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Genesis G90 vs BMW 3 Series Saloon comparison

Compare performance (415 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (96,200 £ vs 39,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Genesis G90 or BMW 3 Series Saloon?

Genesis G90 vs BMW 3 Series Saloon: Key differences

Genesis G90

BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space

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

G90

Costs and Efficiency:

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

BMW 3 Series Saloon is considerably cheaper – starting at 39,900 £ , while the Genesis G90 costs 96,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 56,212 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 3 Series Saloon uses 2.4 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Genesis G90 with 11 L/100km. The difference is about 8.6 L/100km.

3 Series Saloon

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 BMW 3 Series Saloon offers clearly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 415 HP. That’s roughly 115 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Genesis G90 takes 5.2 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Saloon delivers markedly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 549 Nm. That’s about 151 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 3 Series Saloon is significantly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,260 kg. The difference is around 685 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers clearly more boot space – 480 L compared to 368 L. That’s a difference of about 112 L.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis G90 carries marginally more – 505 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 3 Series Saloon 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 £39,900
3 Series Saloon

BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 96 - 101 km
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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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Genesis G90
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Costs and Consumption
Price
96,200 - 108,200 £
Price
39,900 - 91,000 £
Consumption L/100km
11 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.5 kWh
co2
248 g/km
co2
54 - 227 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
73 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 59 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,260 - 2,470 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
Trunk capacity
368 L
Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
Length
5,275 - 5,465 mm
Length
4,713 mm
Width
1,930 mm
Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
Height
1,490 mm
Height
1,440 - 1,446 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
370 - 505 kg
Payload
405 - 495 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
415 HP
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
218 - 250 km/h
Torque
549 Nm
Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
305 kW
Power kW
110 - 390 kW
Engine capacity
3,470 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
Brand
Genesis
Brand
BMW
Is the Genesis G90 offered with different drivetrains?

The Genesis G90 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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