soon. I would wait for the lawsuit.

[@TheUnreadableUser]

@@tocreatee5736 1. It's only the white paint 2. Honda and Toyota are also having the same issues

[@Akdk3eif-t2b]

But 3 row of the GV80 is not a good choice because it has no head room😢😢

[@ragulkhumar1848]

I like how your review of the car is relatable and I feel like you talk about stuff that you will notice everyday when you drive a car and its just the impression of two buddies having fun checking out a new car.

[@joshy_squashyy]

My favorite thing about your channel is that it feels like I’m just going on a ride with the homies 😄 It’s like you guys are just having a conversation between friends & it’s so much more fun than feeling all corporaty & stiff. Love your vids!

[@benthompson4616]

Hello from Australia. The reason I like your reviews is that you cover the stuff I care about, wheels, exhausted sound, horse powers and torques. I suggest adding an sound system review.

[@intochill]

My favourite is when you always check the sound levels in decibels for each vehicle. Love your show!😊

[@neongrey784]

Also, my favorite part of your reviews are the shots like these 13:49. They always got me drooling no matter the vehicle

[@nico77212]

What i love about you two are just a bunch of college bros doing a car review, its in depth but also chill. If you dont like something you say it and it is what it is. Keep it up!

[@TheStraightPipes]

Ya except we’re 40

[@nico77212]

@@TheStraightPipes that's just turning 20, twice.

[@venkatsrkyt]

My favorite thing about your reviews is the vibe, synergy and nexus between the duo. Also your take and the fun you guys have with cars.

[@larryking4208]

You bring to us the feel of the actual car experience with your nitpicking and wish we had this or that in the car. How you quickly compare certain car aspect to other brands in the market. Fascinating to watch.

[@Nicholastrainbecka]

Personally, the videography of your videos are superb. There are commercial-level production value shots from all different angles and it's wonderful.

[@janithforex4075]

You guys are a perfect match (:. I like your videos because you guys look so relaxed. Talk free. Not stressed looking. Easy to watch

[@TheStraightPipes]

Appreciate that

[@SharpTurnStudios]

The general structure of the videos is what keeps me coming back. You two are great together, but in general, it is the consistency of what you put out from a content perspective. You guys cover all the bases and still keep it feeling fresh and relatively unscripted - Looks, Comparison to competition, performance, cliche corner as a whole, "listen to it from the outside/HP and Tqqqq/Let's get to the price" all add sitcom-style familiarity to review installments to a point that I find myself watching every one despite having zero interest in purchasing the car. Keep it up! Been a follower for a while. About to lease an Ioniq 5 via truecar after binging your reviews as well.

[@jasonmcconnell5412]

What is nice about your reviews is that they are fun and relaxing at the same time and it has only gotten better over the years!!!!! Thank you both!!

[@TheStraightPipes]

Wow, thanks!

[@IKhanNot]

My favorite things about these videos are the structure and the banter back and forth.

[@derrickstacy1436]

What I enjoy most: first the high production value and the main focus is still all about the car. Second both your personality are very exciting and gets me excited about the cars. Fun and entertaining to watch!

[@PoltergeistFGM41]

My favorite thing about you guys is you give honest answers. And you guys always look good on camera love that shirt Jacob

[@305_zb6]

My favorite things about this channel is the honesty and not just any honesty it’s the honesty about if the cars you guys review are worth it for the price based on its class and price point, down to the ride, interior and exterior quality and features/functions. You guys don’t lie to kiss the manufacturers ass you guys are legit car reviewers get straight to the point and no bullshit.

[@hugdeath929]

What I like the most about the channel is the amount of vehicles you get to test and the fact that you get invites to track events.

[@kyleelliott512]

I love the friendship and you two both seem down to earth guys that would be fit right into my friend group. I enjoy how you guys each notice and care about different things of the cars and have different opinions of certain things.I also like how laid back you two are, the joking with each other and the reviews and videos seem 100% honest and not prewritten or scripted.

