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Genesis G70

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The Car Guide rating 4.5/5 86% Detailed ratings

Price $43,000 – $58,000 Payments

Fuel consumption 8.5 – 14.1 L/100km

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The G70 is a compact luxury sedan from Genesis—and a Korean alternative to the popular German cars dominating the segment. How can it compete? Well, the G70 offers generous equipment at a more reasonable price than rivals, plus surprisingly dynamic performance. Under the hood is a standard turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine or an available twin-turbo 3.3-litre V6. For 2021, all trim levels get standard LED headlights. A significantly refreshed G70 is coming for 2022.

Tests and Features

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Top 10 Least Reliable 2025 Models According to Consumer Reports

Have you seen the rankings of the best auto brands and models for predicted reliability that U.S. magazine Consumer Reports published this week? Subaru leads the industry for 2025, and 8 of the 10 most reliable brands are from either Japan or South Korea. But what about the least reliable? December 6, 2024

2024 Genesis G70: South Korea’s Got Talent

The G70 is not the best-selling vehicle in the Genesis lineup, let alone the best-selling car in the compact luxury segment (the Germans still rule, remember), but this surprisingly dynamic and refined Korean sedan still makes a pretty solid case. Among other things, the brand offers a completely unique and …September 25, 2024

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2021 Genesis G70 3.3T Sport: Sophisticatedly Playful

Every now and then a car comes along that surprises us. Maybe it's in the design, maybe the drive or maybe in the amenities, but something about it grabs your attention and makes you take note of the vehicle you’re piloting. Well, the 2021 Genesis G70 3.3T Sport surprised me …November 17, 2021

2022 Genesis G70: Almost Perfect

Despite being only five years old, Hyundai’s luxury brand has built a lineup where each and every model can easily be compared to the finest German vehicles out there. The refreshed G80 midsize sedan and all-new GV80 midsize SUV are two examples that particularly stand out with stunning build quality. May 18, 2021

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2020 Genesis G70 Prestige: The Outsider

Genesis sold 1,119 units of the G70 compact luxury sedan in Canada last year, well below the totals of the BMW 3 Series (5,908), Mercedes-Benz C-Class (4,582) and Audi A4 (3,917). Even Acura, Infiniti and Lexus posted higher numbers than the Korean brand in this market segment. While the G70 …March 9, 2020

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2019 Genesis G70: Crossing Enemy Lines

MONT-TREMBLANT, Quebec – The German brands should start worrying now. A little. To keep the Japanese brands from taking control of the luxury compact-car segment, Audi, BMW and Mercedes-Benz have been redefining what customers want and need in such a vehicle. Today, those buyers want sportiness, style, comfort and prestige …May 2, 2018

2019 Genesis G70: Road and Track this Week

The G70 is the luxury brand’s new compact sedan, and its answer to the well-established players in the segment such as the Audi A4 , the BMW 3 Series , the Cadillac ATS , the Infiniti Q50 , the Lexus IS and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class . Its price ranges from …April 30, 2018

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Sleek 2026 Genesis G70 Graphite is Coming to North America Only

The Genesis G70 needs a boost. With the compact luxury sedan nearing the end of its cycle, sales were down 25 percent in Canada after the first nine months of 2025. Can a new model exclusive to the North American market be the solution? That’s what we’ll find out following …November 20, 2025

Genesis G70 Track Day Special Concept to Make World Debut in Canada

Since last year, those lucky enough to visit Germany's legendary Nürburgring a.k.a. the “Green Hell” can sit in a specially prepared Genesis Track Taxi Nordschleife next to a professional driver and enjoy the full potential of the G70 compact sedan, which was developed extensively on this track. Now, Hyundai ’s …May 1, 2025

The Best Compact Luxury Cars in 2024

Compact luxury cars don’t shine like they used to, but several big names still deserve consideration. What are the best buys in the segment for Canadian drivers? The team at The Car Guide has analyzed all the various models available and identified the top three for 2024. Truth be told, …April 22, 2024

