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BMW X7 vs Genesis G70 comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 245 HP), boot space and price (91,300 £ vs 38,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X7 or Genesis G70?

BMW X7 vs Genesis G70: Key differences

BMW X7

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  • substantially more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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Genesis G70

  • significantly cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

X7

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Genesis G70 is significantly cheaper – starting at 38,600 £ , while the BMW X7 costs 91,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 52,731 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Genesis G70 uses 6.5 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the BMW X7 with 8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 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 X7 offers substantially more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 245 HP. That’s roughly 285 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X7 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Genesis G70 takes 6.1 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X7 delivers considerably more torque with 750 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 310 Nm more.

X7

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: BMW X7 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Genesis G70 is substantially lighter – 1,727 kg compared to 2,490 kg. The difference is around 763 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X7 offers substantially more boot space – 750 L compared to 330 L. That’s a difference of about 420 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X7 carries significantly more – 760 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 308 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X7 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 £91,300
X7

BMW X7

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 352 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8 - 12.1 L/100km
BMW X7
Genesis G70

Costs and Consumption

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BMW X7

The BMW X7 sits at the top of BMW’s SUV range, wrapping executive-level luxury and a cavernous cabin in a bold, road-commanding package. It’s ideal for buyers who want first-class comfort and presence on the road — think chauffeur-level refinement without hiring one, though you’ll need a confident approach to parking.

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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 X7
Genesis G70

Costs and Consumption

Price
91,300 - 118,300 £
Price
38,600 - 44,500 £
Consumption L/100km
8 - 12.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
210 - 274 g/km
co2
170 - 206 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,490 - 2,675 kg
Curb weight
1,727 - 1,858 kg
Trunk capacity
750 L
Trunk capacity
330 L
Length
-
Length
4,685 mm
Width
2,000 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
1,400 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
680 - 760 kg
Payload
413 - 452 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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
352 - 530 HP
Power HP
200 - 245 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
230 - 240 km/h
Torque
520 - 750 Nm
Torque
353 - 440 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
259 - 390 kW
Power kW
147 - 180 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F
Brand
BMW
Brand
Genesis
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