[@TheStraightPipes]

Ya we don’t write anything hahs

[@chasethecarguy]

At least the BMW has the B58 inline 6 standard which IMO makes it worth it over every other competitor.

[@johns9969]

The price! With some basic options, it Sky rockets.

[@kfx3907]

It's a great looking car. Much better looking than the rivals.

[@topgunn90]

I watch you guys over other reviews because of your thoroughness and you both give different perspectives. And it seems like you’re having fun in the car. Which is why I’d buy a car.

[@colincharles9034]

Thing I like about your reviews is the horsepower and torque launches at the start. Never leaves me hanging wondering right off the bat, give me the goods 👍🏻

[@HoosierAlaskan]

Same

[@HYPEREX]

My favorite part about your car reviews are you two are entertaining and look/review cars from a buyers perspective. It’s not focusing on performance you all focus on livability. I appreciate that as a buyer and enthusiast!

[@mohamad_w_abdallah]

Fav part about channel, your reviews feel more real world Than just numbers and specs, like you bring things people end up finding out about after owning the car (like for example when presets are not allowed to he saved while driving)

[@christopherprose3881]

Okay guys, I've said it before, but the best part of your videos is your friendship and the way you interact with each other. You cover all the basics when it comes to your car reviews and you are consistent with your content, but it wouldn't matter if you two were not so likable. You don't often agree or see things the same way, but I think that is both authentic and genuine. Consumers need to know what is good and BAD about cars, and you have to stay committed to telling it like it is without compromise. Stay true to yourselves, your mission and your obligations to inform the general public about the products you profile and hopefully you'll get to 2 million subs soon.

[@Alex814Bae]

My favorite part of the reviews is the honesty, fun, and slow motion portions when you guys goof off

[@hurtadoaviles]

The thing I like the most of your car reviews is you guys. You guys are the best.

[@bradxboujee7746]

Definitely THIS. Genesis all the way! 😍😍

[@ruxsreviews1113]

Visor and pleasant blocker reviews. Seriously going through the tech menus are real helpful

[@mavfan1]

I got a black plates in Texas on a GV70 with a black frame to hide the white outline of the plate and it looks pretty good considering.

[@DannerBanks]

That "Delight" section of this video had me dying. Yuri, you are a comedic genius

[@Pawan2013]

I watch your reviews for the interior and tech, the infotainment, seats, storage, self driving tech

[@cameronkennedy5056]

lol used to have a blackberry with the scroll wheel. Just showed my age and I really hope they have doctor evil as the Spokes person, that would be perfect! 👍🏽 also favorite part of the reviews is y’all’s chemistry and friendship. I have friends like you two so it feels real genuine. Y’all keep it up! Much love from Texas boys.

[@etaesu83]

My favorite part of this channel is when you guys show us the quirks and features and make sure a car has rewindable and fast forward XM/Sirius radio

[@jeffunternaehrer8429]

If you guys start reminding people to hit the thumbs up I bet it works great. I almost never remember to, but liked this as soon as you said it. You guys are NOT money-grabbers, and I don't think it would look bad to remind us. Keep up the good work! 😊

[@joeanunez]

My favorite thing is your sense of humor. You guys have fun and make me laugh, make yourselves laugh, make each other laugh, make everyone laugh! 😆

[@PaulHo]

The Straight Pipes is kind of like the show Supernatural, there's a good new flavor of the week but a super strong template to fall back on. We need to know the Visor Test™ results just like we waited to see if the bad guys die or not. The two of you cover a wider physical and perspective spectrum too, seeing how both of you interface with the ergonomics and driving dynamics gives a pretty good idea for practical and enthusiast POVs. How someone like me would fit in between Yuri and Jakub's height is a great demonstration too. The Car Play and Android Auto showdown before was great too, same with the courtroom comparisons.

[@AC-io8qs]

Interior noise? Ride quality? Comparison to similarly priced vehicles?

