Overview
At Car and Driver, we judge vehicles by how well they execute their mission. The 2025 Genesis GV70’s reason for being is to deliver refinement, style, and value—and it absolutely nails those goals. To do that in the hyper-competitive compact luxury SUV segment is even more impressive, fighting off established names such as the Audi Q5, the BMW X3, and the Mercedes-Benz GLC-class to rise to the top in our rankings. Its road manners are civil but only bordering on sporty, which is perhaps the closest thing to a demerit—the one thing limiting it from overtaking the great-driving Porsche Macan as our most favored small crossover. For many drivers, though, the Genesis’s slightly softer demeanor will more than satisfy. The entry-level engine is a feisty 300-hp turbocharged four-cylinder with plenty of zip but the optional 375-hp twin-turbo V-6 is the real performer, enabling a 60-mph run in 4.6 seconds in our testing. Speaking of testing, we sampled a GV70 over a 40,000-mile long-term test and were so enamored with it that one of our staffers bought it at the end of the year to serve as his personal ride. If your shopping list also includes electric vehicles, consider the Electrified GV70, which we review separately.
What’s New for 2025?
The GV70 sails into the 2025 model year with few changes. All models now come with wireless Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. The Cardiff Green and Brunswick Green paint colors have been discontinued. In their place on the exterior color palette is Storr Green, which is also offered as a matte finish. Matterhorn White Matte and Makalu Gray Matte have also been added. A more thorough refresh is in store for the 2026 model year, which will include styling updates and an updated infotainment systemwith a large 27.0-inch display.
Pricing and Which One to Buy
The price of the 2025 Genesis GV70 starts at $47,050 and goes up to $69,250 depending on the trim and options.
The GV70 starts at a highly attractive price but we think upgrading to the Advanced trim is well worth the money. Doing so adds leather upholstery, interior ambient lighting, a heated steering wheel, and a host of driver-assistance features, including a remote self-parking feature. Going with the Advance trim includes niceties from the Select model as well, including 19-inch wheels, a panoramic sunroof, and a 16-speaker Lexicon stereo system. The turbo 2.5-liter four is plenty peppy, and the twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6 is admirably quick, and both are refined in their operation.
Engine, Transmission, and Performance
The GV70 is available with either a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder or a twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V-6 engine. The four-cylinder serves as the entry-level engine and makes 300 horsepower, while the V-6 makes 375 horsepower. The GV70 comes with an eight-speed automatic as standard equipment; all-wheel drive is also standard. During our initial test drive, we noted a fair amount of athleticism, especially in the Sport Plus driving mode, and the twin-turbo V-6 pulled strong. While the GV70 isn’t as adept at cornering as the Porsche Macan—a virtual sports sedan among SUVs—it’s still possible to have fun on challenging roads. Just as impressive is that, when you’re commuting, the Genesis seamlessly code-switches into a luxury car.
0–60-MPH Times
The V-6 GV70 that we adopted into our long-term test fleet got to 60 mph in 4.6 seconds in its initial test when brand new and 5.0 seconds in its final test at 40,000 miles. The turbo four is also satisfyingly quick, recording a 5.6-second result in the same test.
Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG
The most efficient GV70 model, according to the EPA, is the one with the turbocharged four-cylinder engine, which earned ratings of 22 mpg city and 28 mpg highway. The twin-turbo V-6 earned ratings of 18 mpg city and 24 mpg highway. On our 200-mile, 75-mph highway fuel-economy route, the 2.5T model delivered on its promise of 28 mpg, while the 3.5T beat its estimate with a 26 mpg result. For more information about the GV70’s fuel economy, visit the EPA’s website.
Interior, Comfort, and Cargo
The GV70’s cabin design is more daring than its larger GV80 sibling’s; we like how the sweeping lines of the exterior carry into the interior for a cohesive, high-fashion look. Upscale materials are used in the cabin, and the knurled glass shift knob looks and feels luxurious. A common complaint about the G70 sedan is its cramped rear seat, and while the GV70 SUV has adequate space to offer and additional legroom for back-seat riders, it’s still not spread-out roomy in the second row. Cargo capacity is more generous; we fit seven carry-on suitcases behind the rear seats and 22 in total with the rear seats stowed. That’s more than we fit in the Audi Q5 but less than we fit in the Lexus RX.
