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Genesis GV60 vs Volvo EC40 comparison

Compare performance (490 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (46,900 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Genesis GV60 or Volvo EC40?

Genesis GV60 vs Volvo EC40: Key differences

Genesis GV60

  • very slightly more power
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
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Volvo EC40

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  • barely cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Volvo EC40 is barely cheaper – starting at 46,500 £ , while the Genesis GV60 costs 46,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 334 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Volvo EC40 is very slightly more efficient: consuming 16.2 kWh/100km compared to 16.7 kWh/100km for the Genesis GV60. That’s a difference of about 0.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo EC40 offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 585 km, about 24 km more than the Genesis GV60.

EC40

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Genesis GV60 offers very slightly more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 442 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis GV60 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Volvo EC40 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis GV60 delivers barely more torque with 700 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

GV60

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, Genesis GV60 is marginally lighter – 2,050 kg compared to 2,065 kg. The difference is around 15 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis GV60 carries barely more – 460 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis GV60 comes out modestly 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 £46,900
GV60

Genesis GV60

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 229 - 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.7 - 19 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 501 - 561 km
Genesis GV60
Volvo EC40

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Genesis GV60

The Genesis GV60 arrives like a fashionably sharp electric crossover, its jewel-like lighting and coupe-ish silhouette giving it presence that feels more boutique than showroom. It pairs playful, immediate acceleration with a serene, well-appointed cabin and slick tech, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want luxury with a cheeky electric twist.

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Volvo EC40

The Volvo EC40 feels like a polished slice of Scandinavian calm on wheels, blending minimalist design with a cocoon-like interior that makes everyday driving surprisingly serene. It’s an electric compact that puts safety and comfort front and center, while still injecting enough personality and tech-savvy charm to keep city buyers smiling.

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Genesis GV60
Volvo EC40

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,900 - 63,800 £
Price
46,500 - 56,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 19 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
501 - 561 km
Electric Range
486 - 585 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,050 - 2,220 kg
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,185 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
404 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,873 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 - 460 kg
Payload
395 - 435 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
229 - 490 HP
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 700 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
168 - 360 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Genesis
Brand
Volvo
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