Genesis GV70

Genesis GV70
2021 Genesis GV70 Sport
Overview
ManufacturerGenesis Motor (Hyundai)
Model codeJK1
Production2020–present
Model years2022–present
AssemblySouth Korea: Ulsan (Ulsan Plant 2)
United States: Montgomery, Alabama (HMMA)
DesignerKi-Euk Kim (exterior)[1]
Body and chassis
ClassMid-size crossover SUV[2]
Body style5-door SUV
Layout
PlatformHyundai M3
Powertrain
Engine
Electric motor2x Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (Electrified GV70)
Power output
  • 304 PS (224 kW; 300 hp) (2.5T)
  • 380 PS (279 kW; 375 hp) (3.5T)
  • 210 PS (154 kW; 207 hp) (2.2D)
  • 435 PS (320 kW; 429 hp) (EV)
Transmission8-speed automatic
1-speed reduction gear (Electrified GV70)
Battery77.4 kWh (Electrified GV70)
Plug-in charging350 kW 800 V DC (Electrified GV70)
11 kW AC (Electrified GV70)
V2L: 3.6 kW (Electrified GV70)
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,875 mm (113.2 in)
Length4,715 mm (185.6 in)
Width1,910 mm (75.2 in)
Height1,630 mm (64.2 in)
Kerb weight
  • 1,820–1,985 kg (4,012–4,376 lb) (2.5T)
  • 1,975–2,010 kg (4,354–4,431 lb) (3.5T)
  • 1,860–2,010 kg (4,101–4,431 lb) (2.2D)
  • 2,230–2,310 kg (4,916–5,093 lb) (EV)

The Genesis GV70 (Korean: 제네시스 GV70) is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV manufactured by Korean luxury automaker Genesis, a luxury vehicle division of Hyundai.[3][4] Internally codenamed JK1,[5] it is the second SUV model from the brand after the mid-size GV80.[6]

Overview

  • 2021 Genesis GV70 Sport Rear View
    2021 Genesis GV70 Sport Rear View
  • Interior
    Interior

Facelift

A refreshed GV70 was unveiled on April 26, 2024 and went on sale in South Korea on May 8, 2024. Changes include redesigned headlamps, front grill, wheels, climate controls and center console. The 12.3-inch instrument cluster and 14.5-inch infotainment screen were replaced with a new 27-inch OLED screen.[4]

  • Front View
    Front View
  • Rear View
    Rear View
  • Interior
    Interior

Electrified GV70

The Electrified GV70 (or the eGV70) is the battery electric version of the GV70. It was revealed at the Auto Guangzhou on November 19, 2021,[7][8] and officially released on March 16, 2022. The Electrified GV70 features a dual motor setup with all wheel drive. According to Genesis, the Electrified GV70 can charge from 10% to 80% in 18 minutes using a 350 kW charger.[9][10] It has 503 liters (17.8 cu ft) of the trunk and 22 liters (0.78 cu ft) of frunk capacity. A 12.3-inch cluster with a GUI dedicated to electric models was applied.[11][12]

A refreshed version was unveiled on November 19, 2024. the refreshed model include the changes brought by the refreshed petrol variant plus increasing the battery size from 77.4 kWh to 84 kWh and changing the charge port from CCS to NACS. Genesis will include a NACS to CCS adapter. The refreshed model will go on sale in the United States in early 2025 as a 2026 model year.[13]

  • Electrified GV70
    Electrified GV70
  • Electrified GV70
    Electrified GV70

Powertrain

GV70[14]
Model Transmission Power Torque Acceleration
0–100 km/h
(0–62 mph)
(official) 		Top Speed
Petrol
Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi 8-speed automatic 304 PS (224 kW; 300 hp) @ 5,800 rpm 43 kg⋅m (422 N⋅m; 311 lbf⋅ft) @ 1,650–4,000 rpm 6.1s 240 km/h (149 mph)
250 km/h (155 mph)
Smartstream G3.5 T-GDi 380 PS (279 kW; 375 hp) @ 5,800 rpm 54 kg⋅m (530 N⋅m; 391 lbf⋅ft) @ 1,300–4,500 rpm 5.1s 250 km/h (155 mph)
Diesel
Smartstream D2.2 CRDi 8-speed automatic 210 PS (154 kW; 207 hp) @ 3,800 rpm 45 kg⋅m (441 N⋅m; 325 lbf⋅ft) @ 1,750–2,750 rpm 7.9s 215 km/h (134 mph)
Electrified GV70[15]
Battery Years Layout Output Torque 0–100 km/h
(0–62 mph)
(official) 		Top Speed Range
77.4 kWh 2022–2024 AWD 320 kW (435 PS; 429 hp)[16] 700 N⋅m (71.4 kg⋅m; 516 lb⋅ft) 4.2 s 235 km/h (146 mph) 373–400 km (232–249 mi) (South Korea)
445–455 km (277–283 mi) (WLTP)
236 mi (380 km) (EPA)
84 kWh 2024–present

