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Genesis GV80 vs DS Automobiles DS 7 comparison

Compare performance (304 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (59,400 £ vs 41,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Genesis GV80 or DS Automobiles DS 7?

Genesis GV80 vs DS Automobiles DS 7: Key differences

Genesis GV80

  • significantly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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DS Automobiles DS 7

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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

DS Automobiles DS 7 is substantially cheaper – starting at 41,900 £ , while the Genesis GV80 costs 59,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,460 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 7 uses 5.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Genesis GV80 with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 3.3 L/100km.

DS 7

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 GV80 offers significantly more power – delivering 304 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 174 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis GV80 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.9 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 takes 11.9 s. That’s about 5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis GV80 delivers substantially more torque with 588 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 288 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Genesis GV80 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 7 is markedly lighter – 1,651 kg compared to 2,155 kg. The difference is around 504 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Genesis GV80 offers clearly more boot space – 735 L compared to 555 L. That’s a difference of about 180 L.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis GV80 carries substantially more – 690 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 291 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis GV80 is far ahead 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 £59,400
GV80

Genesis GV80

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 - 304 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.8 - 10.8 L/100km
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Genesis GV80

The Genesis GV80 feels like a boutique hotel on wheels, with striking looks and an interior that wraps you in plush materials and thoughtful details. It pairs a serenely composed ride with clever tech, making it the kind of luxury SUV that lets you enjoy the good life without shouting about the badge.

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DS Automobiles DS 7

The DS 7 wraps Parisian elegance into SUV practicality, with sculpted surfaces, a jewel-like grille and an interior that feels more boutique lounge than family transporter. It appeals to buyers who want style and comfort without shouting, delivering a refined ride and clever tech that make daily driving feel a little more special — and yes, it’ll turn heads in the school run.

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Genesis GV80
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Costs and Consumption
Price
59,400 - 75,600 £
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Consumption L/100km
8.8 - 10.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
231 - 241 g/km
co2
145 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,155 - 2,325 kg
Curb weight
1,651 kg
Trunk capacity
727 - 735 L
Trunk capacity
555 L
Length
4,945 mm
Length
-
Width
1,975 mm
Width
1,891 mm
Height
1,715 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
2,144 - 2,152 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
660 - 690 kg
Payload
399 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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
Power HP
272 - 304 HP
Power HP
130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 s
Max Speed
230 - 237 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
422 - 588 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
200 - 224 kW
Power kW
96 kW
Engine capacity
2,497 - 2,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Genesis
Brand
DS Automobiles
Is the Genesis GV80 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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