2022 Genesis GV70 | Clean Slate
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 14 ก.ค. 2024
- We review the new 2022 Genesis GV70, a completely fresh take on the entry-level SUV. This new approach moves past the German copy/paste cars of the past. We discuss the technical, and mechanical info that make this a great value. Others to consider are the BMW X3, Audi Q5, Mercedes GLE, Lexus RX350, and Acura RDX.
#genesis #gv70 #cars
Index:
00:00 Intro
00:36 Interior Impressions
04:34 Mechanical Impressions, Suspension, Transmission, and Engine
7:47 Driving Impressions
14:54 Final Thoughts - ยานยนต์และพาหนะ
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A new challenger approaches the Whole Foods parking lot
Underrated😂
While your not so jealous neighbors laugh at you in their BMWs and Lexus while going to Pilates?
True, but that's exactly what most cars are used for. I like that Mark gets it. A vehicle like this is for commuting, putting on the miles on the freeway, and sure, doing the grocery shopping. It's not a weekend toy, so what matters is that it's comfortable, roomy, and feel a good inside.
Mark Miller you dont get it " the other Mark. ". Buffy wants to be " seen" in a Porsche, Audi , Mercedes or Lexus. A pedestrian Genesis just won't do. Susie, Robin, Louise and Sylvia agree.
@UCQLNcC2AzLmHczvNE-H5saw Buffy a roastie and got daddy issues
Jack hit it when he said that for the vast majority of us, the ability to cruise quietly and comfortably between 60 and 80 mph combined with immediate passing power, is what it's all about. In fact, as I have gotten older (matured? Nah!) I am far more reluctant to cross that broken yellow line on a two lane highway, and wander over into oncoming traffic to pass the vehicle in front of me. That sucker has to be driving a tractor, or going pretty damn slow before I'll even think about it. I am happy to say that I have finally reached the age where risking my life to save half a minute is no longer a thing.
then you don't need this SUV!
You've lost your way, Bro! 😂😂😂
--cars have gotten way better--even with a Kona N I can get on the highway at 120mph with no problemYes--I have a Kona N--want more fuel econ and performance---I paid less then anything under 40k and can stomp them=
this is, without a doubt, the best interior in any car at this price point
It’s different. It’s not the best, big difference.
@@Fadic4 it for sure is the best interior. Not “difference”. It’s superior.
The contoured carbon fiber looks insane
@@Fadic4 nah its legitimately better from an ergonomic standpoint than the germans. No over reliance on touch, its right in the middle of tactile and touch and every surface is premium. There's more expensive cars with more plastic inside like this
@@Fadic4 why don't you tell us what's better.....I need a laugh
This is what Infiniti needed to have done. Beautiful car!
Mark wanted to say (Infiniti) Q... 8:45
Came to my mind when found your comment))
Infiniti is a joke and has been for about two decades now. Even the new QX60 doesn't cut it compared to the competition. Its limp standard 3.5L engine comes straight out of the Pathfinder with a "whole" 11 HP bump and a requirement to use premium fuel. That engine is weaker than the base 4-cylinder engines the competition offers, and a whole class or two below the 6-cylinder options the competition offers (unless we are talking about the similarly limp Acura MDX).
Infiniti is dead. They'll need to start over to become relevant again.
Infiniti wasted it's potential. Such a fucking shame.
They did, about 15 years ago. FX35
That paint looks so good I nearly cried like the time my wife left me. This SUV could've been yours Miranda!!
You must have forgotten to read her.... *lowers sunglasses* MIRANDA RIGHTS
You win the internets
Your ex wife's new boyfriend Chad just got her an X3M
@@Tool0GT92 More likely that she hooked up with Trailer Park Joe and drives a Versa
Now you just gotta find yourself a Tammy.
I love how the ac vents are integrated in to the dash. They should do that more often
It's pretty common these days, the new Honda Civic and the 4th gen Mazda3 both have it. It dates back to the 80s with the Audi 5000 interior.
Yup, that's one of the good, new trends. I also like the screens being integrated thru the dash. Like Merc and Cadillac Escalade are doing...
