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Genesis G80 vs Aston Martin DB12 comparison

Compare performance (370 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (64,300 £ vs 192,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Genesis G80 or Aston Martin DB12?

Genesis G80 vs Aston Martin DB12: Key differences

Genesis G80

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more trunk space
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Aston Martin DB12

  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

G80

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Genesis G80 is substantially cheaper – starting at 64,300 £ , while the Aston Martin DB12 costs 192,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 128,572 £.

DB12

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 Aston Martin DB12 offers clearly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 370 HP. That’s roughly 310 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin DB12 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Genesis G80 takes 5.1 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DB12 delivers a bit more torque with 800 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

G80

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Genesis G80 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Aston Martin DB12 is visibly lighter – 1,788 kg compared to 2,410 kg. The difference is around 622 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Genesis G80 offers clearly more boot space – 354 L compared to 262 L. That’s a difference of about 92 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis G80 is decisively 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.

from £64,300
G80

Genesis G80

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 370 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 570 km
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The Genesis G80 is a quietly confident executive sedan that marries elegant, restrained design with an interior that feels bespoke rather than mass-produced. For buyers who crave flagship comfort and poise without the badge theatrics, the G80 serves serious luxury and refinement with a touch of surprising value — like a tuxedoed chauffeur who secretly loves great playlists.

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The Aston Martin DB12 is a gorgeously styled grand tourer that fuses beguiling elegance with a fiercely driver-focused personality while wrapping occupants in luxury. If you want a car that turns heads on the street and makes long journeys feel like an event, the DB12 provides effortless poise and an intoxicating soundtrack—perfect for buyers who prefer their drama tailored rather than shouty.

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Genesis G80
Aston Martin DB12

Costs and Consumption
Price
64,300 - 67,800 £
Price
192,900 - 209,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
12.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
570 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
276 - 278 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe, Convertible
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,410 kg
Curb weight
1,788 - 1,898 kg
Trunk capacity
354 L
Trunk capacity
206 - 262 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,925 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
490 kg
Payload
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Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
370 HP
Power HP
680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 3.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
700 Nm
Torque
800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
272 kW
Power kW
500 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
3,982 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Genesis
Brand
Aston Martin
Is the Genesis G80 offered with different drivetrains?

The Genesis G80 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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