Compare performance (245 HP vs 727 HP), boot space and price (38,600 £ vs 52,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Genesis G70 or BMW 5 Series Touring?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Genesis G70 is markedly cheaper – starting at 38,600 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Touring costs 52,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,988 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 5 Series Touring uses 2.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Genesis G70 with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 4.2 L/100km.
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 5 Series Touring offers considerably more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 245 HP. That’s roughly 482 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Touring is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Genesis G70 takes 6.1 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the BMW 5 Series Touring is only slightly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Genesis G70 tops out at 240 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Touring delivers substantially more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 560 Nm more.
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, Genesis G70 is marginally lighter – 1,727 kg compared to 1,850 kg. The difference is around 123 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 5 Series Touring offers considerably more boot space – 570 L compared to 330 L. That’s a difference of about 240 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Touring carries visibly more – 620 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 168 kg.
The BMW 5 Series Touring 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.
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.
detailsThe BMW 5 Series Touring takes executive elegance and stretches it into a practical estate, marrying refined interior comfort with everyday usability. It drives with reassuring poise, offers plenty of space for luggage or a small life's worth of gear, and somehow manages to look sharper than most saloons in the car park — a compelling choice if you want luxury without surrendering practicality.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
38,600 - 44,500 £
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Price
52,500 - 126,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 9.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 6.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
65 - 98 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19 - 19.4 kWh
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co2
170 - 206 g/km
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co2
53 - 157 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,727 - 1,858 kg
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Curb weight
1,850 - 2,550 kg
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Trunk capacity
330 L
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Trunk capacity
500 - 570 L
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Length
4,685 mm
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Length
5,060 mm
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Width
1,850 mm
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Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
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Height
1,400 mm
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Height
1,515 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,700 L
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Payload
413 - 452 kg
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Payload
500 - 620 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
200 - 245 HP
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Power HP
197 - 727 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.5 s
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Max Speed
230 - 240 km/h
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Max Speed
218 - 250 km/h
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Torque
353 - 440 Nm
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Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Power kW
147 - 180 kW
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Power kW
145 - 535 kW
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Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, C
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Brand
Genesis
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Brand
BMW
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