BMW X3 M40i vs Hyundai Genesis GV80

BMW X3 M40i

Suv · Gasoline

Hyundai Genesis GV80

Suv · Gasoline

Car A

BMW X3 M40i

The BMW X3 M40i blends five-seat SUV practicality with serious pace for growing families and road trips. At $59,900, its 360 hp and 4.5 s 0-100 km/h deliver good value in its segment, with 9 L/100 km reasonable for the performance.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety9 L/100km

Car B

Hyundai Genesis GV80

The five-seat Hyundai Genesis GV80 emphasizes strong power and quick acceleration, making highway travel and road trips easy. Practical for family duty, but the 400-liter trunk and higher fuel use mean it’s less ideal for city errands or packing bulky gear.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety380 hp

Why compared more powercomparison pickcross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seats

Usage fit

Family 75 / 70

City 28 / 24

Budget / value 50 / 45

Road trip 65 / 65

Performance 30 / 29

Cargo 38 / 30

Practical 53 / 47

Premium 61 / 42

Winter 40 / 40

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW X3 M40i · Orange = Hyundai Genesis GV80

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW X3 M40i Hyundai Genesis GV80

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Pros & cons

BMW X3 M40i

Very quick acceleration (0-100 km/h in 4.5 s) for confident passing
550 L cargo space and five seats suit family use and road trips
Good value in its segment at $59,900 given its performance
Reasonable fuel use for this power level (9 L/100 km combined)
You need a third row or seven seats
SUV size is less ideal for tight city driving
You want an electrified or plug-in option; this is gasoline-only
Despite strong power, it is not aimed at hardcore track driving

Hyundai Genesis GV80

380 hp and 530 Nm provide confident highway performance
5.0 s 0–100 km/h helps with quick merging and overtakes
Five seats fit small-family needs
Ranks well for safety among its key strengths
11 L/100 km combined consumption can raise running costs, especially in city driving
400-liter trunk may feel tight for strollers or long-trip luggage
Not aimed at enthusiasts seeking focused performance driving
Higher price point may stretch budgets versus smaller family cars

Verdict

Pick BMW X3 M40i if…

Best fuel economy

BMW X3 M40i uses 9.0 L/100km vs 11.0 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Hyundai Genesis GV80 if…

More power

Hyundai Genesis GV80 puts out 380 hp vs 360 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

BMW X3 M40i

Hyundai Genesis GV80

Verdict

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