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CUPRA Tavascan vs Genesis GV70 comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (42,800 £ vs 59,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Tavascan or Genesis GV70?

CUPRA Tavascan vs Genesis GV70: Key differences

CUPRA Tavascan

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • a bit more electric range
  • somewhat lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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Genesis GV70

  • markedly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Tavascan

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.

CUPRA Tavascan is noticeably cheaper – starting at 42,800 £ , while the Genesis GV70 costs 59,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,414 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the CUPRA Tavascan is noticeably more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 19.4 kWh/100km for the Genesis GV70. That’s a difference of about 4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Tavascan offers a bit more range – reaching up to 557 km, about 78 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 Genesis GV70 offers markedly more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 150 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis GV70 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the CUPRA Tavascan takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis GV70 delivers clearly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 155 Nm more.

Tavascan

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, CUPRA Tavascan is somewhat lighter – 2,096 kg compared to 2,335 kg. The difference is around 239 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Tavascan offers very slightly more boot space – 540 L compared to 503 L. That’s a difference of about 37 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Tavascan carries barely more – 518 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis GV70 sits just ahead overall 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.

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GV70

Genesis GV70

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 479 km
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CUPRA Tavascan

The Cupra Tavascan blends athletic styling with a premium, driver-focused cabin, giving the electric crossover a distinctly sporty character. It feels poised and engaging on the road while standing out with bold design cues and a modern, high-quality finish.

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Reviews CUPRA Tavascan

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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David
25 Apr 2026, 10:57:49

Both are very good. The range and energy consumption is beter in the cupra. The cupra is also more responsive and it handles beter. The Kia is more spacious and slightly beter tech wise. The Kia is more a family car.

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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
42,800 - 50,500 £
Price
59,200 - 64,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
441 - 557 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
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,096 - 2,273 kg
Curb weight
2,335 kg
Trunk capacity
540 L
Trunk capacity
503 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
507 - 518 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
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 545 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Genesis
What drive types are available for the CUPRA Tavascan?

The CUPRA Tavascan is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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