@@fireteam_ Not sure if 2 cars having is "common" lol
Absolutely agree. So many cars vents date the interior back a decade or more and they often just look disjointed vs the rest of the design language.
To your point, my parents went from an Audi SQ5 to the GV70 and like the Genesis so much more. They hated the touch screen controls and fingerprints all over the Audi interior. They also prefer the dynamics of the GV70 3.5TT. The car really has a great presence too. Only positive things to say about Genesis. The red interior also looks fantastic inside
Except resale
I bought a 3.5 almost 2 months ago and I'm totally loving so far
Good for you mate, enjoy your super dope whip.
I bet it gets a ton of attention
Man good for you! Usually a 3.5 only lasts me a couple days…
Jealous!!
Awesome choice! Looking into getting one as well
As a former performance car nut, I test drove the X3 M40i, and this just killed it. Is the X3 faster? Yes, does it handle better around high speed corners? Yes. But the X3 is very harsh over bumps, and this is so much more luxurious and special, that the rest becomes irrelevant. In terms of pricing, this is significantly cheaper than both the SQ5 and the Mercedes GLC 43 AMG equivalently specced. It also has much better safety features. The X3 M40i is close price wise. I bought this in 3.5l Sports Prestige, and I haven’t looked back. It’s an awesome vehicle that I seriously doubt the Germans are not scared of.
Already trade in for Tesla
The styling is 10/10
yeah i'm not normaly into crossovers but this thing has got to be the best looking car ive ever seen
@@sinnders97 best looking car you’ve ever seen? Really?
@@matthewp9015 yup
@@yourvault1612 I don’t know, I mean straight off the bat the Alfa Giulia is better looking…
@@matthewp9015 to most people that’s not the case I test drove the Julio and the Gv70 when helping my mother choose and suv and nobody even bothered to look at us on the road in the julia but people broker necks when we drove in the Gv70 even had people roll down the window to say “I love your car, what is that?”
Customer service! I just bought a GV70 3.5 because of their at home valet with courtesy service for their 5 yr 100,000 km warranty. Now ( living in a smaller community) I don’t have to take time off of work to drive it to a bigger centre and pay for a rental for maintenance. Genisis is listening to what people want and delivering.
They only do the service because they don't have luxury genesis dealerships. They also don't always honor it.
This thing is gorgeous.
Yes - it’s sexy but I don’t like the front grill
I'm guessing everyone saying it's gorgeous is American, right?
To everyone else it's hideously vulgar!
@@ahmedsyed3436 Me, the opposite. I'm not a fan of the rear side of the car tho lol.
Edit: more specifically the tail lights
@@Lensman864 Then so are all of the Japanese offerings and some of the German. There's nothing any more vulgar about this that the SUV 'coupes' all the German brands sell.
You need to get out more often.
I was shopping for a new car a few months ago and narrowed it down to the Porsche Macan S or GV70. I looked at Mercedes and BMW, but everyone has one and there's no wow factor for me (and we already have a current gen Lexus NX, so we ruled that out). What you guys said in the video is totally true - if you're someone who's going to push the limits of the car and take it to a track, the Porsche is the better pick. But for a guy like me who uses a vehicle to commute to work, drive the family around, etc., the GV70 is amazing. It's got better luxury, better technology and of course better pricing. I've had the GV70 for 2 months now and I've gotten a dozen people come up to me in parking lots asking me about this car. I think Genesis is going to do really well and really get their brand recognition out there with this one.
Macan S all the way
@@angusp5515 I drive Macan S and i want GV70.
@@kiwan5425you looking to downgrade ?
@@angusp5515 Macan is noisy, uncomfortable, drains gas, horrible hvac user interface, small space, horrible Bose sound system, and etc..
Freak'n GOOK Hyndai car that will PLUNNET in Re-Sale!! did they Not learn from the Euros..............Get a Lexus!
I've had Mercedes, BMWs, and currently drive an Audi. I'll be buying a GV70 once there aren't any crazy dealership markups. That 10 year/100,000 mile warranty is also a peace of mind.
