DecodedCarsGenesis G90 vs Lexus LS
2026 Genesis G90 vs 2026 Lexus LS — two rivals compared on efficiency, size, safety and reliability.
The short version
Across all model years since 2005, the Genesis G90 has had fewer recall campaigns (10 vs 13).
The two cars
The 2026 Genesis G90 is a large car offered with a 3.5L 6-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive. It measures about 208 inches long and 59 inches wide on a 125-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,859 lb.
The 2026 Lexus LS is a midsize car offered with a 3.4L 6-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive. It measures about 206 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 123-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,938 lb (500 4dr Sedan).
Buying used? The 2020 G90 and the 2017 LS have the fewest problems in our data; avoid the 2023 G90 and the 2018 LS.
Basics
Efficiency
Performance & space
Safety & reliability
Interest
Green = clearly better. Prices are not included. How we calculate this →
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Genesis G90 if…
- You want a hybrid or electric option
Choose the Lexus LS if…
It doesn't clearly beat the Genesis G90 on any measure we track.
Pros & cons of each
2026 Genesis G90
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 21 MPG combined, 19% below the 2026 large car average of 25.9 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
2026 Lexus LS
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 21 MPG combined, 33% below the 2026 midsize car average of 31.2 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
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