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Genesis G80 vs Mazda MX-30 comparison

Compare performance (370 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (64,300 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Genesis G80 or Mazda MX-30?

Genesis G80 vs Mazda MX-30: Key differences

Genesis G80

  • considerably more power
  • barely more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Mazda MX-30

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  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

G80

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Mazda MX-30 is substantially cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Genesis G80 costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,437 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Genesis G80 is barely more efficient: consuming 18.1 kWh/100km compared to 18.3 kWh/100km for the Mazda MX-30. That’s a difference of about 0.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Genesis G80 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 485 km more than the Mazda MX-30.

MX-30

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 Genesis G80 offers considerably more power – delivering 370 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 200 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis G80 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.1 s, while the Mazda MX-30 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.

G80

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, Mazda MX-30 is visibly lighter – 1,849 kg compared to 2,410 kg. The difference is around 561 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Genesis G80 offers only slightly more boot space – 354 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 4 L.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis G80 carries slightly more – 490 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 88 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis G80 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.

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
Genesis G80
Mazda MX-30

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Genesis G80

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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Mazda MX-30

The Mazda MX-30 trades conventional EV practicality for a boutique vibe, wrapping easy urban agility and a stylish, artisan interior into a compact package that stands out in the crossover crowd. It’s ideal for city-minded buyers who value design and driving feel over long-distance trips, and its quirky details prove Mazda can be playful without losing its driver-focused soul.

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Genesis G80
Mazda MX-30

Costs and Consumption

Price
64,300 - 67,800 £
Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
570 km
Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
22 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,410 kg
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Trunk capacity
354 L
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Length
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Length
4,395 mm
Width
1,925 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
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Height
1,555 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Payload
490 kg
Payload
402 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
370 HP
Power HP
170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
140 km/h
Torque
700 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
272 kW
Power kW
125 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
830 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Genesis
Brand
Mazda
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