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Renault Master Bus vs Genesis GV80 comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 304 HP), boot space and price (36,600 £ vs 59,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Master Bus or Genesis GV80?

Renault Master Bus vs Genesis GV80: Key differences

Renault Master Bus

  • considerably cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
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Genesis GV80

  • considerably more power
  • very slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Master Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Renault Master Bus is considerably cheaper – starting at 36,600 £ , while the Genesis GV80 costs 59,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,795 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Master Bus uses 8.7 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Genesis GV80 with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

GV80

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 Genesis GV80 offers considerably more power – delivering 304 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 124 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Genesis GV80 is visibly faster – reaching 237 km/h, while the Renault Master Bus tops out at 165 km/h. The difference is around 72 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis GV80 delivers clearly more torque with 588 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 188 Nm more.

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: Renault Master Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 7.

In terms of curb weight, Genesis GV80 is very slightly lighter – 2,155 kg compared to 2,189 kg. The difference is around 34 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Renault Master Bus offers clearly more capacity – up to 4,840 L, about 2,688 L more than the Genesis GV80.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Master Bus carries clearly more – 1,254 kg compared to 690 kg. That’s a difference of about 564 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Master Bus holds a slight edge 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 £36,600
Master Bus

Renault Master Bus

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 135 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.7 - 10.7 L/100km
Renault Master Bus
Genesis GV80

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Renault Master Bus

The Renault Master Bus is a no-nonsense people carrier that trades flash for practicality, offering generous space for passengers and luggage with a sensible, robust feel. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want comfort and reliability over glamour — think dependable transport with a dash of French charm and a wry smile.

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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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Renault Master Bus
Genesis GV80

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,600 - 43,200 £
Price
59,400 - 75,600 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 10.7 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
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
227 - 280 g/km
co2
231 - 241 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
105 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
6 - 9
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,189 - 2,361 kg
Curb weight
2,155 - 2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
727 - 735 L
Length
5,075 - 5,575 mm
Length
4,945 mm
Width
2,070 mm
Width
1,975 mm
Height
2,290 - 2,486 mm
Height
1,715 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,840 - 4,840 L
Max trunk capacity
2,144 - 2,152 L
Payload
939 - 1,254 kg
Payload
660 - 690 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
135 - 180 HP
Power HP
272 - 304 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 s
Max Speed
150 - 165 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 237 km/h
Torque
360 - 400 Nm
Torque
422 - 588 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
99 - 132 kW
Power kW
200 - 224 kW
Engine capacity
2,299 cm3
Engine capacity
2,497 - 2,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Renault
Brand
Genesis
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