2024 Genesis G70

Overview

The G70 shows that Genesis found its own space and made its own bright light. Although the Korean luxury brand's sports sedan is still in its first generation and entering its sixth year on the market, it remains a strong foe to revered European rivals. There’s stout power, with a standard 300-hp 2.5-liter turbo four and an optional 365-hp twin-turbo 3.3-liter V-6. Purists can get rear-wheel drive; all-wheel drive is an option. The cabin is equally beautiful and sleek, with Genesis challenging Audi for finesse and build quality. The G70's ride and handling go from unerring with the base engine to excellent with the top-shelf twin-turbo option. On top of that, an affordable starting price supplemented by an outstanding 10-year powertrain warranty makes the G70 a sensible choice with plenty of sporty upside. All of this added up to a sports sedan worthy of a 2024 Editors's Choice award.

Where This Vehicle Ranks

#3 in Best Compact Luxury Cars

1

BMW 3-series

STARTING AT: $45,495

2

Audi A5 Sportback

STARTING AT: $47,295

3

Genesis G70

STARTING AT: $42,750

4

BMW 4-series Gran Coupe

STARTING AT: $50,000

5

Mercedes-Benz C-class

STARTING AT: $48,100

6

Audi A4

STARTING AT: $42,995

What's New for 2024?

For 2024, the G70's previously standard 252-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder has been retired in favor of a 300-hp 2.5-liter engine. Other changes include standard Brembo brakes. Plus, there are new paint colors and new wheel designs. Inside, the climate-control system gets a small touchscreen interface, the front seats are heated, there's a frameless rearview mirror, and a new USB-C port.

Pricing and Which One to Buy

Even the higher-end versions of the G70 represent a good value when compared to rival sports sedans, so we'd splurge on the Sport Prestige 3.3T model. Not only is the twin-turbo V-6 more powerful, but in our testing it was nearly as efficient as the now-retired 2.0-liter turbo-four. We'll soon see how it compares to the new 2.5-liter. The Sport Prestige trim brings just about every high-end feature Genesis has, including a head-up display, a 360-degree camera system, nappa leather upholstery, and a microfiber headliner.

Engine, Transmission, and Performance

The base G70 2.5T features a new turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder that sends 300 horsepower through an eight-speed automatic transmission to the rear wheels; all-wheel drive is optional. Drivers will certainly feel the additional output over the former engine and shave a tenth or two off the sprint to 60 mph, which we measured at 5.8 seconds with the turbo 2.0-liter. The new motor is tuned to impart the liveliness and athleticism the G70 strongly hinted at with the turbo 2.0-liter but never quite delivered. Outright thrills are still reserved for the twin-turbo 3.3-liter V-6 model, with its 365 ponies. In our testing, we surfed that engine's wave of thrust to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds, quicker than the rival Audi, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz sedans we've tested. Regardless of the powertrain configuration, the G70 has expertly balanced ride and handling characteristics. Its suspension smoothed out uneven surfaces, and the sedan remained composed during spirited cornering sessions. The more powerful 3.3T has the benefit of adaptive dampers that allow the driver to firm up the ride if necessary, but every G70 we've driven did a remarkable job of sending information to the driver's hands. Its steering feedback is precise and pleasant, with adjustable effort available by switching among the multiple drive modes.

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Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG

The G70's new 2.5-liter turbo four isn't as fuel-efficient as the 2.0-liter it replaces. For 2024, the RWD four-cylinder earns 21 mpg city and 29 highway. With all-wheel drive, the G70 2.5T is rated at 20 mpg city and 28 highway. We'll have to wait to know its real-world highway mpg until we can test one on our 75-mph fuel economy route. The EPA rates the twin-turbo V-6 at 20 mpg city, 28 highway, and 23 combined. When we tested the flagship on our highway route, we recorded an impressive 29 mpg. For more information about the G70's fuel economy, visit the EPA's website.

Interior, Comfort, and Cargo

Sitting in a G70 is a luxury experience even beyond the inviting materials, decorative stitching, solid switchgear, and excellent build quality. Driver-centric ergonomics and clear, intuitive controls indulge driving enthusiasts. At the same time, there’s no pandering to enthusiasts with fake carbon-fiber bits or a flat-bottom steering wheel. Getting in, however, is slightly compromised by the position of the driver’s seat, set back next to the B-pillar. The front seat placement provides a nice balance between comfort and sport but compromises legroom for the rear seats. Interior cubby storage includes a useful tray at the front of the center console— perfect for smartphones and other small items. Unfortunately, the door pockets are small, and the center console bin lacks organization. We managed to fit five carry-on bags in the G70's trunk, and 14 total with the rear seat folded.

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Infotainment and Connectivity

Every G70 is fitted with a standard 10.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system standing atop the otherwise clean dashboard. The setup includes Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability and can be hooked into the subscription-based Genesis Connected Services. Most G70s come standard with wireless charging, the 3.3T comes with the brand’s Digital Key that turns a smartphone into a car key.

Safety and Driver-Assistance Features

The G70 boasts several standard driver-assist technologies, such as adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go technology and forward-collision warning with automated emergency braking. For more information about the G70's crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:

• Standard automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection
• Standard lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assist
• Standard adaptive cruise control

Warranty and Maintenance Coverage

Genesis covers every G70 with an exceptional warranty and complimentary scheduled maintenance. The luxury brand also offers a valet service—by appointment—where it will pick up and drop off the vehicle for maintenance visits and provide a loaner Genesis model for use in the meantime.

• Limited warranty covers 5 years or 60,000 miles
• Powertrain warranty covers 10 years or 100,000 miles
• Complimentary scheduled maintenance is covered for 3 years or 36,000 miles

Specifications

Specifications

2024 Genesis G70
Vehicle Type: front-engine, rear- or all-wheel-drive, 5-passenger, 4-door sedan

PRICE
Base: 2.5T RWD, $42,750; 2.5T AWD, $44,850; 3.3T Sport Advanced RWD, $51,200; 3.3T Sport Advanced AWD, $53,300

ENGINES
turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 16-valve 2.5-liter inline-4, 300 hp, 311 lb-ft; twin-turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 24-valve 3.3-liter V-6, 365 hp, 376 lb-ft

TRANSMISSION
8-speed automatic

DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase: 111.6 in
Length: 184.4 in
Width: 72.8 in
Height: 55.1 in
Passenger Volume, F/R: 55/43 ft³
Trunk Volume: 11 ft³
Curb Weight (C/D est): 3750–4050 lb

PERFORMANCE (C/D EST)
60 mph: 4.5–5.5 sec
100 mph: 11.4–16.2 sec
1/4-Mile: 13.1–14.0 sec
Top Speed: 150–160 mph

EPA FUEL ECONOMY (C/D EST)
Combined/City/Highway: 20–24/17–21/26–29 mpg

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