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Genesis GV80 vs Mazda 3 Sedan comparison

Compare performance (304 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (59,400 £ vs 25,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Genesis GV80 or Mazda 3 Sedan?

Genesis GV80 vs Mazda 3 Sedan: Key differences

Genesis GV80

  • markedly more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Mazda 3 Sedan

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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly 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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mazda 3 Sedan is significantly cheaper – starting at 25,400 £ , while the Genesis GV80 costs 59,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,934 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda 3 Sedan uses 5.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Genesis GV80 with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 3.3 L/100km.

3 Sedan

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 markedly more power – delivering 304 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 118 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis GV80 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 6.9 s, while the Mazda 3 Sedan takes 8.1 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis GV80 delivers considerably more torque with 588 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 348 Nm more.

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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, Mazda 3 Sedan is clearly lighter – 1,417 kg compared to 2,155 kg. The difference is around 738 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Genesis GV80 offers clearly more boot space – 735 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 285 L.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis GV80 carries visibly more – 690 kg compared to 501 kg. That’s a difference of about 189 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 3 Sedan has the upper hand 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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3 Sedan

Mazda 3 Sedan

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 140 - 186 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.5 - 6 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
59,400 - 75,600 £
Price
25,400 - 34,700 £
Consumption L/100km
8.8 - 10.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
231 - 241 g/km
co2
123 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,155 - 2,325 kg
Curb weight
1,417 - 1,468 kg
Trunk capacity
727 - 735 L
Trunk capacity
450 L
Length
4,945 mm
Length
-
Width
1,975 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
1,715 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
2,144 - 2,152 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
660 - 690 kg
Payload
482 - 501 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 - 304 HP
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
230 - 237 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
422 - 588 Nm
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
200 - 224 kW
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Engine capacity
2,497 - 2,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Genesis
Brand
Mazda
Is the Genesis GV80 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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