Compare performance (140 HP vs 370 HP), boot space and price (24000 £ vs 64300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or Genesis G80?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Hyundai i30 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24000 £ , while the Genesis G80 costs 64300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 40294 £.
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 Genesis G80 has a clearly edge – offering 370 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 230 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis G80 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.10 s, while the Hyundai i30 takes 9.60 s. That’s about 4.50 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Genesis G80 pulls decisively stronger with 700 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 447 Nm difference.
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 5 people.
In curb weight, Hyundai i30 is convincingly lighter – 1291 kg compared to 2410 kg. The difference is around 1119 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Hyundai i30 offers to a small extent more room – 395 L compared to 354 L. That’s a difference of about 41 L.
When it comes to payload, Hyundai i30 hardly perceptible takes the win – 509 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.
The Genesis G80 sits 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.
The Hyundai i30 proves that sensible can also be stylish, offering a confident driving character wrapped in neat, modern design. It serves up a roomy, well-equipped cabin and composed ride that make everyday motoring feel like a clever purchase rather than a compromise.
detailsThe Genesis G80 is a quietly confident executive sedan that marries elegant, restrained design with an interior that feels bespoke rather than mass-produced. For buyers who crave flagship comfort and poise without the badge theatrics, the G80 serves serious luxury and refinement with a touch of surprising value — like a tuxedoed chauffeur who secretly loves great playlists.
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Price
24000 - 29300 £
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Price
64300 - 67800 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.10 kWh
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
570 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
130 - 136 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1291 - 1407 kg
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Curb weight
2410 kg
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Trunk capacity
395 L
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Trunk capacity
354 L
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Length
4340 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1795 mm
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Width
1925 mm
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Height
1455 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1301 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
463 - 509 kg
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Payload
490 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
100 - 140 HP
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Power HP
370 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 13.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.10 s
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Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
172 - 253 Nm
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Torque
700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
74 - 103 kW
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Power kW
272 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Genesis
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.