Genesis vs LS
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Do you know what specific issues were problematic? The only problems I’m aware of were the sunroof wind noise (corrected at the dealer by an adjustment) and an oil hose to the turbo recall. I’m interested in the Ultimate V8 model and that is a naturally aspirated model.
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Do you know what specific issues were problematic? The only problems I’m aware of were the sunroof wind noise (corrected at the dealer by an adjustment) and an oil hose to the turbo recall. I’m interested in the Ultimate V8 model and that is a naturally aspirated model.
Keep in mind this is relative; it's not like the 2017 G90 is a complete POS. The used 17 G90 prices are very attractive, with V8 Ultimate's in the high $30s/low $40s based on condition and mileage.
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If you’re looking to spend under 20k, get the LS460. The older model Genesis were ok...the only ones I could find had the 3.8l v6s which was a no-no personally. On top of that, LS interior quality was better back then. If you’re budget is more like 30k or above, I would consider a Genesis but LS is still a great choice!
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Here's an interesting take on the whole Lexus LS vs Genesis G90 discussion, from the Genesis G90 forum's perspective. This thread is mostly comparing the new LS500 to the G90, but it does offer some interesting discussion about the differences between the two flagship sedans (with an obvious bias towards the Genesis).
https://genesisowners.com/genesis-fo...ference.28992/
https://genesisowners.com/genesis-fo...ference.28992/
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From: Tx
Here's an interesting take on the whole Lexus LS vs Genesis G90 discussion, from the Genesis G90 forum's perspective. This thread is mostly comparing the new LS500 to the G90, but it does offer some interesting discussion about the differences between the two flagship sedans (with an obvious bias towards the Genesis).
https://genesisowners.com/genesis-fo...ference.28992/
https://genesisowners.com/genesis-fo...ference.28992/
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From: CA
Here's an interesting take on the whole Lexus LS vs Genesis G90 discussion, from the Genesis G90 forum's perspective. This thread is mostly comparing the new LS500 to the G90, but it does offer some interesting discussion about the differences between the two flagship sedans (with an obvious bias towards the Genesis).
https://genesisowners.com/genesis-fo...ference.28992/
https://genesisowners.com/genesis-fo...ference.28992/
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And let's not forget that for the first time ever, this year, the Genesis G-90 toppled Lexus in the J. D. Power dependability survey for 2020 models. A first in the 31 year history of J. D. Power surveys....... Lexus was ranked in second place, surprise, surprise....OOOOooooh, noooooooo, please tell me it isn't so; but it is ladies and gentlemen!