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Genesis G70 vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (245 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (38,600 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Genesis G70 or Toyota Corolla?

Genesis G70 vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

Genesis G70

  • clearly more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Toyota Corolla

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  • visibly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Toyota Corolla is visibly cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the Genesis G70 costs 38,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,977 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Corolla uses 4.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Genesis G70 with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.

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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 Genesis G70 offers clearly more power – delivering 245 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis G70 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.5 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Genesis G70 is markedly faster – reaching 240 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.

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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, Toyota Corolla is noticeably lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,727 kg. The difference is around 307 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota Corolla offers barely more boot space – 361 L compared to 330 L. That’s a difference of about 31 L.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis G70 carries only slightly more – 452 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 2 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Corolla comes out clearly ahead 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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Corolla

Toyota Corolla

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 178 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.4 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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Genesis G70
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Costs and Consumption
Price
38,600 - 44,500 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
170 - 206 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,727 - 1,858 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
330 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
4,685 mm
Length
4,370 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
1,400 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
413 - 452 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 - 245 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
230 - 240 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
353 - 440 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
147 - 180 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

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

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

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