Genesis GV80 vs Audi Q7

The Genesis GV80 starts from $119,000 before on-road costs, while the Audi Q7 opens at $108,815. That makes the Audi Q7 the more affordable entry point by $10,185.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $130,900 and $119,697 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Audi Q7 by roughly $1,570 in fuel alone.

Both the Genesis GV80 and Audi Q7 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 91% for the Genesis GV80 and 92% for the Audi Q7.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Audi Q7 packs more ADAS features with 8 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 6 in the Genesis GV80.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 10 in the Genesis GV80 and 7 in the Audi Q7.

The Genesis GV80 features a 27-inch touchscreen, while the Audi Q7 gets a 10.1-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Genesis GV80 stands out with wireless charging that you will not find on the Audi Q7. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Genesis GV80 uses a Petrol producing 279kW and 530Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 5.6 seconds.

The Audi Q7 responds with a Petrol MHEV making 185kW and 370Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.3 seconds.

The Genesis GV80 has the clear power advantage at 279kW vs 185kW. In the real-world sprint, the Genesis GV80 is 1.7s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Genesis GV80 measures 4,940mm long on a 2,955mm wheelbase, 112mm shorter than the Audi Q7 at 5,052mm (2,994mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Audi Q7 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 735L in the Genesis GV80 and 740L in the Audi Q7, giving the Audi Q7 a 5L advantage.

For towing, the Audi Q7 leads with a 3,500kg braked capacity vs 2,722kg. That 778kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,936/year for the Genesis GV80 and $2,622/year for the Audi Q7. That is a $314 annual difference in favour of the Audi Q7.

Estimated annual total: $2,936 (Genesis GV80) vs $2,622 (Audi Q7). The Audi Q7 saves you roughly $314 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Genesis GV80) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Audi Q7). Both match on warranty length.