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Genesis G90 vs Mercedes T Class comparison

Compare performance (415 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (96,200 £ vs 23,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Genesis G90 or Mercedes T Class?

Genesis G90 vs Mercedes T Class: Key differences

Genesis G90

  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes T Class

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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

G90

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes T Class is substantially cheaper – starting at 23,000 £ , while the Genesis G90 costs 96,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 73,187 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes T Class uses 5.1 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Genesis G90 with 11 L/100km. The difference is about 5.9 L/100km.

T Class

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 G90 offers clearly more power – delivering 415 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 284 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis G90 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the Mercedes T Class takes 11.6 s. That’s about 6.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis G90 delivers substantially more torque with 549 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 279 Nm more.

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, Mercedes T Class is clearly lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 2,260 kg. The difference is around 704 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes T Class carries moderately more – 630 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes T Class is clearly superior overall 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 £23,000
T Class

Mercedes T Class

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 131 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 7.4 L/100km
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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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Genesis G90
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Costs and Consumption
Price
96,200 - 108,200 £
Price
23,000 - 30,500 £
Consumption L/100km
11 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 7.4 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
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
248 g/km
co2
135 - 167 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
73 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,260 - 2,470 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 1,678 kg
Trunk capacity
368 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,275 - 5,465 mm
Length
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Width
1,930 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,490 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
370 - 505 kg
Payload
521 - 630 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
415 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 15.1 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
549 Nm
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
305 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
3,470 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
Brand
Genesis
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Genesis G90 offered with different drivetrains?

The Genesis G90 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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