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BMW X5 vs Genesis G70 comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 245 HP), boot space and price (77,100 £ vs 38,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X5 or Genesis G70?

BMW X5 vs Genesis G70: Key differences

BMW X5

  • significantly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space

Genesis G70

  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly lighter

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

X5

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 G70 is considerably cheaper – starting at 38,600 £ , while the BMW X5 costs 77,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38,503 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW X5 uses 3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Genesis G70 with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

G70

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW X5 offers significantly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 245 HP. That’s roughly 380 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X5 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Genesis G70 takes 6.1 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW X5 is only slightly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Genesis G70 tops out at 240 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X5 delivers substantially more torque with 750 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 310 Nm more.

X5

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, Genesis G70 is markedly lighter – 1,727 kg compared to 2,240 kg. The difference is around 513 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X5 offers considerably more boot space – 650 L compared to 330 L. That’s a difference of about 320 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X5 carries visibly more – 705 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 253 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X5 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £77,100
X5

BMW X5

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 298 - 625 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3 - 12.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 105 km
BMW X5
Genesis G70

Costs and Consumption

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BMW X5

The BMW X5 blends athletic handling with a roomy, premium interior, feeling equally at home on twisty country roads and the school-run car park. Its executive-lounge cabin and confident road presence make it a tempting choice for buyers who want comfort, capability and just a little bit of bragging rights.

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Genesis G70

The Genesis G70 blends sleek, low-slung styling with a cabin that feels more bespoke than bargain-bin, delivering driver-focused dynamics that make long runs and twisty roads equally entertaining. With premium materials, thoughtful tech and a value proposition that nudges past its German rivals, it’s the kind of compact executive that feels serious but doesn’t take itself too seriously.

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BMW X5
Genesis G70

Costs and Consumption

Price
77,100 - 143,500 £
Price
38,600 - 44,500 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
105 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
25.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
68 - 289 g/km
co2
170 - 206 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
69 - 83 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,240 - 2,495 kg
Curb weight
1,727 - 1,858 kg
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Trunk capacity
330 L
Length
4,935 mm
Length
4,685 mm
Width
2,004 - 2,015 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,755 - 1,765 mm
Height
1,400 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,720 - 1,870 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
565 - 705 kg
Payload
413 - 452 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
200 - 245 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 240 km/h
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
353 - 440 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
147 - 180 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F
Brand
BMW
Brand
Genesis
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