Genesis GV80 vs Toyota Land Cruiser: Specs Compared
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The Genesis GV80 and Toyota Land Cruiser are evenly matched on fuel economy — both peak at 23 mpg combined — so the decision comes down to engine choice, drivetrain, and class.
Across 3 measured categories, the Toyota Land Cruiser leads in 2. Figures are EPA test data, not manufacturer claims.
2021–2027
Genesis GV80
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD · 21 configurations
2015–2027
Toyota Land Cruiser
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD · 11 configurations
Head-to-head specifications
| Metric | Genesis GV80 | Toyota Land Cruiser |
|---|---|---|
| Best combined MPG | 23 mpg | 23 mpg |
| Best city MPG | 21 mpg | 22 mpg ✓ |
| Best highway MPG | 26 mpg ✓ | 25 mpg |
| Lowest annual fuel costEPA estimate at 15,000 miles per year | $3,300 | $3,300 |
| Lowest CO2 output | 394 g/mi | 379 g/mi ✓ |
| Engines offered | SIDI & PFI; Mild Hybrid, SIDI & PFI | SIDI & PFI; Hybrid, 5.7 |
| Transmissions | Automatic (S8) | Automatic (S8), Automatic (S6) |
| Drivetrains | All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive | 4-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel types | Premium | Premium, Regular |
| EPA class | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| Years covered | 2021–2027 | 2015–2027 |
| Configurations on record | 21 | 11 |
Source: EPA fuel economy records via fueleconomy.gov. Best-case values across all recorded configurations for each model.
Genesis GV80 vs Toyota Land Cruiser dimensions and size
The Toyota Land Cruiser is 1.6 inches longer than the Genesis GV80 on a wheelbase 4.3 inches shorter, and 66.1 lbs lighter. Both clear the roughly 200 inches of usable length in a standard single garage bay.
| Dimension | Genesis GV80 (2026) | Toyota Land Cruiser (2026) | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 194.9 in | 196.5 in | 1.6 in |
| Width (excl. mirrors) | 77.6 in | 78 in | 0.4 in |
| Height | 67.3 in | 76 in | 8.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 116.5 in | 112.2 in | 4.3 in |
| Curb weight | 5,104 lbs | 5,038 lbs | 66 lbs |
Width excludes mirrors; add 8–12 inches for mirrors out. Figures are for the newest model year on record for each vehicle. See both drawn to scale.
Genesis GV80 vs Toyota Land Cruiser: what the numbers mean
Running cost over five years: at the EPA's 15,000-mile-a-year assumption the Genesis GV80 burns about $3,300 of fuel annually against $3,300 for the Toyota Land Cruiser. That $0 yearly gap compounds to roughly $0 over five years and $0 over eight — often more than the price difference between two trims of the same vehicle, and the single largest running-cost line item separating these two.
City versus highway split: the Toyota Land Cruiser is the stronger commuter at 22 mpg city, while the Genesis GV80 pulls ahead on the interstate at 26 mpg highway. If most of your driving is stop-and-go traffic the city figure is the one to weigh; for long-distance highway mileage the reverse is true, and the two vehicles effectively swap places depending on how you drive.
Powertrain choice: the Genesis GV80 is recorded with 2 distinct engine configurations (SIDI & PFI; Mild Hybrid, SIDI & PFI), the Toyota Land Cruiser with 2 (SIDI & PFI; Hybrid, 5.7). Across 21 recorded Genesis GV80 configurations and 11 for the Toyota Land Cruiser, the wider the engine spread the more the real-world fuel efficiency depends on which version you actually buy, so check the specific model year and drivetrain rather than the headline number.
Drivetrain and class: the Genesis GV80 is offered with All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive, the Toyota Land Cruiser with 4-Wheel Drive. All-wheel drive typically costs one to two mpg combined against the same vehicle in front- or rear-wheel drive, which is worth remembering when the gap between these two is small. The EPA classes them as Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD and Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD respectively — the class drives the interior volume, cargo space and passenger space each one is measured against.
Tailpipe emissions: at their cleanest configurations the Toyota Land Cruiser emits 379 g/mile of CO2 versus 394 g/mile for the Genesis GV80. Emissions track fuel consumption almost exactly, so the cleaner vehicle here is also the cheaper one to fuel.
GV80 vs Land Cruiser: common questions
Which is better on gas, the Genesis GV80 or the Toyota Land Cruiser?
The Genesis GV80 and Toyota Land Cruiser are evenly matched on fuel economy — both peak at 23 mpg combined — so the decision comes down to engine choice, drivetrain, and class.
Which costs less to run per year?
By EPA estimates at 15,000 miles a year, the Toyota Land Cruiser runs about $3,300 a year in fuel at its most efficient configuration, versus about $3,300 for the Genesis GV80 — a difference of roughly $0 per year.
What engines do the GV80 and Land Cruiser offer?
Genesis GV80: SIDI & PFI; Mild Hybrid, SIDI & PFI. Toyota Land Cruiser: SIDI & PFI; Hybrid, 5.7.
Are they in the same vehicle class?
Yes — the EPA classifies both the Genesis GV80 and the Toyota Land Cruiser as Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD, so they compete directly.
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