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NewGman, 07/14/2019
2019 Genesis G70 3.3T Design 4dr Sedan AWD (3.3L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
68 of 68 people found this review helpful
I have purchased German sedans in the past, BMW, Mercedes, and Audi. All have been performance versions. 435 M package, E500, S7. A recent test drive of the Genesis G70 left no doubt that this vehicle was superior to it's competitors. Most significant categories that are world class are, engine/transmission performance, features and amenities, and value. Genesis came in over $200 less per month on a lease than a BMW 435 fully equipped. Even if you fully equip a comparable Mercedes, BMW, or Audi you still don't get all the features found in the Genesis. The car is FUN to drive. Mileage on the highway is 29mpg at a steady 80MPH. Laying into the turbo around town drops mpg down to 18. Overall, impressive for a turbo 3.3 liter 6 cylinder. Performance mode is also entertaining, seat boosters tighten, dash turns red, shift points get more aggressive. Launch control is also included for some hooliganism. Diamond pattern stitching on seating is stylish. What might be a shortcoming to some people is tight back seat and a small trunk. Since rear seats fold down an I am driving mostly by myself this is not a concern for me. Genesis has made me overcome my addiction to German engineering. PS Forgot to mention concierge service and zero cost maintenance. Booyah!
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Fantastic compromise between sport and luxury
Cedric, 07/29/2019
updated 08/04/2022
2019 Genesis G70 3.3T Advanced 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
43 of 43 people found this review helpful
I have been driving a BMW 128i Manual for the last 9 years, a really fun little car. I needed a little more convenience since I am dropping my kids at school every day and wanted more power and some modern features without compromising on the driving dynamics I loved with my BMW. Since the beginning that the G70 (and the Stinger) were announced, I read everything about it and wanted to verify if it was as good as the hype from the reviews. Spoiler alert: it IS. The G70's handling is actually better than my beloved 128i's, the power and the delivery of the 3.3t engine is great and at the same time, the car is plush and all the features are very well designed. It is still a driver's car. Special mention for the gorgeous light grey interior with the Prestige trim, it is stunning and the cabin feels like a special place to spend time during my commute. The Lexicon sound system is brilliant. As others mentioned, the main downside is the rear legroom: there is no question it is tight (but useable). The main negative, in my opinion, is the buying experience since the Genesis network is not ready for prime time and not used to the needs of luxury car buyers. I could not find my exact configuration in my area and the local dealers did not try to help me, I ended up purchasing one out of state and have it shipped from accross the country. **** Update after a year of ownership (9,000 miles): Still very happy, the car is still a joy to drive. materials are holding up well (I have the light grey interior, which is almost white, no jean's discoloration on seats, and the soft nappy leather does not crease so far). The only issue is a creaking noise in the steering column (which sounds like a damaged clockspring) that the dealer does not seem to be able to fix (took the car twice). Not a big deal but nagging. ***** Update after 3 years of ownership (28k miles): I still enjoy daily driving the G70. I removed a start because of a few nagging issues and the overall ownership experience. My local dealer made some progress with their service dpt but they haven't been able to correct the issue with my steering creak. They even replaced the steering column, which helped for a few months before getting the issue back. I have a few creaking noises but nothing dramatic. So far the interior is holding well but I tend to be very careful. After 3 years I no longer enjoy the valet service and paying $300 dollars/year for the sub-par connected services is a tough pill to swallow given the poor technology. I did renew the remote start and the emergency calls but gave up with the connected nav that I never use.
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Awesome Driving Experience
David H, 07/08/2019
2019 Genesis G70 2.0T Advanced 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
25 of 25 people found this review helpful
I recently purchased the G70 2.0T Advanced after evaluating a broad range of vehicles (2017 350 IS, 2018 A4, 2018 BMW, Honda, Mazda 6). For my price point of mid/upper 30's, the data (reviews, spec comparisons (hp/torque, safety features, more back seat leg room than IS 350, BMW 430i)), JD Powers, etc), cockpit ergonomics, expected cost of ownership, perks (valet servicing, 5yr/60, Genesis app, Alexa), and the AMAZING driving experience, the G70 became the clear winner. I look forward to the expressway every morning!
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Worth every dollar
PD, 05/24/2019
2019 Genesis G70 3.3T Dynamic 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
40 of 42 people found this review helpful
So I've driven my fair share of cars. I personally owned a Genesis coupe 2.0T, then a G37 , then a mini cooper S. before purchase this i drove 330i, Kia stinger, and MB C300, and honestly not one of them made feel the way i feel about this car. The handling, the 0-06, and my favorite thing, random people telling you how amazing it looks. while the kia stinger is similar to this, the Freebies you get from Genesis are unmatched. 3 years valet service, 3 years connect service(remote start from your phone) and best warranty in car industry.
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90,000 Miles
JohnJ, 05/04/2019
updated 12/01/2022
2019 Genesis G70 2.0T Advanced 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
33 of 36 people found this review helpful
I fell in love with this car the moment I saw it November 2018. My past 2 cars were Volvo S60's, which I liked a lot, but did not like the 2019 S60 model change though. The Avalon and Acura TLX AWD were on the list too, the Avalon was nice, but just a little too big and didn't have the AWD or the styling that was up with the Acura. I really liked the Acura AWD with the 6 cylinder engine after my test drive, but I thought it would be worth the drive up to Detroit were Suburban Genesis had just gotten quite a few G70's in. There were no dealers in Cleveland that carried them yet. They had the color I was looking for and once I took it for a test drive I saw it was better than any car I have ever owned. The cabin is phenomenal, visibility, sound system, very user friendly controls, high definition display, looks, quietness, and comfort are all as good as it gets. The heater warms the cabin up very fast. The Elite Package comes with all the amenities you need and then some. I got the Himalayan Gray, the rims are very eye catching. Another thing that I was very impressed about is the gas mileage, every trip I have taken has been over 30 mpg, never had a car with this high of mpg before! The voice activation with Android Auto is very easy to use, with other accessories on the car, it is not as accurater. I feel the 2.0 liter engine is fine, I am in sales and do a lot of 2 lane highway driving and passing quickly is not a problem. The transmission is ultra smooth. I do feel my Volvo handled better in the snow and the seating was slightly more comfortable, but other than that, no contest. I have been using 89 Octane with no issues or decreased gas mileage. I just had my first quality problem, a ruptured brake line which hindered the collision avoidance system and would not let me put it in cruise control. The need for service really highlighted the inferior dealerships Genesis has. They are still part of Hyundai dealerships and I had to wait 1 month for an appointment and when I did get it, they were only able to run the diagnostics and not fix it, even though they had it for the better part of a day. Any sitting in the waiting area that long was not an enjoyable experience either. I ended up taking it to my local mechanic and getting it fixed. I am getting ready to look at a new car and will still consider the G70, despite this shortfall, it would be nice to have a better to have a stand alone dealership. The loner vehicles they set aside are also very inadequate, so if the car is under warranty, expect the same service you would get from Hyundai.
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