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Lexus RC vs Genesis GV80 comparison

Compare performance (464 HP vs 304 HP), boot space and price (82,300 £ vs 59,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RC or Genesis GV80?

Lexus RC vs Genesis GV80: Key differences

Lexus RC

  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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Genesis GV80

  • visibly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • significantly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

RC

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Genesis GV80 is visibly cheaper – starting at 59,400 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,946 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Genesis GV80 uses 8.8 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Lexus RC with 11.8 L/100km. The difference is about 3 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 Lexus RC offers clearly more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 304 HP. That’s roughly 160 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RC is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Genesis GV80 takes 6.9 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lexus RC is slightly faster – reaching 270 km/h, while the Genesis GV80 tops out at 237 km/h. The difference is around 33 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis GV80 delivers somewhat more torque with 588 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 68 Nm more.

RC

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Genesis GV80 offers more seats – 7 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus RC is markedly lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 2,155 kg. The difference is around 440 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Genesis GV80 offers significantly more boot space – 735 L compared to 366 L. That’s a difference of about 369 L.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis GV80 carries markedly more – 690 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 155 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis GV80 has only a minor advantage 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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Lexus RC

The Lexus RC cuts a dramatic figure on the road with its bold grille and sculpted coupe silhouette, blending Japanese refinement with a dash of show-off flair. Inside it favors comfort and clever detailing over racetrack theatrics, so if you want a luxurious, dependable coupe that rewards everyday driving with poise and a grin, the RC is hard to ignore.

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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
82,300 - 101,500 £
Price
59,400 - 75,600 £
Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 - 10.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
268 g/km
co2
231 - 241 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
3
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,715 kg
Curb weight
2,155 - 2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
366 L
Trunk capacity
727 - 735 L
Length
4,710 mm
Length
4,945 mm
Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,975 mm
Height
1,390 mm
Height
1,715 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,144 - 2,152 L
Payload
535 kg
Payload
660 - 690 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
464 HP
Power HP
272 - 304 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 s
Max Speed
270 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 237 km/h
Torque
520 Nm
Torque
422 - 588 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
341 kW
Power kW
200 - 224 kW
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3
Engine capacity
2,497 - 2,996 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Genesis
What drivetrain options does the Lexus RC have?

The Lexus RC is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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