Genesis doing a coffin dance for Infiniti and former FX/QX70
Been waiting for this one, thank you guys! Looking forward your G70!
The new qx60 is way better than the gv80 plus infiniti is not dead . Plus it does not have a cvt either. Qx60 will bring infiniti back kick shit out of Genesis you idiot
@@ekgcanadianenthusiast9961 ahahaha, keep on dreaming)
@@rosgoncharuk2403 ok
@@rosgoncharuk2403 😂
@@ekgcanadianenthusiast9961 The Infiniti is much improved, but it isn't mechanically all that great.
Man Genesis is killing it right now
They are on top of their game🔥
But reliability is an unknown
@@TapTwoCounterspell Hyundai/Kia have had much better reliability since, maybe, 2009. I used to be a Toyota fanboy, but I smell Hyundai in the future, and the Genesis brand along with it.
@@moguls914 shut up
@@ekgcanadianenthusiast9961 Are you trying to turn me on? Because it's working
@@moguls914 they have greatly improved especially in build quality and reliability and I’m sure it’s a lot better now in 2021 however Toyota/Lexus and Honda/Acura still has edge in build quality and reliability so I don’t see Hyundai and Kia topping them
But they make good cars
I am seriously considering upgrading my wife's X3 to this and maybe even moving from Cayenne to GV80. I know germans have higher "class status", but X3 is just dull inside and Cayenne sucks as a family car (starting with garbage, shallow cupholders and absolute lack of cabbies and storage). Koreans area killing it.
Trading from a Cayenne to a GV80... lol.. two entirely different vehicle segments. Wouldn't you prefer to own a strictly performance vehicle on one side and then a family hauler on the other?
Without comparing apples to oranges, lets not forget the Cayenne will retain value far beyond a top trim GV80.
X3 has always been such a souless vehicle. Existing just to fill the gap. 3 generations later, it still doesnt have a defined identity. The Audi Q5, even if quite boring, has always been better.
Seems Boris bought 2 vehicles with his eyes closed.
@@apexconnexion True. A family car, I personally would probably prefer a van, or at least a Japanese/Korean SUV that is as practical as a van.
No one is ever happy.
We have had a BMW 540i for the last six years and wanted to buy. Our mechanic told us the only “ luxury” vehicles to buy were Lexus or Genesis. We took the plunge and just bought the GV70 and boy we are not disappointed.
Good luck with resale
These Koreans are going to give the Germans a run for their money! Aesthetically amazing and of course value for money
Well most of the designers and engineers in Genesis aren't Korean 🤔
@@ZREXER1250 it will be totalled, don't worry, people who want a cheaper alternative to something aren't the most careful drivers.
@@MGR99 Right. People that are careful with their money and buy based on actual products & features instead of brand are some how worse drivers.
@@VaunShiz No, MOST of them are the Koreans.. They just hired SOME of the Germans.. Plus, many Korean designers and engineers works everywhere in like Bently, Mercedes, BMW, Chevrolet(Camaro) , etcs... so does that mean those Koreans made entire cars? Nope. They just helped a little bit and give some advices and that's it.
And this goes the same story to the Genesis. They hired some of the famous engineers and designers from Germany just to get an advice for some designs and engineering problems like chassis. That's all.
Im Korean and my dad is working for a Hyundai/Genesis engineering team in South Korea, Namyang. And i know the truth that 90 percent of engineer/designers of Hyundai Motor companies(Hyundai/Kia/Genesis) are South Korean.
I am not saying those German engineers and designers did nothing in this company tho. They are helping this company to improve in many ways so many of the Korean workers there are thankful to them.
@@MGR99 and that’s why bmw and Mercedes owners are widely considered some of the most reckless and arrogant drivers on the road?? 🤔🤔you sound stupid
Everybody loving any genesis and kia products. It's a shame dealerships are terrible here in NY/NJ.
