Shopping for a car can sometimes be a tough choice when you’re looking for luxury and affordability. If you’re looking for a midsize sedan packed with features similar to a full-size sedan, the Lexus ES or the Genesis G80 may be worth taking a look at.
The Lexus ES and Genesis G80 are so good that they both made Kelley Blue Book’s top three for Best Luxury Midsize cars. So, at first glance, when you see how much each has to offer, you may wonder which is best for you and your family.
Let’s take a closer look at the 2025 Lexus ES and the 2025 Genesis G80.
2025 Lexus ES
The Lexus ES delivers a lot of what luxury sedan buyers are looking for, balancing comfort, a smooth, easy-going driving feel, and sensible pricing. It’s easy to see why the ES continues to be a top seller for Lexus thanks to its roomy interior and smooth, unhurried driving feel. When you consider the brand’s reputation for strong build quality and long-term reliability, the ES becomes an appealing option for drivers who value peace of mind as much as refinement.
The consistency alone helps explain why Lexus owners stick with the brand, building the kind of loyalty that’s hard to match.
Lexus ES Highlights
Interior: The Lexus ES is clearly designed with comfort as the priority. Its suspension and overall setup are tuned to smooth out rough, uneven pavement, making inconveniences to your ride, like potholes and uneven roads, less noticeable during daily driving. The steering feels light, and the ES is easy to manage in traffic or on longer highway trips. Combined with a quiet cabin, the ES creates a relaxed driving space that doesn’t demand much from you.
Hybrid Efficiency Option: If you’re focused on fuel saving, the ES 300h hybrid offers an appealing balance of efficiency and refinement. With a combined fuel economy rating of up to 44 mpg, you can cut back on fuel stops without changing how the car feels day to day. Lexus’s long track record of hybrid technology also offers reassurance if you want efficiency without worrying about reliability or longevity.
Long-Term Value and Reliability: The ES has built a reputation as a luxury sedan that makes financial sense over the long term. Its reasonable starting price helps reduce depreciation, and Lexus is widely known for dependable engineering. If you’re planning to keep your vehicle for several years, the ES offers a sense of stability and predictability that remains one of its biggest strengths.
Check this week’s Fair Purchase Price or see the Lexus ES models near you.
2025 Genesis G80
The Genesis G80 continues to make a strong case for itself in the midsize luxury sedan space, especially when you consider what it offers for the price. It comes well equipped right out of the gate by pairing modern tech with a comfortable, upscale feel that doesn’t try too hard.
Even though Genesis hasn’t been in the luxury game as long as some of its competitors, it’s clear the brand has found its footing, and the G80 reflects that progress. All things considered, it’s an impressive sedan that checks all of the right boxes.
Genesis G80 Highlights
Interior: The Genesis G80 leans into a modern luxury aesthetic, with materials that look and feel premium throughout the cabin. The interior features stitched leather seating, leather-wrapped touch points, and real wood trim accents across the dashboard and door panels. Metallic finishes around controls and air vents add contrast without making everything feel overdone. Together, those elements give the cabin a polished, upscale feel that visually sets the G80 apart.
Class-Leading Warranty: There are many reasons Genesis luxury vehicles are easy to recommend, but perhaps the top reason is its class-leading warranty coverage. The 5-year/60,000-mile basic warranty and 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty that come with the Genesis G80 can’t be matched by any rivals, including the Lexus ES.
Impressive Tech: The G80’s technology is designed to make daily driving feel easy and never overwhelming. Genesis Connected Services let you use a smartphone app to remotely start the car, adjust the cabin temperature, and lock or unlock the door before you ever get inside. On the infotainment front, its 27-inch OLED display spanning the dash is one of our favorites in this competitive class.
Check this week’s Fair Purchase Price or see the Genesis G80 models near you.
Similarities
Both the Lexus ES and Genesis G80 are clearly aimed at buyers who value comfort, quiet cabins, and an easy driving experience. Each sedan offers advanced driver assistance features and upscale interiors designed to reduce fatigue during everyday driving. Rather than chasing sporty performance, both models prioritize smoothness and refinement, along with features that make long-term ownership more enjoyable.
Pricing
New 2025 Lexus ES Prices
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Retail Price
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Fair Purchase Price (92620)
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$43,190 |
$40,300 |
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$43,190 |
$41,600 |
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$44,590 |
$42,200 |
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$47,775 |
$44,600 |
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$47,775 |
$45,500 |
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$48,360 |
$45,200 |
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$48,360 |
$45,600 |
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$48,975 |
$45,700 |
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$49,650 |
$46,300 |
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$49,760 |
$47,300 |
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$50,885 |
$49,000 |
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$52,080 |
$49,000 |
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$52,080 |
$49,100 |
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$53,480 |
$50,700 |
New 2025 Genesis G80 Prices
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Retail Price
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Fair Purchase Price (92620)
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$58,595 |
TBD |
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$63,395 |
TBD |
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$69,845 |
TBD |
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$71,095 |
TBD |
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$78,495 |
TBD |
The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for New 2025 Lexus ES vehicles and New 2025 Genesis G80 vehicles in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly. The manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) quoted includes the destination fee, but does not include tax, license, document fees, and options.
Specifications
| 2025 Lexus ES | 2025 Genesis G80 | |
| Popular Powertrains | ||
| Engine | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder | 2.5-liter turbo 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower | 203 hp @ 6,500 rpm | 300 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm | 311 lb-ft @ 1,650 rpm |
| Transmission | automatic, 8-speed w/direct shift | automatic, 8-speed |
| Fuel Economy | 25 city/34 highway/28 combined mpg | 20 city/29 highway/24 combined mpg |
| Specs | ||
| Basic Warranty | 4 years/50,000 miles | 5 years/60,000 miles |
| Powertrain Warranty | 6 years/70,000 miles | 10 years/100,000 miles |
| NHTSA Overall Safety | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| Max Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 113 inches | 118.5 inches |
| Overall Length | 195.9 inches | 196.7 inches |
| Width | 73.4 inches | N/A |
| Height | 57.1 inches | 57.7 inches |
| Turning Diameter | 38.0 feet | 38.1 feet |
| Headroom, Front | 37.5 inches | 39.0 inches |
| Headroom, 2nd Row | 37.8 inches | 37.8 inches |
| Legroom, Front | 42.4 inches | 42.2 inches |
| Legroom, 2nd Row | 39.2 inches | 38.7 inches |
| Shoulder Room, Front | 55.9 inches | 58.3 inches |
| Shoulder Room, 2nd Row | 54.3 inches | 57.1 inches |
| Cargo capacity | 13.9 cubic feet | 13.1 cubic feet |
Specification table reflects the typical configuration of vehicles shown.
Conclusion
If you want a comfortable, dependable sedan for commuting, road trips, or long-term ownership, the Lexus checks those boxes with its smooth ride, strong reputation, and reliability. If you’re looking for a more upscale, feature-rich sedan, the Genesis G80 may be the better fit, offering premium interior materials, standard comfort features, and advanced technology that make every drive feel a little more special. The Lexus is more value-oriented with a lower starting price, better fuel economy from the hybrid option, and better resale value. Meanwhile, the Genesis makes a strong statement with its bold design and cutting-edge tech.
