Performance, power and 0-100 km/h
2026 BMW M3 Competition xDrive has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 3.4 seconds, compared with 4.9 seconds for 2026 Genesis G80 Electrified. 2026 BMW M3 Competition xDrive has the higher listed output at 530 hp; 2026 Genesis G80 Electrified is rated at 365 hp, a difference of 165 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Genesis G80 Electrified at 700 Nm and 2026 BMW M3 Competition xDrive at 650 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.
Range, battery, charging and efficiency
Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.
Dimensions, cargo space and towing
2026 BMW M3 Competition xDrive provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 480 litres versus 354 litres, a difference of 126 litres. 2026 Genesis G80 Electrified is 201 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.
Price and overall assessment
2026 Genesis G80 Electrified has the lower listed starting price at $79,550, compared with $80,900 for 2026 BMW M3 Competition xDrive. 2026 BMW M3 Competition xDrive leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.