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VW ID.5 vs Genesis GV70 comparison

Compare performance (299 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (37,200 £ vs 59,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.5 or Genesis GV70?

VW ID.5 vs Genesis GV70: Key differences

VW ID.5

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  • considerably cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • a bit more electric range
  • somewhat lighter
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Genesis GV70

  • visibly more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

ID.5

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW ID.5 is considerably cheaper – starting at 37,200 £ , while the Genesis GV70 costs 59,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,020 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.5 is noticeably more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 19.4 kWh/100km for the Genesis GV70. That’s a difference of about 4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID.5 offers a bit more range – reaching up to 571 km, about 92 km more than the Genesis GV70.

GV70

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 Genesis GV70 offers visibly more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 299 HP. That’s roughly 191 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis GV70 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the VW ID.5 takes 6.1 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis GV70 delivers noticeably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 155 Nm more.

ID.5

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW ID.5 is somewhat lighter – 2,051 kg compared to 2,335 kg. The difference is around 284 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID.5 carries very slightly more – 552 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis GV70 holds a slight edge 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 £59,200
GV70

Genesis GV70

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 479 km
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VW ID.5

VW ID.5 dresses electric power in a sleek, coupe-like profile that turns sensible motoring into something a touch more stylish and smug. Inside it’s spacious and user-friendly, with calm, confidence-inspiring driving that suits buyers who want EV simplicity without the sci‑fi theatrics.

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Genesis GV70

Costs and Consumption
Price
37,200 - 49,300 £
Price
59,200 - 64,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
436 - 571 km
Electric Range
479 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
2,051 - 2,204 kg
Curb weight
2,335 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
503 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
529 - 552 kg
Payload
515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 299 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
310 - 545 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
140 - 220 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Genesis
Is the VW ID.5 offered with different drivetrains?

The VW ID.5 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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