2018 Genesis G80 Sport vs Mercedes E43 AMG Review

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  • We go for a drive in the 2018 Genesis G80 Sport and the Mercedes E43 AMG. These luxury sport sedans are more similar than you think.
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  • @TheStraightPipes
    @TheStraightPipes  7 років тому +62

    Watch our full Genesis delivery process video: ua-cam.com/video/V7MzjL_8QhQ/v-deo.html

    • @oaidaalexandru7315
      @oaidaalexandru7315 7 років тому +6

      This review is a joke....

    • @wrestlingteens4502
      @wrestlingteens4502 6 років тому

      Review a Ford Expedition

    • @wrestlingteens4502
      @wrestlingteens4502 6 років тому

      And toyota sienna

    • @Qrzychu92
      @Qrzychu92 6 років тому

      I know this is old review, but what about Jag XF compared to those 2? It's far more unique than the G80, very classic in sense of interior and drives better :P

    • @rnbv_the_only
      @rnbv_the_only 6 років тому

      Юра, а в очках это двойник Павла Блюденова?))

  • @lecoureurdesbois86
    @lecoureurdesbois86 6 років тому +640

    I'm honestly starting to become a Genesis fanboi

    • @bond12
      @bond12 5 років тому +6

      Me Too!!!!!!
      I am going to get one!!!!

    • @timroberts917
      @timroberts917 5 років тому +9

      2002 XG 350L and 2017 G80 3.8 Premium in my driveway rn. Go get one

    • @ritiksfilms
      @ritiksfilms 5 років тому

      tim Roberts 2002?

    • @timroberts917
      @timroberts917 5 років тому

      @@ritiksfilms yeah

    • @timroberts917
      @timroberts917 5 років тому

      @@ritiksfilms just like Hyundai's first attempt at a luxury sedan.

  • @EzeSold
    @EzeSold 7 років тому +272

    Guys, I test drove the Genesis G80 Sport, Jaguar XF and the BMW 540 and loved the Genesis G80, which I traded for my Porsche Macan recently. One of the best cars offering great value for money in the market today!

    • @pd5156
      @pd5156 5 років тому +21

      Please make a UA-cam tutorial how to make enough money to buy G80. Thank You Sir.,

    • @mujjuman
      @mujjuman 5 років тому +2

      Please make a UA-cam tutorial how to make enough money to buy G80

    • @DC3thacoop
      @DC3thacoop 5 років тому

      Fazal Hussain I’m getting one Friday

    • @saleh.hashmi
      @saleh.hashmi 5 років тому

      @@pd5156 The guy is a real estate agent....

    • @Hallowsaw
      @Hallowsaw 5 років тому

      Value and a luxury car? Ask Dave Ramsey about the correlation between luxury cars and wealth.

  • @zainh8742
    @zainh8742 6 років тому +48

    Gotta Admit It That The Genisis Is Killing It Throughout Every Review On UA-cam

  • @jeffreyalford3548
    @jeffreyalford3548 6 років тому +75

    Driven both, own the G80 sport. The best part is never having to go to the dealer or drop it off at a shop for maintenance for no extra charge.

    • @blackice51374
      @blackice51374 4 роки тому +5

      @DC Williams your feelings are hurt

    • @muscleeveryday
      @muscleeveryday 4 роки тому +1

      DC Williams Mercedes charges $10 a month for carplay alone LOL

    • @SM-1010
      @SM-1010 4 роки тому +1

      Muscle Everyday no it comes standard

    • @SM-1010
      @SM-1010 4 роки тому +3

      You will be surprised how many of them Hyundai’s end up in the shop. It isn’t any different

    • @rayreggie03
      @rayreggie03 3 роки тому +1

      I have a E43, the shop comes and gets my car and leaves a loaner no charge.

  • @recoveringnewyorker2243
    @recoveringnewyorker2243 7 років тому +527

    AMG = All Money Gone!

  • @JesseCarmichaelAutos
    @JesseCarmichaelAutos 7 років тому +842

    The problem with the E-Class for me is that it looks far too similar to the C-class

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  7 років тому +103

      Yeah they all look very similar now

    • @NikoBell12
      @NikoBell12 7 років тому +89

      That wore off for me quickly. I can easily spot the differences and on the inside, where it really matters, it definitely ain't no C-Class I can tell you that much.

    • @krugerdave
      @krugerdave 7 років тому +29

      Jesse Carmichael I totally agree, but there's an easy way to tell the difference, especially since the recent S-Class facelift: one LED strip in the headlights equals C-Class, two equals E-Class, three means S-Class. I'm still lost when it comes to recognising them from behind though...

    • @JesseCarmichaelAutos
      @JesseCarmichaelAutos 7 років тому +10

      Dave Kruger oh yeah for sure. I can tell the differences and inside it is far nicer, but from a styling standpoint, they're very similar.

    • @jarretthenshaw2916
      @jarretthenshaw2916 7 років тому +16

      I thought it was a C class at first.

  • @vladsaghin7644
    @vladsaghin7644 7 років тому +418

    Damn that mercedes is not 30 000$ better than the G80!! I'd get the G80 as a daily and keep the 30k to buy a roadster or something

    • @poymu4929
      @poymu4929 7 років тому +40

      do you have 80k? because if you had 80k for luxury sedan, you wouldn't be worried about extra 30k

    • @charles-davidberube1174
      @charles-davidberube1174 7 років тому +21

      nddd nss believe me, the e43 outsells the g80 5 to 1.
      It speaks for itself. When you have the money, you don't care how much more expensive it is. You just want the best.

