Compare the2024 BMW 7 SeriesVS 2024 Genesis G80

The BMW 7 Series has standard driver and front passenger side knee airbags mounted low on the dashboard. These airbags helps prevent the driver and front passenger from sliding under their seatbelts or the main frontal airbags; this keeps them better positioned during a collision for maximum protection. Knee airbags also help keep the legs from striking the dashboard, preventing knee and leg injuries in the case of a serious frontal collision. The G80 doesn’t offer a front passenger side knee airbag.

The 7 Series has a standard PostCrash iBrake, which automatically applies the brakes in the event of a crash to help prevent secondary collisions and prevent further injuries. The G80 doesn’t offer a post collision braking system: in the event of a collision that triggers the airbags, more collisions are possible without the protection of airbags that may have already deployed.

When descending a steep, off-road slope, the 7 Series xDrive’s standard Hill Descent Control allows you to creep down safely. The G80 doesn’t offer Hill Descent Control.

Compared to metal, the 7 Series’ plastic fuel tank can withstand harder, more intrusive impacts without leaking; this decreases the possibility of fire. The Genesis G80 has a metal gas tank.

Both the 7 Series and the G80 have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, driver knee airbags, side-impact head airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, 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, driver alert monitors, available all wheel drive and around view monitors.

The 7 Series’ corrosion warranty is 5 years longer than the G80’s (12 vs. 7 years).

There are over 44 percent more BMW dealers than there are Genesis dealers, which makes it easier should you ever need service under the 7 Series’ warranty.

From surveys of all its subscribers, Consumer Reports’ January 2024 Auto Issue reports that BMW vehicles are more reliable than Genesis vehicles. Consumer Reports ranks BMW 9 places higher in reliability than Genesis.

The 7 Series has more powerful engines than the G80:

As tested in Motor Trend the 740i 3.0 turbo 6-cylinder hybrid is faster than the Genesis G80:

On the EPA test cycle the 7 Series running its gasoline engine gets better mileage than the G80:

The 750e can travel with zero emissions for 35 miles. The G80 can’t move without running its internal combustion engine.

Regenerative brakes improve the 7 Series’ fuel efficiency by converting inertia back into energy instead of wasting it. The G80 doesn’t offer a regenerative braking system.

For better stopping power the 7 Series’ brake rotors are larger than those on the G80:

The 7 Series’ standard front and rear disc brakes are vented to help dissipate heat for shorter stops with less fading. The rear discs standard on the G80 2.5T are solid, not vented.

The 7 Series stops much shorter than the G80:

For better traction, the 7 Series has larger tires than the G80 (F:255/45R20 & R:285/40R20 vs. 245/50R18). The 7 Series’ tires are larger than the largest tires available on the G80 (F:255/45R20 & R:285/40R20 vs. F:245/45R19 & R:275/40R19).

The 7 Series’ standard 255/45R20 front and 285/40R20 rear tires provide better handling because they have a lower 45 series front and 40 series rear profile (height to width ratio) that provides a stiffer sidewall than the G80 2.5T Standard’s standard 50 series tires.

For better ride, handling and brake cooling the 7 Series has standard 20-inch wheels. Smaller 18-inch wheels are standard on the G80 2.5T Standard. The 7 Series’ optional 21-inch wheels are larger than the 20-inch wheels optional on the G80 3.5T Sport Prestige.

The 7 Series 760i/750e offers active sway bars, which help keep it flat and controlled during cornering, but disconnect at lower speeds to smooth the ride and offer greater off-road suspension articulation. This helps keep the tires glued to the road on-road and off. The G80 doesn’t offer an active sway bar system.

The front and rear suspension of the 7 Series uses air springs for a smoother, controlled ride than the G80, which uses coil springs. Air springs maintain proper ride height and ride more smoothly.

The 760i/750e offers an available adjustable active suspension system, which counteracts cornering forces actively, limiting body roll and improving handling and stability. Genesis doesn’t offer an active suspension on the G80.

