Head-to-head
Genesis GV60 vs Genesis GV60 Magma
At $88,300 the Genesis GV60 undercuts the Genesis GV60 Magma by $41,700 (32%) — but does the premium deliver enough of an edge to justify itself? Here's how the two compare on price, range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · SUV
Genesis GV60
Genesis's premium electric SUV — shares E-GMP 800V platform with Kia EV6 and Hyundai Ioniq 5 but with luxury finish and Hyundai Motor Group's most ambitious cabin design.
- From
- $88,300
- Range
- 561 km
- Battery
- 84 kWh
Option B · 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
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Genesis GV60 and Genesis GV60 Magma, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage Genesis GV60
The Genesis GV60 goes 129 km further on a charge (561 vs 432 km WLTP).
- 2
Power · advantage Genesis GV60 Magma
The Genesis GV60 Magma puts down 310 kW more (478 vs 168 kW).
- 3
Price · advantage Genesis GV60
The Genesis GV60 undercuts the Genesis GV60 Magma by $41,700 (32%) on starting price.
- 4
0–100 km/h · advantage Genesis GV60 Magma
The Genesis GV60 Magma is 2.0 s quicker to 100 km/h (3.5 s vs 5.5 s).
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Genesis GV60 wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $41,700
- ▸ 129 km longer WLTP range
Where the Genesis GV60 Magma wins
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (3.5s vs 5.5s)
Genesis GV60
What we like
- ✓ 350 kW DC charging via 800V E-GMP architecture
- ✓ Long 10-year battery warranty
- ✓ Distinctive Genesis design language
What we don't
- ✕ Genesis dealer network limited in Australia
- ✕ Range trails some newer rivals at this price
- ✕ Boot smaller than EV6's despite premium positioning
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
Frequently asked: Genesis GV60 vs Genesis GV60 Magma
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Genesis GV60 or the Genesis GV60 Magma?
- The Genesis GV60 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $88,300 versus $130,000 for the Genesis GV60 Magma, a $41,700 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Genesis GV60 has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 561 km, 129 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 is quicker off the line?
- The Genesis GV60 Magma does 0–100 km/h in 3.5 seconds — 2.0 s quicker than the Genesis GV60's 5.5 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
- Is the Genesis GV60 better value than the Genesis GV60 Magma?
- On paper the Genesis GV60 is $41,700 cheaper, but the Genesis GV60 Magma edges ahead on most other measurable specs. Whether the saving justifies the gap depends on which features matter most to you, and how much weight you give to brand and dealer factors.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
Genesis GV60
if…
- ✓ you want to save $41,700 on the sticker
- ✓ maximum range matters (129 km further per charge)
- ✓ you match the profile: premium suv buyers
Choose the
Genesis GV60 Magma
if…
- ✓ you want quicker acceleration off the line
- ✓ you match the profile: performance suv 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.