    • @poymu4929
      @poymu4929 7 років тому +4

      nddd nss how is 30k a lot of money for luxury? its chump change. That's why This fake audi grill is failure so far

    • @soccer73985
      @soccer73985 6 років тому +42

      @@charles-davidberube1174 lmao then why do people go for a e43 instead of the e63, you make no sense lol

    • @charles-davidberube1174
      @charles-davidberube1174 6 років тому +3

      @@soccer73985 e43 is a 100k car.
      The e63 is a 140k car.
      There is a huge difference and not everyone needs that extra power. But people who want power will pay the extra for the v8.

  • @wchart1
    @wchart1 6 років тому +53

    I drive a G80 after driving an Audi A6 Bi Turbo and Range Rover. For the money the Genesis is incredible! I'll bank the 30k I saved for some gimmick features of the Benz. Power and performance are there for both. The adaptive cruise control of the G80 is amazing. Genesis is another player from Asia like Lexus and Infiniti keeping the Europeans on their games for over priced 4 cylinder turbos

    • @etaesu83
      @etaesu83 6 років тому +3

      Wayne Hart any reason behind the dramatic change in car choice?

    • @robbyjai
      @robbyjai 5 років тому +1

      @@etaesu83 lols you believe his shit ???? hahahahahahahahahah dude cant even afford a fucking cardboard box lols.

    • @kckrol85
      @kckrol85 5 років тому +3

      @@robbyjai LOL You guys will be driving Chevys for the rest of eternity!

    • @robbyjai
      @robbyjai 5 років тому +2

      @@kckrol85 i drive a porsche you dickhead lols nice try. Look at my youtube channel to see for yourself you dickhead lols

    • @sv52308
      @sv52308 4 роки тому

      @@robbyjai and how do you know he can't afford a cardboard box

  • @lexusfan100
    @lexusfan100 7 років тому +498

    Wow who knew that a genesis would compare to germans...i really like the value and overall car of genesis. Great job genesis

    • @samirshah1533
      @samirshah1533 7 років тому +17

      yes exactly.

    • @kylosolo6128
      @kylosolo6128 7 років тому +13

      My beautiful and amazing mistress
      With that much of a difference in price, of course you wouldn't expect the genesis to be the same level as the Merc, but if one is looking for a better value for the money, then Genesis will definitely be a good choice

    • @MrStlover99
      @MrStlover99 7 років тому +2

      lexusfan100 lol, German cars lose value faster than a white loses her panties

    • @MrStlover99
      @MrStlover99 7 років тому +1

      Todd m not true

    • @MrStlover99
      @MrStlover99 7 років тому +3

      VQ3713 I will not buy a German car. I do like audi rs7, rs4, c63 but the rest, hell no. I'm not making bad investments like that

  • @edwankael
    @edwankael 7 років тому +85

    5:18 "We're gonna check out these interiors"
    5:21 "This front end is sooooo good"

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  7 років тому +8

      +Edwan Tham we showed you the interiors during that segment. It was right after. We already discussed the exteriors a bit before that

    • @edwankael
      @edwankael 7 років тому +2

      Thanks haha, awesome review btw

    • @YuriTereshyn
      @YuriTereshyn 7 років тому +8

      Edwan Tham we try our medium

    • @edwankael
      @edwankael 7 років тому +1

      cool

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  7 років тому +1

      +Edwan Tham haha no problem

  • @bj052088meyers
    @bj052088meyers 5 років тому +61

    I have a G80, and have to say I love it!

    • @tmwall25
      @tmwall25 4 роки тому

      Bernard Meyers did you get it delivered to your house/office?

    • @TA-ht4jo
      @TA-ht4jo 3 роки тому

      I have the G70 and I’m thinking about trading it for the G80

    • @imraanbulbulia80
      @imraanbulbulia80 3 роки тому

      @@TA-ht4jo I have a 2020 G703.3sport and I I just picked up a 2018 G80sport. $34,500 Canadian with 64000km. I love both.

    • @ralphcooper1287
      @ralphcooper1287 2 роки тому

      I own the 2018 3.3 twin turbo G80 my cousins on s550s and they stay in the shop G80 is a problem free but you must use that 93 octane

  • @seinsmeld13
    @seinsmeld13 6 років тому +30

    I'd take the AMG. Thanks for the great review.

    • @9aqua_man282
      @9aqua_man282 4 роки тому +2

      For sure!

    • @localboy2010
      @localboy2010 3 роки тому +3

      You are wrong

    • @seinsmeld13
      @seinsmeld13 3 роки тому +1

      @@localboy2010 Why?????

    • @eaglesfan9800
      @eaglesfan9800 6 місяців тому

      I agree. They are biased. The g80 is cheaply built and the interior does not compare..

  • @coooolsmurffff
    @coooolsmurffff 7 років тому +89

    I drive cars with badges but damn, g80 looks so nice on the outside. Might have to reconsider my choices

  • @coltoncuevas2265
    @coltoncuevas2265 7 років тому +24

    You guys deserve so many more views than you’re getting. I love your reviews and the real world approach you take rather than the enthusiast approach other reviewers take.

    • @delcyvoisine8896
      @delcyvoisine8896 7 років тому +1

      They seem to like one another and I like the way they tease themselves -- all for good fun.

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  7 років тому +2

      +Delcy Voisine thanks!

  • @kj2159
    @kj2159 7 років тому +118

    G80 looks sooo good.
    Saw some fully uncovered leaked pictures of the G70 on reddit yesterday, that made me excited!

