Audi SQ8 vs Genesis GV70
What's the difference?

Audi SQ8

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2025 price

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Genesis GV70

$80,300 - $132,718

2026 price

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Land Rover Discovery Sport

Mercedes-Benz EQ-Class

Mercedes-Benz Eqe53

Mercedes-Benz Eqs450

Mercedes-Benz G-Class

Mercedes-Benz G580

Mercedes-Benz G63

Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class

Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class

Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class

Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class

Mercedes-Benz GLE400

Mercedes-Benz GLE450

Mercedes-Benz GLS

Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

Mitsubishi Outlander

Mitsubishi Pajero

Mitsubishi Pajero Sport

Summary

2025 Audi SQ8

2026 Genesis GV70

By Emily Agar

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Twin Turbo V8, 4.0L

Electric motor type

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Fuel Type

Premium Unleaded Petrol

Vehicle type

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Fuel Efficiency

11.9L/100km (combined)

Electric range

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Energy consumption

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Battery capacity

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Seating

Likes

Understated but elegant looks
Gusty engine that delivers serious power
Comfortably fits a large family

Dripping with luxury features
Pretty inside and out
Great ongoing ownership value

Dislikes

Never hits any thrilling notes
Technology is harder than it needs to be
Internal storage could be better

Spongey in corners
Lower EV range than some rivals
Boot is on the smaller side

2025 Audi SQ8 Summary

The Audi SQ8 has had a mid-life refresh but this upper large SUV still offers luxury with its powerful V8 engine that fans know and love, as well as the features you would expect in a top model.

It competes against the Mercedes-AMG GLE and Porsche Cayenne but we’re family testing the SQ8 to see how it handles domestic life.

Keep reading to see what we’ve discovered.

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2026 Genesis GV70 Summary

The Genesis GV70 Electrified Signature Performance has had a meaningful update, and it’s not just a light refresh.

This latest version brings significant improvements to technology, safety, and design.

With only one grade available, this review looks at whether it’s the smart choice for anyone wanting to step into a luxury electric medium SUV.

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Deep dive comparison

2025 Audi SQ8 2026 Genesis GV70

Verdict

The Audi SQ8 isn’t your typical performance SUV. It’s more refined and less flashy. The tech can be more complicated than it needs to be and if you’re wanting that V8 soundscape, you won’t find it here.

However, the handling and on road experience are superb plus you can comfortably haul the family around and look good doing it.

Verdict

The updated Genesis GV70 Electrified Signature Performance is packed with features, effortless on the road, and backed by fantastic ownership value. This isn’t just polished luxury, it’s smart luxury, making it a vehicle worth serious consideration. The only caveat? I’d opt for a different interior colour to white if you have kids or pets.

Audi SQ8 vs Genesis GV70 What's the difference?

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Verdict

Audi SQ8 vs Genesis GV70
What's the difference?