Global EV Comparison: Genesis Electrified G80 AWD vs BMW i5 xDrive40
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General Info
The BMW i5 xDrive40 (2025-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €75600. The Genesis Electrified G80 AWD (2022-2025) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €55950 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | Genesis Electrified G80 AWD | BMW i5 xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-2025 | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | Germany, China |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €75600 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €55950 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.8 | 6.7 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Genesis Electrified G80 AWD (2022-2025) has a larger battery, the BMW i5 xDrive40 (2025-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Genesis Electrified G80 AWD | BMW i5 xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 454 km | 447 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 520 km | 580 km |
| Range (GCC) | 437 km | 452 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 87.2 kWh | 84.4 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 82.5 kWh | 81.2 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.9 kWh/100 km | 18 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.3 km/kWh | 5.57 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.9 | 7.4 |
Charging
The Genesis Electrified G80 AWD (2022-2025) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the BMW i5 xDrive40 (2025-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Genesis Electrified G80 AWD (2022-2025) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 350 kW, while the BMW i5 xDrive40 (2025-…) maxes out at 206 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Genesis Electrified G80 AWD | BMW i5 xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 350 kW | 206 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 8.2 | 6.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the BMW i5 xDrive40 (2025-…) has more power, the Genesis Electrified G80 AWD (2022-2025) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Genesis Electrified G80 AWD | BMW i5 xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 272 kW | 290 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 365 hp | 389 hp |
| Motor Torque | 700 Nm | 590 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9 s | 5.4 s |
| Top Speed | 225 km/h | 215 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6 | 5.7 |
Dimensions
The BMW i5 xDrive40 (2025-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Genesis Electrified G80 AWD (2022-2025).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Genesis Electrified G80 AWD | BMW i5 xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5005 mm | 5060 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2115 mm | 2156 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1925 mm | 1900 mm |
| Height | 1470 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3010 mm | 2995 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The BMW i5 xDrive40 (2025-…) has a towing capacity of up to 2000 kg, whereas the Genesis Electrified G80 AWD (2022-2025) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Genesis Electrified G80 AWD | BMW i5 xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2325 kg | 2345 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 354 l | 490 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 785 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 2000 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.1 | 5.9 |
