Chrysler 300 vs Genesis G80

The Genesis G80 is the more efficient of the two: it reaches 97 mpg combined versus 23 mpg for the Chrysler 300, a 74 mpg advantage and costs about $1,900 less per year to fuel.

Across 5 measured categories, the Genesis G80 leads in 5. Figures are EPA test data, not manufacturer claims.

2015–2023

Chrysler 300

Large Cars · 38 configurations

23mpg combined (best)
All Chrysler 300 specs

2017–2027

Genesis G80

Large Cars · 43 configurations

97mpg combined (best)
All Genesis G80 specs

Head-to-head specifications

MetricChrysler 300Genesis G80
Best combined MPG23 mpg97 mpg
Best city MPG19 mpg105 mpg
Best highway MPG30 mpg93 mpg
Lowest annual fuel costEPA estimate at 15,000 miles per year$2,650$750
Lowest CO2 output389 g/mi345 g/mi
Engines offered3.6, 5.7, 6.4, FFVSIDI & PFI, SIDI
TransmissionsAutomatic 8-spdAutomatic (S8), Automatic (A1)
DrivetrainsAll-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel DriveAll-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel typesRegular, Midgrade, PremiumPremium, Electricity, Regular
EPA classLarge CarsLarge Cars
Years covered2015–20232017–2027
Configurations on record3843

Source: EPA fuel economy records via fueleconomy.gov. Best-case values across all recorded configurations for each model.

300 vs G80: common questions

Which is better on gas, the Chrysler 300 or the Genesis G80?

The Genesis G80 is the more efficient of the two: it reaches 97 mpg combined versus 23 mpg for the Chrysler 300, a 74 mpg advantage and costs about $1,900 less per year to fuel.

Which costs less to run per year?

By EPA estimates at 15,000 miles a year, the Genesis G80 runs about $750 a year in fuel at its most efficient configuration, versus about $2,650 for the Chrysler 300 — a difference of roughly $1,900 per year.

What engines do the 300 and G80 offer?

Chrysler 300: 3.6, 5.7, 6.4, FFV. Genesis G80: SIDI & PFI, SIDI.

Are they in the same vehicle class?

Yes — the EPA classifies both the Chrysler 300 and the Genesis G80 as Large Cars, so they compete directly.

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