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Genesis GV70

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Photo: Louis-Philippe Dubé

The Car Guide rating 4.0/5 78% Detailed ratings

Price $61,000 – $85,000 Payments

Fuel consumption < 12.9 L/100km

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It is undoubtedly Genesis’ most popular model. More affordable, the GV70 is also a success in terms of design. The brand currently continues to offer the Electrified GV70, which comes with an estimated range of 402 km. As for the two gasoline options, the GV70 is equipped with the same engines already widespread across the Genesis lineup: a 2.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder or a 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6.

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2026 Genesis Electrified GV70: When Better Isn’t Quite Enough

Genesis ’ best-selling model, the GV70 , is getting a mid-cycle update for the 2026 model year. We’ve covered the changes in a previous story. Nothing major, but then again, this compact luxury SUV was already an impressive product and a solid buy. You can read our driving impressions of …October 16, 2025

2026 Genesis GV70: Ready For the Next Step?

Genesis reached a critical milestone back in 2023 when it sold its millionth vehicle. It’s an impressive number on paper, there's still a lot of work to be done before the up-and-coming brand can take a substantial bite out of the segments in which it is active. The GV70 compact …May 8, 2025

Luxury, Performance and Golf: Genesis Motors is on a Roll

We recently caught up with Eric Marshall, Director of Genesis Motors Canada, at the PGA’s Presidents Cup held at the Royal Montreal Golf Club in Île Bizard, Montreal. Obviously, we discussed many topics, such as the company’s involvement with golf, but also how the young luxury brand is doing after …October 2, 2024

2023 Genesis Electrified GV70 : Skillfully Executed

The GV70 is the most popular model in the Genesis lineup. Hence, after the G80 and the GV60 , the arrival of a 100% electric version in the current context is very important. Unlike many manufacturers who tend to drastically differentiate their battery-powered vehicles in terms of looks, it's harder …March 21, 2023

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2022 Genesis GV70 : Goal Leader

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Recalled Hyundai, Kia, Genesis EVs Need Fixing Again

Back in March of this year, a problem involving the charging system and the 12V battery on several electric vehicles from Hyundai, Kia and Genesis forced the Korean automakers to recall a very large number of units . In fact, it was believed that up to 600,000 could be affected …November 22, 2024

2026 Genesis GV70, Electrified GV70 Make North American Debut in L.A.

Following their world premiere in South Korea seven months ago, the 2026 Genesis GV70 and Electrified GV70 made their North American debut yesterday during an exclusive event on the eve of the Los Angeles Auto Show. The pair will arrive at U.S. and Canadian retailers sometime in the first half …November 20, 2024

Hyundai, Genesis EV Batteries to Be Recycled in Quebec by Lithion

Hyundai Canada has officially announced a partnership with Quebec-based Lithion for the collection of electric vehicle batteries and modules for recycling. This new, multi-year agreement follows an initial agreement between the two companies signed in 2021 , which was aimed at validating Lithion’s unique extraction solution technology that recovers as …October 11, 2024

The Best Compact Luxury SUVs in 2024

The compact luxury SUV segment is where you’ll find some of the best-selling vehicles in Canada. Which ones are the best buys you can make in 2024? The team at The Car Guide has analyzed all the various models available and come up with the top three below. Since none …May 20, 2024

Genesis GV70 Mid-Cycle Update Coming for 2026

Similar to the G80 midsize sedan and GV80 midsize SUV, Genesis’ GV70 compact SUV— The Car Guide ’s Best Buy in the segment—has reached the midpoint of its current generation and is due for an update. Unlike the first two, however, it won’t be for the 2025 model year. The …April 26, 2024

Hyundai, Kia, Genesis EVs Hit by Major Global Recall

A problem involving the charging system and the 12V battery on several electric vehicles from Hyundai, Kia and Genesis is now forcing the automaker to recall a large number of units. Possibly up to 600,000 vehicles could be affected globally, including 170,000 in South Korea, 147,000 in the U.S. and …March 21, 2024

Genesis Reportedly Considering Hybrids Amid Uncertain EV Demand

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Genesis had this big plan to launch only pure electric vehicles starting in 2025 and stop selling vehicles with an internal combustion engine by 2030, but that may not be what’s going to happen, after all. According to a report by Korea Economic Daily , the same media outlet that …February 23, 2024

2024 Canadian Car and SUV of the Year Awards Announced by AJAC

The Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC) crowned its top vehicles of the year during a special ceremony at the Canadian International AutoShow in Toronto this morning. All 2024 model year vehicles were eligible for the awards including those newly designed, recently refreshed, and carried over from last year. However, …February 15, 2024

2023 Genesis Electrified GV70 is Priced Above Most Competitors

Genesis has announced pricing for its third electric vehicle, the one the Korean luxury brand expects to become its best-seller, the 2023 Electrified GV70 . Unlike in the U.S., where an entry-level Advanced model is also available, Canadians have just the top-line Prestige model to choose from. It starts at …February 22, 2023

Genesis Expands EV Lineup With 2023 Electrified GV70

Hyundai’s luxury brand, Genesis , is expanding its EV lineup with the all-new 2023 Electrified GV70. Positioned just above the GV60 crossover, this battery-powered GV70 is more like a real SUV. It shares obvious design cues with other Genesis products including signature two-line headlights and taillights plus a G-Matrix front …November 4, 2022

The Car Guide's Best Buys for 2022: Genesis GV70

Every year, The Car Guide unveils a list of Best Buys covering all the different vehicle categories in the industry. Compact luxury SUVs are obviously very popular among Canadian drivers. They’re led by established German models, a dependable Japanese competitor and even one from South Korea. The Winner For 2022, …July 8, 2022

One Million Hyundai, Kia Vehicles Now on Backorder

Here’s a shocking number that illustrates the impact of the global chip shortage and other supply chain issues on the auto industry: 1,000,000. It’s the combined backlog of vehicles at Hyundai and Kia right now according to a report by The Korea Times . Of course, one can point to …April 8, 2022

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The Car Guide rating 78%

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Fuel economy	5/10
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Safety	9/10
Infotainment	7/10
Driving	8/10
Overall	8/10

What's new in 2026

Revised front end, new 21-inch wheels, new colors, slight cabin reconfiguration with a 27-inch display, minor chassis and suspension revision.

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