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Genesis G90 vs VW Grand California comparison

Compare performance (415 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (96,200 £ vs 70,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Genesis G90 or VW Grand California?

Genesis G90 vs VW Grand California: Key differences

Genesis G90

  • considerably more power
  • markedly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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VW Grand California

  • markedly cheaper
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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.

VW Grand California is markedly cheaper – starting at 70,200 £ , while the Genesis G90 costs 96,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,918 £.

Grand California

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 considerably more power – delivering 415 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 252 HP more horsepower.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Genesis G90 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Genesis G90 is markedly lighter – 2,260 kg compared to 3,052 kg. The difference is around 792 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Genesis G90 offers clearly more boot space – 368 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 368 L.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis G90 carries moderately more – 505 kg compared to 448 kg. That’s a difference of about 57 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis G90 holds a decisive overall lead 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 £96,200
G90

Genesis G90

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 415 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 11 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
70,200 - 77,900 £
Consumption L/100km
11 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
248 g/km
co2
-
Fuel tank capacity
73 L
Fuel tank capacity
75 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Bus
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
4
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,260 - 2,470 kg
Curb weight
3,052 - 3,354 kg
Trunk capacity
368 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
5,275 - 5,465 mm
Length
5,986 - 6,836 mm
Width
1,930 mm
Width
2,040 mm
Height
1,490 mm
Height
2,839 - 2,971 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
370 - 505 kg
Payload
146 - 448 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
415 HP
Power HP
163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
549 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
305 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
3,470 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
Brand
Genesis
Brand
VW
Is the Genesis G90 offered with different drivetrains?

The Genesis G90 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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