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VW Caddy Compact Van vs Genesis G80 comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 370 HP), boot space and price (25,800 £ vs 64,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Caddy Compact Van or Genesis G80?

VW Caddy Compact Van vs Genesis G80: Key differences

VW Caddy Compact Van

  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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Genesis G80

  • clearly more power
  • significantly more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Caddy Compact Van

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW Caddy Compact Van is significantly cheaper – starting at 25,800 £ , while the Genesis G80 costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38,464 £.

As for electric range, the Genesis G80 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 450 km more than the VW Caddy Compact Van.

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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 G80 offers clearly more power – delivering 370 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 220 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis G80 delivers clearly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 380 Nm more.

Caddy Compact Van

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: Genesis G80 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, VW Caddy Compact Van is considerably lighter – 1,442 kg compared to 2,410 kg. The difference is around 968 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Caddy Compact Van carries markedly more – 759 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 269 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis G80 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.

from £64,300
G80

Genesis G80

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 370 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 570 km
VW Caddy Compact Van
Genesis G80

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Dimensions and Body

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VW Caddy Compact Van

The VW Caddy is a clever compact van that turns urban chores into something almost enjoyable, thanks to smart packaging and a cabin that refuses to feel like punishment. For buyers who want useful practicality without drama, the Caddy is a tidy, dependable choice that quietly gets the job done while remaining surprisingly pleasant to drive.

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Genesis G80

The Genesis G80 is a quietly confident executive sedan that marries elegant, restrained design with an interior that feels bespoke rather than mass-produced. For buyers who crave flagship comfort and poise without the badge theatrics, the G80 serves serious luxury and refinement with a touch of surprising value — like a tuxedoed chauffeur who secretly loves great playlists.

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VW Caddy Compact Van
Genesis G80

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,800 - 42,300 £
Price
64,300 - 67,800 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
117 - 120 km
Electric Range
570 km
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
11 - 154 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,442 - 1,818 kg
Curb weight
2,410 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
354 L
Length
4,500 - 4,853 mm
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,925 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,823 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 3,700 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
628 - 759 kg
Payload
490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Power HP
370 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 s
Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Power kW
272 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Genesis
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