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BMW XM vs Genesis G90 comparison

Compare performance (748 HP vs 415 HP), boot space and price (116,100 £ vs 96,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or Genesis G90?

BMW XM vs Genesis G90: Key differences

BMW XM

  • substantially more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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Genesis G90

  • visibly cheaper
  • a bit lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

XM

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Genesis G90 is visibly cheaper – starting at 96,200 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,988 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW XM uses 4.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Genesis G90 with 11 L/100km. The difference is about 6.3 L/100km.

G90

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 XM offers substantially more power – delivering 748 HP compared to 415 HP. That’s roughly 333 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW XM is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Genesis G90 takes 5.2 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

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

XM

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.

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

In terms of curb weight, Genesis G90 is a bit lighter – 2,260 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 435 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW XM offers markedly more boot space – 527 L compared to 368 L. That’s a difference of about 159 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW XM carries marginally more – 525 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW XM 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 £116,100
XM

BMW XM

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 476 - 748 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 78 - 80 km
BMW XM
Genesis G90

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW XM

The BMW XM is an unapologetically bold flagship that fuses brash, hyper-styled presence with the kind of luxury that commands attention wherever it goes. Inside it's a leather-clad showpiece loaded with modern tech and a driving personality that blends theatrical muscle with refined grand-tourer composure—ideal for buyers who want drama and comfort in equal measure.

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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 XM
Genesis G90

Costs and Consumption

Price
116,100 - 159,300 £
Price
96,200 - 108,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
78 - 80 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
105 - 119 g/km
co2
248 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
73 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
7
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,695 - 2,795 kg
Curb weight
2,260 - 2,470 kg
Trunk capacity
527 L
Trunk capacity
368 L
Length
-
Length
5,275 - 5,465 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Width
1,930 mm
Height
-
Height
1,490 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 525 kg
Payload
370 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 - 748 HP
Power HP
415 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 5.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
700 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
549 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
350 - 550 kW
Power kW
305 kW
Engine capacity
2,998 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
3,470 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Genesis
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