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Genesis GV80 vs Mercedes V Class comparison

Compare performance (304 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (59,400 £ vs 48,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Genesis GV80 or Mercedes V Class?

Genesis GV80 vs Mercedes V Class: Key differences

Genesis GV80

  • markedly more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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Mercedes V Class

  • visibly cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
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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.

Mercedes V Class is visibly cheaper – starting at 48,200 £ , while the Genesis GV80 costs 59,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,218 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes V Class uses 7.1 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Genesis GV80 with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.

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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 markedly more power – delivering 304 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis GV80 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.9 s, while the Mercedes V Class takes 7.4 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis GV80 delivers somewhat more torque with 588 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 88 Nm more.

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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.

Seats: Genesis GV80 offers more seats – 7 vs 6.

In terms of curb weight, Genesis GV80 is barely lighter – 2,155 kg compared to 2,192 kg. The difference is around 37 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes V Class carries markedly more – 908 kg compared to 690 kg. That’s a difference of about 218 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis GV80 stands out in the key areas 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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Mercedes V Class

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Costs and Consumption
Price
59,400 - 75,600 £
Price
48,200 - 83,300 £
Consumption L/100km
8.8 - 10.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 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
187 - 232 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
6
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,155 - 2,325 kg
Curb weight
2,192 - 2,464 kg
Trunk capacity
727 - 735 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,945 mm
Length
-
Width
1,975 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
1,715 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
2,144 - 2,152 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
660 - 690 kg
Payload
636 - 908 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 - 304 HP
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
230 - 237 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
422 - 588 Nm
Torque
370 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
200 - 224 kW
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
2,497 - 2,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3

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

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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