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Mazda MX-30 vs Genesis GV80 comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 304 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 59,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-30 or Genesis GV80?

Mazda MX-30 vs Genesis GV80: Key differences

Mazda MX-30

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  • considerably cheaper
  • moderately lighter
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Genesis GV80

  • significantly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

MX-30

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.

Mazda MX-30 is considerably cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Genesis GV80 costs 59,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,534 £.

GV80

Engine and Performance:

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 GV80 offers significantly more power – delivering 304 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 134 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis GV80 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.9 s, while the Mazda MX-30 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Genesis GV80 is clearly faster – reaching 237 km/h, while the Mazda MX-30 tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 97 km/h.

MX-30

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 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-30 is moderately lighter – 1,849 kg compared to 2,155 kg. The difference is around 306 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Genesis GV80 offers clearly more boot space – 735 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 385 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Genesis GV80 offers substantially more capacity – up to 2,152 L, about 997 L more than the Mazda MX-30.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis GV80 carries considerably more – 690 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 288 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda MX-30 is far ahead overall 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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MX-30

Mazda MX-30

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 85 km
Mazda MX-30
Genesis GV80

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Mazda MX-30

The Mazda MX-30 trades conventional EV practicality for a boutique vibe, wrapping easy urban agility and a stylish, artisan interior into a compact package that stands out in the crossover crowd. It’s ideal for city-minded buyers who value design and driving feel over long-distance trips, and its quirky details prove Mazda can be playful without losing its driver-focused soul.

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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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Mazda MX-30
Genesis GV80

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Price
59,400 - 75,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.8 - 10.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
22 g/km
co2
231 - 241 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Curb weight
2,155 - 2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
727 - 735 L
Length
4,395 mm
Length
4,945 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,975 mm
Height
1,555 mm
Height
1,715 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Max trunk capacity
2,144 - 2,152 L
Payload
402 kg
Payload
660 - 690 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 HP
Power HP
272 - 304 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 s
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 237 km/h
Torque
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Torque
422 - 588 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
125 kW
Power kW
200 - 224 kW
Engine capacity
830 cm3
Engine capacity
2,497 - 2,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Genesis
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