2024 Genesis GV80 vs 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

The 2024 Genesis GV80 presented a choice between two engines: a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder and a twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V6. Buyers could select from Standard, Advanced, Prestige, or Prestige Signature trims, with prices ranging from $57,700 to $81,750, plus a $1,350 destination charge. The test vehicle, a GV80 3.5T in the top-tier Prestige Signature trim, featured an optional Matterhorn White Matte paint, bringing the MSRP to $84,600. The Prestige Signature trim offered exclusive exterior colors and a stylish 22-inch wheel design, though the dark paint obscured the wheel details. Inside, the Ultramarine Blue over Dune interior exuded luxury with diamond-stitched Nappa leather, a suede headliner, and a wide touchscreen display. Despite its opulence, the recommendation leaned towards the regular Prestige trim for better value.

The 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport emphasized a sportier aesthetic within the Range Rover family, with a taller stance and shorter wheelbase for an athletic appearance. The lineup included SE, Dynamic SE, Autobiography, and SV Edition Two trims, with a Stealth appearance package available for the Dynamic SE. The SV Edition 2, the highest-performance model, featured 23-inch carbon-fiber wheels and a carbon-fiber hood. The interior boasted red leather upholstery, sport seats, and illuminated steering-wheel paddle shifters. While the minimalist design was sleek, it sometimes compromised functionality. The Range Rover Sport maintained a cockpit-like feel, with high-quality materials and a focus on sporty driving dynamics.

The 2024 Genesis GV80 offered two engine options: a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder with 300 horsepower and 311 pound-feet of torque, and a twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 producing 375 hp and 391 lb-ft of torque. Both engines paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and standard all-wheel drive. The GV80 3.5T delivered a satisfying performance, though it was thirsty on the road, with an observed 17.2 mpg compared to the EPA's 20 mpg estimate. The SUV featured five driving modes and could tow up to 6,000 pounds. The GV80 3.5T impressed with its athleticism, thanks to its adaptive damping suspension and upgraded brakes, though the steering was unremarkable.

The 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport offered multiple powertrains, all with an eight-speed automatic transmission and standard four-wheel drive. The base SE model had a 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six with 355 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque, while the Dynamic SE offered 395 hp and 406 lb-ft. The Autobiography trim featured a plug-in hybrid powertrain with 543 hp and 590 lb-ft, or a twin-turbocharged 4.4-liter V8 with 523 hp and 553 lb-ft. The SV Edition Two pushed the V8 to 626 hp, making it the most powerful Range Rover model. The SV Edition Two accelerated from zero to 60 mph in 3.7 seconds, with a top speed of 180 mph. The Range Rover Sport excelled in both performance and luxury, with features like four-wheel steering and brake-based torque vectoring enhancing agility.

In 2024, the Genesis GV80 3.5T Advanced was the only model with a third-row seat, while the Prestige Signature held only four people due to its second-row captain’s chairs. The interior featured premium materials, but the seats were uncomfortable on long trips. The GV80 offered 34.9 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row, expanding to 84 cubic feet with the seats folded. However, the rear center console in the Prestige Signature limited cargo loading.

The 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, a two-row, five-seater, offered more room than the Velar but remained midsize. Front-seat occupants found adequate headroom, while rear-seat headroom was competitive. The Sport provided 31.9 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row, expanding to 53 cubic feet with the seats folded. The Range Rover Sport excelled in towing capacity, with a maximum of 7,716 pounds for turbo-six and V8 models.

The 2024 Genesis GV80 featured a 14.5-inch touchscreen infotainment display, though its placement encouraged use of the center console control dial. The standard package included navigation, SiriusXM, and wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The Prestige Signature added wireless charging in the second row. The GV80’s digital key system and Lexicon premium sound system enhanced convenience and entertainment.

The 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport featured a 13.7-inch digital instrument cluster and a 13.1-inch touchscreen for infotainment. Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Amazon Alexa integration were standard. The minimalist design sometimes hindered functionality, but the Pivi Pro infotainment system was responsive. The SV Edition 2 included “Body and Soul Seats” with embedded transducers for a unique audio experience.

The 2024 Genesis GV80 came with numerous advanced driving-assistance systems, including a Blind-Spot View Monitor, Remote Smart Parking Assist, and Highway Driving Assist. The GV80 received a Top Safety Pick+ rating from the IIHS and a five-star overall rating from the NHTSA, though frontal-impact tests earned four stars for driver and passenger positions.

The 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport included standard driver-assist features like automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, and blind-spot monitoring. The 360-degree camera system and digital rearview mirror aided parking, though parking sensors were overly sensitive. Safety ratings from the IIHS and NHTSA were not available at the time of publication.