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BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Genesis G90 comparison

Compare performance (727 HP vs 415 HP), boot space and price (51,400 £ vs 96,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Saloon or Genesis G90?

BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Genesis G90: Key differences

BMW 5 Series Saloon

  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Genesis G90

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

5 Series Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BMW 5 Series Saloon is considerably cheaper – starting at 51,400 £ , while the Genesis G90 costs 96,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 44,726 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 5 Series Saloon uses 2.1 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Genesis G90 with 11 L/100km. The difference is about 8.9 L/100km.

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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 5 Series Saloon offers clearly more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 415 HP. That’s roughly 312 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Genesis G90 takes 5.2 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Saloon delivers substantially more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 549 Nm. That’s about 451 Nm more.

5 Series Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 5 Series Saloon is visibly lighter – 1,800 kg compared to 2,260 kg. The difference is around 460 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers clearly more boot space – 520 L compared to 368 L. That’s a difference of about 152 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Saloon carries moderately more – 600 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 5 Series Saloon 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 £51,400
5 Series Saloon

BMW 5 Series Saloon

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 197 - 727 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 67 - 105 km
BMW 5 Series Saloon
Genesis G90

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BMW 5 Series Saloon

The BMW 5 Series Saloon blends executive poise with a driver's instinct, delivering a supple, refined cabin and a chassis that prefers composed authority over bravado. For buyers who want a grown-up commuter that still enjoys a twisty road, it’s the kind of car that keeps your colleagues impressed and your weekend grin intact.

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Genesis G90

The Genesis G90 is the brand's flagship limousine, wrapping passengers in a serene cabin that feels bespoke and quietly confident. It delivers a cultured ride, sumptuous materials and clever tech smarts, all served with an understated swagger that makes rear-seat commuters feel like they've finally arrived.

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BMW 5 Series Saloon
Genesis G90

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,400 - 124,500 £
Price
96,200 - 108,200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
67 - 105 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
48 - 152 g/km
co2
248 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
73 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,800 - 2,515 kg
Curb weight
2,260 - 2,470 kg
Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
368 L
Length
-
Length
5,275 - 5,465 mm
Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
Width
1,930 mm
Height
-
Height
1,490 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 - 600 kg
Payload
370 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 727 HP
Power HP
415 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 5.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
549 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
145 - 535 kW
Power kW
305 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
3,470 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
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Genesis
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