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Aiways U5 vs Genesis GV80 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 304 HP), boot space and price (33,900 £ vs 59,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aiways U5 or Genesis GV80?

Aiways U5 vs Genesis GV80: Key differences

Aiways U5

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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Genesis GV80

  • markedly more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

U5

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Aiways U5 is considerably cheaper – starting at 33,900 £ , while the Genesis GV80 costs 59,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,467 £.

GV80

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Genesis GV80 offers markedly more power – delivering 304 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 100 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis GV80 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 6.9 s, while the Aiways U5 takes 7.5 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Genesis GV80 is clearly faster – reaching 237 km/h, while the Aiways U5 tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 77 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis GV80 delivers substantially more torque with 588 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 278 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Genesis GV80 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Aiways U5 is markedly lighter – 1,720 kg compared to 2,155 kg. The difference is around 435 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Genesis GV80 offers substantially more boot space – 735 L compared to 432 L. That’s a difference of about 303 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Genesis GV80 offers visibly more capacity – up to 2,152 L, about 597 L more than the Aiways U5.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis GV80 carries visibly more – 690 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 255 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis GV80 is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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GV80

Genesis GV80

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 - 304 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.8 - 10.8 L/100km
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Aiways U5

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Reviews Aiways U5

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Tore
1 Mar 2026, 23:09:03

Top car — 3.5 YEARS and 95,000 km and I haven't regretted it! Also, it only cost €33,000 in 2022 with the subsidy, and the ID.4 was totally bare‑bones.

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Genesis GV80

The Genesis GV80 feels like a boutique hotel on wheels, with striking looks and an interior that wraps you in plush materials and thoughtful details. It pairs a serenely composed ride with clever tech, making it the kind of luxury SUV that lets you enjoy the good life without shouting about the badge.

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Genesis GV80

Costs and Consumption
Price
33,900 - 39,900 £
Price
59,400 - 75,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.8 - 10.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
400 - 410 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
231 - 241 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,720 - 1,770 kg
Curb weight
2,155 - 2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
432 L
Trunk capacity
727 - 735 L
Length
4,680 mm
Length
4,945 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,975 mm
Height
1,700 mm
Height
1,715 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,555 L
Max trunk capacity
2,144 - 2,152 L
Payload
385 - 435 kg
Payload
660 - 690 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
272 - 304 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 237 km/h
Torque
310 Nm
Torque
422 - 588 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
200 - 224 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
2,497 - 2,996 cm3

General
Model Year
2022
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Aiways
Brand
Genesis
What drivetrain options does the Aiways U5 have?

The Aiways U5 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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