Driving a luxury electric SUV is a great way to reduce your fuel costs and carbon emissions without compromising on quality and luxury. The 2024 Lexus RZ and the 2024 Genesis GV60 are two leading models in this category. This head-to-head comparison shows how they stack up against each other in key categories.
Interior Space and Comfort
Comfort is typically the main reason why people buy luxury SUVs. The 2024 Lexus RZ is considered by many to be the most comfortable vehicle in its category. Ride quality is impeccable, due to its perfectly adjusted suspension, which manages to cancel out most minor and medium-sized road bumps. The sound insulation system also contributes by keeping out all wind and engine noises, even at high speeds. The seats not only look amazing because of their exceptional design and quality materials, but they also provide the right mix between being soft and supportive, keeping everyone comfortable even after multiple hours.
While the 2024 Genesis GV60 is by all means a very comfortable vehicle, it can’t quite match the Lexus RZ’s smoothness and elegance. It also comes with a well-adjusted suspension system and effective noise insulation, while functions like climate control and seat heating and ventilation are effective and easy to use. It loses ground due to its lack of cabin storage space and because some of the materials used throughout the cabin don’t quite match the level of a luxury SUV.
Infotainment Technology
Staying connected and informed on the road has become an essential aspect of any vehicle type and this is particularly true for luxury-oriented ones. Even in its base configuration, the 2024 Lexus RZ comes with everything you need to keep yourself and your passengers engaged on your journeys. The large 14-inch touch-screen interface is intuitive and sharp-looking, and you can easily connect it to your smartphone through wireless Android Auto or Apple CarPlay while charging it on the wireless charging pad. It also has a standard 10-speaker audio system, which can be upgraded to a premium 13-speaker Mark Levinson system.
As with the interior space and comfort, while the 2024 Genesis GV60 scores high marks in the infotainment technology department, it still lags behind the RZ. Its touch-screen interface is only 12.3 inches wide, compared to the Lexus’ 14 inches. Also, while smartphone connectivity through Android Auto or Apple CarPlay is standard, it can’t be done wirelessly, so you’ll need to plug in your phone. It does come with a wireless charging pad, though, as well as a vehicle entry system that uses facial and fingerprint recognition.
Standard Features
As you would expect from a luxury vehicle, there’s no bare-bones version of the 2024 Lexus RZ and even its base trim comes with a long list of useful features. Some of them include 18-inch alloy wheels, a spectacular panoramic sunroof, elegant-looking synthetic leather upholstery, a hands-free power liftgate, and mood-inducing interior ambient lighting. It also comes with features that help you stay comfortable in any climate, including a heated steering wheel, plus heated and ventilated front seats.
The 2024 Genesis GV60’s base version also stays true to its luxury vehicle pedigree. It comes with standard 19-inch wheels, power-folding and auto-dimming side mirrors, LED headlights, a hands-free liftgate, and a panoramic sunroof, among others. Other comfort-enhancing features are the heated and power-adjustable front seats and the automatic high beams.
Cargo Space
One of the reasons why people choose SUVs is the amount of cargo space they provide. The 2024 Lexus RZ and the 2024 Genesis GV60 are similar in this aspect, as they both provide around 24 cubic feet of cargo space behind the two rows of seats. If you ever need more, the bottom row can fold down and significantly increase the available space. Both also have multiple small item storage locations throughout the cabin, although the ones on the Genesis are relatively difficult to access and use.
Safety Features
No amount of comfort and safety features can match the importance of having a safe vehicle. The 2024 Lexus RZ is a very safe vehicle, as certified by The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety’s Top Safety Pick denomination. The 2024 Genesis GV60 received a similar verdict, meaning that both vehicles can help protect those inside in case of an unfortunate crash. However, both vehicles come with long lists of active safety features designed to help the driver avoid any collision. Some of the most useful ones are:
- Forward collision mitigation: It warns the driver in case of an imminent frontal collision. It can even brake by itself in situations when the driver doesn’t react in time.
- Adaptive cruise control: It automatically maintains a constant speed while driving on the highway. Unlike classic cruise control, this system also adjusts the speed automatically to maintain the same distance from the car in front, as it accelerates and decelerates.
- Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning: It alerts the driver if another vehicle enters their blind spot while reversing or when changing lanes.
- Lane-keeping assistance: It constantly makes small steering adjustments to keep the vehicle centered in its lane.
- Rear automatic braking: It monitors the area behind the vehicle when backing up and brakes automatically if it senses an imminent collision with another vehicle or object.
- Surround-view camera system: It provides the driver with a top-down view of their vehicle and the area surrounding it, making it much easier to park and maneuver in tight locations.
- Safe passenger exit alert: It prevents rear passengers from opening the door if it senses another vehicle approaching from behind.
Come See the New Lexus RZ at Lexus of Stevens Creek
While the Genesis GV60 is a good example of a successful luxury SUV, it can’t quite match the 2024 Lexus RZ in crucial categories for luxury car buyers, such as interior comfort, luxury, and technology. If you want to experience the RZ’s exquisite style and elegance in person, come visit us at Lexus of Stevens Creek and take it for a test drive. Contact us today to schedule it or just stop by when you can.
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