Compare performance (8 HP vs 304 HP), boot space and price (6,800 £ vs 59,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Rocks Electric or Genesis GV80?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Vauxhall Rocks Electric is clearly cheaper – starting at 6,800 £ , while the Genesis GV80 costs 59,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 52,534 £.
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 Genesis GV80 offers substantially more power – delivering 304 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 296 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis GV80 delivers clearly more torque with 588 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 548 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Genesis GV80 offers more seats – 7 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Rocks Electric is significantly lighter – 558 kg compared to 2,155 kg. The difference is around 1,597 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Genesis GV80 offers substantially more boot space – 735 L compared to 63 L. That’s a difference of about 672 L.
When it comes to payload, the Genesis GV80 carries clearly more – 690 kg compared to 142 kg. That’s a difference of about 548 kg.
The Vauxhall Rocks Electric 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.
The Opel Rocks Electric is a cheeky urban crossover that swaps petrol fuss for an electric grin, offering compact practicality and a playful character for city life. It’s easy to live with, delivers quietly eager acceleration for everyday driving, and feels like a smart, approachable choice for buyers dipping their toes into EV ownership.
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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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Price
6,800 - 7,500 £
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Price
59,400 - 75,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.8 - 10.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
75 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
231 - 241 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
80 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
2
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
558 kg
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Curb weight
2,155 - 2,325 kg
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Trunk capacity
63 L
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Trunk capacity
727 - 735 L
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Length
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Length
4,945 mm
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Width
1,388 mm
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Width
1,975 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,715 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
2,144 - 2,152 L
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Payload
142 kg
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Payload
660 - 690 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic 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
8 HP
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Power HP
272 - 304 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
230 - 237 km/h
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Torque
40 Nm
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Torque
422 - 588 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
6 kW
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Power kW
200 - 224 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
2,497 - 2,996 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Brand
Genesis
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