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  7 років тому +5

      +KJ yeah we can't wait to test that one

    • @kj2159
      @kj2159 7 років тому +3

      TheStraightPipes Looking forward to seeing that video!
      I've talked to you guys on r/cars/autos so I assume you've seen the pics too?? ;)

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  7 років тому +3

      +KJ yep we've seen the spy shots. Looks great so far

    • @davidlundmark9359
      @davidlundmark9359 7 років тому +1

      I keep hearing "sooo good" so much on all of StraightPipes videos!

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  7 років тому +4

      +David Lundmark #SG

  • @NikoBell12
    @NikoBell12 7 років тому +129

    Tough choice, I really like the new G80 Sport. I'm not sold on the Merc. To me it just isn't a proper E550 replacement and it sure as hell doesn't deserve to be called an AMG. If its engine wasn't put together by one person in Affalterbach then it isn't an AMG, period. And for that money, I'd go the extra mile and get the E63 which is a different ball park. So G80 wins if you ask me.

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  7 років тому +7

      +NikoBell12 yeah amg is a pretty serious badge to uphold

    • @hasanal-habbobi4018
      @hasanal-habbobi4018 7 років тому +4

      NikoBell12 I disagree Amg ultimatly means the car is more sporty. Mercedes as defualt is luxury and then you have Amg which leans more to the sport spectrum. But ti be sporty it comprises a little on comfort and luxury as well as fuel economy. However some people want something in between. They don't need a gas guzzling v8 but they don't want just any v6 e class they want a slightly better looking more atheltic sporty one. So this fits right in between nicely. The Amg project one will not be one man one engine yet it still will be arguably the best Amg to date. One man one engine isnt what makes an Amg an Amg. Its the sportyness of the car. Ehat Amg are doing with the 43 is creating a spectrum to give people a choice between how much luxury and sport they want over the other
      Its definitely a great replacement. Its interior is miles better and technology is light years ahead of the game not to mention the level of comfort and luxury it has over the genesis let alone the previous e55

    • @Liam-qb7em
      @Liam-qb7em 7 років тому +11

      NikoBell12 My dad owns a '17 E43, i'm telling you, it's definitely not slow. It also sounds really good.

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  7 років тому +5

      +marylandcarspots it's not slow but it's also not E63 fast ;). It's as fast as the G80 in a straight line, but the E43 leaves the G80 in the ditch if you hit some corners

    • @silkschoka008
      @silkschoka008 7 років тому

      marylandcarspots good taste

  • @ARentz07
    @ARentz07 7 років тому +46

    G80 all the way, because it's actually semi-in-my-budget, lol. The E is too expensive. Also, I rented a G80 5.0 Ultimate through Turo and loved that car.

  • @Allelectric123
    @Allelectric123 7 років тому +20

    Great review on the genesis and AMG guys.

  • @joseebrassard5462
    @joseebrassard5462 7 років тому +9

    Watched the review of the 2018 Genesis G80 Sport vs Mercedes E43 AMG. Funnily enough, we bought that E43 AMG a few days ago! Mercedes forever! Josée

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  7 років тому

      +Josee Brassard check out how much fun we had at the AMG performance tour last week!

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  7 років тому

      +Josee Brassard awesome, congrats

  • @Serie56sfm
    @Serie56sfm 7 років тому +118

    Genesis

    • @chieht7009
      @chieht7009 6 років тому +2

      G80 sport is better

  • @ak2112
    @ak2112 7 років тому +34

    Fuck it, I'll take the Hyundai

  • @Music_therapyforyou
    @Music_therapyforyou 3 роки тому +2

    Watched this a day before I bought my 2019 genesis sport. White / black. Soooo happy with it! Now I’m on stage 3 GTS tune making roughly 420 HP and 550 torque. She’s truly a monster now

  • @petkokrushev3840
    @petkokrushev3840 7 років тому +24

    G80 is just cool, maybe the interior is not so great, but overall package is amazing

  • @longdo6278
    @longdo6278 6 років тому +21

    I love Genesis so much!!!

  • @WellnessWise92
    @WellnessWise92 5 років тому +26

    Genesis is cool and everything but damn that Mercedes interior is next level!

  • @wrzl1675
    @wrzl1675 5 років тому +4

    I’ve driven the G80 5.0 V8 (420 hp) RWD Ultimate package version and I would hands down buy the G80 but have never driven that particular Benz.
    G80 5.0 is awesome, so much better than I thought it would be.

  • @SEDiTiOUS0NE
    @SEDiTiOUS0NE 7 років тому +64

    I'm waiting to see what the G70 looks like and costs.

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  7 років тому +7

      +SEDiTiOUS0NE us too

    • @poymu4929
      @poymu4929 7 років тому +1

      It will probably still have Bentley badge and Audi grill

    • @1nonlybrady
      @1nonlybrady 4 роки тому

      poy Mu 😂😂

    • @TA-ht4jo
      @TA-ht4jo 3 роки тому

      I have the G70 and it’s amazing. I love it.

  • @solomonecclesia5253
    @solomonecclesia5253 3 роки тому +2

    Just bought the 2018 E 43 AMG with 14,000 miles for 55,000. Gotta love the aftermarket

    • @msmith2065
      @msmith2065 Рік тому

      I'm looking around for almost the same price how is the car holding up?

  • @3811eric
    @3811eric 7 років тому +65

    The Genesis g80 sport is dope!! I am getting this car. G80 looks so much better than this boring MB E class... Enough said.

