Compare performance (245 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (38,600 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Genesis G70 or Renault Express?
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.
Renault Express is significantly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Genesis G70 costs 38,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,429 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Express uses 4.6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Genesis G70 with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 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 Genesis G70 offers substantially more power – delivering 245 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 143 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis G70 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Renault Express takes 11.9 s. That’s about 5.8 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Genesis G70 is visibly faster – reaching 240 km/h, while the Renault Express tops out at 167 km/h. The difference is around 73 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis G70 delivers substantially more torque with 440 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Genesis G70 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Renault Express is noticeably lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 1,727 kg. The difference is around 431 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Express carries markedly more – 700 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 248 kg.
The Genesis G70 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.
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 Renault Express is a no-nonsense city van that pairs clever packaging and practical cargo space with an easy-to-drive, fuss-free character. Built for small businesses and active families, it delivers rugged reliability and low running costs without pretension — a sensible workhorse with a wink.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
38,600 - 44,500 £
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Price
17,100 - 19,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 9.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 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
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
170 - 206 g/km
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co2
121 - 149 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
5
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Seats
2
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Doors
4
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,727 - 1,858 kg
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Curb weight
1,296 - 1,390 kg
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Trunk capacity
330 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4,685 mm
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Length
4,393 mm
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Width
1,850 mm
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Width
1,775 mm
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Height
1,400 mm
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Height
1,811 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
3,300 L
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Payload
413 - 452 kg
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Payload
575 - 700 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
200 - 245 HP
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Power HP
75 - 102 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
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Max Speed
230 - 240 km/h
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Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
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Torque
353 - 440 Nm
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Torque
200 - 240 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
147 - 180 kW
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Power kW
55 - 75 kW
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Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
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Model Year
2021
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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Brand
Genesis
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Brand
Renault
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