They remind me of how lexus was in the late 90's early 00's
Went to a kia dealership after seeing their ad price for a sportage for about 2500 down 169 per month, hoping to negotionate somwhere around there with the chip shortage and everything. Guess the quote? 3000 down, motherfucking 590 per month. For that price we could have leased a bigger luxury suv.
Car sales is full of dbags
@@Mexicanhanu Perhaps you should actually buy a used reliable car and not spend so much per month. I know it's crazy to buy a reliable car that isn't the newest but then you won't have to pay 590 a month. Just a thought, if you don't like the lease payment, than buy a used, already depreciated car that's reliable. Consider certain model years and engine configuration Subarus, Toyotas, Hondas, or Lexus. Sure they may not have enough tech but they will at least not cost you 590 a month for some stupid Kia. That's outrageous
I've heard that too in other areas, too bad, that can really turn you off from buying the car.
I saw one of those GV 70 for the first time a couple days ago at a light. It was white and looking at it from across the intersection , l thought to myself, Man that thing is beautiful ! What is it ? I thought is that a new Jaguar SUV ? Then as l passed by and saw the Genesis Wing on the hood and saw the back, l still thought that it was the most stunning SUV l have ever seen.
Hey Mark, here's who this class of SUV is for. People like me who've owned fast cars in the past, who like fast sedans, but need more storage space for one reason or another. For me it's taking my mountain bike from state to state when I'm on my trips, I can't have it hanging on the rack getting pelted with rain and debris while also dragging down 10mpg during the entire ride. You could easily make up 100 reasons why people would want or need more storage in their vehicles. I've also done the whole weekend warrior cars, and at some point they end up sitting around not being driven because it starts to be a PITA taking care of two cars, etc. Also, why have a car that's ok to drive Monday - Friday and a separate car that's fun to drive on Saturday and Sunday? What's wrong with having a car with more storage that's ALWAYS fun when you want it to be? Or can store what I need in the back while not sacrificing luxury?
That's who these cars are for, and trust me I'm coming from the side you're on where I NEVER wanted an SUV. But these small SUV's are a game changer for a LOT of people like me who want it all, and all the time. I want a car with luxury that also has some speed for fun, while I can also take my bike or whatever else on trips.
Mark & Jack, you guys have the best reviews. Honest, no BS.
Who will buy the 2022 Genesis GV70, a person who is concerned with quality, warranty, and cost after warranty ends.
You guys did it again, your reviews deliver the best vehicle journalism available! Bravo
Brilliant use of texture everywhere, even the wheels.
I know they'll be harder to clean but it's worth it in this case.
I have this wheels. They are very easy to clean.
Yes, I've always wanted a purple Hyundai. When I was a kid, I didn't have a poster of the Lamborghini Countach. I had a poster of a purple Hyundai.
@@speakingtruths4215 smirks...
@@speakingtruths4215 No need to be mad at a car company. Go outside take a breathe of fresh air
@@speakingtruths4215 who hurt you?
The GV70 is pretty great, but the service of the brand can be terrible. The Santa Monica dealership is the worst experience I have ever had with any brand in the last 20 years. They NEVER call you back reliably (I have always had to call multiple times to even just get an appointment), they NEVER confirm you will get a loaner ahead of the time, and the service valet is wrongly advertised by Genesis: The Genesis website says something like 'pick up your car wherever', but the fine print from the dealer limits this. The dealer and Genesis North America have different overlapping maintenance schedules that make you call them to ask 'ok, another maintenance alarm, do I NOW have to come)?' and any complaints about the dealership, Genesis North America brushes off with 'those are all franchises, we can't do anything'. So yes, the car is nice, the interior is great, but if you ever need ANYTHING from the dealership or the company, you may be out of luck. I will sell mine before the warranty is up, I'm sick and tired of dealing with an incompetent team.
Just bought a 3.5 fully loaded here in Australia. I've had wagons in the past for the cargo space and sportiness. The Genesis has all that in spades but the kicker is the ride quality and interior luxury. It's really very special and it's so great for everyday use. The 3.5 here in Australia is the only one with adaptive suspension which i really wanted after selling an Audi A4 Avant primarily due to the harder ride but also the lack of "special" about it. So far I'm massively impressed. And the 6 cylinder makes it really boogie. Way more than i really need but it puts s smile on my face everytime i give it some sauce.