    • @Nestle245
      @Nestle245 7 років тому

      I think I might lease it as well if the test drive is good. I rented an Elantra the other day and I didn't like the steering and handling, way too light and indirect. Hope it isn't the same for this car.

    • @FiredEmpire
      @FiredEmpire 6 років тому +3

      Korean cars are low quality copycat garbage. Rich people want their cars built in first world countries like Germany, Japan and Sweden, but Korea? no thanks. Third world cars for third world markets.

    • @NOFATCHICK1
      @NOFATCHICK1 6 років тому +12

      @@FiredEmpire dumb comment

    • @derekyam1805
      @derekyam1805 6 років тому +6

      did you just call Korea a third world country? HAHAHAHAHAHHAHHAHAAH I'm so done with people on the internet...

    • @reusreus2145
      @reusreus2145 5 років тому +1

      Korean car always Low quality.

  • @rogerp4612
    @rogerp4612 7 років тому +9

    Good review guys. I think the Genesis absolutely slays the Merc on looks. The German is more sporty and has more toys but the price premium is significant. I'm seeing a ton of value in the Genesis.

  • @tomcat6933
    @tomcat6933 6 років тому +14

    I had a Mercedes 560sl and a BMW 330ci. Now i have a g80 sport awd and I am very pleased.

    • @pbjracing14yearsago49
      @pbjracing14yearsago49 6 років тому +1

      i drive a 2002 honda oddessy. it is my only car. i am sad.

    • @simranjeetrocks
      @simranjeetrocks 5 років тому +1

      @@pbjracing14yearsago49 a cars a car bro don't be disappointed in what you drive work hard and one day you'll be able to get the car of your dreams 💯💯

  • @victorkenarsy3024
    @victorkenarsy3024 4 роки тому +2

    Chirping about reliability is for those who couldn’t afford to buy and maintain either car. These cars are meant to be status symbols and for that reason Eclass.

  • @MSH3423
    @MSH3423 6 років тому +18

    Model: 2018 Genesis G80
    MSRP: From $55,250
    E43 AMG
    MSRP $72,595
    $20 difference is quite large.

    • @335xi1
      @335xi1 6 років тому +4

      @Mr.Tweezy007 You*

    • @sunilsidhwani4757
      @sunilsidhwani4757 5 років тому +2

      $20k is quite large but the feeling and experience makeup for it. I've had Hyundai products in the past. No thanks!

  • @yeezus292
    @yeezus292 5 років тому +49

    A smart man buys the genesis and uses the 30,000 for a real amg the w204 c63

    • @lambokiller99
      @lambokiller99 5 років тому +4

      @Retro Game Bookcase Reviews doesn't even look remotely like an audi.

  • @alexandergoldman
    @alexandergoldman 7 років тому +10

    Great vid gents. Like the AMG but agree with everything you boyz mentioned...REALLY IMPRESSED with this Genesis. I'm a bit of a brand snob...partial to the Germans, but I could definitely see myself buying this Genesis G80; love the looks. Keep up the awesome work

  • @IAMBENNYBLANCO.
    @IAMBENNYBLANCO. 6 років тому +18

    We in Wakanda choose the Genesis

  • @charlesduran8700
    @charlesduran8700 7 років тому +14

    I had a '05 E class and it was an engineering nightmare. Traded for the first Generation Genesis, a 4.6 ( '09 ). it was spectacular . Fast forward to 2018 , I bought a G80 5.0 Htrac ,did not want a V6 , and it came loaded to the gills. Everything is standard including Free maintenance. It is roomy , fast, Quiet ,Smooth and Reliable . Every where I go, it gets compliments . Unlike the Sport it has real wood in the interior and it looks fabulous . But the best thing, I don't see myself coming and going around every corner . If you are not into name cache ,like me , The G80 is worth considering. 👍🏿

    • @inoginoino
      @inoginoino 6 років тому

      Had a r-spec 13 got the G80 sport 18 the sport ride is the better way to go . It is so smooth on every bump

  • @petersymes8467
    @petersymes8467 7 років тому +39

    I am driving my 4th Hyundai product and I would get the G80 over the Merc every time.

  • @paulschmitzer8071
    @paulschmitzer8071 7 років тому +16

    Great review! Next time have a stack of $30,000 sitting in the passenger seat of the G80 Sport! It's hard to walk away from such a close competition of class leading sedans when the price difference between them could buy a whole additional car!

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  7 років тому +4

      +Paul Schmitzer Hahahah great point. If I had an extra $30,000 stack I'd probably buy something really unnecessary and fun with it

    • @poymu4929
      @poymu4929 7 років тому

      They are not close at all. E43 is better in everyway. Luxury is not place to cheap out. Pay the extra and get the full experience. Anyways, if someone is shopping for midsize luxury sedan for 80k. 30k is just chump change.

    • @divisiondrive7599
      @divisiondrive7599 6 років тому +4

      poy Mu $30000 is never chump change. You look at the wealthiest people in they come up $30000 short best believe they can Sue you for In will. I was actually cross shopping The E300 ( Because I can't Afford the E43)And the G80 sport. In actuality I don't even know how I stumbled upon the G80 Well I'm glad I did. Me personally I don't get caught up in brand identity. Both cars have everything I want. The things that the E class has That I will miss out on that I really want Is the ambient lighting. And the full digital display Which you have to buy the premium 3 package on the 300 Which is an additional $10200. Would you would still have to add The massaging seats At 1320 Adaptive headlights And if you want the high end burmaster sound system is an additional 4000 Bring in the E class to 75465. And you still only get Turbo 4 cylinder. The car they have spect in the video up think he said 91000. Me personally I don't think the Benz is a whole 2018 Mazda 6 signature More than The G80. But to each his own.

