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BMW i5 vs Genesis GV70 comparison

Compare performance (601 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (60,800 £ vs 59,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i5 or Genesis GV70?

BMW i5 vs Genesis GV70: Key differences

BMW i5

  • moderately more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
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Genesis GV70

  • very slightly cheaper
  • barely more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

i5

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.

Genesis GV70 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 59,200 £ , while the BMW i5 costs 60,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,586 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BMW i5 is visibly more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 19.4 kWh/100km for the Genesis GV70. That’s a difference of about 4.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW i5 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 627 km, about 148 km more than the Genesis GV70.

GV70

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW i5 offers moderately more power – delivering 601 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 111 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i5 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Genesis GV70 takes 4.4 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i5 delivers slightly more torque with 820 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

i5

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 i5 is only slightly lighter – 2,195 kg compared to 2,335 kg. The difference is around 140 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Genesis GV70 offers barely more boot space – 503 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 13 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW i5 carries marginally more – 545 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i5 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 £60,800
i5

BMW i5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 340 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 540 - 627 km
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Genesis GV70

The Genesis GV70 pairs coupe-like styling with a sumptuous, high-quality interior that feels more like a bespoke lounge than a typical compact crossover. It drives with composure and poise, offering a supremely comfortable daily companion that quietly challenges established luxury names while giving buyers plenty of premium kit for the money.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
60,800 - 85,900 £
Price
59,200 - 64,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
540 - 627 km
Electric Range
479 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,195 - 2,370 kg
Curb weight
2,335 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
503 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 545 kg
Payload
515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 601 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
430 - 820 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
250 - 442 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Genesis
Is the BMW i5 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW i5 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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