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Mercedes G Class vs Genesis G90 comparison

Compare performance (605 HP vs 415 HP), boot space and price (106,600 £ vs 96,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes G Class or Genesis G90?

Mercedes G Class vs Genesis G90: Key differences

Mercedes G Class

  • visibly more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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Genesis G90

  • moderately cheaper
  • barely lighter
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Genesis G90 is moderately cheaper – starting at 96,200 £ , while the Mercedes G Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,436 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes G Class uses 8.7 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Genesis G90 with 11 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 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 Mercedes G Class offers visibly more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 415 HP. That’s roughly 190 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes G Class is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Genesis G90 takes 5.2 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G Class delivers substantially more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 549 Nm. That’s about 615 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Genesis G90 is barely lighter – 2,260 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 225 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes G Class offers substantially more boot space – 640 L compared to 368 L. That’s a difference of about 272 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G Class carries clearly more – 715 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 210 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes G Class is clearly superior 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.

from £106,600
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Mercedes G Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 387 - 605 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 28 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 479 km
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Mercedes G Class

The G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.

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The Genesis G90 is the brand's flagship limousine, wrapping passengers in a serene cabin that feels bespoke and quietly confident. It delivers a cultured ride, sumptuous materials and clever tech smarts, all served with an understated swagger that makes rear-seat commuters feel like they've finally arrived.

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Genesis G90

Costs and Consumption
Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Price
96,200 - 108,200 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
479 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 336 g/km
co2
248 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
73 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Curb weight
2,260 - 2,470 kg
Trunk capacity
640 L
Trunk capacity
368 L
Length
-
Length
5,275 - 5,465 mm
Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Width
1,930 mm
Height
-
Height
1,490 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
115 - 715 kg
Payload
370 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Power HP
415 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 5.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Torque
549 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Power kW
305 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
3,470 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Genesis
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes G Class have?

The Mercedes G Class is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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