2015 Hyundai Genesis Sedan vs. 2014 Cadillac CTS Vsport

[gene]

2015 Hyundai Genesis Sedan vs. 2014 Cadillac CTS Vsport - YouTube

 

[Motegi]

I've watched several of their comparison tests and find that many times they don't really compare apples to apples. They seem to just pair up whatever they can get their hands on.

It would make more sense to compare to cars that are priced the same as most buyers tend to base their purchasing decisions based on a price level that they can afford.

 

[punchjamesarnol]

420hp/380tq VS 420hp/430tq... hmmmm??? Hard decision. LOL!
Either or, it's plenty enough power to get it lots of trouble.

I would love to see a supercharger kit for our 5.0 GDI's. I see easy 500hp and 450+ tq. the hard part is the tuning (unless you get a stand alone ecu).

 

[jailer]

Here is another with Motor Trend..

2014 Cadillac CTS Vsport: Boosting Ahead of the Germans in Their Own Game! - Ignition Ep. 90

 

[Genesis2015]

I think the Genesis is more comparable to the cadi XTS in size not the CTS, and than your talking more money

 

[Motegi]

Here is another with Motor Trend..

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4fnDNpBbno

The video in your link is just a review of the Caddy. Was there another comparison test?

 

[YEH]

I think the Genesis is more comparable to the cadi XTS in size not the CTS, and than your talking more money

The new Hyundai AG is more like the XTS (tho no AWD version).

This comparison was a bit silly - pitting 2 midsize luxury sedans at the opposite ends of the spectrum.

Personally, prizing handling, I'd take the CTS V-Sport.

 

[Pileits]

Hopefully SOON there will be the 6.0 Spec with 550hp AWD and a ZF gearbox. Then and ONLY then will I look again at this marshmallow mobile.

 

[Ernie3647]

The new Hyundai AG is more like the XTS (tho no AWD version).

This comparison was a bit silly - pitting 2 midsize luxury sedans at the opposite ends of the spectrum.

Personally, prizing handling, I'd take the CTS V-Sport.

This is very true as I’ve stated before a few times. The new Genesis should not be considered a “hard edged” sport sedan. As a matter of fact as I said before it was meant to be and is a well mannered luxury sedan. That is where it’s strengths lay. So I consider that review not to be a fair assessment. What it does it does well as stated in the review. Those looking for a “CTS” competitor should be looking else where.

 

[Seattle Genesis]

I think the new Genesis is a departure from the old. The new is now more large luxury car more than the sports sedan it set out to be in 09. Not sure why that departure. Seems like it may be cutting into the Equus sales or prompting the old Genesis drivers to the Equus.

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[Midnightsun]

I think the new Genesis is a departure from the old. The new is now more large luxury car more than the sports sedan it set out to be in 09. Not sure why that departure. Seems like it may be cutting into the Equus sales or prompting the old Genesis drivers to the Equus.

Probably has to do with market demand. Personally I love the direction they have taken this. Luxurious comfortable ride with good road manners great handling and plenty of pep. If you want a harsh busy ride with even better handling maybe take a look at a BMW.

 

[ksoze]

If you want a harsh busy ride with even better handling maybe take a look at a BMW.

While I believe the new Genesis is a big step forward, it does not now make the BMW "harsh and busy". I am not sure what BMW you are referring to, but if anything, the F10 5 series is usually knocked for not being sporty enough. Regardless of how much better the G2 Genesis is compared to the G1 model, the BMW handling and ride is a benchmark most manufacturers seek.

 

[swift996]

I think it's a worthwhile comparison. For me specifically, I'm considering both cars slightly used. I use to own a 2010 CTS-V and really like the new CTS. That being said I have a Lotus Evora and don't necessarily need a ton of performance capability for my daily driver. I really like the direction Hyundai went with the Genesis. It seems to me like it would be good enough and adds a lot of practicality into the equation.

I plan on staring a family soon and wouldn't mind having something I'm not tempted to play around with all the time for my daily driver. I currently have an 08 Acura TL Type S that does a great job, but I want something more modern with tech and luxury.

What I've seen is CTS V-Sports (premium trim) with sub 20K miles around $40K and the 5.0 Genesis with Ultimate package with sub 20K miles for $35-40K. So they are both in the same ballpark (given the Genesis is a model year newer and usually less miles). I still need to drive the Genesis, I've only sat in one. I think I'll like it but need to compare these two head to head. To me they are both fairly close in terms of mixing performance with luxury, but the vsport shines with performance, where the Genesis shines with usability and I'd call convenient luxury. My wife has a fully loaded Cadillac ATS and the CUE system is a joke at those price points. Both cars though pack a ton of technology and bells and whistles. Both have edgy styling that makes a statement. I'm likely a few months out from making a decision on one, but looking forward to learning more. I'm a car junkie and have already spent a ton of time researching.

 

[Sal Collaziano]

Welcome! You sound like a real car enthusiast. You'll definitely need to drive both the CTS V-Sport and the Genesis Sedan before making any decisions. I test drove a V-Sport and it just didn't put a smile on my face the way the Genesis Sedan did. They're both very nice cars and you can't go wrong owning either one...

