Genesis GV60 vs Lexus NX

Price and cost per week

Safety Rundown

Both the Genesis GV60 and Lexus NX hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating, tested 2022. Adult occupant protection scored 89% for the Genesis GV60 and 91% for the Lexus NX.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 7 of 10 key ADAS systems on the Genesis GV60, against 6 on the Lexus NX.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 8 in the Genesis GV60 and 8 in the Lexus NX.

Recalls on our record

A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.

Charging times

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to a DC fast charger, estimated from battery size and the car's own maximum charge rates.

Feature Showdown

The Genesis GV60 features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Lexus NX gets a 9.8-inch display and 8-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Genesis GV60 stands out with panoramic roof, ventilated seats, V2L and Bang & Olufsen audio — features our data doesn't list for the Lexus NX. The Lexus NX counters with Mark Levinson audio and ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Genesis GV60 gets nappa leather upholstery while the Lexus NX offers synthetic leather. Climate control is 3-zone in the Genesis GV60 and 2-zone in the Lexus NX.

Drivetrain

The Genesis GV60 uses a Electric Motor producing 168kW and 350Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.8 seconds.

The Lexus NX responds with a Hybrid making 179kW and 239Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.7 seconds.

The Lexus NX has the clear power advantage at 179kW vs 168kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the Lexus NX is 0.1s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Space & Comfort

The Genesis GV60 measures 4,515mm long on a 2,900mm wheelbase, 145mm shorter than the Lexus NX at 4,660mm (2,690mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Genesis GV60 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 432L in the Genesis GV60 and 520L in the Lexus NX, giving the Lexus NX a 88L advantage.

For towing, the Genesis GV60 leads with a 1,600kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 100kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Neither U-turns in one sweep on a 7 m local street (both need a three-point turn); the Lexus NX's turning circle is 0.5 m tighter, 11.4 m against 11.9 m kerb to kerb. The street estimate is indicative, worked from the published turning circles.

Cost to own

At 15,000 km a year, electricity for the Genesis GV60 costs about $864 a year (18 kWh/100km) and fuel for the Lexus NX about $1,425 a year (5 L/100km), at $1.90 a litre and 32c a kWh.

Warranty: 5 years / Unlimited (Genesis GV60) and 5 years / Unlimited (Lexus NX). Capped-price servicing: 5 years (Genesis GV60), 4 years (Lexus NX).

Where each one leads

The Genesis GV60: the higher braked towing limit (1,600kg against 1,500kg).

The Lexus NX: the lower starting price ($71,700 against $88,300), more power (179kW against 168kW) and the bigger boot with the seats up (520L against 432L).

The Verdict

Lexus NX scores higher, 79 vs 73

The Lexus NX scores 79 to the Genesis GV60's 73 on the CarSorted Score, and leads 4 of the 7 spec rows that separate them, at the lower price. The biggest gaps: value (Lexus NX ahead by 6 points), practicality (Lexus NX ahead by 5 points). Boot space with the seats up: 432L in the Genesis GV60, 520L in the Lexus NX.

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