Compare the2024 Genesis GV80VS 2024 Infiniti QX50

Safety
Warranty
Reliability
Engine
Fuel Economy and Range
Brakes and Stopping
Tires and Wheels
Suspension and Handling
Passenger Space
Cargo Capacity
Towing
Servicing Ease
Ergonomics
Recommendations

Safety

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Both the GV80 and QX50 have child safety locks to prevent children from opening the rear doors. The GV80 has power child safety locks, allowing the driver to activate and deactivate them from the driver's seat and to know when they're engaged. The QX50’s child locks have to be individually engaged at each rear door with a manual switch. The driver can’t know the status of the locks without opening the doors and checking them.

The GV80 has a standard front seat center airbag, which deploys between the driver and front passenger, protecting them from injuries caused by striking each other in serious side impacts. The QX50 doesn’t offer front seat center airbags.

To provide maximum traction and stability on all roads, All-Wheel Drive is standard on the GV80. But it costs extra on the QX50.

When descending a steep, off-road slope, the GV80’s standard Downhill Brake Control allows you to creep down safely. The QX50 doesn’t offer Downhill Brake Control.

Both the GV80 and QX50 have rear cross-traffic warning, but the GV80 has Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (automatically applies the brakes) to better prevent a collision when backing near traffic. The QX50’s Rear Cross Traffic Alert doesn’t automatically brake.

The GV80’s driver alert monitor detects an inattentive driver then sounds a warning and suggests a break. According to the NHTSA, drivers who fall asleep cause about 100,000 crashes and 1500 deaths a year. The QX50 doesn’t offer a driver alert monitor.

Both the GV80 and the QX50 have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front and rear side-impact airbags, driver knee airbags, side-impact head airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, height adjustable front shoulder belts, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, crash mitigating brakes, daytime running lights, lane departure warning systems, blind spot warning systems, rearview cameras, rear cross-path warning and available around view monitors.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration does 35 MPH front crash tests on new vehicles. In this test, results indicate that the Genesis GV80 is safer than the Infiniti QX50:

	GV80	QX50
	Driver
STARS	4 Stars	4 Stars
Neck Injury Risk	24.1%	26%
Neck Stress	157 lbs.	245 lbs.
Neck Compression	25 lbs.	42 lbs.
	Passenger
STARS	4 Stars	4 Stars
HIC	263	333
Chest Compression	.6 inches	.6 inches
Leg Forces (l/r)	388/497 lbs.	504/622 lbs.

New test not comparable to pre-2011 test results. More stars = Better. Lower test results = Better.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration does side impact tests on new vehicles. In this test, which crashes the vehicle into a flat barrier at 38.5 MPH and into a post at 20 MPH, results indicate that the Genesis GV80 is safer than the Infiniti QX50:

	GV80	QX50
	Front Seat
STARS	5 Stars	5 Stars
HIC	29	98
Chest Movement	.5 inches	1 inches
Abdominal Force	101 lbs.	151 lbs.
Hip Force	293 lbs.	306 lbs.
	Rear Seat
STARS	5 Stars	5 Stars
HIC	70	73
	Into Pole
STARS	5 Stars	5 Stars
Max Damage Depth	14 inches	17 inches
HIC	290	333

New test not comparable to pre-2011 test results. More stars = Better. Lower test results = Better.

Side impacts caused 23% of all road fatalities in 2018, down from 29% in 2003, when the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety introduced its side barrier test. In order to continue improving vehicle safety, the IIHS has started using a more severe side impact test: 37 MPH (up from 31 MPH), with a 4180-pound barrier (up from 3300 pounds). The results of this newly developed test demonstrates that the Genesis GV80 is safer than the QX50:

	GV80	QX50
Overall Evaluation	GOOD	ACCEPTABLE
Structure	GOOD	MARGINAL
	Driver Injury Measures
Head/Neck	GOOD	GOOD
Head Injury Criterion	67	141
Neck Compression	-45 lbs.	89 lbs.
Torso	GOOD	ACCEPTABLE
Shoulder Deflection	.39 in	1.06 in
Torso Max Deflection	.75 in	1.73 in
Torso Deflection Rate	8 MPH	9 MPH
Pelvis	GOOD	MARGINAL
Pelvis Force	669 lbs.	1316 lbs.
Head Protection	GOOD	GOOD
	Passenger Injury Measures
Head/Neck	GOOD	GOOD
Head Injury Criterion	49	57
Neck Compression	-22 lbs.	89 lbs.
Torso	GOOD	GOOD
Shoulder Deflection	.55 in	.67 in
Torso Max Deflection	.67 in	1.42 in
Torso Deflection Rate	3 MPH	7 MPH
Head Protection	GOOD	GOOD

