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Mercedes E Class vs Genesis GV80 comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 304 HP), boot space and price (50,500 £ vs 59,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E Class or Genesis GV80?

Mercedes E Class vs Genesis GV80: Key differences

Mercedes E Class

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  • slightly cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter

Genesis GV80

  • visibly more trunk space

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

E Class

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes E Class is slightly cheaper – starting at 50,500 £ , while the Genesis GV80 costs 59,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,892 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes E Class uses 1.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Genesis GV80 with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 7.3 L/100km.

GV80

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 Mercedes E Class offers significantly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 304 HP. That’s roughly 281 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Genesis GV80 takes 6.9 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E Class delivers visibly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 588 Nm. That’s about 162 Nm more.

E Class

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 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes E Class is moderately lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,155 kg. The difference is around 345 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Genesis GV80 offers visibly more boot space – 735 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 195 L.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis GV80 carries only slightly more – 690 kg compared to 640 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E Class 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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E Class

Mercedes E Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 101 - 116 km
Mercedes E Class
Genesis GV80

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Mercedes E Class

The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.

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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 E Class
Genesis GV80

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,500 - 119,700 £
Price
59,400 - 75,600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 - 10.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
39 - 172 g/km
co2
231 - 241 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,810 - 2,390 kg
Curb weight
2,155 - 2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
727 - 735 L
Length
-
Length
4,945 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Width
1,975 mm
Height
-
Height
1,715 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,144 - 2,152 L
Payload
530 - 640 kg
Payload
660 - 690 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Power HP
272 - 304 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
230 - 237 km/h
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Torque
422 - 588 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Power kW
200 - 224 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
2,497 - 2,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Genesis
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