2023 Genesis G70 Review

Name: 2023 Genesis G70
Brand: Genesis

Price Range: $19,450 - $45,000

2023 Genesis G70 3.3T Sedan Exterior Shown

Average

7.6

out of 10

edmunds TESTED

The 2023 Genesis G70 has matured into one of the more elegant-looking small luxury sedans. It delivers excellent value, a potent V6 engine, a comfortable interior, and a good set of standard advanced driver aids. However, a tight back seat, a tiny trunk and subpar fuel economy keep the G70 from attaining true greatness.

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Appraise My 2023 Genesis G70

Pros

Quick acceleration with the V6 engine
Some first-rate upscale design touches
Excellent warranty coverage
Lots of features and tech for the price

Cons

Cramped back seat
Subpar fuel economy

What's new

Only a minor shuffling of features for 2023
Part of the first G70 generation introduced for 2019

Overview

Written by automotive expert Mark Takahashi

8/4/2022

European brands have dominated the luxury sport sedan class for decades. BMW practically invented the segment with its 3 Series in the 1970s. Japanese brands mounted a challenge in the 1990s with Lexus, Infiniti and Acura, and now the Genesis brand from South Korea is turning up the heat. Helping to lead that charge is the 2023 Genesis G70, the smallest and sportiest sedan in the lineup.

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2.0T Sedan
$19,450
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$2,203 below market
- 91,466 miles
- 20 City / 28 Hwy MPG
- 24 mi away
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
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23 Combined MPG (20 City/28 Highway)
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PM127360
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2023 Genesis G70
2.0T Sedan
$35,794
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$1,545 below market
- 8,568 miles
- 20 City / 28 Hwy MPG
- 97 mi away
- AWD/4WD
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23 Combined MPG (20 City/28 Highway)
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Last year, the G70 received a rather significant refreshening, with updated exterior and interior styling, a larger infotainment screen and new driver assist features. Sadly, the manual transmission was discontinued, but all of the G70's praiseworthy elements return. They include a potent V6 engine, sharp handling, a lot of features for the money, and a very generous warranty. For 2023, a few features get moved from the options list to standard equipment, further enhancing the G70's value proposition.

The 2023 Genesis G70 is a more affordable alternative to other sporty sedans in the class, such as the Audi S4, BMW 3 Series and recently redesigned Mercedes-Benz C-Class. The G70 has a lot going for it besides pricing, but it also has a few items that can stand improvement, as called out in our Expert Rating below. It's getting tantalizingly close to meeting the expectations set by those European rivals, though.

Edmunds Expert Rating

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Driven, tested, rated by automotive expert Rex Tokeshi-Torres

Average

7.6

out of 10

We drove the 2023 Genesis G70 on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.

Performance

7.5/10

How does the G70 drive? The G70 has a potent V6 and good steering feel, and it's easy to drive. The turbocharged V6 develops 365 horsepower, making it one of the quickest in class, and it sprints to 60 mph in 4.9 seconds. With a healthy 376 lb-ft of torque on tap, the G70 doesn't have to do much downshifting, either. But we did find the transmission a little reluctant to downshift when we eventually called for it.

There's potential for the G70 to be a fun car to drive, but we found it a bit floppy in the corners. Its all-wheel drive lacks sophistication, and the all-season tires don't deliver the grip to balance out the power. Tires also affect braking numbers. Our test car came to a stop from 60 mph in 125 feet, which is subpar for the class.

Comfort

8/10

How comfortable is the G70? The seats deliver the all-day comfort we expect from Genesis, and the suspension does a nice job of absorbing sharp bumps. The G70 has a noisier cabin than other luxury competitors. It's a very quiet cruiser on smooth roads, but road noise on rough pavement can be intrusive. The climate control does a good job of maintaining cabin temperature, and the seat heaters work quickly.

Interior

7.5/10

How’s the interior? The G70 has a well-crafted interior with pleasant materials and touchpoints, and it's easy to find a comfortable driving position thanks to a generous range of adjustments. It's logically laid out, and the central touchscreen infotainment interface has a sharp screen that's easy to see and responsive to inputs.

The G70 is not the easiest car to get into or out of. The back seat is tight, with a stingy amount of space for toes under the front seats. Its sleek roof profile may not impart an open feel, but outward visibility remains pretty decent by luxury sedan standards.

Technology

7.5/10

How’s the tech? If having the latest luxury tech is a priority, the G70 will mostly satisfy. It's packed with advanced driver aids, all of which work decently well. Apple and Android smartphone integration is standard and simple to use but still requires a cable. Some rivals offer wireless connectivity.

