2025 Genesis G80 in Lakewood Ranch, FL

2025 Genesis G80 vs 2025 Lexus ES

The 2025 Genesis G80 and 2025 Lexus ES showcase two approaches to midsize luxury sedans. The G80 is the bold-styled, rear-drive-based dynamics, and tech-heavy option, while the ES delivers on quiet refinement, rock-solid reliability, and elegant styling. Both cars are well-appointed and luxurious, making the two cars different from each other in personality. Let’s compare the two for Lakewood Ranch, FL, buyers.

Interior Comparison

With an expansive dash, high-caliber materials, and the finest of fit and finish, the 2025 G80 features an interior that exceeds its premium price. It includes standard leather seating surfaces, a 14.5-inch touchscreen, and open-pore wood interior trim. The rear seat offers ample space and comfort, while the trunk remains generous at 13.1 cubic feet of overall cargo capacity.

The 2025 ES represents more traditional luxury with a focus on comfort above almost all other considerations. It features cushy seating surfaces, soft-touch materials, and user-friendly control layouts, while the standard synthetic leather (NuLuxe®) surfaces can be upgraded to semi-aniline leather. The cargo volume is slightly higher at 13.9 cubic feet.

Power & Performance

The G80 offers two turbocharged engines: a 2.5L I4 with 300 horsepower and a 3.5L V6 with 375 horsepower. Rear-wheel drive is standard, with all-wheel drive available. The G80 prioritizes balanced handling and smooth acceleration, and the V6 delivers a genuinely athletic driving experience.

The ES is front-wheel drive in most configurations, with all-wheel drive available only on the base 2.5L four-cylinder. The lineup also includes a 3.5L V6 with 302 horsepower and the ES 300h hybrid, which prioritizes fuel economy over outright performance. The ES rides smoothly but lacks the G80’s sportier feel.

Tech & Entertainment

The G80 features a standard 14.5-inch touchscreen with navigation, Apple CarPlay®, and Android Auto™. Available features include a Lexicon® premium audio system, head-up display, and 12.3-inch 3D digital gauge cluster. The interface is sleek and responsive, with both touchscreen and rotary controller operation.

The ES comes standard with an 8-inch display, with a 12.3-inch screen available on higher trims. Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ are included on the smaller screen, while the larger screen requires a wired connection. A Mark Levinson® 17-speaker audio system is available for audiophiles.

Safety Features

The G80 comes standard with a full suite of driver-assist features, including Highway Driving Assist, Smart Cruise Control with Machine Learning, and Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist. Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist and Remote Smart Parking Assist are available.

The ES also includes a strong safety suite, with Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 offering Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Tracing Assist, and Road Sign Assist. Advanced Park and a Panoramic View Monitor are available.

Gettel Genesis of Lakewood’s Bottom Line

The 2025 Genesis G80 provides a more stimulating driving experience, better power as standard, and advanced technology, all wrapped in a good-looking, head-turning package that’s hard to ignore. Unlike the 2025 Lexus ES, which aims for comfort, efficiency, and proven dependability, the 2025 G80 has sportiness and flair, favoring life’s accelerations over pure comfort and luxury. The ES is fantastic when you prioritize the serene ride over sporty performance.

Gettel Genesis of Lakewood invites you to consider the G80 for luxury sedan shoppers who want performance and elegance in an unabashed luxury sedan. If that sounds like you, visit us at our Lakewood Ranch, FL showroom for a test drive of the 2025 G80 and let us know what you think of refined power.

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