The Genesis GV80 (built after August 2023) has achieved the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS) highest rating of “Top Safety Pick Plus” for the 2024 model year. This distinction is based on its exceptional performance in IIHS’ rigorous battery of safety tests. Specifically, it earned a “Good” rating in the latest, more stringent moderate overlap front crash test, a “Good” result in the updated side impact test, and an “Acceptable” score in the revised pedestrian crash prevention test. The QX50 is not even a standard “Top Safety Pick” for 2024.

Warranty

The GV80 comes with a full 5-year/60,000-mile basic warranty, which covers the entire truck and includes free 24-hour roadside assistance. The QX50’s 4-year/60,000-mile basic warranty expires 1 year sooner.

Genesis’ powertrain warranty covers the GV80 4 years and 30,000 miles longer than Infiniti covers the QX50. Any repair needed on the engine, transmission, axles, joints or driveshafts is fully covered for 10 years or 100,000 miles. Coverage on the QX50 ends after only 6 years or 70,000 miles.

There are over 19 percent more Genesis dealers than there are Infiniti dealers, which makes it easier should you ever need service under the GV80’s warranty.

Reliability

To reliably power the ignition and other systems and to recharge the battery, the GV80 has a standard 150-amp alternator (180-amp - GV80 3.5T). The QX50’s 130-amp alternator isn’t as powerful.

J.D. Power and Associates’ 2023 Initial Quality Study of new car owners surveyed provide the statistics that show that Genesis vehicles are better in initial quality than Infiniti vehicles. J.D. Power ranks Genesis above average in initial quality. With 36 more problems per 100 vehicles, Infiniti is rated below average.

J.D. Power and Associates’ 2022 survey of the owners of three-year-old vehicles provides the statistics that show that Genesis vehicles are more reliable than Infiniti vehicles. J.D. Power ranks Genesis fourth in reliability, above the industry average. With 73 more problems per 100 vehicles, Infiniti is ranked 23rd.

Engine

The GV80 2.5T’s standard 2.5 turbo 4-cylinder produces 32 more horsepower (300 vs. 268) and 31 lbs.-ft. more torque (311 vs. 280) than the QX50’s 2.0 turbo 4-cylinder. The GV80 3.5T’s standard 3.5 turbo V6 produces 107 more horsepower (375 vs. 268) and 111 lbs.-ft. more torque (391 vs. 280) than the QX50’s 2.0 turbo 4-cylinder.

As tested in Motor Trend the Genesis GV80 is faster than the Infiniti QX50:

	GV80 2.5T	GV80 3.5T	QX50
Zero to 60 MPH	6.4 sec	6 sec	6.7 sec
Quarter Mile	14.9 sec	14.4 sec	15.2 sec
Speed in 1/4 Mile	94.3 MPH	98.8 MPH	91.8 MPH

Fuel Economy and Range

In heavy traffic or at stoplights the GV80’s engine automatically turns off when the vehicle is stopped, saving fuel and reducing pollution. The engine is automatically restarted when the driver gets ready to move again. If the conditions warrant or the driver wishes, the system can be manually disabled at any time for the duration of a trip. The QX50 doesn’t offer an automatic engine start/stop system.

The GV80 has 5.1 gallons more fuel capacity than the QX50 (21.1 vs. 16 gallons), for longer range between fill-ups.

Brakes and Stopping

For better stopping power the GV80’s brake rotors are larger than those on the QX50:

	GV80 2.5T	GV80 3.5T	QX50
Front Rotors	14.2 inches	14.9 inches	13 inches
Rear Rotors	14.2 inches	14.2 inches	12.1 inches

The GV80 stops much shorter than the QX50:

	GV80	QX50
60 to 0 MPH	112 feet	126 feet	Motor Trend

Tires and Wheels

For better traction, the GV80 has larger tires than the QX50 (265/40R22 vs. 235/55R19). The GV80’s optional tires are larger than the largest tires available on the QX50 (265/40R22 vs. 255/45R20).

The GV80’s optional tires provide better handling because they have a lower 40 series profile (height to width ratio) that provides a stiffer sidewall than the QX50 Sport/Sensory/Autograph’s 45 series tires.

For better ride, handling and brake cooling the GV80 offers optional 22-inch wheels. The QX50’s largest wheels are only 20-inches.