  • @IbrahimNameer
    @IbrahimNameer 7 років тому +2

    These guys are so good. The style is refreshing.

  • @lord_raedan
    @lord_raedan 7 років тому +3

    Genesis did an awesome job with this car, they've got their work cut out for em as far as making future versions look even better. Thanks for another awesome vid guys, keep em coming.

    • @laurendiegle9178
      @laurendiegle9178 3 роки тому

      And they made them look even better…2022 G80 and G70

  • @thelifeandtimesofyoboislim8967
    @thelifeandtimesofyoboislim8967 7 років тому +1

    The G80 all day. I love mine. This is my 4th Genesis. 2011 4.6, 2013 Rspec 5.0, 2015 5.0 and now 2018 3.3 Twin Turbo sport.

  • @ahmaddaniel1505
    @ahmaddaniel1505 7 років тому +20

    G80 of course “rarity”

  • @ericible2058
    @ericible2058 5 років тому +1

    Just purchased a 2019 G80 sport. 0 regrets!! Adore it!

    • @shawnward3160
      @shawnward3160 5 років тому

      Just purchased a g80 yesterday and its. Beautiful... I love german cars but I hate the fact that they are problematic!!! This is the same feel ...no random check engine light...$ 350..oil changes....

    • @lumij8122
      @lumij8122 5 років тому

      Tune that baby and you got 400+hp!

    • @shawnward3160
      @shawnward3160 5 років тому

      @@lumij8122 funny thing I bought it from a hyundai dealership and it had an aem intake on ..... How do I get 400hp

    • @lumij8122
      @lumij8122 5 років тому

      @@shawnward3160 Get a plug and play tune if you want to keep your warranty(JB4 or Racechip GTS) or get a full custom tune for make even more power.

  • @626KiDD
    @626KiDD 7 років тому +104

    Exterior the Genesis G80 looks great, got to see the car in person at the LA Auto. The interior the Benz surpasses the G80 with its features if one willing to pay more 💰 for all the stuff. The Genesis G80 will be an idea choice, but for brand snobs, it's the Benz.

    • @johnnybenz9738
      @johnnybenz9738 7 років тому +3

      im one of the brand snobs but i do genuinely love cars

    • @KeenJT
      @KeenJT 7 років тому

      You can see where the extra 15-20k goes in R&D and also implementation in terms of interior versus each car. There are people within that market that don't need so much tech and amazing HUDs and just want a nice, upper class car..but then there people who want the upper class car, and the name of merc + AMG who will pay the extra cash. Great market to be in for sure

    • @dextersmithbsee
      @dextersmithbsee 6 років тому +3

      People that can afford full blown Mercedes give side eyes to any other luxury brand except big Bimmers and very nice Audi's.

    • @meetseth3
      @meetseth3 4 роки тому

      @@dextersmithbsee 10000%

    • @Domepeezy
      @Domepeezy 4 роки тому

      @@dextersmithbsee not true lol

  • @pmbison73
    @pmbison73 5 років тому +1

    These guys probably are the BEST car reviewers I ever seen

  • @osalmalki8713
    @osalmalki8713 7 років тому +74

    What a great show ❤️❤️❤️

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  7 років тому +3

      Thanks!

    • @xma_d
      @xma_d 7 років тому

      عنصرين احد ما تعجبه شي من مرسيدس

    • @sid_husseni
      @sid_husseni 7 років тому

      Fasoolay Fi انت ايش جاب امك هنا؟

  • @turbo1997hsm
    @turbo1997hsm 7 років тому +1

    That's one of the reasons why I love my Genesis. It's rare and not everywhere

  • @EricFortuneJr.
    @EricFortuneJr. 6 років тому +11

    Meh... after working in a few dealers I’d prefer the more reliable Genesis plus it has a lower cost of ownership. Korean carmakers are fallowing in the footsteps of Toyota/Lexus so I predict they’ll continue to get better over time. That fancy dashboard integrated with the infotainment in the Mercedes? IT WILL BREAK!!! And will cost hundreds if not thousands in parts and labor. That snappy quick shifting 9 speed gearbox in the Mercedes will cost more than the car is worth when the clutch pack burns out in that AMG! Don’t even get me started on the air ride and AMG brakes. Don’t get me wrong, I have a soft spot for Mercedes but they’re only good for leasing as they’ll cost at least 2x or 3x in repairs throughout the life of the car however long that is. Now I worked for Kia and the majority of the problems that came through were small quality issues that were often covered under warranty, the more serious powertrain defects were often covered either under the factory warranty or some type of warranty company. I’ve even seen situations where after enough complaints by a single customer Kia/Hyundai would cover a major repair even though it was totally outside of it’s warranty period just to make the customer happy. General Motors will not do that, we had a Chevy that was under warranty with a bad catalyst and they gave us the run around for a while before they finally took it into the shop to tell what we already knew. Never bought another Chevy after that.

  • @billreddy7593
    @billreddy7593 4 роки тому +3

    I owned a Mercedes E430 and it was SWEET. Quiet, powerful and smooth. My next car will be a G80. They're pretty sweet. I think the G90 is just too big, and parking in the city can be challenging.

  • @EDHBlvd
    @EDHBlvd 7 років тому +3

    Man you guys kill it. This was such a good comparison. Love that you covered the Genesis delivery. If they made a G80 Sport Wagon, I’d order one today.

