Genesis G70
The Genesis G70 is a compact luxury sedan from South Korea that aims to challenge the Audi A4, BMW 3 Series and Mercedes-Benz C-Class. Base models feature a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine that puts out 252 horsepower and 260 lb-ft. of torque. For superior performance, check out the twin-turbocharged 3.3-litre V6, which is good for 365 horsepower and 375 lb-ft. of torque. Inside, the 10.25-inch touchscreen comes with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility.
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2021 Genesis G70 3.3T Sport: Sophisticatedly Playful
2021 Genesis G70 3.3T Sport: Sophisticatedly PlayfulEvery 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 …
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2022 Genesis G70: Almost Perfect
2022 Genesis G70: Almost PerfectDespite 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.
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2020 Genesis G70 Prestige: The Outsider
2020 Genesis G70 Prestige: The OutsiderGenesis 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 …
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2019 Genesis G70: Crossing Enemy Lines
2019 Genesis G70: Crossing Enemy LinesMONT-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 …
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2019 Genesis G70: Road and Track this Week
2019 Genesis G70: Road and Track this WeekThe 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 …
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Refreshed 2024 Genesis G70 Packs New 300-hp Engine
Refreshed 2024 Genesis G70 Packs New 300-hp EngineRevised 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 …
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The Car Guide's Best Buys for 2022: Audi A4 and A5
The Car Guide's Best Buys for 2022: Audi A4 and A5Every year, The Car Guide unveils a list of Best Buys covering all the different vehicle categories in the industry. Compact luxury cars are no longer a match for compact luxury SUVs, which keep eating away at their market share. That being said, these cars remain solid picks—and a good …
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2022 Genesis G70 and GV70 Bring New Optimism for Genesis
2022 Genesis G70 and GV70 Bring New Optimism for GenesisWhile 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 …
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The Car Guide's Best Buys for 2021: Audi A4 and A5
The Car Guide's Best Buys for 2021: Audi A4 and A5Every 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 …
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Genesis G70 Receives Major Facelift for 2022
Genesis G70 Receives Major Facelift for 2022Introduced 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 …
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Genesis G70 to Get More Power Soon
Genesis G70 to Get More Power SoonOriginally 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 …
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Study: These are the Best Multimedia Systems of 2019
Study: These are the Best Multimedia Systems of 2019When 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, …
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Genesis G70, Hyundai Kona and Ram 1500 Winners of the NACTOY Awards
Genesis G70, Hyundai Kona and Ram 1500 Winners of the NACTOY AwardsThe 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 , …
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Genesis Home Delivery - Motoring TV
Genesis Home Delivery - Motoring TVSomeone 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 …
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Review: 2017 Genesis G90
Review: 2017 Genesis G90As Graeme says. it's called the Genesis and don't you dare call it a Hyundai ! It's the company's first attempt at creating a luxury brand as in Lexus, Infiniti etc. The first product out the door is the G90. (This segment originally aired on Motoring TV 2017 Episode #21) …
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Review: 2017 Genesis G90
Review: 2017 Genesis G90Korean 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 …
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MOTORING TV: Prestige Car of the Year for 2017
MOTORING TV: Prestige Car of the Year for 2017Motoring TV recently held it's 1 hour Car of the Year Special on the TSN network where we picked the best in class for 2017. Here are the nominees and winner in the Prestige category. (This segment originally appeared on Motoring TV 2017 episode #6) …
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Review: 2015 Hyundai Genesis
Review: 2015 Hyundai GenesisWhen Hyundai launched the Genesis sedan in 2008, it shocked the automotive world. The Genesis won North American and Canadian Car of the Year awards, and earned praise from auto journalists everywhere, including Motoring TV friend David Booth, who said back in 2008 that with his eyes closed he could …