Less impressive is the standard audio system, which won't wow anybody. Onboard navigation is nice to have but doesn't break any new ground. The voice controls work for navigation and radio functions but do not control vehicle functions.

Storage

7/10

How’s the storage? The G70 isn't particularly practical for a sedan, although the cabin offers a decent number of spots to store and organize small items. The trunk has a generous opening, but at 10.5 cubic feet, it's small even for the class. Larger suitcases could be a very tight fit, but if you need additional room and don't have extra rear passengers, you can always fold down the rear seats.

Although car seat anchors are pretty accessible, bulkier car seats will likely impinge on front seat space due to the limited room in the rear.

Fuel Economy

6.5/10

How’s the fuel economy? The Genesis G70 lags most of the class with just 20 mpg combined for the turbo V6-powered AWD model. There are a couple sporty sedans such as the Acura TLX Type S and Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43 that are close, at 21 and 22 mpg combined, respectively, but many are far more efficient. Even the base four-cylinder G70 maxes out at 25 mpg combined, which is also lower than most. On our 115-mile evaluation loop, the G70 returned 23.7 mpg, which is at least a promising sign that real-world fuel consumption shouldn't be far off the EPA estimates.

Value

8/10

Is the G70 a good value? Genesis gives you a solid list of standard features at an enticing starting point that undercuts the luxury competition by a couple of thousand dollars. The exterior and interior feel solidly and luxuriously built, with nice materials adorning the inside trim panels. The large infotainment screen ties the whole interior together nicely. Standard and powertrain warranties are best-in-class.

Wildcard

8/10

The G70 was once a lively, engaging luxury sport sedan but it now feels a little sloppy compared to its closest competition. Acceleration is still potent, but straight-line speed alone is no longer enough to create a good car. That said, the G70's elegant new design, along with better interior materials and a larger infotainment screen, make an excellent impression. There's little debate that the G70 now at least looks like a top player in the segment.

2023 Genesis G70 trim level differences

The 2023 Genesis G70 is available in two trim levels: 2.0T and 3.3T. A turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (252 horsepower, 260 lb-ft of torque) is standard in the 2.0T, while the 3.3T features a turbocharged 3.3-liter V6 engine (365 hp, 376 lb-ft). Both engines use an eight-speed automatic transmission. Rear-wheel drive is standard, but you can add all-wheel drive to any Genesis G70. Compare the 2023 Genesis G70 trim levels in-depth.

Which G70 trim does Edmunds recommend?

One of the best attributes of the G70 is its available V6 engine. That's why we recommend the G70 3.3T. In addition to the potent power upgrade, you also get upgraded brakes and a sport-tuned suspension. We'd also consider going fully loaded with the Sport Prestige package because it adds several appealing features for the price.

Cost to Drive

Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia

$221/mo

$193/mo

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Reliability

The 2023 Genesis G70 has a 5 years / 60,000 miles basic warranty and 1 recall. Below you’ll find our owner reviews.

Recalls

1 recall found

Checking if a car has a recall is simple. Just type the car's VIN number into the NHTSA website (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). If there's an unrepaired recall, you'll see it there.

If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).

Recall Number:: 24V528000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: 262-023G
Manufactured from:: 2021-09-15 to 2023-11-23
Number of vehicles affected:: 54647
Defect Description:: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Veloster N, 2019-2023 Genesis G70, 2022-2023 Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Defect Consequence:: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will update engine control module software. In addition, dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump assembly, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 9, 2024. Some interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 3, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 262 and 023G.

Warranty

5 years / 60,000 miles Basic Warranty

Basic Warranty: 5 years / 60,000 miles
Drivetrain Warranty: 10 years / 100,000 miles
Rust Warranty: 7 years / unlimited miles
Roadside assistance Warranty: 5 years / unlimited miles
Free maintenance Warranty: 3 years / 36,000 miles

Genesis G70 Reviews

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2023 G70 Features & Specs

Trim:

2.0T

MSRP (New) Excludes Destination Fee	$39,400
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	25 MPG
Cost to Drive	$221/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	10.5 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	5 years / 60,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the G70 models:

Multi-Collision Brake: After a collision with airbag deployment, this system brings the G70 to a stop as soon as possible to prevent secondary collisions.
Blind-Spot View Monitor: A camera-based system that shows a live view of what's in the G70's blind spots, depicted within the instrument cluster.
Highway Driving Assist: Combines adaptive cruise control with a lane keeping system to offer hands-on semi-automated driving assistance.

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Good
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Good
Side Impact Test – Updated
Not Tested
Roof Strength Test
Good
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Good

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