  • @dogwapofthebarnowlbakery3655

    Wow. Great video. No wasted words or excess clowning around. Just the right level of detail. The comparison is spot on. Well done, guys!

  • @ywgsneakers2476
    @ywgsneakers2476 6 років тому +6

    I've driven both and personally find the E43 superior although the exhaust sound without the performance exhaust is lacklustre and has very discreet pops. The G80 is a very good car and I like the exterior styling more but I find the interior quality is poor and a let down. I understand it is a cheaper alternative to the E43 but it needs a far better interior to convince buyers away from the E43. I think a better comparison would be the E300 vs the G80 or the E400/450 vs the G80. I am a Mercedes/AMG fan boy and have consistently owned Mercedes only so I may be biased but the G80 is fantastic I think the Genesis brand has a lot of potential and I expect their cars to give the germans a run for their money

    • @johnconelly9139
      @johnconelly9139 Рік тому

      I compares to a Camry or at best Acura, Infiniti and Lexus. Not even close to an E400 even a 2015 is better.

  • @mobettertat2
    @mobettertat2 6 років тому +4

    I have the G80 Sport and love it. my friend has the E63s AMG and I would take that over my Genesis, but for half the price I'm more than happy with my G80.

    • @Skullfuck34
      @Skullfuck34 6 років тому

      Shannon Anderson man! that e63s amg is a beast! Tad outta that price range tho lol

  • @HoppeTravelDiaries
    @HoppeTravelDiaries 7 років тому +32

    Genesis all the way!!

  • @milli2385
    @milli2385 6 років тому +2

    Still one of my favorite straight pipes videos 💯

  • @disracenboi336
    @disracenboi336 5 років тому +12

    Damn Acura just fell off ...I would love to see a Acura that competes with the 5 series, e class and G80.

    • @disracenboi336
      @disracenboi336 5 років тому

      Troy Burtwell imagine a midsize TL with Super handling awd and a cost of 35-50.000$ with different engine trims, like a base 1.8 turbo, standard V6 and a type R engine powered TL Type S with AWD standard and more power and torque.

    • @disracenboi336
      @disracenboi336 5 років тому

      Troy Burtwell I’m sure Acura will try a performance variant, the RLX is touted for being like a NSX, so I’m sure Acura must be interested in performance still.

    • @laurendiegle9178
      @laurendiegle9178 3 роки тому

      This comment did not age well…2021/22 Acura A and S-Type is amazing. I am a G80 Sport owner though.

  • @M240Waheed
    @M240Waheed 7 років тому

    You guys are the best UA-cam car channel hands down

  • @pnwautocar5291
    @pnwautocar5291 7 років тому +3

    The E43 somewhat goes back to one of the most desirable parts of owning an AMG...understated performance. One doesn't know it's an AMG until it blasts past you with a lovely sounding V6. New AMGs, like the E63, are obvious. They are really easy to spot. The bigger intakes, especially the big splitter on the front of all (except 43 models) AMGs now days. All the badging, redesigned lines like the bulging hood. It's things like that that have moved AMG toward performance (the BMW M route) and away from the luxury, understated-ness of AMGs. That's why I would have the E43.

  • @amcdonal86VT
    @amcdonal86VT Рік тому +1

    It's now 2023, the merc has aged so much better

  • @ibitaRaptor
    @ibitaRaptor 7 років тому +38

    Genesis pls.

  • @johnwallace7715
    @johnwallace7715 7 років тому

    I was in need of a new car and test drove both cars. I purchased the G80 Sport. Best value for the money...so much included. The G80 Sport also had very smooth ride. Final point...it really stands out!!!

  • @TheZEFilms
    @TheZEFilms 7 років тому +27

    Hmm...
    If you want to stand out from the rest of the pack in the Luxury class, G80 would be the go to. If you're a person who loves tech and lots of things to play with, the E43 I think would be the car for you. (I see a lot of people in the Tech industry with Benz these days)
    One thing that bugs me a lot with the G80, is that Adaptive Cruise control on the front grill. How durable is it? With the rough construction seasons, and oh so famous parking lot hit and runners, I forsee that being a pricey thing to replace.

    • @YuriTereshyn
      @YuriTereshyn 7 років тому +1

      ZEFilms Productions good point about the durability of the radar thing.

  • @OPHIOHANNAH
    @OPHIOHANNAH 6 років тому

    I jumped on the Genesis train right away and bought a 2009 model the first year they came out. I have had no regrets. I got the V8 model with the 4.6 liter engine rated at 375 hp and the car is incredibly quick. It also has the tightest turn radius I've ever seen in a car this size. It's a very athletic and responsive vehicle, turns quickly, and is fun to drive. I bought this specifically as my summer road trip car and have taken it once from New York to North Carolina, once down to Maryland and several times to upstate NY. On long trips it is a very comfortable ride and the Lexicon sound system is superb. If you're looking for a luxury car you should definitely look into this brand. Genesis is now officially the luxury division of Hyundai and is functioning as a separate company.

  • @dboucher26
    @dboucher26 5 років тому +13

    The Genesis is better in IMHO. I’ve owned multiple high end cars and they all hang gears in sport mode.

    • @sv52308
      @sv52308 4 роки тому

      I won't say better but good value

  • @銀木石
    @銀木石 6 років тому +6

    Genesis G80 Sport is gonna be my next car!! God dammit I cant wait until I get my hands on one of these bad boys!!!

  • @marcste-marie8074
    @marcste-marie8074 7 років тому +9

    Perhaps do more performance data comparison. Also showing the engine bay and adding an exhaust clip w/ the different modes between the two cars.