[@Cartowdolly]

We have 7500 miles on our 25 GV80. We love it. Super quiet and luxurious ride. Very powerful, silky smooth acceleration. Only issue has been a dead battery on two occasions. Very perplexing. Otherwise, it’s the best car we’ve ever owned.

[@dangriffin607]

Like the launch at the start and the REAL disagreements (without being disagreeable)! Thanks.

[@jaysonvargas1126]

I really like that you are straight to the point and very natural. I don’t like reviewers with overly complicated scripted dialogue or cringe inducing intros. Or documentary style cinematography. You are not trying to copy Top Gear, which is refreshing to me.

[@AdamPZahn]

Absolutely love that you used that "song" for the intro. Thought it was an interesting song when I heard it in the intro and then burst out laughing to the callback later on!! 😂😂

[@boomanimation8764]

I like that you drive a varity of cars that people can afford. Being down to earth with what cars are used for and honest with who would get that car.

[@grv7070]

I love the in depth on car interiors!!!

[@oxouk]

The wheels look like a modern day version of the classic Torque Thrust wheel. When talking about the third row climate, it would have been funny if Jacob kept saying "Or a dog" several more times just to fuck with Yuri.

[@itsreallyjakub]

Or a dog

[@moogle68]

@@itsreallyjakub Kind of like how when you solo reviewed the newest Lexus IS500 and just could _not_ stop mentioning that you used to have an ISF, except hopefully now you know that the "repetitive/persistent gag" stops being funny after the 5th time in less than 4 minutes.

[@Athithan_2000]

6:54 Your Canadian🇨🇦I can see vehicle models that are specific to Canadian Motor Regulations!

[@xaviermcquiston1604]

The best part of the channel is the fact that you are normal guys. You know enough to talk numbers but also realize that the vast majority of us don't care about a 5% difference in steering weight. You balance each other well with each part of the cars you focus on. You all have great energy!

[@mahadsaeed9427]

This car has amazing road presence!

[@Freeloves_Whipps]

I appreciate when you guys have opposing views and give in depth commentary on these differences. ❤

[@bennyt83]

My favourite parts are how you rev the cars so we can hear the exhaust and really test them, plus tell us the power figures.

[@angeliquesummers6460]

U guys R hilarious together…thank you for jumping to the details in a FUN way!

[@Cal94]

what I appreciates bout ya, was ur box tests. wish that'd make a comeback :P

[@TheStraightPipes]

We don’t meet up at a Central location at someone’s house anymore so it would be so hard to bring all the boxes every single time for a review :-(

[@Cal94]

@@TheStraightPipes aww, ya burst my bubble. i was picturing a world where yall had too many people wanting their names on the boxes x)

[@arcticthundergamer113]

the Humor and the real joy you show when your reviewing a badass car like the LAMBO in Cali

[@tahaqazi5595]

Honestly, my favorite thing is the bickering. Not only because it's funny but because you both having different and obvious opinions, helps me get an actual barometer on what the car is like and what I would feel about it. It's like you have two solid points of reference to triangulate from. But also its entertaining to see you disagree.

[@rockhardrider]

Dr. Evil propped up in the cup holder! Too funny 😂 lmao

[@mauryasood4466]

It does allow you to save your preset while driving. You press set and then you press 1 or 2 to save the preset. All HYUNDAI, KIA, GENESIS have that.

[@TheStraightPipes]

Naw. It says not available while driving haha

[@marcossotelo2564]

i like how you make feels like you are two friends driving a new car, but giving us a lot of knowledge

[@kwcoolrocker]

Your car reviews are mad chill and i watch to get the sense of what to realistically expect from the car. If its amazing its amazing if its ass its ass, no more no less

[@maksimignatenko862]

My favorite thing is that you guys keep it natural, other channels I came across and not subscribed are overly hyping things, screaming at the camera, try to hard I’d say. Also about gloss black things, oh hey it lacks gloss black, ignoring the fact of gigantic screen covered with finger prints right in the middle lol

[@Nalla328]

You review attainable cars that are relevant to most people and you highlight features that someone looking for an everyday car would care about.