Infotainment and Connectivity
The GV70 adopts its infotainment arrangement from the larger GV80 SUV, which means a large, widescreen infotainment display sprouting from the dashboard with a clickwheel controller mounted on the center console. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, as well as a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot are standard features. A high-end Lexicon stereo system is available as an option. We’ve found that the rotary infotainment control knob located on the center console sits so close to the rotary transmission control knob that we sometimes change the radio station when we’re trying to grab a different gear.
Safety and Driver-Assistance Features
Driver-assistance features such as automated emergency braking, pedestrian detection, adaptive cruise control, and lane-keeping assist are all present and accounted for. For more information about the GV70’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 with lane-keeping assist
- Available adaptive cruise control with a lane-centering feature
Warranty and Maintenance Coverage
The Genesis brand offers excellent warranty coverage that stretches far longer than most other premium automakers. The GV70 comes with powertrain coverage for up to 10 years or 100,000 miles and complimentary scheduled maintenance for three years or 36,000 miles. The Jaguar F-Pace offers similar bumper-to-bumper coverage and longer complimentary maintenance, but the powertrain policy is nearly half that of the Genesis.
- Limited warranty covers 5 years or 60,000 miles
- Powertrain warranty covers 10 years or 100,000 miles
- Complimentary maintenance is covered for 3 years or 36,000 miles
Specifications
Specifications
2022 Genesis GV70 2.5T
Vehicle Type: front-engine, all-wheel-drive, 5-passenger, 4-door wagon
PRICE
Base/As Tested: $42,595/$51,320
ENGINE
turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 16-valve inline-4, aluminum block and heads, port and direct fuel injection
Displacement: 152 in3, 2497 cm3
Power: 300 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque: 311 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm
TRANSMISSION
8-speed automatic
CHASSIS
Suspension, F/R: struts/multilink
Brakes, F/R: 13.6-in vented disc/12.8-in vented disc
Tires: Michelin Primacy Tour A/S
F: 235/55R-19 105W M+S GOE
DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase: 113.2 in
Length: 185.6 in
Width: 75.2 in
Height: 64.2 in
Passenger Volume: 104 ft3
Cargo Volume: 29 ft3
Curb Weight: 4329 lb
C/D TEST RESULTS
60 mph: 5.6 sec
1/4-Mile: 14.1 sec @ 99 mph
100 mph: 14.5 sec
130 mph: 28.5 sec
Results above omit 1-ft rollout of 0.3 sec.
Rolling Start, 5–60 mph: 6.6 sec
Top Gear, 30–50 mph: 3.4 sec
Top Gear, 50–70 mph: 4.3 sec
Top Speed (C/D est): 150 mph
Braking, 70–0 mph: 177 ft
Roadholding, 300-ft Skidpad: 0.82 g
C/D FUEL ECONOMY
Observed: 20 mpg
75-mph Highway Driving: 28 mpg
Highway Range: 480 mi
EPA FUEL ECONOMY
Combined/City/Highway: 24/22/28 mpg
2022 Genesis GV70 3.5T AWD
Vehicle Type: front-engine, all-wheel-drive, 5-passenger, 4-door wagon
PRICE
Base/As Tested: $53,645/$65,045
ENGINE
twin-turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 24-valve 3.5-liter V-6, port and direct fuel injection
Displacement: 212 in3, 3470 cm3
Power: 375 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque: 391 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm
TRANSMISSION
8-speed automatic
CHASSIS
Suspension, F/R: struts/multilink
Brakes, F/R: 14.2-inch vented disc/13.6-inch vented disc
Tires: Michelin Primacy Tour A/S
255/40R-21 102W M+S GOE
DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase: 113.2 in
Length: 185.6 in
Width: 75.2 in
Height: 64.2 in
Passenger Volume: 104 ft3
Cargo Volume: 29 ft3
Curb Weight: 4584 lb
C/D TEST RESULTS
60 mph: 4.9 sec
100 mph: 12.6 sec
1/4-Mile: 13.5 sec @ 103 mph
130 mph: 25.0 sec
Results above omit 1-ft rollout of 0.3 sec.
Rolling Start, 5–60 mph: 5.9 sec
Top Gear, 30–50 mph: 3.0 sec
Top Gear, 50–70 mph: 4.0 sec
Top Speed (C/D est): 150 mph
Braking, 70–0 mph: 181 ft
Roadholding, 300-ft Skidpad: 0.80 g
C/D FUEL ECONOMY
Observed: 17 mpg
EPA FUEL ECONOMY
Combined/City/Highway: 21/19/25 mpg
C/D TESTING EXPLAINED
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