The GV80 5-Passenger has a standard space-saver spare (not available on 7-Passenger/Prestige) so you can replace a flat tire and drive to have the flat repaired or replaced. A spare tire isn’t available on the QX50; it requires you to depend on its run-flat tires, which limits mileage and speed before they are repaired. If a run-flat is damaged beyond repair by a road hazard your vehicle will have to be towed.

Suspension and Handling

The GV80 has standard front and rear gas-charged shocks for better control over choppy roads. The QX50’s suspension doesn’t offer gas-charged shocks.

The GV80 offers an optional driver-adjustable suspension system. It allows the driver to choose between an extra-supple ride, reducing fatigue on long trips, or a sport setting, which allows maximum control for tricky roads or off-road. The QX50’s suspension doesn’t offer adjustable shock absorbers.

The GV80 offers an optional automatic rear load leveling suspension to keep ride height level with a heavy load or when towing. The QX50 doesn’t offer a load leveling suspension.

For a smoother ride and more stable handling, the GV80’s wheelbase is 6.1 inches longer than on the QX50 (116.3 inches vs. 110.2 inches).

For better handling and stability, the track (width between the wheels) on the GV80 is 1.5 inches wider in the front and 2.5 inches wider in the rear than the average track on the QX50.

The GV80’s front to rear weight distribution is more even (51% to 49%) than the QX50’s (57.4% to 42.6%). This gives the GV80 more stable handling and braking.

Passenger Space

The GV80 offers optional seating for 7 passengers; the QX50 can only carry 5.

The GV80 has 35.6 cubic feet more passenger volume than the QX50 (140 vs. 104.4).

The GV80 has 2 inches more front legroom, 2.3 inches more front shoulder room and 1.1 inches more rear shoulder room than the QX50.

Cargo Capacity

The GV80’s cargo area provides more volume than the QX50.

	GV80	QX50
Third Seat Removed	34.9 cubic feet	31.4 cubic feet
Second Seat Folded	84 cubic feet	65.1 cubic feet

The GV80’s cargo area is larger than the QX50’s in almost every dimension:

	GV80	QX50
Length to seat (3rd/2nd/1st)	15.9”/44.7”/79”	n.a./39”/71.7”
Max Width	53”	54.5”
Min Width	41.7”	41.5”
Height	31.1”	31.2”

Towing

The GV80’s standard towing capacity is much higher than the QX50’s (6000 vs. 0 pounds).

Servicing Ease

The engine in the GV80 is mounted longitudinally (North-South), instead of sideways, as in the QX50. This makes it easier to service and maintain, because the accessory belts are in front.

Ergonomics

The power windows standard on both the GV80 and the QX50 have locks to prevent small children from operating them. When the lock on the GV80 is engaged the driver can still operate all of the windows, for instance to close one opened by a child. The QX50 prevents the driver from operating the other windows just as it does the other passengers.

The GV80’s rain-sensitive wipers adjust their speed and turn on and off automatically based on the amount of rainfall on the windshield. This allows the driver to concentrate on driving without constantly adjusting the wipers. The QX50’s standard intermittent wipers change speed with vehicle speed, but can’t turn on and off or change speed based on changing rainfall.

Optional air conditioned front and second row seats keep the GV80’s passengers comfortable and take the sting out of hot leather in summer. The QX50 doesn’t offer air-conditioned seats in the rear.

The GV80 has a standard heated steering wheel to take the chill out of steering on extremely cold winter days before the vehicle heater warms up. A heated steering wheel is only available on the QX50 Sport/Sensory/Autograph.

The GV80 offers optional massaging front seats in order to maximize comfort and eliminate fatigue on long trips. Massaging seats aren’t available in the QX50.

The GV80 offers an optional 115-volt a/c outlet on the center console, allowing you to recharge a laptop or run small household appliances without special adapters that can break or get misplaced. The QX50 doesn’t offer a house-current electrical outlet.

The GV80’s optional Smart Parking Assist can parallel park or back into a parking spot by itself, starting, stopping and changing direction automatically. Optional Remote Smart Parking Assist will park and retrieve your car remotely: press a button and watch it park itself. This is ideal for tight locations. The QX50 doesn’t offer an automated parking system.

Recommendations

The GV80 was chosen as a Car and Driver’s “Top Ten” for 2021. The QX50 has never been chosen by Car and Driver in their “10Best” issue.

The Genesis GV80 outsold the Infiniti QX50 by almost two to one during 2023.