I think I agree with you (we’re saying Volvo is a step up, right?). I found that a family member’s XC90 was much nicer than my Genesis
Yes, the overall fit and finish, etc is a step up.
With a lack of a solid dealer network, its going to be tough leasing or buying. The product itself just like any other genesis is a solid entry more in your face German then minimalist Swedish. (alot of the designers came from the european luxury marques).
Genesis is trying the Lexus of the 90s recipe and I hope they make it.
But Volvo is the only name that sounds like lady parts.
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Mulva? 20202020
This is absurd. I got an 87K fully loaded X5 40i discounted to 76K. There’s absolutely no reason whatsoever to pick this overpriced Genesis.
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Did anyone else notice the “little tree” air freshener? Seems kinda odd for a new unit…or so I assume being that they are just now hitting lots. Or are they plagued by the notorious Palisade head rests too! 
I’m sure you purchased the first X5 one on ground 
but oh wait G01 debuted 2 years ago…
If you’re going to try and get a jab in, make sure you know how to aim.
- It’s the G05, not the G01. G01 is the X3.
- At launch, X5 already had a $1000 Loyalty incentive, $1000 CCA rebate, and a 5-6% discount.
The Genesis is a nice vehicle for sure, but at the same price of an X5 or a GLE, it’s no competition.
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Saying no competition is harsh. I’m a BMW guy currently driving an X7. But looking at the reviews and pictures of GV80, the materials used look at par if not better than germans.
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Well, to be fair, at least it has a platform that isn’t shared w/ any Kia/Hyundai (non-Genesis) product?
But, yes, I think the mark up is ridiculous.
Materials are one thing, but where it fails is the driving comparison and fuel economy, both of which are well behind the X5, especially when you figure in options on the X5 like the M Sport Differential, Dynamic Handling Pack, and rear wheel steer.
The other failure is the almost complete lack fo customization, which is incredibly important to luxury buyers. The X5 lets you mix/match exterior colors, interior colors, various types of leathers, various trim materials, and different tire and wheel combinations. The Genesis can’t compete there.
And, most buyers in this price space lease instead of buy, and I can all but guarantee you an X5 leases better than this. So, when I say competition, it’s taking a lot of these factors into consideration too.
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I’ll say this, Tellurides sold over MSRP and held their value really really well. There are plenty of people who want to be the first to roll around in this, and will be the first to list on the secondary market. Probably not a terrible deal.
The point is that Hyundai should do what Subaru does with Ascent - stick to its niche. But they try to fight in a heavyweight (luxury) division at a disadvantage from the start (mark up, bad leasing programs).
Nice car, but not $75,000 nice. You can be in range rover sport, X5, Q7 category all of which come with a luxury car buying and service experiences. 100% would take this over something like a MDX.
This has everything I’d want in a Buick.
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I remember people were saying the same thing about value and luxury when Lexus launched. People didn’t want to pay more for a Toyota. Now Lexus, while they sometimes make some boring design choices, is considered a solid luxury vehicle with excellent reliability.
I hope that eventually Genesis achieves the same badge recognition, because they’ve been really working hard at designing and building some great vehicles. I say this as somewhat of a badge snob.
And Timer Off! Sold for 78,8! Customer in the box Signing 
Congrats Julie 
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GV80 start at 49,5 msrp with very well equipped packages.
This Specific one was Fully loaded one with AWD with the bigger engine and Prestige package with
22-inch Alloy Wheels
Nappa Leather Seating Surfaces
12.3-inch 3D Digital Cluster
Remote Smart Parking Assist
Lexicon Premium Audio w/ 21 Speakers and so on…
But did it come with the best customer service and a one stop shopping experience?
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