WHICH LUXURY SUV IS BETTER? BMW X5 vs GENESIS GV80 // ENGINEER'S FULL REVIEW

Which newest luxury SUV is better? The all-new BMW X5 or the formidable Genesis GV80? Automotive Engineer David Chao performs full reviews on these two different SUVs from the Germany brand and the Korean marque. Get ready to see all the details including David's legendary gap check and quality audit.

Automotive Press is owned and managed by David Koichi Chao, a global expert in the field of automotive evaluation, engineering, and strategy. With over 35 years of engineering experience, David is able to review vehicles from unique perspectives utilizing technical and specialized methods. David is a board member and a director at AJAC (Automobile Journalist Association of Canada).

David is known around the world as an authentic specialist of Lean/Agile Thinking, and travels all around the world to review vehicles and teach latest engineering methods. Born and raised in Japan, David has an engineering degree from University of British Columbia and post-graduate education from MIT and Harvard Business School in Boston.

[PopsRacer]

...And the only problem I have with German cars is they have the best driving dynamics, are built like tanks and usually have slightly thicker gauge metal panels/thicker paint and more sound deadening material, superb sound systems..and drive flawlessly when new! unless you're more than a 6 figure earner and do not care what the maintenance and parts cost, and money is not an issue... those cars will break the bank after 4 - 6 yrs of ownership. Still great cars though!

[strykerballcrush]

Not a big fan of this trend where manufacturers put basic functionality like temperature control in the infotainment panel instead of having physical controls in the console.

[stea]

I traded my 2020 rx for a 22 x5 and i have no regrets such an improvement overall, better ride, better tech, top notch quality and overall better pride of ownership. My first BMW and probably not my last

[jsfbay]

David, how did you find the dual screens in the BMW with regards to reflection/glare? I like the Genesis because the gauge cluster has (traditional) cowling around it, whereas the BMW's has zero cowling. Thanks very much for another great video!

[kkadkhoda]

Great video as always and learned a lot while I enjoyed it!!, Thx🙏👌👍

[syedshahram]

Never had an engineer’s perspective. Good to see that. What was the first review did with those gap measurements? Also you should try out the 2025 GV80 too. Waiting for that review.

[elizabethwhite]

David, thank you for another great detailed and road driving review. Going with the Genesis for the incredible interior and smooth ride. After my personal experience with BMW, I would choose the reliability of the Genesis.

[musicultra]

Greatest review format on YouTube. This guy actually cares about engineering quality and build qualyunlike some pthers that ramble about "steering feel"

[jimmyamico]

Hi David,
No doubt in my mind the genesis GV 80… like I have said before many many times, German cars are not reliable and dependable in my opinion… The GV is much more capable as a better fit and finish on the inside and outside and has an overall better ride… In my opinion❤

[Imcarlosolivas]

I have a BMW X5 and I love it. I do like the look of the GV80 but worry about losing my sporty aggressive characteristics of the Bimmer. Plus, I’ve been in BMW and Mercedes products so long, is a Hyundai right for me? IDK? More for my money, but I’m hearing bad things. Decisions decisions…

[truoli]

Absolutely wonderful video as usual! Could you look into comparing luxury SUV coupes?

[bryandsouza]

You forgot one thing about the BMW is that when you are driving you can voice command it to lower or increase temperature, you don’t need to fumble with the screen

[danielrogers]

I like the “Auto” climate setting on BMW HVAC and seats, works much like the same feature on my Land Cruiser 200!

[mso]

Thank you, David San. Can I request you measure the paint on the front bumper as thats usually where most stone chips occur. Also could you possibly get a sound meter to measure the interior decibels?

[ChungKyuParkCK]

Just concise, informative and real excellent comments in terms of reliability and easiness to understand. About to decide which SUV to buy after return my company car due to my recent retirement. Genesis GV 80 Coupe( with 48w electric motor; mild hybrid ) facelift model 3.5 Twin Turbo vs. BMW X5 Hybrid( which has been my favorite SUV all the time). Dear David, plaese make some clips regarding the new Genesis GV80 Coupe mild hybrid, which heard to be come to USA in a month or so. Thanks and kust Two Thumbs Up!!!

[scottwong-urvl]

Genesis drives me bananas. They make gorgeous cars then expect mb and bmw owners to go buy their cars from hyundai sales reps in a new polo and service their cars with hyundai service. I think it might be the most horrendous dealership experience(s) i’ve ever had.

[dariangordon-rksm]

GREAT comparison review. Thanks for going to the effort of doing this review, with your engineering background.

[scooter]

I could not get past the ugly and staid sterling wheel on the GV 80 - it’s awful- so I went with the X5 40i which delivered in December. Genesis finally fixed that on the 2025. Both good looking inside and out, I just slightly preferred the BMW, which also has the better engine. Also, Genesis and its dealers are not proven as a luxury brand, so I’d expect to see some sort of financial break from buying one, but there isn’t one. This is such a competitive segment with a lot of great choices. Love the X5 so far.

[patsman]

Great review. How would you rate the Mercedes GLE450 as compared to the GV80 / X5?

[stevenlucero]

David, will you comment on the thinking behind a function such as adjusting the HVAC controls within the monitor what was the engineering that designed this feature?