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  7 років тому +4

      Marc Ste-Marie sure if people want to see engine bays. We do it on some videos as well as exhaust

  • @TheComp_Troller
    @TheComp_Troller 6 років тому +2

    I own a Mercedes C300 (I initially was looking at the E class but found it to be too big of a car for my needs). I absolutely love the way it looks and drives. The interior is so well appointed and luxurious. I will agree that the infotainment system is a bit cumbersome to use, but you get used to it and it does have a lot of features.

  • @StormAutoAdventures
    @StormAutoAdventures 5 років тому +3

    Excellent comparison guys! I really enjoyed watching it! Keep up the good work!

    • @mujjuman
      @mujjuman 5 років тому

      best video comparison

  • @alexivan8615
    @alexivan8615 4 роки тому +1

    This is my favorite vid from u guys!! Loved this format :D

    • @alexivan8615
      @alexivan8615 4 роки тому

      Crap why did i comment? I ddnt drive them both yet :( lol

  • @francisbawasanta6310
    @francisbawasanta6310 7 років тому +11

    I'm probably in the minority here. I really do not like all the slabby, tablet, animated gauge clusters in the luxury cars. I love tech but I prefer a tradition gauge cluster and seperate audio controls etc. I don't wanna slide for volume and I don't want to swipe menus. I want to blindly reach for knobs and turn them. I don't mind the middle section, in between the tach and speed being a screen but benz and tesla to me have gone too far. Audi seems like the perfect gauge cluster that's all tech. I'd go with the G80 just because of this. I happen to agree with you guys about the G80 looking more aggressive and being more unique. Bigger wheels on it and the diamond quilted leather of the G70 and it would be even better.

  • @Alumnikiid
    @Alumnikiid 7 років тому +13

    Whichever one will last me 7 years without alot of issues

    • @cuttight
      @cuttight 7 років тому +10

      That would be the Genesis G80 then. Modern Mercs are glitch fests on wheels. Also, they lack the engineering integrity and honesty they were once renowned for. All they do nowadays is cash in on that reputation and image they had in the old days. That same philosophy is now being applied to the AMG brand too. Hideously overpriced but no longer over-engineered.

    • @LoggyWD
      @LoggyWD 6 років тому +1

      Buy a Lexus instead.

    • @intellectual1193
      @intellectual1193 5 років тому

      Hyundai doesn't build good cars. Their paint and leather fades so quickly. Not reliable at all

    • @shawnward3160
      @shawnward3160 5 років тому +1

      My genesis is 5 years old looks brand-new????

    • @intellectual1193
      @intellectual1193 5 років тому

      I doubt it looks new after 5 years. Maybe I'm just a perfectionist

  • @kindacooll
    @kindacooll 7 років тому +30

    I want a G80 Sport! That grill is sweet! Can I move to Canada and drive cars around with you guys? Love this channel!

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  7 років тому +15

      +John Mercado sure come by but please don't kill us or do anything weird

    • @pbjracing14yearsago49
      @pbjracing14yearsago49 6 років тому

      @@TheStraightPipes is something up?

    • @kenlee-97
      @kenlee-97 3 роки тому

      @@TheStraightPipes he'll probably have to leave his gun(s) in his gun cabinet at home and cross the USA/Canadian border to come driving with you guys...

  • @stevetodd9014
    @stevetodd9014 7 років тому +3

    I drove both - i loved the Genesis but after driving the E class - no competition.

  • @DELOS13
    @DELOS13 7 років тому +6

    Mercedes has Fierce interior hands down the Genesis takes the exterior. I go with the overall underdog, Genesis

  • @crepreblow
    @crepreblow 7 років тому +10

    Wow their competing two luxury cars now wow.

  • @bun-n-cheese1290
    @bun-n-cheese1290 6 років тому

    Im actually in the market for a new sedan and this is one of the best videos for the G80 Ive seen. Its down to the G80 and the Q70. Thanks guys.

  • @PatrickOSullivanAUS
    @PatrickOSullivanAUS 7 років тому +9

    Genesis,buy two.

  • @trvshboi
    @trvshboi 3 роки тому

    its a head-turner everywhere I go. one of the best investments ever

  • @TheStraightPipes
    @TheStraightPipes  7 років тому +100

    Is the E43 worth the extra cost over the G80 Sport?

    • @frostfreedom1797
      @frostfreedom1797 7 років тому +37

      Yes, because of the "girl factor"; when did ANY girl ever swoon over a Korean car "Hey baby, I drive a genesis"?!? Every girl I know turns into butter for a Mercedes, Jeep Wrangler, Black F-150 and a Motorcycle (especially Ducati). :)

    • @frostfreedom1797
      @frostfreedom1797 7 років тому +11

      btw I loved the film Techniques in this video; especially that 3:52 Tracking Dolly in, zoom out shot. Well done!

    • @YuriTereshyn
      @YuriTereshyn 7 років тому +7

      Frost Freedom that was just a dolly in on a long lens with my gimbal and Segway. No zooming out

    • @frostfreedom1797
      @frostfreedom1797 7 років тому +3

      I took a guess that it was a "zoom out" as the cars came closer to the camera but either way I loved how it looked as they came over that hill.

    • @YuriTereshyn
      @YuriTereshyn 7 років тому +3

      Frost Freedom thanks!

  • @sailguy0321
    @sailguy0321 7 років тому

    Saw a Genesis G80 Sport at the dealership last week in metallic gray. Looked stunning with the copper accents.

