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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Genesis GV60 comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 46,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or Genesis GV60?

BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Genesis GV60: Key differences

BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • slightly cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter

Genesis GV60

  • significantly more electric range

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

3 Series Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

BMW 3 Series Saloon is slightly cheaper – starting at 39,900 £ , while the Genesis GV60 costs 46,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,926 £.

As for electric range, the Genesis GV60 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 561 km, about 460 km more than the BMW 3 Series Saloon.

GV60

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 BMW 3 Series Saloon offers only slightly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Genesis GV60 takes 4 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

Both models offer the same torque – 700 Nm.

3 Series Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 3 Series Saloon is markedly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,050 kg. The difference is around 475 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 3 Series Saloon carries only slightly more – 495 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis GV60 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.

from £46,900
GV60

Genesis GV60

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 229 - 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.7 - 19 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 501 - 561 km
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BMW 3 Series Saloon

The BMW 3 Series saloon is a driver's car in a suit, blending poised handling with a cabin that feels more premium than its practicality suggests. It’s composed enough for daily duties yet playful enough to keep weekend drives interesting, making it a sensible choice for buyers who still want to have fun.

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The Genesis GV60 arrives like a fashionably sharp electric crossover, its jewel-like lighting and coupe-ish silhouette giving it presence that feels more boutique than showroom. It pairs playful, immediate acceleration with a serene, well-appointed cabin and slick tech, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want luxury with a cheeky electric twist.

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Genesis GV60

Costs and Consumption
Price
39,900 - 91,000 £
Price
46,900 - 63,800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 19 kWh/100km
Electric Range
96 - 101 km
Electric Range
501 - 561 km
Battery Capacity
19.5 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
54 - 227 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 59 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
Curb weight
2,050 - 2,220 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,713 mm
Length
-
Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
1,440 - 1,446 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
405 - 495 kg
Payload
455 - 460 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
Power HP
229 - 490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
218 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Torque
350 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
110 - 390 kW
Power kW
168 - 360 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Genesis
Is the BMW 3 Series Saloon offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW 3 Series Saloon is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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