Compare the2027 Cadillac Vistiq VS 2027 Genesis GV60

The Cadillac Vistiq has standard driver and front passenger side knee airbags mounted low on the dashboard. These airbags help 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 GV60 doesn’t offer a front passenger side knee airbag.

To provide maximum traction and stability on all roads, Full-Time Four-Wheel Drive is standard on the Vistiq. But it costs extra on the GV60.

A passive infrared night vision system standard on the Vistiq Premium Luxury/Platinum helps the driver to more easily detect people, animals or other objects in front of the vehicle at night. Using an infrared camera to detect heat, the system then displays the image on a monitor in the dashboard. The GV60 doesn’t offer a night vision system.

The Cadillac Vistiq’s rear backup camera has a standard washer for maintaining a clear view under various conditions. In contrast, the Genesis GV60 does not offer a rear camera washer, meaning its effectiveness relies on manual cleaning by the user when necessary.

Both the Vistiq and the GV60 have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, driver knee airbags, front seat center airbag, side-impact head airbags, front and rear 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 driver alert monitors.

The Cadillac Vistiq weighs 1388 to 1829 pounds more than the Genesis GV60. The NHTSA advises that heavier vehicles are much safer in collisions than their significantly lighter counterparts.

There are almost 3 times as many Cadillac dealers as there are Genesis dealers, which makes it much easier should you ever need service under the Vistiq’s warranty.

A reliable vehicle saves its owner time, money and trouble. Nobody wants to be stranded or have to be without a vehicle while it’s being repaired. Consumer Reports rates the Vistiq’s reliability 11 points higher than the GV60.

J.D. Power and Associates’ 2025 survey of the owners of three-year-old vehicles provides the long-term dependability statistics that show that Cadillac vehicles are more reliable than Genesis vehicles. J.D. Power ranks Cadillac above average in long-term dependability. With 44 more problems per 100 vehicles in the first three years of ownership, Genesis is rated below average.

From surveys of all its subscribers, Consumer Reports’ March 2026 Auto Issue reports that Cadillac vehicles are more reliable than Genesis vehicles. Consumer Reports ranks Cadillac 3 places higher in reliability than Genesis.

The Vistiq’s electric motors produces 390 more horsepower (615 vs. 225) and 392 lbs.-ft. more torque (650 vs. 258) than the GV60’s standard electric motor. The Vistiq’s electric motors produces 301 more horsepower (615 vs. 314) and 204 lbs.-ft. more torque (650 vs. 446) than the GV60’s optional electric motors. The Vistiq’s electric motors produces 67 lbs.-ft. more torque (650 vs. 583) than the GV60 Magma’s standard electric motors.

As tested in Consumer Reports the Cadillac Vistiq is faster than the Genesis GV60 electric motors:

	Vistiq	GV60
Zero to 30 MPH	1.8 sec	2.1 sec
Zero to 60 MPH	4 sec	5.1 sec
45 to 65 MPH Passing	1.7 sec	2.8 sec
Quarter Mile	12.5 sec	13.9 sec
Speed in 1/4 Mile	113 MPH	101 MPH

The Vistiq can travel longer on a full charge than the GV60 on a full charge:

			Miles
Vistiq
	AWD	11 kW Charger Electric Motors	305 miles
		19 kW Charger Electric Motors	300 miles
GV60
	AWD	19" Wheels Electric Motors	282 miles
		Prestige Electric Motors	267 miles

For better stopping power the Vistiq Platinum’s brake rotors are larger than those on the GV60:

	Vistiq Platinum	GV60	GV60 Magma
Front Rotors	16.1 inches	13.6 inches	15.7 inches

The Vistiq’s standard front and rear disc brakes are vented to help dissipate heat for shorter stops with less fading. The rear discs standard on the GV60 are solid, not vented.

The Vistiq stops shorter than the GV60:

	Vistiq	GV60
60 to 0 MPH (Wet)	143 feet	144 feet	Consumer Reports

For better traction, the Vistiq has larger standard tires than the GV60 (285/45R21 vs. 235/55R19). The Vistiq’s optional tires are larger than the largest tires available on the GV60 (305/35R23 vs. 275/40R21).