Check Out NFL Superstar Patrick Mahomes’ Amazing Cars

Super Bowl LVIII is only hours away and we can’t wait to see the rematch between the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers. The Car Guide has compiled many of the car commercials you’ll be able to watch before, during and after the Big Game. Now, let’s focus …February 9, 2024

Refreshed 2024 Genesis G70 Packs New 300-hp Engine

Revised and improved two years ago, the Genesis G70 compact luxury sedan gets more enhancements for 2024. Without a doubt, the most significant one is found under the hood. The turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine is replaced by a 2.5-litre unit shared with the G80 midsize sedan as well as the …October 19, 2023

The Car Guide's Best Buys for 2022: Audi A4 and A5

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2022 Genesis G70 and GV70 Bring New Optimism for Genesis

While Genesis is still just a few years old, it has gone on a product offensive since last year. After launching with a rebadged Hyundai Genesis in 2016 (sold as the Genesis G80 ), the brand added the G70 and G90 , two more cars in a segment full of …March 26, 2021

The Car Guide's Best Buys for 2021: Audi A4 and A5

Every year, The Car Guide unveils a list of Best Buys covering all the different vehicle categories in the industry. Compact luxury cars are selling in lower numbers these days, but they still retain a strong reputation among consumers. Audi Leads the Way For 2021, the Audi A4 and A5 …March 22, 2021

Genesis G70 Receives Major Facelift for 2022

Introduced in 2017, the Genesis G70 is getting a serious update for the 2022 model year. Aesthetically, the brand’s entry-level car—which shares its platform with the Kia Stinger —takes a page from recent Genesis products. The signature quad lamps and massive, diamond-shaped grille are similar to those on the new …September 9, 2020

Genesis G70 to Get More Power Soon

Originally introduced for 2019, the Genesis G70 sports sedan is the Korean luxury brand’s youngest and best-selling model. A mid-cycle update will likely occur for the 2021 or 2022 model year and it will include a more powerful base engine, according to new report by Car and Driver . Hyundai …December 6, 2019

Study: These are the Best Multimedia Systems of 2019

When it comes to infotainment and multimedia systems, some automakers understand precisely what today’s car buyers want and need, while others either stick to outdated technology and interfaces or try to do too much and end up confusing users. Evaluating the best systems out there is not an exact science, …September 24, 2019

Genesis G70, Hyundai Kona and Ram 1500 Winners of the NACTOY Awards

The North American Car, Utility and Truck of the Year committee has unveiled its winners for the 2019 model year at the Detroit Auto Show, and two out of three are sold by Korean brands. The North American Car of the Year award goes to the 2019 Genesis G70 , …January 14, 2019

Videos

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Genesis Home Delivery - Motoring TV

Someone once wrote that pizza delivery is simply one of the foundations of civilization, at least in his household. Well today you can get almost anything delivered to your doorstep including a luxury sedan like the Genesis. To watch all our most up to date content, check out our TV …

Review: 2017 Genesis G90

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Review: 2017 Genesis G90

Korean auto makers Kia & Hyundai have taken their lumps over the years, usually with questions of quality. Well Kia recently became the first non-premium car maker in 27 years to finished first in the J.D Power Initial Quality study. Now Hyundai is moving uptown by developing its own premium …

MOTORING TV: Prestige Car of the Year for 2017

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Review: 2015 Hyundai Genesis

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The Car Guide rating 86%

Pros

Smooth and efficient powertrain
Well adapted driving position
Well equipped for the price

Cons

Limited space in the back
Below-average cargo space
Basic infotainment system

Global rating

Fuel economy	8/10
Reliability	N/A
Safety	N/A
Infotainment	N/A
Driving	9/10
Overall	8/10

Compact luxury cars

Fuel economy	6/10
Reliability	9/10
Safety	9/10
Infotainment	8/10
Driving	8/10
Overall	7/10

What's new in 2021

LED headlights as standard on all versions for 2021. The stylistic overhaul will arrive in 2022.

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Recalls

Fuel System
July 11, 2024
Engine
March 8, 2024
Brakes
March 10, 2021
Fuel System
September 21, 2020

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