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Ford Transit Connect vs Genesis GV80 comparison

Compare performance (122 HP vs 304 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 59,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Connect or Genesis GV80?

Ford Transit Connect vs Genesis GV80: Key differences

Ford Transit Connect

  • considerably cheaper
  • visibly lighter
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Genesis GV80

  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Transit Connect

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Ford Transit Connect is considerably cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Genesis GV80 costs 59,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,578 £.

GV80

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 GV80 offers considerably more power – delivering 304 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 182 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis GV80 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.9 s, while the Ford Transit Connect takes 11.4 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis GV80 delivers significantly more torque with 588 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 268 Nm more.

Transit Connect

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: Genesis GV80 offers more seats – 7 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Transit Connect is visibly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,155 kg. The difference is around 580 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Connect carries somewhat more – 780 kg compared to 690 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis GV80 is clearly superior 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.

from £59,400
GV80

Genesis GV80

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 304 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 8.8 - 10.8 L/100km
Ford Transit Connect
Genesis GV80

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Ford Transit Connect

The Ford Transit Connect is the go-to compact workhorse for urban professionals who need cargo space without driving a full-size van. It balances practicality and everyday manners with clever storage ideas and a surprisingly comfortable ride, making it a sensible choice for small businesses and families who value function over flair.

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Genesis GV80

The Genesis GV80 feels like a boutique hotel on wheels, with striking looks and an interior that wraps you in plush materials and thoughtful details. It pairs a serenely composed ride with clever tech, making it the kind of luxury SUV that lets you enjoy the good life without shouting about the badge.

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Ford Transit Connect
Genesis GV80

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 35,300 £
Price
59,400 - 75,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.8 - 10.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
-
co2
231 - 241 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,620 kg
Curb weight
2,155 - 2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
727 - 735 L
Length
-
Length
4,945 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,975 mm
Height
-
Height
1,715 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,144 - 2,152 L
Payload
775 - 780 kg
Payload
660 - 690 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 HP
Power HP
272 - 304 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
230 - 237 km/h
Torque
320 Nm
Torque
422 - 588 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
90 kW
Power kW
200 - 224 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
2,497 - 2,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Ford
Brand
Genesis
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