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Genesis GV80 vs Lexus ES comparison

Compare performance (304 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (59,400 £ vs 46,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Genesis GV80 or Lexus ES?

Genesis GV80 vs Lexus ES: Key differences

Genesis GV80

  • visibly more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space

Lexus ES

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  • markedly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Lexus ES is markedly cheaper – starting at 46,600 £ , while the Genesis GV80 costs 59,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,797 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus ES uses 5.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Genesis GV80 with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 3.7 L/100km.

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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 GV80 offers visibly more power – delivering 304 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 86 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis GV80 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.9 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Genesis GV80 is noticeably faster – reaching 237 km/h, while the Lexus ES tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 57 km/h.

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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 GV80 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus ES is clearly lighter – 1,680 kg compared to 2,155 kg. The difference is around 475 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Genesis GV80 offers markedly more boot space – 735 L compared to 454 L. That’s a difference of about 281 L.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis GV80 carries clearly more – 690 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 220 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis GV80 stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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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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Lexus ES

The Lexus ES delivers a supremely comfortable, quietly luxurious experience that favors serene cruising over sporting theatrics. It wraps everyday practicality, top-notch build quality and unimpeachable reliability in a handsome, grown-up package that will appeal to buyers who prize calm refinement over headline-grabbing excitement.

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Patryk
9 Jan 2026, 23:36:16

Excellent car. Very comfortable and easy to use.

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Genesis GV80
Lexus ES

Costs and Consumption
Price
59,400 - 75,600 £
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Consumption L/100km
8.8 - 10.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
231 - 241 g/km
co2
115 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,155 - 2,325 kg
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Trunk capacity
727 - 735 L
Trunk capacity
454 L
Length
4,945 mm
Length
4,975 mm
Width
1,975 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
1,715 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,144 - 2,152 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
660 - 690 kg
Payload
470 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 - 304 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Max Speed
230 - 237 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
422 - 588 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
200 - 224 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
2,497 - 2,996 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Genesis
Brand
Lexus
Is the Genesis GV80 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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