2024 Genesis GV80 vs 2025 Toyota Sienna

The 2024 Genesis GV80 presented a luxurious and sophisticated appearance, offering a choice between the 2.5T and 3.5T models, with trim levels ranging from Standard to Prestige Signature. Prices varied from $57,700 to $81,750, plus a $1,350 destination charge. Our test vehicle, a GV80 3.5T in the 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 black 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, reinforcing its status as a flagship Genesis SUV.

In contrast, the 2025 Toyota Sienna maintained its minivan identity with a design focused on practicality. Despite efforts to enhance its style, the Sienna's trapezoidal grille and upswept body lines couldn't entirely escape the "Dustbuster" metaphor. The Platinum trim introduced new flower-petal wheel designs, but the Sienna still resembled a minivan. Our test vehicle, a Platinum model in Magnetic Gray, topped the lineup with a price range from $40,980 to $57,940, including a $1,495 destination charge. The interior featured a new woodgrain finish, though opinions on its aesthetics varied. While the Sienna's interior improved, it remained a practical choice for families seeking seating for up to eight.

The 2024 Genesis GV80 offered two engine options: a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine producing 300 horsepower and 311 pound-feet of torque, and a more powerful twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 engine delivering 375 horsepower and 391 pound-feet of torque. The 3.5T model, equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive, provided a satisfying driving experience, though it was thirsty on fuel, achieving 17.2 mpg in real-world testing. The GV80's adaptive damping suspension, upgraded front brakes, and multiple driving modes contributed to its athletic performance, making it a capable road-tripper with commendable grip and sporty handling.

In contrast, the 2025 Toyota Sienna featured a hybrid powertrain with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and a continuously variable transmission (CVT). The hybrid system produced a net horsepower of 245, which, while not impressive, was offset by the immediate torque from the electric assist motor. The Sienna's hybrid powertrain prioritized fuel economy, achieving an EPA rating of 36 mpg in combined driving, though real-world testing yielded 26.3 mpg. The Sienna's handling was predictable but lacked excitement, with squishy steering and brakes that struggled during hard-braking events. The Sienna XSE offered a sport-tuned suspension for a slightly racier feel, but overall, the Sienna prioritized comfort and quietness over driving thrills.

The 2024 Genesis GV80's interior offered a mix of luxury and practicality, though its seating capacity was limited. The Prestige Signature trim featured power-adjustable, heated, and ventilated second-row captain's chairs, reducing passenger capacity to four. The GV80's seats, while luxurious, lacked comfort on long trips, and the rear seats didn't recline far enough for extended legroom. Cargo space measured 34.9 cubic feet behind the second row, expanding to 84 cubic feet with the seats folded. However, the rear center console's height required caution when loading cargo.

The 2025 Toyota Sienna excelled in form and function, offering versatile seating and cargo solutions. The Platinum trim featured power-adjustable, heated, and ventilated front seats, though they felt hard on long drives. The second-row captain's chairs with ottoman-style leg rests were a hit with passengers, and the third-row seat accommodated adults comfortably. The Sienna's sliding side doors and hands-free power liftgate facilitated easy loading and unloading. Cargo space measured 33.5 cubic feet behind the third row, expanding to 75.2 cubic feet with the third-row seats stowed. Maximum cargo capacity reached 101 cubic feet, though the Sienna's second-row seats couldn't be removed, limiting its cargo versatility compared to rivals.

The 2024 Genesis GV80 featured a 14.5-inch touchscreen infotainment display, though its placement encouraged the use of a control dial. The standard infotainment package included navigation, SiriusXM satellite radio, and wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The Prestige Signature trim added wireless smartphone charging in the second row. The GV80's digital key system allowed smartphone access, and most trims featured a Lexicon premium sound system. The Prestige and Prestige Signature trims included a head-up display (HUD) with blind-spot warnings.

The 2025 Toyota Sienna offered a 12.3-inch digital instrumentation panel and a 12.3-inch touchscreen display for the Toyota Audio Multimedia (TAM) system. The Platinum trim featured a four-zone automatic climate control system, a 10-inch HUD, and a camera-based digital rearview mirror. The TAM system provided access to various connected services plans, with a digital assistant responding to voice commands. The Sienna Platinum included a 12-speaker JBL premium audio system, though sound quality varied. The four-zone climate control system and digital rearview camera enhanced comfort and convenience.

The 2024 Genesis GV80 came equipped with advanced driving-assistance systems (ADAS) and safety features, including a Blind-Spot View Monitor, Remote Smart Parking Assist, and Highway Driving Assist (HDA). HDA worked well in light or dense, slow-moving traffic but was less desirable in moderate to heavy traffic. The Blind-Spot View Monitor provided video feeds within the digital instrument panel, enhancing safety during lane changes. 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 protection.

The 2025 Toyota Sienna featured Toyota Safety Sense (TSS) 2.0, offering forward collision warning, pedestrian detection, lane departure warning, lane-keeping assist, lane-centering assist, and adaptive cruise control. The Sienna's TSS 2.0 provided a more straightforward driving experience compared to TSS 3.0. The Sienna added a rear-seat reminder system for 2025, alerting drivers to movement within the cabin. The NHTSA awarded the Sienna a five-star overall rating, though it received a three-star rating for driver protection in frontal impacts, the lowest among minivans. The Sienna did not earn a Top Safety Pick rating from the IIHS.