Head-to-head
Genesis GV60 Magma vs Genesis G80 EV
The Genesis GV60 Magma starts $10,300 (7%) below the Genesis G80 EV. Here's how that price gap plays out across range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · SUV
Genesis GV60 Magma
Genesis's Magma performance sub-brand applied to the GV60 — the most powerful Korean EV on sale in Australia. Shares the 800V E-GMP platform with the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N and Kia EV6 GT.
- From
- $130,000
- Range
- 432 km
- Battery
- 84 kWh
Option B · Sedan
Genesis G80 EV
Genesis's electric luxury sedan — same body as the petrol G80 but with a dedicated EV powertrain. 87.2 kWh battery, 800V architecture, and Genesis's flagship cabin tech.
- From
- $140,300
- Range
- 520 km
- Battery
- 87.2 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Genesis GV60 Magma and Genesis G80 EV, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage Genesis G80 EV
The Genesis G80 EV goes 88 km further on a charge (520 vs 432 km WLTP).
- 2
Power · advantage Genesis GV60 Magma
The Genesis GV60 Magma puts down 206 kW more (478 vs 272 kW).
- 3
DC charging · advantage Genesis GV60 Magma
The Genesis GV60 Magma accepts 110 kW more DC peak charging (350 vs 240 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 4
Boot · advantage Genesis GV60 Magma
The Genesis GV60 Magma swallows 130 L more cargo with the rear seats up (480 vs 350 L).
- 5
0–100 km/h · advantage Genesis GV60 Magma
The Genesis GV60 Magma is 1.4 s quicker to 100 km/h (3.5 s vs 4.9 s).
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Genesis GV60 Magma wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $10,300
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (3.5s vs 4.9s)
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (350 kW vs 240 kW)
Where the Genesis G80 EV wins
- ▸ 88 km longer WLTP range
Genesis GV60 Magma
What we like
- ✓ 350 kW DC charging via 800V E-GMP architecture
- ✓ Distinctive Magma orange paint and styling
- ✓ 10-year battery warranty
What we don't
- ✕ Premium pricing vs standard GV60
- ✕ Range trails non-performance E-GMP siblings
- ✕ Genesis dealer network limited
Genesis G80 EV
What we like
- ✓ Flagship luxury cabin and refinement
- ✓ 240 kW DC charging via 800V architecture
- ✓ 10-year battery warranty
What we don't
- ✕ Range modest for the price (520 km WLTP)
- ✕ Boot smaller than Ioniq 6 (battery placement)
- ✕ Genesis service network limited
Frequently asked: Genesis GV60 Magma vs Genesis G80 EV
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Genesis GV60 Magma or the Genesis G80 EV?
- The Genesis GV60 Magma is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $130,000 versus $140,300 for the Genesis G80 EV, a $10,300 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Genesis G80 EV has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 520 km, 88 km further than the Genesis GV60 Magma's 432 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The Genesis GV60 Magma accepts a peak DC charging rate of 350 kW versus 240 kW for the Genesis G80 EV. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
- Which is quicker off the line?
- The Genesis GV60 Magma does 0–100 km/h in 3.5 seconds — 1.4 s quicker than the Genesis G80 EV's 4.9 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
- Is the Genesis GV60 Magma better value than the Genesis G80 EV?
- On paper the Genesis GV60 Magma is $10,300 cheaper AND beats the Genesis G80 EV on most of the headline specs we measure — meaning by spec-sheet logic it's the stronger value play. What a spec sheet can't capture: brand prestige, dealer network depth, build feel, software polish, and likely resale.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
Genesis GV60 Magma
if…
- ✓ you want to save $10,300 on the sticker
- ✓ you regularly do long road trips (faster DC peak)
- ✓ you want quicker acceleration off the line
- ✓ you regularly load it up (130 L more boot)
Choose the
Genesis G80 EV
if…
- ✓ maximum range matters (88 km further per charge)
- ✓ you match the profile: luxury sedan buyers
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.