Compare performance (202 HP vs 245 HP), boot space and price (41100 £ vs 38600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Rexton or Genesis G70?
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.
Genesis G70 has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38600 £ , while the SsangYong Rexton costs 41100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2580 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Genesis G70 manages with 6.50 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the SsangYong Rexton with 8.20 L. The difference is about 1.70 L per 100 km.
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 G70 has a a bit edge – offering 245 HP compared to 202 HP. That’s roughly 43 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis G70 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.10 s, while the SsangYong Rexton takes 10.60 s. That’s about 4.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Genesis G70 performs evident better – reaching 240 km/h, while the SsangYong Rexton tops out at 184 km/h. The difference is around 56 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: SsangYong Rexton pulls slight stronger with 441 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 1 Nm difference.
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: SsangYong Rexton offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Genesis G70 is distinct lighter – 1727 kg compared to 2145 kg. The difference is around 418 kg.
In terms of boot space, the SsangYong Rexton offers clearly more room – 784 L compared to 330 L. That’s a difference of about 454 L.
When it comes to payload, SsangYong Rexton clearly takes the win – 770 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 318 kg.
The Genesis G70 proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Genesis G70 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The SsangYong Rexton is a no-nonsense full-size SUV that pairs rugged, go-anywhere bones with a surprisingly plush cabin, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want capability without premium-brand prices. It won’t turn heads like a luxury badge, but its generous space, sensible features and honest practicality make it a smart, down-to-earth family hauler — a savvy pick if you value substance over status.
detailsThe Genesis G70 blends sleek, low-slung styling with a cabin that feels more bespoke than bargain-bin, delivering driver-focused dynamics that make long runs and twisty roads equally entertaining. With premium materials, thoughtful tech and a value proposition that nudges past its German rivals, it’s the kind of compact executive that feels serious but doesn’t take itself too seriously.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
41100 - 51300 £
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Price
38600 - 44500 £
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Consumption L/100km
8.20 L
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Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 9.1 L
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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
214 - 216 g/km
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co2
170 - 206 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
70 L
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2145 - 2180 kg
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Curb weight
1727 - 1858 kg
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Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
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Trunk capacity
330 L
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Length
4850 mm
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Length
4685 mm
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Width
1960 mm
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Width
1850 mm
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Height
1825 mm
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Height
1400 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1806 - 1977 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
655 - 770 kg
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Payload
413 - 452 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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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
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
202 HP
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Power HP
200 - 245 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.60 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 7.9 s
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Max Speed
184 km/h
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Max Speed
230 - 240 km/h
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Torque
441 Nm
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Torque
353 - 440 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
148 kW
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Power kW
147 - 180 kW
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Engine capacity
2157 cm3
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Engine capacity
1998 - 2199 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2021 - 2023
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Model Year
2021 - 2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F
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Brand
SsangYong
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Brand
Genesis
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The SsangYong Rexton is available as All-Wheel Drive.