I think it's a worthwhile comparison. For me specifically, I'm considering both cars slightly used. I use to own a 2010 CTS-V and really like the new CTS. That being said I have a Lotus Evora and don't necessarily need a ton of performance capability for my daily driver. I really like the direction Hyundai went with the Genesis. It seems to me like it would be good enough and adds a lot of practicality into the equation.

I plan on staring a family soon and wouldn't mind having something I'm not tempted to play around with all the time for my daily driver. I currently have an 08 Acura TL Type S that does a great job, but I want something more modern with tech and luxury.

What I've seen is CTS V-Sports (premium trim) with sub 20K miles around $40K and the 5.0 Genesis with Ultimate package with sub 20K miles for $35-40K. So they are both in the same ballpark (given the Genesis is a model year newer and usually less miles). I still need to drive the Genesis, I've only sat in one. I think I'll like it but need to compare these two head to head. To me they are both fairly close in terms of mixing performance with luxury, but the vsport shines with performance, where the Genesis shines with usability and I'd call convenient luxury. My wife has a fully loaded Cadillac ATS and the CUE system is a joke at those price points. Both cars though pack a ton of technology and bells and whistles. Both have edgy styling that makes a statement. I'm likely a few months out from making a decision on one, but looking forward to learning more. I'm a car junkie and have already spent a ton of time researching.

 

[swift996]

Welcome! You sound like a real car enthusiast. You'll definitely need to drive both the CTS V-Sport and the Genesis Sedan before making any decisions. I test drove a V-Sport and it just didn't put a smile on my face the way the Genesis Sedan did. They're both very nice cars and you can't go wrong owning either one...

Thanks, agreed. I always start off car searches with, maybe I'll just consider both and wait to find the best deal and jump on it. However, after driving a car, my favorite emerges and then I have to have the car I like most. I'm probably 70/30 Genesis unless I just don't like the way it drives. The Vsport might be a better option for me if I didn't have a sports car too. I think it would give me what I'm looking for if I needed one car that did it all. However, I plan on always having some type of sports car so I'm growing more interested in a luxurious car that is just easy to drive to work every day. I'm not abandoning my thrill of driving, so I'll need it to still handle and enough power to maneuver around and not feel soulless.

For anyone interested, here's my car pedigree. I'm a tuner at heart but growing older, I like tinkering, just not as much fun as it use to be:
Honda CRX SI (B16A)
Mazda RX7 Turbo (10th Anniversary)
Honda Prelude SI 4WS
Mazda RX7 Turbo
Mazda RX7 (3rd Gen)
Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V
Mazda RX-8
Honda Prelude
Porsche 911 (996 C4)
Acura Integra GS-R Turbo (Track Duty)
Acura TSX
BMW M3 (e46)
Subaru BRZ (supercharged)
Cadillac CTS-V
Acura TL Type S
Lotus Evora

 

[Sal Collaziano]

That's an awesome list of cars! I'm a forced induction fanatic myself!

Here's some more in-depth thoughts on both cars...

I LOVE the front-end of the CTS.
I LIKE the backend.
I DISLIKE the sides.

I LOVE the front-end of the Genesis Sedan.
I LOVE the back-end...
I find nothing wrong with the sides...

I feel more "coddled" inside the Genesis. It feels more like a luxury sedan to me than the CTS does.

I also find it somewhat intriguing how the new Genesis Motors G80 is coming and my car looks exactly like it. I missed the whole "Lexus LS" thing in 1989 as I was too young - but I was always a big fan of Lexus and how they brought some amazing luxury vehicles to the U.S. at an amazing price. I see Hyundai doing that now and I like being a part of that as an owner...

Thanks, agreed. I always start off car searches with, maybe I'll just consider both and wait to find the best deal and jump on it. However, after driving a car, my favorite emerges and then I have to have the car I like most. I'm probably 70/30 Genesis unless I just don't like the way it drives. The Vsport might be a better option for me if I didn't have a sports car too. I think it would give me what I'm looking for if I needed one car that did it all. However, I plan on always having some type of sports car so I'm growing more interested in a luxurious car that is just easy to drive to work every day. I'm not abandoning my thrill of driving, so I'll need it to still handle and enough power to maneuver around and not feel soulless.

For anyone interested, here's my car pedigree. I'm a tuner at heart but growing older, I like tinkering, just not as much fun as it use to be:
Honda CRX SI (B16A)
Mazda RX7 Turbo (10th Anniversary)
Honda Prelude SI 4WS
Mazda RX7 Turbo
Mazda RX7 (3rd Gen)
Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V
Mazda RX-8
Honda Prelude
Porsche 911 (996 C4)
Acura Integra GS-R Turbo (Track Duty)
Acura TSX
BMW M3 (e46)
Subaru BRZ (supercharged)
Cadillac CTS-V
Acura TL Type S
Lotus Evora

 

[trespinosranch]

Here is a link comparing the 2016's:

http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1098291_hyundai-genesis-vs-cadillac-cts-compare-cars

 

[Munch520]

Zero interest in anything they put out until they nuke that Cue system and start over