  • @geigerzoola6642
    @geigerzoola6642 7 років тому +28

    Ill pick the g80

  • @mbizzle03
    @mbizzle03 6 років тому

    I really like these guys. I feel like I've hung out with them before talking about cars even though I haven't.

  • @kempster61
    @kempster61 5 років тому +12

    I would pick the Genesis G80 Sport out of these 2

  • @forevertall
    @forevertall 7 років тому +1

    I hope you guys have the ability to keep responding to comments in the future once you get more subs. Here since 29k!

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  7 років тому +2

      +Kergami we'll do our best

    • @forevertall
      @forevertall 7 років тому +1

      Hey if you can keep it up. Your channel will outshine the others! I promise you. It already does. But hey +1!

  • @ilyasb.4477
    @ilyasb.4477 7 років тому +3

    Cool comparison guys!

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  7 років тому +1

      +Ilyas BH thanks

    • @ilyasb.4477
      @ilyasb.4477 7 років тому +1

      I really like that you guys brought the price comparison in similarly equipped cars. At the end of the day, Price matters. Another point is that how funny it may sound, but one will look more unique in a Genesis (almost wrote Hyundai) rather than in MB. Also saw your video when you guys had a chance to "touch" the upcoming Kia Stinger, will be looking forward to your review of that car, hopefully sometime soon :)

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  7 років тому +1

      +Ilyas BH yeah we're hopefully going to be at that launch!

  • @gianhet
    @gianhet 7 років тому +1

    That E class' interior is on another level tho

  • @PanameraTurboSEHybrid
    @PanameraTurboSEHybrid 7 років тому +3

    Love the G80, loved driving it. But I seriously wished they redesigned the screen a bit, could've made it a little wider. Now I'm waiting on the G70...so many cars to choose from...

    • @mrknowmyself
      @mrknowmyself 6 років тому

      J Silver yeah... they shouldve designed it with more care... and widen it like g90s. G70s screen is not big enought either... it looks like a toy.
      They have to broaden it like e class

  • @danidiamond
    @danidiamond 7 років тому

    I drive the G80. Best decision I ever made. Here's a few things not mentioned in the video. The G80 comes fully loaded with features. The Mercedes comes stripped in comparison. Max it out with the same features and your paying 40% more. That's a lot of money. The G80 out of box: Auto wipers, auto high beams, heated seats front and back, heated steering wheel, ventilated seats, mirrors display the Genesis symbol on the floor at night when you walk up to car, trunk opens automatically when you stand close to trunk for 3 seconds, screen shades on all the back windows, adaptive cruise control, lane assist, cross traffic sensor, heads up display in color that shows you GPS, cruise Control settings, speed, music info, if someone is in blind spot, speed limit, your speed etc. It's epic! Never though I'd drive a Genesis. I get comments on it daily.

  • @Moisi547
    @Moisi547 6 років тому +21

    The mercedes looks sleeker from the rear and side view

    • @bananas1318
      @bananas1318 6 років тому +2

      looks out dated from the rear, the 2012 c class has that exact rear

  • @eqninja
    @eqninja 7 років тому

    My dudes... you guys are on your way to blowing up, and you deserve it!

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  7 років тому

      +kevin kirkbride thanks! Share the videos if you like them :)

  • @sicsol
    @sicsol 7 років тому +45

    I'm in search for a new vehicle - Subaru Forester is leaving the family

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  7 років тому +49

      +Gary Matthews Ferrari F40

    • @fouadowais2527
      @fouadowais2527 7 років тому +75

      Gary Matthews Keep the Forester and leave the family.

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  7 років тому +12

      +Fouad Owais hahahahhaha

    • @pumpuppthevolume
      @pumpuppthevolume 7 років тому +4

      get a Subaru Forester like a couple of years newer with less miles on it :P

    • @pj8761
      @pj8761 7 років тому +7

      Its amazing how many people are trading in their Subaru Forester for either the Genesis G80 sport or MB E class AMG !

  • @bassam_salim
    @bassam_salim 5 років тому

    I saw one passing by, it looks better than anything I have ever seen

  • @Adamlafi93
    @Adamlafi93 7 років тому +13

    Style wise, I am all about the G80. Also as a taller guy, the G80 seems a bit friendlier

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  7 років тому +3

      +Adamlafi93 as a taller guy, the G80 feels like it has so much more interior space

    • @TheRussell50
      @TheRussell50 7 років тому +3

      Yup, as a fellow tall driver I can confirm that this car has lots of interior room. Just picked up a used 16' Hyundai Genesis sedan, I love it. My previous car was a 13 Lexus GS 350 F Sport. The difference in interior room is dramatic.

    • @harshitbhandari7622
      @harshitbhandari7622 6 років тому

      how tall are u

    • @Skullfuck34
      @Skullfuck34 6 років тому

      I’m 6’5 270lbs. I drive the mb e350 sport VERY comfortably

  • @Nycholas1998
    @Nycholas1998 7 років тому +1

    The fact that Hyundai can even exist in the same video as Mercedes speaks volumes

  • @bigplumppenguin
    @bigplumppenguin 7 років тому +3

    Great review!! keep up the good work!!

  • @sevenpaulperalta929
    @sevenpaulperalta929 11 місяців тому

    That volume knob in the E43 is for when your passenger wants to lower volume to converse with you.

  • @AnasAlhosni
    @AnasAlhosni 7 років тому +7

    These guys r so cool. The video and channel as well.

  • @luckya824
    @luckya824 7 років тому

    I just LOVE your videos! In my opinion, you have the perfect mix of professionality and humour. Keeep on going!
    Cheers from Switzerland