The Vistiq’s standard tires provide better handling because they have a lower 45 series profile (height to width ratio) that provides a stiffer sidewall than the GV60’s standard 55 series tires. The Vistiq’s optional tires have a lower 35 series profile than the GV60 Magma’s 40 series tires.

For better ride, handling and brake cooling the Vistiq has standard 21-inch wheels. Smaller 19-inch wheels are standard on the GV60. The Vistiq’s optional 23-inch wheels are larger than the 21-inch wheels on the GV60 Magma.

The Cadillac Vistiq’s wheels have 6 lugs for longer wheel bearing life, less chance of rotor warping and greater strength. The Genesis GV60 only has 5 wheel lugs per wheel.

Having a flat tire is dangerous, inconvenient and expensive. The self-sealing tires standard on the Vistiq can automatically seal most punctures up to 3/16 of an inch, effectively preventing most flat tires. The GV60 doesn’t offer self-sealing tires.

The Vistiq has a standard automatic load leveling suspension to keep ride height level with a heavy load or when towing. The GV60 doesn’t offer a load leveling suspension.

For a smoother ride and more stable handling, the Vistiq’s wheelbase is 7.6 inches longer than on the GV60 (121.8 inches vs. 114.2 inches).

For better handling and stability, the track (width between the wheels) on the Vistiq is 2.4 inches wider in the front and 2.5 inches wider in the rear than the average track on the GV60.

For better maneuverability, the Vistiq Premium Luxury/Platinum’s turning circle is 1 foot tighter than the GV60’s (38.2 feet vs. 39.2 feet).

The Vistiq offers optional seating for 7 passengers; the GV60 can only carry 5.

The Vistiq has 44.5 cubic feet more passenger volume than the GV60 (145.6 vs. 101.1).

The Vistiq has 1.9 inches more front headroom, .8 inches more front legroom, 3.5 inches more front shoulder room, .9 inches more rear headroom, 2.6 inches more rear legroom and 3.8 inches more rear shoulder room than the GV60.

The Vistiq’s cargo area provides more volume than the GV60.

	Vistiq	GV60
Third Seat Folded	43 cubic feet	n/a
Third Seat Removed	n/a	24 cubic feet
Second Seat Folded	80.2 cubic feet	54.7 cubic feet

Pressing a switch automatically lowers the Vistiq’s second and third row seats, to make changing between passengers and cargo easier. The GV60 doesn’t offer automatic folding second row seats.

The Vistiq’s standard towing capacity is much higher than the GV60’s (5000 vs. 2000 pounds).

Unlike the driver-only memory system in the GV60 Prestige/Magma, the Vistiq Premium Luxury/Platinum has a passenger memory, so that when drivers switch, the memory setting adjusts the driver’s seat, steering wheel position and outside mirror angle and the front passenger seat also adjusts to the new passenger’s preset preferences.

The Vistiq’s standard Keyless Access allows you to unlock the doors from any outside door handle, open the cargo door, and start the vehicle, all without removing the key from pocket or purse. Proximity Key standard on the GV60 doesn’t offer a sensor on the rear doors, so you’ll have to reach a front handle to unlock the rear doors.

To improve rear visibility by keeping the rear window clear, the Vistiq has a standard rear wiper. The GV60 doesn’t offer a rear wiper.

To help drivers avoid possible obstacles, the Vistiq has standard cornering lights to illuminate around corners when the turn signals are activated. The GV60 doesn’t offer cornering lights.

The Vistiq 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 GV60 AWD/Prestige/Magma.

The Vistiq has standard massaging front seats in order to maximize comfort and eliminate fatigue on long trips. Massaging seats aren’t available in the GV60.

The Cadillac Vistiq stands out above the Genesis GV60 by offering not one, but two Qi-compatible phone chargers. This convenience helps travelers with multiple devices to keep powered up on-the-go. Wireless charging eliminates lost or cluttered charging cables and two of them provide more flexibility.

J.D. Power and Associates rated the Vistiq third among upper midsize premium suvs in owner reported satisfaction. This includes how well the vehicle performs and satisfies its owner’s expectations. The GV60 isn’t in the top three in its category.

The Cadillac Vistiq outsold the Genesis GV60 by over four to one during 2025.