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Volvo XC60 vs Genesis GV80 comparison

Compare performance (406 HP vs 304 HP), boot space and price (58,300 £ vs 59,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC60 or Genesis GV80?

Volvo XC60 vs Genesis GV80: Key differences

Volvo XC60

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  • very slightly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
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Genesis GV80

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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

XC60

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Volvo XC60 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 58,300 £ , while the Genesis GV80 costs 59,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,105 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC60 uses 1.6 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Genesis GV80 with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 7.2 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 Volvo XC60 offers markedly more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 304 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC60 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Genesis GV80 takes 6.9 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC60 delivers slightly more torque with 669 Nm compared to 588 Nm. That’s about 81 Nm more.

XC60

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Genesis GV80 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo XC60 is only slightly lighter – 2,150 kg compared to 2,155 kg. The difference is around 5 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis GV80 carries clearly more – 690 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 180 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo XC60 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.

from £58,300
XC60

Volvo XC60

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 335 - 406 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 79 km
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Volvo XC60

The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian elegance with a strong focus on occupant safety, delivering a calm, composed ride and a well-crafted, user-friendly cabin. It’s a practical yet premium compact SUV that balances comfort with confident road manners, ideal for buyers who value refinement and everyday usability.

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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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Genesis GV80

Costs and Consumption
Price
58,300 - 71,400 £
Price
59,400 - 75,600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 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
79 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
59 g/km
co2
231 - 241 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,150 kg
Curb weight
2,155 - 2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
727 - 735 L
Length
-
Length
4,945 mm
Width
1,902 mm
Width
1,975 mm
Height
-
Height
1,715 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,144 - 2,152 L
Payload
510 kg
Payload
660 - 690 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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
335 - 406 HP
Power HP
272 - 304 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
230 - 237 km/h
Torque
589 - 669 Nm
Torque
422 - 588 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
247 - 299 kW
Power kW
200 - 224 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
2,497 - 2,996 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Genesis
What drive types are available for the Volvo XC60?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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