2024 Genesis GV60 vs. 2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric Review

Picture of the 2024 Genesis GV60

2024 Genesis
GV60

MSRP*: $52,000 to $69,550
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Picture of the 2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric

2024 Volvo
XC40 Recharge Pure Electric

MSRP*: $52,450 to $60,550
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MPG - City Info not available Info not available
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 54.7 ft3 57.5 ft3
Engine
  • 225-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 314-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 429-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 248-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 402-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 225 - 429 hp 248 - 402 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 177.8 in 174.8 in
Exterior Width 74.4 in 75.2 in
Leg Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 37.6 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 36.1 in
Head Room Front 39.0 in
Rear 38.1 in
Front 37.6 in
Rear 38.3 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Genesis GV60 offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric. The Genesis GV60 will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Genesis GV60 is somewhat more expensive than the Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric.

Dimensions
The Genesis GV60 is a little narrower than the Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. When looking at overall length, the Genesis GV60 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric.

Handling
The Genesis GV60 has a larger turning radius than the Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
If you've got something you need to pull, the Genesis GV60 will do just as well as the Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric, since they have about the same towing capacity. The Genesis GV60 has a little more horsepower than the Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Genesis GV60 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Genesis GV60 and the Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric. The Genesis GV60 has less cargo space than the Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.