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Genesis G70 vs Audi A7 comparison

Compare performance (245 HP vs 630 HP), boot space and price (38,600 £ vs 55,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Genesis G70 or Audi A7?

Genesis G70 vs Audi A7: Key differences

Genesis G70

  • significantly cheaper
  • very slightly lighter
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Audi A7

  • substantially more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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:

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

Genesis G70 is significantly cheaper – starting at 38,600 £ , while the Audi A7 costs 55,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,474 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A7 uses 1.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Genesis G70 with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 5.3 L/100km.

A7

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 Audi A7 offers substantially more power – delivering 630 HP compared to 245 HP. That’s roughly 385 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A7 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Genesis G70 takes 6.1 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Audi A7 is slightly faster – reaching 280 km/h, while the Genesis G70 tops out at 240 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A7 delivers clearly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 410 Nm more.

G70

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Genesis G70 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Genesis G70 is very slightly lighter – 1,727 kg compared to 1,770 kg. The difference is around 43 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A7 offers clearly more boot space – 535 L compared to 330 L. That’s a difference of about 205 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A7 carries visibly more – 600 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 148 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A7 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.

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A7

Audi A7

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 630 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.2 - 12.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range 67 - 68 km
Genesis G70
Audi A7

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Audi A7

The Audi A7 wraps elegant fastback lines around a sumptuous, tech-packed cabin that turns everyday drives into something a bit more special. It strikes a polished balance between relaxed comfort and engaging poise, so you’ll enjoy long cruises and spirited backroad runs while arriving in unmistakable style.

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Genesis G70
Audi A7

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,600 - 44,500 £
Price
55,000 - 117,900 £
Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 12.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
67 - 68 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.4 kWh
co2
170 - 206 g/km
co2
28 - 276 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 73 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,727 - 1,858 kg
Curb weight
1,770 - 2,150 kg
Trunk capacity
330 L
Trunk capacity
380 - 535 L
Length
4,685 mm
Length
4,969 - 5,009 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,908 - 1,950 mm
Height
1,400 mm
Height
1,422 - 1,424 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,235 - 1,390 L
Payload
413 - 452 kg
Payload
510 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 - 245 HP
Power HP
204 - 630 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
230 - 240 km/h
Max Speed
245 - 280 km/h
Torque
353 - 440 Nm
Torque
370 - 850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
147 - 180 kW
Power kW
150 - 463 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 - 3,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, G
Brand
Genesis
Brand
Audi
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