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SsangYong Rexton vs Genesis GV80 comparison

Compare performance (202 HP vs 304 HP), boot space and price (41,100 £ vs 59,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Rexton or Genesis GV80?

SsangYong Rexton vs Genesis GV80: Key differences

SsangYong Rexton

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • barely lighter
  • marginally more trunk space

Genesis GV80

  • visibly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Rexton

Costs and Efficiency:

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

SsangYong Rexton is substantially cheaper – starting at 41,100 £ , while the Genesis GV80 costs 59,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,248 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SsangYong Rexton uses 8.2 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Genesis GV80 with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

GV80

Engine and Performance:

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 GV80 offers visibly more power – delivering 304 HP compared to 202 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis GV80 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.9 s, while the SsangYong Rexton takes 10.6 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Genesis GV80 is noticeably faster – reaching 237 km/h, while the SsangYong Rexton tops out at 184 km/h. The difference is around 53 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis GV80 delivers visibly more torque with 588 Nm compared to 441 Nm. That’s about 147 Nm more.

Rexton

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.

In terms of curb weight, SsangYong Rexton is barely lighter – 2,145 kg compared to 2,155 kg. The difference is around 10 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Rexton offers marginally more boot space – 784 L compared to 735 L. That’s a difference of about 49 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Genesis GV80 offers marginally more capacity – up to 2,152 L, about 175 L more than the SsangYong Rexton.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Rexton carries a bit more – 770 kg compared to 690 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis GV80 is decisively ahead 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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GV80

Genesis GV80

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 304 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 8.8 - 10.8 L/100km
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Reviews SsangYong Rexton

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Frank Williams CPA/ ACCA/ CPD
22 Jan 2026, 01:20:01

Ssang Yong Rexton is better than the Land Cruiser

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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Genesis GV80

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,100 - 51,300 £
Price
59,400 - 75,600 £
Consumption L/100km
8.2 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
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
214 - 216 g/km
co2
231 - 241 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,145 - 2,180 kg
Curb weight
2,155 - 2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
Trunk capacity
727 - 735 L
Length
4,850 mm
Length
4,945 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,975 mm
Height
1,825 mm
Height
1,715 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,806 - 1,977 L
Max trunk capacity
2,144 - 2,152 L
Payload
655 - 770 kg
Payload
660 - 690 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
202 HP
Power HP
272 - 304 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 s
Max Speed
184 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 237 km/h
Torque
441 Nm
Torque
422 - 588 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
148 kW
Power kW
200 - 224 kW
Engine capacity
2,157 cm3
Engine capacity
2,497 - 2,996 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
Genesis
Is the SsangYong Rexton offered with different drivetrains?

The SsangYong Rexton is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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