Genesis G70

The Genesis G70 (Korean: 제네시스 G70) is a four-door compact executive sedan manufactured by the Korean luxury automaker Genesis, a subsidiary of Hyundai.

Genesis G70 (IK)
Overview
ManufacturerGenesis Motor (Hyundai)
Production2017–present
Model years2018–present
AssemblySouth Korea: Ulsan (Hyundai Motor Company Ulsan Plant)
DesignerPeter Schreyer
Body and chassis
ClassCompact executive car (D)
Body style4-door sedan
Layout
RelatedKia Stinger
Genesis GV70
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,835 mm (111.6 in)
Length4,685 mm (184.4 in)
Width1,850 mm (72.8 in)
Height1,400 mm (55.1 in)
Curb weight
  • 1,595–1,705 kg (3,516–3,759 lb) (2.0T)
  • 1,690–1,800 kg (3,726–3,968 lb) (2.2D)
  • 1,705–1,795 kg (3,759–3,957 lb) (3.3T)

As an all-new nameplate, the G70 debuted on September 15, 2017, at a global launch event in Seoul's Olympic Park.[3] The G70 is Genesis Motor's third model and was designed to compete with compact executive and entry-level luxury saloons/sedans. The Genesis G70 was named the 2019 North American Car of the Year.

Overview

The Genesis G70 was under development for several years and was previewed by the Genesis New York Concept shown at the 2016 New York International Auto Show.[4] The design was penned by German auto designer Peter Schreyer, who is also responsible for designing the related Kia Stinger.[5] Development of the G70 took place at Hyundai Namyang R&D Center in Hwasung, South Korea.[3]

The exterior design shares cues from the other two Genesis models, the G80 and the G90. The grille features Genesis' corporate design, with functional air intakes along the bottom and side.[6] The LED headlights operate with separate daytime running lights.[3] The rear has an athletic stance framed by LED taillights and dual-exhausts.[6]

The interior's center console is angled slightly towards the driver and is composed of soft-touch plastics, leather and real metal accents. The layout has three large knobs for the climate controls, an eight-inch touch screen, and a small electronic shifter.[6] Technology features include a 15-speaker Lexicon audio system, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a heads-up display.[3]

  • Front view
  • Front view
  • Rear view
  • Interior
  • 3.3L Lambda II T-GDi petrol engine of the G70

Facelift (2020)

On September 8, 2020, Genesis announced a facelift for the 2022 Genesis G70 model.[7]

Powertrain

The Genesis G70 is offered with a 2.0 liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 252 hp (188 kW) and 260 lb⋅ft (353 N⋅m) of torque, a 3.3 liter twin-turbocharged V-6 engine with 365 hp (272 kW) and 376 lb⋅ft (510 N⋅m) of torque, and a 2.2 liter turbo-diesel four-cylinder engine with 199 hp (148 kW) and 325 lb⋅ft (441 N⋅m) of torque. Genesis estimates that acceleration from 0-62 mph (0–100 km/h) will take 4.7 seconds with the LSD equipped 3.3 liter V-6 RWD model.[3] The transmission is either an 8-speed automatic or a 6-speed manual, which is only available on the 2.0 liter 4-cylinder model.[2] Buyers are able to choose between rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive, with the manual transmission coming only with rear-wheel drive.[3]

Starting with the 2022 model year, the manual transmission will no longer be offered.[8]

Engines
ModelYearsTransmissionPower@rpmTorque@rpmAcceleration
0–100 km/h
(0-62 mph)
(official)
Petrol
Theta II 2.0 T-GDi2017–20206-speed manual252 PS (185 kW; 249 hp) @ 6,200 rpm
255 PS (188 kW; 252 hp) @ 6,200 rpm		36 kg⋅m (353 N⋅m; 260 lbf⋅ft) @ 1,400-4,000 rpm
2017–present8-speed automatic5.9 s (RWD)
Lambda II 3.3 T-GDi2017–2020370 PS (272 kW; 365 hp) @ 6,000 rpm52 kg⋅m (510 N⋅m; 376 lbf⋅ft) @ 1,300-4,500 rpm4.7 s (RWD)
5.0 s (AWD)
2020–present370 PS (272 kW; 365 hp) @ 6,000 rpm
373 PS (274 kW; 368 hp) @ 6,000 rpm
Diesel
R II 2.2 CRDi2017–present8-speed automatic202 PS (149 kW; 199 hp) @ 3,800 rpm45 kg⋅m (441 N⋅m; 325 lbf⋅ft) @ 1,750-2,750 rpm?

Awards
  • Best Luxury Sedan for 2019 - Ruedas ESPN (10/18)[9]
  • 2019 Car of the Year - MotorTrend (11/18)[10]
  • 10Best list - Car and Driver (11/18)[11]
  • Best Deluxe Car - Hispanic Motor Press (11/18)[12]
  • IIHS Top Safety Pick + (12/18)[13]
  • North American Car of the Year - Detroit Auto Show (01/19)[14][15]
  • 2019 Car of the Year - AutoGuide (01/19)[16]
  • Shift Award - 2019 Vehicle of the Year - Roadshow by CNET (01/19)[17]
  • Overall Best of 2019 - Cars.com (02/19)[18]
  • 2019 Driver's Choice - Best Luxury Car - MotorWeek (02/19)[19]
  • 2019 Sport Sedan of the Year - Esquire (03/19)[20]
  • 2019 Best New Car - Autotrader (04/19)[21]
  • 2019 Sedan of the Year - Popular Mechanics (04/19)[22]
  • 2019 Best New Car - Luxury Sedan - Good Housekeeping (04/19)[23]
  • 2019 10 Best Interior - Ward's Auto (05/19)[24]
  • 2019 Best Panoramic Sunroof Sedan - Southern Automotive Media Association's (05/19)[25]
  • 2019 Best Winter Sedan - New England Motor Press Association (05/19)[25]
  • 2020 Best New Family Car Award Winner - Luxury Sedan - Good Housekeeping (04/20)[26]

Sales
Calendar Year United StatesCanadaGlobal[27]
2017 2,195
2018 40996728,216
2019 11,9011,11928,181
2020 9,4361,173[28]16,248

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