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Genesis G90 vs Audi A8 comparison

Compare performance (415 HP vs 571 HP), boot space and price (96,200 £ vs 91,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Genesis G90 or Audi A8?

Genesis G90 vs Audi A8: Key differences

Genesis G90

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  • very slightly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

G90

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Audi A8 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 91,400 £ , while the Genesis G90 costs 96,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,783 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A8 uses 4.6 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Genesis G90 with 11 L/100km. The difference is about 6.4 L/100km.

A8

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 Audi A8 offers markedly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 415 HP. That’s roughly 156 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Genesis G90 takes 5.2 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers noticeably more torque with 800 Nm compared to 549 Nm. That’s about 251 Nm more.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A8 is moderately lighter – 2,035 kg compared to 2,260 kg. The difference is around 225 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A8 offers marginally more boot space – 390 L compared to 368 L. That’s a difference of about 22 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries clearly more – 700 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 195 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A8 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 £91,400
A8

Audi A8

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 286 - 571 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range 58 km
Genesis G90
Audi A8

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Genesis G90

The Genesis G90 is the brand's flagship limousine, wrapping passengers in a serene cabin that feels bespoke and quietly confident. It delivers a cultured ride, sumptuous materials and clever tech smarts, all served with an understated swagger that makes rear-seat commuters feel like they've finally arrived.

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Audi A8

The Audi A8 arrives with the kind of quiet authority that makes other limousines feel like they’re trying too hard, offering a cabin wrapped in subtle luxury and tech that never demands attention. For buyers who want composed comfort and discreet status, it’s the sensible splurge that turns daily commutes into a private parade.

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Genesis G90
Audi A8

Costs and Consumption

Price
96,200 - 108,200 £
Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
Consumption L/100km
11 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
58 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
248 g/km
co2
105 - 260 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
73 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,260 - 2,470 kg
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
Trunk capacity
368 L
Trunk capacity
390 L
Length
5,275 - 5,465 mm
Length
-
Width
1,930 mm
Width
1,945 mm
Height
1,490 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
370 - 505 kg
Payload
525 - 700 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
415 HP
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
549 Nm
Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
305 kW
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Engine capacity
3,470 cm3
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
Brand
Genesis
Brand
Audi
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