[@bigbunnyboi]

Great to see you guys in new ward robe. Fits the theme of the car and channel!

[@miketong4969]

My favorite part is the tension between you guys. Like at any point one of you guys might fight the other.... just waiting for that video to drop!

[@TheStraightPipes]

Boxing video at 2m subs

[@miketong4969]

@@TheStraightPipes yes, but isn't "boxing" in Canada just exchanging presents?

[@hellofilip]

had a blackberry in middle school to freshman year of high school and man it was just the coolest thing ever

[@joeljeffrey9139]

I'm 35 and completely understood that Dr. Evil joke 😂

[@jmakdaddy7557]

27 here and I'm still laughing 😂

[@DavidMorrisgplus]

You two just have good chemistry and don't try too hard to use your radio voice. Also love the intros, ...and we're goin' for a drive!

[@davidcarroll8735]

Best thing? Top 3: Banter, honesty in what you like and don’t, if Jacob fits in a seat, so will I.

[@joses4593]

My favorite part is the box test … oh wait 😅 My favorite part is how you guys do cars that us plebs might actually buy, and your humor is more organic and less forced, unlike the channel that rhymes with Rotten Mouse. And your dynamic is great, instead of just listening to one person with all their “quirks and features” (THIS!). I also enjoy Raiti’s Rides too.

[@christianboyd4635]

That mood song is like an 80’s sitcom like Too Close For Comfort 😂

[@josephscimeca7433]

proud owner of a gv80 prestige. its a masterpiece imo for the price and value.

[@kyleelliott512]

Great looking car, that Magma one is sicccck

[@somerandomfella]

First thing that came to mind. Hot liquid magma. Muahahahaha What I like about TSP? You guys are genuine, down to earth and are funny without trying too hard.

[@wafflesnfalafel1]

awesome vid guys - thank you

[@aeromotive2]

i like the natural reactions and interactions

[@TheTyisawesome]

Those wheels are awesome I agree! Would look so awesome slammed

[@TommyTropical]

Austin Powers.....born in 93

[@BaselSabbagh]

You blew my mind with the Mike Myers fact at the end!

[@sangh1120]

I love how you used the genesis music for intro!

[@mamiandrianina]

For the question of my favouritw part : the "with/without launch control" followed by your face reaction :D (especially your no-reaction on slow car launch, waiting for a momentum that never comes)

[@angeliquesummers6460]

I test drove the new GV80 3.5 and the Coupe as we were going to upgrade our 2021 but I’m not loving the height of the new screen nor the cheap looking buttons on the steering wheel. Soooo I’ll wait another year before possibly upgrading…I also hope they improve the massaging seat and add a massage seat to the passenger side in the Prestige…the Coupe does have massage seats in both front seats.

[@user-JAL24]

3:32 to 3:37 the straightpipes you guys are the best I request for you guys do the review. Can you guys please do the Kia carnival hybrid and I want to see the horsepower and torque for the turbo hybrid. And I went to see if you get 8 seater how many cargo room number.

[@teresamarieconcheetafarfie2059]

Jamws Franco and partner love the review.........Watching because thinking about upgrade from 2015 Cherokee Trailhawk

[@robervin9107]

Jake looks magnificent in all the cars very ceo FBI agent vibes super chill relaxed.

[@dagma3437]

Test drove 2025 GV80 yesterday and was super impressed. Going to test drive Q7 55 Prestige model next week. Any thoughts on these two models are much appreciated.

[@johns9969]

Price difference... We looked at Audi for a city sedan, went for G70 instead, was $10k less than the S3, which sounded like a lawn mower. Looked at the BMW X5, surprised at the price.

[@senacha]

Favorite part of your car reviews: Launch control, and HORSEPOWER AND TORQUE!

[@christianboyd4635]

$60K US for a brand new car with this tech? That’s a good deal. I wouldn’t call this rich tho, I think $100K for a new car and above is rich style.