Car Review: The 2024 Genesis G70 is built for car enthusiasts
Its unique combination of quad LED lighting, combined with an interesting grille shape, immediately catches the eye.
When Hyundai launched its luxury brand, Genesis, it produced a sedan that was cheaper than its competitors and yet offered a luxurious experience. With the release of this and other models, Genesis understands that more style, better driving dynamics, and top-notch fits and finishes will make you stand out, while also making some of your competitors feel a little nervous.
The smallest Genesis compact G70 features striking styling features to grab your attention. Its unique quad LED light cluster, combined with an interesting grille shape, immediately catches the eye. The G70 has a very sporty stance, with a longer hood, a lower coupe-style roofline, and a smaller trunk overhang. Overall, it exudes a sporty vibe.
The driving experience is also not boring. The G70 got an upgrade to the base engine this year — to 300 horsepower. Isn't it enough? The Genesis I drove was equipped with a 365-horsepower twin-turbocharged V6 engine that really gave the small sedan a lot of power. The G70 will start from scratch and quickly get you into trouble. The twin-turbo V6 is also not fuel-efficient. The G70 RWD 3.3T handles very well, and the handling limits are higher than some of the other small luxury sedans I've driven. However, the G70 can travel for miles on the highway quietly and comfortably, or make your commute to work hassle-free and hassle-free.
Inside, even the entry-level G70 compact sedan fully demonstrates its transformation into a true luxury sedan. Upgraded materials, such as Nappa leather seat surfaces with heating and ventilation, are more upscale than many competitors, but still slightly less expensive. The large touchscreen is easy to use, and there is still a radio volume knob – and a knob for the tuning table, which is a nice tribute to those of us who were born in the last century. Still, no matter how beautiful and upscale, this Genesis G70 lacks rear seat space, giving you less room than some other compact luxury sedans.
Cost: $49,950; Tested at $54,350
Safety: Forward Collision Avoidance Assist; Safety Exit Assist; Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist; lane-keeping assist; High beam assist; blind monitors; intelligent cruise control with machine learning; surround view monitor; Driver Attention Warning; Warning of the parking distance in reverse; Highway driving assistance
Option: $4,400 Sport Prestige package
IMPORTANT: The Genesis G70 RWD 3.3T is a small luxury car full of driving pleasure that exceeds your expectations for a car at this price point.
Merit:
- The beautiful appearance makes the G70 stand out from the crowd of luxury cars
- Equipped with safety equipment and technology
- The Twin Turbo V6 is truly a powerful engine, and many competitors no longer have it
Shortcoming:
- Compared to other models, there is not enough space in the rear seats
- The more power, the lower the fuel consumption, especially during stop-and-go driving
- Trunk space is limited
The Hyundai Genesis G70's unique combination of four-LED lighting, combined with an interesting grille shape, immediately catches the eye.
The G70 has very sporty styling, boasting a longer hood, a lower coupe-style roofline, and a smaller trunk overhang.
Overall, it exudes a more sporty vibe.
The G70 will accelerate from zero to get you into trouble very quickly. The twin-turbo V6 is also not fuel-efficient.
The large touch screen is easy to use.
The radio volume knob is still retained, and there is also a knob for the tuning table, which is a good endorsement for those of us who were born in the last century.
Inside, even the entry-level G70 compact sedan has an unobstructed view of its true luxury sedan image.
This Genesis G70 lacks rear seat space, so it's not as spacious as some other compact luxury sedans.