Safety

IIHS:[17]
Category Rating
Small overlap front driver-side Good
Small overlap front passenger-side Good
Moderate overlap frontal offset Good
Side impact Good
Roof strength Good[a]
Head restraints & seats Good

Euro NCAP test results for a LHD, five door on a registration from 2021.[18]

Test Score Points
Overall: 134.9
Adult occupant: 89% 34.1
Child occupant: 87% 43
Pedestrian: 64% 43.8
Safety assist: 87% 14.0

Awards

The GV70 won the 2022 Motor Trend SUV of the Year.[19]

The GV70 won the 2023 & 2024 Car and Driver 10Best Trucks and SUVs

Sales

GV70
Year South Korea[20] U.S.[21] Canada Global total[20]
2020 98 — — 118
2021 40,994 10,735 1,522 59,410
2022 26,545 19,141 52,880
2023 34,474 24,314 56,183
GV70 EV
Year South Korea[20] U.S.[21] Canada Global total[20]
2022 2,952 — — 3,789
2023 2,159 1,674 — 3,657

Notes

  1. ^ Strength-to-weight ratio: 4.56

References

  1. ^ "How Genesis GV70 Was Designed". news.hyundaimotorgroup.com (in Korean). Retrieved 2022-01-02.
  2. ^ "GV70". Genesis. Retrieved 21 November 2024. Genesis' first urban luxury midsize SUV...
  3. ^ "2022 Genesis GV70: What We Know So Far". Car and Driver. 2019-10-25. Retrieved 2020-10-29.
  4. ^ a b "2021 Genesis GV70 revealed: Luxury medium-sized SUV bound for Australia | CarAdvice". CarAdvice.com. Retrieved 2020-10-29.
  5. ^ "Genesis Download Centre – Download Brochures | Genesis Australia". www.genesis.com. Retrieved 2021-08-21.
  6. ^ "2022 Genesis GV70 Makes Surprise Debut". Motor1.com. Retrieved 2020-10-29.
  7. ^ "The Genesis GV70 Electric Prepares For World Debut". CarBuzz. 2021-11-16. Retrieved 2021-11-16.
  8. ^ [LIVESTREAM] GENESIS WORLD PREMIERE AT AUTO GUANGZHOU, retrieved 2021-11-16
  9. ^ Paukert, Chris. "Genesis' Electrified GV70 is a promising luxury EV with an awkward name". Roadshow. Retrieved 2021-11-20.
  10. ^ Hoffman, Connor (2021-11-19). "483-HP 2023 Genesis Electrified GV70 Is an EV in Disguise". Car and Driver. Retrieved 2021-11-20.
  11. ^ Ulitskaya, Jane (19 November 2021). "Genesis GV70 EV Brings Ultra-Fast Charging, High-Power Boost Mode". Cars.com. Retrieved 23 November 2021.
  12. ^ "Preorders start for Genesis GV70 EV". 《The Korea Herald》. Retrieved February 24, 2022.
  13. ^ https://www.motortrend.com/news/2026-genesis-electrified-gv70-ev-suv-first-look-review/
  14. ^ "GENESIS GV70 - Luxury mid SUV Specifications | GENESIS".
  15. ^ "GENESIS Electrified GV70 - Specs | GENESIS".
  16. ^ 360 kW (489 PS; 483 hp) with Boost Mode.
  17. ^ "2022 Genesis GV70 4-door SUV". IIHS. Retrieved 2022-09-14.
  18. ^ "Official Genesis GV70 2021 safety rating".
  19. ^ Gale, Zach (October 18, 2021). "The Genesis GV70 Is the 2022 MotorTrend SUV of the Year". Motor Trend. Retrieved October 18, 2021.
  20. ^ a b c d "Sales Performance | IR Activities | IR | Company | Company – Hyundai Worldwide".
  21. ^ a b "2022 Genesis GV70 Sales Figures".
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