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Audi Q8 vs Genesis GV80 comparison

Compare performance (640 HP vs 304 HP), boot space and price (77,300 £ vs 59,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 or Genesis GV80?

Audi Q8 vs Genesis GV80: Key differences

Audi Q8

  • substantially more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Genesis GV80

  • clearly cheaper
  • marginally lighter
  • a bit more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Q8

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Genesis GV80 is clearly cheaper – starting at 59,400 £ , while the Audi Q8 costs 77,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,932 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi Q8 uses 3.9 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Genesis GV80 with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 4.9 L/100km.

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 Audi Q8 offers substantially more power – delivering 640 HP compared to 304 HP. That’s roughly 336 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Genesis GV80 takes 6.9 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 delivers noticeably more torque with 850 Nm compared to 588 Nm. That’s about 262 Nm more.

Q8

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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

In terms of curb weight, Genesis GV80 is marginally lighter – 2,155 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 20 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Genesis GV80 offers a bit more boot space – 735 L compared to 605 L. That’s a difference of about 130 L.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis GV80 carries very slightly more – 690 kg compared to 665 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q8 holds a decisive overall lead 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.

from £77,300
Q8

Audi Q8

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 231 - 640 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 80 km
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The Audi Q8 wraps coupe-like flair around a burly SUV stance, serving up a cabin dressed in premium materials and smart tech that puts comfort and swagger front and center. It’s composed and comfortable on long runs yet happy to play when asked, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want head-turning looks without surrendering everyday practicality.

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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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Audi Q8
Genesis GV80

Costs and Consumption
Price
77,300 - 137,100 £
Price
59,400 - 75,600 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 - 10.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
88 - 297 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
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,490 kg
Curb weight
2,155 - 2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
727 - 735 L
Length
-
Length
4,945 mm
Width
1,995 - 2,007 mm
Width
1,975 mm
Height
-
Height
1,715 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,144 - 2,152 L
Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
660 - 690 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 640 HP
Power HP
272 - 304 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
230 - 237 km/h
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
422 - 588 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
200 - 224 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
2,497 - 2,996 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Audi
Brand
Genesis
What drivetrain options does the Audi Q8 have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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