Genesis G80 vs Lexus GS300
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2019 Lexus GS300
Overview
| Spec | Genesis G802.5T | Lexus GS300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 2.5T | 300 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2019 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Genesis G802.5T | Lexus GS300300 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $59,450 | $46,860 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $17,798 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $67,014 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $83,099 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 18 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Genesis G802.5T | Lexus GS300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 20 MPG | 22 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG | 32 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 17.2 gal | 17.4 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Genesis G802.5T | Lexus GS300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp (best) | 241 hp |
| Torque | 311 lb-ft (best) | 258 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.5 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Genesis G802.5T | Lexus GS300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.1 cu ft | 14.3 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | — | 1,155 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,431 lbs | 3,805 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.5 in (best) | 5.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 118.5 in (best) | 112.2 in |
| Length | 197 in (best) | 192.1 in |
| Width | 75.8 in (best) | 72.4 in |
| Height | 57.7 in (best) | 57.3 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Genesis G802.5T | Lexus GS300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 (best) | 2 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Genesis G80 | Lexus GS300 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2.5T $59,450 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 300 $46,860 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 2.5T Advanced $64,550 MSRP | 300 F SPORT $51,450 MSRP |
| 3 | 2.5T Sport Prestige $70,450 MSRP | — |
| 4 | 3.5T Sport Prestige $79,150 MSRP | — |
| 5 | 3.5T Prestige Black $80,150 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
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New2025 Genesis G80
2.5T
Vik Black•Gray8 mi$59,900Clay Cooley Genesis of Mesquite
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New2026 Genesis G80
2.5T
Capri Blue•New CamelN/A$64,185Genesis of Annapolis
Annapolis, MD
Used2019 Genesis G80
3.3T Sport
Black•Gray59,885 mi$24,990Eastern Shore Used Car Center
Daphne, AL
New2026 Genesis G80
2.5T Sport Prestige
Makalu Gray•Vanilla Beige/Ash Gray62 mi$73,089Genesis of Cherry Hill
Marlton, NJ
New2027 Genesis G80
3.5T Prestige Black
Vik Black•Obsidian Black15 mi$83,099Genesis of Cherry Hill
Marlton, NJ
New2026 Genesis G80
2.5T Advanced
Makalu Gray•Obsidian BlackN/A$67,144Genesis of Cherry Hill
Marlton, NJ
Genesis G80 vs Lexus GS300 FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 Genesis G80 or 2019 Lexus GS300?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Genesis G80 vs 2019 Lexus GS300 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2027 Genesis G80 or 2019 Lexus GS300?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2019 Lexus GS300 starts lower at $46,860. Live Genesis G80 listings start at $17,798.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Genesis G80 or 2019 Lexus GS300?
- The 2019 Lexus GS300 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (46,860).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Genesis G80 or 2019 Lexus GS300?
- The 2019 Lexus GS300 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 Genesis G80 or 2019 Lexus GS300?
- The 2027 Genesis G80 leads on horsepower in this comparison (375).