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Genesis G70 vs Audi A1 comparison

Compare performance (245 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (38,600 £ vs 20,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Genesis G70 or Audi A1?

Genesis G70 vs Audi A1: Key differences

Genesis G70

  • moderately more power
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
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Audi A1

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  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • substantially lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

G70

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.

Audi A1 is substantially cheaper – starting at 20,000 £ , while the Genesis G70 costs 38,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,583 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A1 uses 5.2 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Genesis G70 with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

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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 G70 offers moderately more power – delivering 245 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 38 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis G70 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Audi A1 takes 6.5 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis G70 delivers visibly more torque with 440 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

G70

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, Audi A1 is substantially lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,727 kg. The difference is around 552 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A1 offers only slightly more boot space – 335 L compared to 330 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A1 carries barely more – 470 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 18 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A1 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.

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Audi A1

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 6.4 L/100km
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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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The Audi A1 is a compact premium hatch that wraps Audi's polished design and surprisingly grown-up cabin into a city-friendly package. It’s poised and fun to drive, a smart pick for buyers who want luxury flair without the fuss of a bigger car — and it makes tight parking feel almost enjoyable.

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Audi A1

Costs and Consumption
Price
38,600 - 44,500 £
Price
20,000 - 28,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
170 - 206 g/km
co2
118 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,727 - 1,858 kg
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,365 kg
Trunk capacity
330 L
Trunk capacity
335 L
Length
4,685 mm
Length
-
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,740 - 1,756 mm
Height
1,400 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
413 - 452 kg
Payload
410 - 470 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 - 245 HP
Power HP
95 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 11.5 s
Max Speed
230 - 240 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
353 - 440 Nm
Torque
175 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
147 - 180 kW
Power kW
70 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,199 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Genesis
Brand
Audi
What drive types are available for the Genesis G70?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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