The 7 Series has a standard automatic front and rear load leveling suspension to keep ride height level with a heavy load or when towing. The 7 Series’ height leveling suspension allows the driver to raise ride height for better off-road clearance and then lower it again for easier entering and exiting and better on-road handling. The G80 doesn’t offer a load leveling suspension.

For a smoother ride and more stable handling, the 7 Series’ wheelbase is 8.1 inches longer than on the G80 (126.6 inches vs. 118.5 inches).

For better handling and stability, the average track (width between the wheels) on the 7 Series is 1.4 inches wider in the front than the average track on the G80.

The 760i xDrive handles at .88 G’s, while the G80 pulls only .84 G’s of cornering force in a Motor Trend skidpad test.

The front grille of the 7 Series uses electronically controlled shutters to close off airflow and reduce drag when less engine cooling is needed. This helps improve highway fuel economy. The G80 doesn’t offer active grille shutters.

As tested by Car and Driver while cruising at 70 MPH, the interior of the 760i xDrive is quieter than the G80 (65 vs. 66 dB).

Because it has more passenger and cargo room, the EPA rates the 7 Series a Large car, while the G80 is rated a Mid-size.

The 7 Series has 6.2 cubic feet more passenger volume than the G80 (110 vs. 103.8).

The 7 Series has 2.7 inches more front shoulder room, .4 inches more rear headroom and 4.6 inches more rear legroom than the G80.

For enhanced passenger comfort on long trips the 7 Series’ available rear seats recline. The G80’s rear seats don’t recline.

The 7 Series has a larger trunk than the G80 (13.7 vs. 13.1 cubic feet).

J.D. Power and Associates surveys of service recipients show that BMW service is better than Genesis. J.D. Power ranks BMW 7th in service department satisfaction (above the industry average). With a 30% lower rating, Genesis is ranked 23rd.

Unlike the driver-only memory system in the G80, the 7 Series has standard driver and passenger memory, so that when drivers switch, the memory setting adjusts the driver’s seat, steering wheel position, outside mirror angle, climate settings and radio stations and the front passenger seat also adjusts to the new passenger’s preset preferences.

The 7 Series’ instruments include an oil pressure gauge and a temperature gauge - which could save your engine! Often ‘idiot lights’ don’t warn you until damage has been done. The G80 does not have an oil pressure gauge.

The 7 Series’ standard Comfort Access allow you to unlock the doors from any outside door handle, open the trunk, and start the car, all without removing the key from the pocket or purse. Proximity Key standard on the G80 doesn’t offer a sensor on the rear doors, so you’ll have to reach a front handle to unlock the rear door.

The 7 Series’ optional power side swing out doors make it much easier to load and unload kids and cargo. One touch opens the door, before you even get to the car. The G80 doesn’t offer a power rear door.

To help drivers avoid possible obstacles, the 7 Series has standard cornering lights to illuminate around corners when the turn signals are activated. The G80 doesn’t offer cornering lights. The 7 Series also has standard adaptive headlights to illuminate around corners automatically by reading vehicle speed and steering wheel angle.

Optional air conditioned front and rear seats keep the 7 Series’ passengers comfortable and take the sting out of hot leather in summer. The G80 doesn’t offer air-conditioned seats in the rear.

Both the 7 Series and the G80 offer available massaging front seats. The 7 Series also offers optional massaging rear seats in order to maximize comfort and eliminate fatigue on long trips. Massaging rear seats aren’t available in the G80.

To quickly and conveniently keep personal devices charged without cables tangling and wearing out, the BMW 7 Series has a standard wireless phone charging system (Qi) in the center console. Only the G80 Sport/Sport Prestige offers wireless charging. The 7 Series also offers Qi charging in the rear seat. The G80 doesn’t offer wireless charging in its rear seat.

The 7 Series is available in both rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive configurations. The G80 doesn’t offer a two-wheel drive configuration.

J.D. Power and Associates rated the 7 Series first among upper midsize premium cars in owner reported satisfaction. This includes how well the vehicle performs and satisfies its owner’s expectations. The G80 was rated second.

The BMW 7 Series outsold the Genesis G80 by almost two to one during 2023.