I saw one in person and immediately was caught off guard by it. Very good looking car
Just had a test drive today, GV70 was great but the dealership experience was 200% awful.
Mine tester was a 3.5TT mid-trim. It was extraordinarily quiet with no wind noise and very little road noise, 19inch rims with smaller tires might help the quietness. And the ride was Okay, better than a current gen NX but worse than a Q5. Main complaint for ride quality was that lateral movement was not very well controlled and my body movement was more than I preferred.
Dealership experience was absolutely awful. After the test-drive, I was left in a office with an IPAD, asking me to apply for Genesis Financial credit before any sells person talked to me. Kept waiting for 30min to finally see someone alive, told him I was not comfortable applying credit at the moment (before knowing the selling price). He seemed angry, ignoring me and staring with his monitor typing loudly. A minute later he 'offered' me a $5000 markup and asked me to leave if I could not make a purchase decision TODAY. What a experience!
was this a dedicated genesis dealership?
As a novice photographer, I have to say this video was so beautifully shot! The camera angles, and depth of field are spot on.
As an aside, am I the only one that thinks even the underbody of The GV70 is stunning?
Thank you Savage Geese for highlighting so many strengths of this vehicle. Genesis is killing it!
Honestly if I was in this market, the Genesis GV70 would be my top pick, I love the way this thing looks.
I've seen a few of these on the road and they look incredible. They really stand out and draw your eye. Very elegant, sporty, and eye catching
My wife is shopping for an entry-level luxury crossover, and she's almost locked in on this GV70. She's picked it over Mercedes, BMW, and Audi so far with only the Lexus NX and RX left to look at. In person, the vehicle is attractive, and the interior is a cut above the germans.
I guess Lexus tech is going to feel ancient comparing to this.
GV70 is the way to go, from all I've seen. I don't find the others to be very impressive.
If she is looking into the the NX. I would suggest to look at the newest model that is coming out. My mom has the current gen NX and the interior quality isn't there. Alot of squeaks and bad fuel economy.
The suspension on the first Gen NX is also horrible. Extremely uncomfortable. Lexus is releasing a new RX next year as well so that’s worth a look at too. But the gv70 is still most likely going to be better
Dude seriously don’t even look at the new 2022 nx. That thing is already dead. The gv70 has brutally mutilated the 2022 nx and that’s surprising but also unfortunate since no ones even driven the nx yet. The 2022 nx cannot compete with this.
I really hope no automotive reviewer drives the 2022 nx because they will be severely disappointed with it and it’ll be a HUGE waste of their time
I’m in week two of my ownership of this car. I traded my daily driver BMW X5 50i. I like being connected to some power and refinement. I am very surprised how well this car car delivers an “experience.” In the video you mention the transmission and the European competitors. I drove a current version Q7 for a year and the GV70 transmission is significantly better than Audi’s.
Are you coming from the f15? Surprised to hear this kind of feedback from someone who used to drive a v8 powered X5.
@@bandalpooh yes, 2018. The twin turbo v8 is amazing. However I don’t really want to own one out of warranty. The weight vs power ratio in these vehicles feels similar. I weighed getting the G05 but you can no longer get just the v8, you have to get M and that’s more than I want.
@@TheChuckWolfe I'm sorry but the '18 X5 50i is vastly more refined compared to the 3.5T GV70. There is no comparison whatsoever, the Genesis is truly an entire step downwards - totally different vehicles though!
@@apexconnexion you may be right. But you can’t buy a regular twin turbo V8 any more, you have to jump to M50 set up on current X5. For now I’m certainly enjoying the GV. None of them are forever cars for my like my XJR but at it’s price point I’m pretty impressed with it.
