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VW Golf vs Genesis G90 – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether VW Golf or Genesis G90 fits your lifestyle better.

VW Golf

Genesis G90

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

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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.

VW Golf has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £, while the Genesis G90 costs 96200 £. That’s a price difference of around 70959 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Golf manages with 1.10 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Genesis G90 with 11 L. The difference is about 9.90 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Genesis G90 has a slightly edge – offering 415 HP compared to 333 HP. That’s roughly 82 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Genesis G90 takes 5.20 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Golf performs minimal better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Genesis G90 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Genesis G90 pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 549 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 129 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, VW Golf is decisively lighter – 1307 kg compared to 2260 kg. The difference is around 953 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Golf offers barely noticeable more room – 381 L compared to 368 L. That’s a difference of about 13 L.

When it comes to payload, VW Golf hardly perceptible takes the win – 508 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Golf proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Golf is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

VW Golf
Genesis G90

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VW Golf

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 333 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.1 - 8.1 L
  • Electric Range : 131 - 143 km
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VW Golf

The VW Golf remains the everyman’s favourite — cleverly balanced, composed and just posh enough to feel grown-up without pretending to be something it’s not. It slips through town and eats up longer trips with a refined cabin, practical layout and a kindly, capable character that turns everyday driving into something a little bit special.

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Genesis G90

The Genesis G90 is the brand's flagship limousine, wrapping passengers in a serene cabin that feels bespoke and quietly confident. It delivers a cultured ride, sumptuous materials and clever tech smarts, all served with an understated swagger that makes rear-seat commuters feel like they've finally arrived.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
25200 - 47600 £
Price
96200 - 108200 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 L
Consumption L/100km
11 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
131 - 143 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
25 - 184 g/km
co2
248 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
73 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1307 - 1662 kg
Curb weight
2260 - 2470 kg
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Trunk capacity
368 L
Length
4282 - 4296 mm
Length
5275 - 5465 mm
Width
1789 mm
Width
1930 mm
Height
1454 - 1483 mm
Height
1490 mm
Max trunk capacity
1129 - 1237 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
438 - 508 kg
Payload
370 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 333 HP
Power HP
415 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 5.4 s
Max Speed
202 - 270 km/h
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Torque
549 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
85 - 245 kW
Power kW
305 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
3470 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, G, C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
VW
Brand
Genesis

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What drivetrain options does the VW Golf have?

The VW Golf is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.

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