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Genesis GV80 vs Land Rover Discovery comparison

Compare performance (304 HP vs 350 HP), boot space and price (59,400 £ vs 67,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Genesis GV80 or Land Rover Discovery?

Genesis GV80 vs Land Rover Discovery: Key differences

Genesis GV80

  • slightly cheaper
  • a bit lighter
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Land Rover Discovery

  • slightly more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

GV80

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Genesis GV80 is slightly cheaper – starting at 59,400 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery costs 67,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,989 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Land Rover Discovery uses 8.4 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Genesis GV80 with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

Discovery

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Land Rover Discovery offers slightly more power – delivering 350 HP compared to 304 HP. That’s roughly 46 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Discovery is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Genesis GV80 takes 6.9 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Discovery delivers moderately more torque with 700 Nm compared to 588 Nm. That’s about 112 Nm more.

GV80

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 7 people.

In terms of curb weight, Genesis GV80 is a bit lighter – 2,155 kg compared to 2,391 kg. The difference is around 236 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Discovery offers visibly more boot space – 986 L compared to 735 L. That’s a difference of about 251 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Discovery carries a bit more – 803 kg compared to 690 kg. That’s a difference of about 113 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Land Rover Discovery 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 £67,400
Discovery

Land Rover Discovery

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 249 - 350 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.4 - 8.5 L/100km
Genesis GV80
Land Rover Discovery

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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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Land Rover Discovery

The Land Rover Discovery blends genuine off-road prowess with grown-up luxury, making it a smart choice for buyers who want weekend adventure and weekday refinement in one package. It feels suitably rugged when the road ends and wonderfully civilized when the tarmac begins — a practical family hauler that also enjoys getting a little dirty.

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Genesis GV80
Land Rover Discovery

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,400 - 75,600 £
Price
67,400 - 97,600 £
Consumption L/100km
8.8 - 10.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.4 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
231 - 241 g/km
co2
221 - 223 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,155 - 2,325 kg
Curb weight
2,391 - 2,442 kg
Trunk capacity
727 - 735 L
Trunk capacity
172 - 986 L
Length
4,945 mm
Length
-
Width
1,975 mm
Width
2,073 mm
Height
1,715 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
2,144 - 2,152 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
660 - 690 kg
Payload
689 - 803 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 - 304 HP
Power HP
249 - 350 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
230 - 237 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
422 - 588 Nm
Torque
570 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
200 - 224 kW
Power kW
183 - 257 kW
Engine capacity
2,497 - 2,996 cm3
Engine capacity
2,997 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Genesis
Brand
Land Rover
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