Genesis Electrified G80 Advanced vs. BMW i5

Under-the-Radar Luxury

You understand that approval isn’t sought but earned. Models like the Genesis Electrified G80 Advanced and the BMW i5 embrace this mindset, but they interpret it differently.

With the i5, you can take the driver’s seat of a vehicle that screams power. The iconic BMW Kidney Grille tapers into a stylized “Sharknose” paired with upright LED headlights that make a bold first impression, one that leans more toward presence than subtlety. Sporty contours and stretched proportions further convey the aggression of the BMW i5.

The Genesis Electrified G80 Advanced takes a much different approach to design, one that’s more poised and subtle and speaks to the timeless appeal of luxury. The marque’s signature Crest Grille embodies the ethos of “Athletic Elegance.” Strategic contours along the hood blend seamlessly with the diamond-printed design of the grille to turn the Electrified G80 Advanced into a cohesive work of art.

While the i5 is undoubtedly beautiful, its dramatic details may feel more like a performance than balanced architecture.

Uncluttered Craftsmanship

Your luxury sedan's cabin serves as a second home, a mobile headquarters, and a place of solitude. You expect it to blend seamlessly with the rhythm of your already well-established life while offering room for an elevated experience. Will you find that with the Genesis Electrified G80 Advanced or the BMW i5?

	Genesis Electrified G80 Advanced	BMW i5
Heated front seats	Standard	Standard
Ventilated front seats	Standard	Available
Heated steering wheel	Standard	Available
Standard upholstery	Leather	Leatherette

While each sedan features a standard interior ambient lighting system that can be modified to match your mood, only the Genesis Electrified G80 Advanced features a driver’s seat with a power cushion extension, power bolster, and the innovative Ergo Motion massaging capability.

The extra support from these specialty seats hugs your body’s contours to ensure you always arrive at your destination rejuvenated.

Whisper-Quiet Cabin

Power meets poise with the Genesis Electrified G80 Advanced and the BMW i5. When your life revolves around a tight schedule, there’s no room for delays, not even with your vehicle. Thanks to the fully electric powertrain of the Electrified G80 Advanced and the i5, you can experience near-instant torque. Eliminating a traditional engine leads to a whisper-quiet cabin that turns your vehicle into a space for personal reflection.

While each model quiets the road ahead, the Electrified G80 Advanced quiets the day with its advanced noise-blocking technology that creates a buffer between you and the world. Exclusive features include:

• Active Noise Control: Detects unwanted sounds and creates anti-phase sound waves to suppress low frequencies.
• Acoustic Laminated Glass: Uses special sound-absorbing materials to dampen wind and road sounds.

These features help clear your head, allowing you to reclaim your mental space after a long day at the office.

Superior Ride Comfort

Regarding the overall riding experience, the Genesis Electrified G80 Advanced and the BMW i5 take two different approaches. The i5 prioritizes sport tuning with available features like an M Sport Suspension system and M Sport brakes. These features help turn your everyday commute into your personal racetrack.

The Genesis Electrified G80 Advanced invites you to a different type of commute, narrated by fine-tuned comfort adjustments, courtesy of the Electronically Controlled Suspension with Road Preview feature.

It uses a front-facing camera to scan the road for speed bumps, potholes, and other imperfections that can affect the quality of your ride. This advanced suspension system will automatically adjust to iron out flaws, leaving you feeling like you're gliding on air.

Technology That Blends

Technology isn’t a luxury but a basic need. Today’s drivers rely on smartphone integration and intuitive controls that keep pace with their routines, not complicate them. The challenge for Genesis and BMW? Finding ways to innovate beyond the basics and produce something truly exceptional.

The BMW i5 delivers a tech-laden cabin that puts everything you need within reach. The BMW Curved Display, which measures 27.2 inches in total, is at the heart of it all. Aiming for a thoroughly modern design, the i5 largely eliminates buttons, knobs, and controls in favor of Gesture Control and touchscreen taps.

The Genesis Electrified G80 Advanced maintains a more traditional tactile interaction with its various buttons, many of which are stylized in a contemporary way. Its separated screens (14.5-inch central display and an optional 12.3-inch display on the Electrified G80 Prestige) create a clear separation between driving data and entertainment features. The result is less toggling through menus.

While the BMW i5 favors a fully digital experience that requires adaptation, the Electrified G80 Advanced becomes an extension of you with its intentional and intuitive controls.

Seamless Ownership Experience

When you invest in a premium EV like the Genesis Electrified G80 Advanced or the BMW i5, you sign up for a complete ownership experience that goes far beyond the driveway. For starters, ownership of the Electrified G80 Advanced grants you access to benefits like:

• Genesis Connected Services
• Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance for 3 years/36,000 miles
• Service Valet
• Access to the Tesla Supercharger Network (more than 20,000 chargers nationwide)

While the BMW i5 offers similar features, it doesn't provide a Service Valet feature to simplify routine maintenance, thanks to remote diagnostics and pickup/delivery service.

Additionally, only the Electrified G80 Advanced includes Genesis Digital Key, which turns your smartphone into a virtual key fob that can be shared with family members, eliminating the need for a physical key fob that can be misplaced in your busy day.