@@apexconnexion No comparison? Are you serious? The refinement in these new Genesis is unparalelled unless you compare to a Porsche. But those are way more expensive. On a serious note the only thing I found better in the X5 was the handling and feedback but it still wasn't like a Cayanne. Sound like you just don't like Hyundai/Genesis and still think European brands are more superior? Unless you test drove a bad GV70, I wish I had a clue of how you came to that agreement.
Your music choices are so good and fitting to every car review you’ve done. Well done as always
I'm in love with the GV70... We are a 3 car family (MDX - wife; Maxima - my grocery getter/family hauler; ND Miata - weekend toy). My Maxima is getting old in the tooth but will wait for a few more year until it gets to 220k miles to replace it. I'll definitely be looking at the GV70 as a future replacement.
What a beautiful thing it is!
Thank you for my compliment
That vehicle is HIDEOUS!
@@Lensman864 In your dreams
Great design language. Still hate seeing another SUV but they sell and gotta support the Goose
Sedans are dead. Stop crying for those and start asking for shooting brake's instead, those would actually sell if more people knew what they were. 2 or 4 door
The suvs help provide profit so that they can produce fun stuff like the turbo sports sedans
that interior design is incredible. the way the buttons for climate control and what not flow into the silver trim is awesome.
Good review as usual, gentlemen. I have only one complaint. That's the selection of the 3.5 twin turbo version of the GV70 rather than the base 2.5L four cylinder turbo engine for the review. I realize that the vehicles made available by automakers for review are often limited to top trims and the most powerful engines. And even if other choices are available to review there's an advantage in terms of the number of views by internet fan boys (the overwhelming majority of whom can't afford to purchase vehicles like the GV70) but the 2.5L engine that Hyundai, KIA, and Genesis are deploying in (at my last count) at least 9 separate vehicles is by all accounts an excellent powerplant and worth attention considering that a well equipped version has an MSRP including destination charges of about $50,000 compared to almost $59,000 for a comparable V6 version.
If the base 2.5L engine were clearly an inferior powerplant that few consumers would want, it might be a different story. But judging by performance of 2.5L engine in the KIA Stinger GT-Line compared to the 3.3L V6 in the GT versions, the base engine in the GT-Line comes very close to the more expensive trims and the weight savings, especially over the front wheels, suggests it might even be superior in terms of handling. It would be interesting to see whether the same is true in the GV70. I realize that the same 4 banger in the K5 GT and Sonata N-Line introduces significant handling problems as a result to the absence of AWD (or even an LSD) in those vehicles but the GV70's AWD should, I assume, eliminate those issues.
All in all, it's obvious that Genesis is presenting a "value" argument compared to its luxury rivals from Europe and Japan. It would be interesting to know whether V6 version of the GV70 is worth $9000 or more than a comparably equipped base engine version and just what a consumer is getting for those extra dollars.
Agreed - I bought the 2.5T Prestige model and with 300 HP and 311 ft-lb torque, it is 85% of what the V6 provides but with much better gas mileage (unless you have the 21" wheels) and in Canada costs at least $12,000 less, making it the value sweet spot. Most I've seen are the 2.5T Advanced or Advanced Plus. It's a great vehicle and I look forward to my daily commute!
Fair and balanced. Kinda hard to do a review like this when you've driven so many six figure cars.
If only they would bring the G70 wagon to the US :(
You can import it
I expect to see these all over the place within the next few years - Genesis is really knocking it out of the park. Thanks for the in-depth review SG!
Wow this looks really good! I love the boldness and uniqueness. I like the dimpling on the wheels even.
that thing looks sick in that Matte color, thanks as always for a great non-biased review!
Love the reviews. I think a lot of reviewers are missing something when they ask "who is going to buy this?" though. This vehicle (along with other Genesis models) will appeal to people who want a lot of bells and whistles to accompany the steep price they pay for their luxury vehicle. While on paper the German luxury brands also have lots of bells and whistles, it's only on paper. Try finding mostly loaded German luxury cars on dealers' lots. They are rare and if you find one it's probably not in the color you want. You pretty much have to custom order a German luxury car if you want one fairly loaded because there are few on the lots. I started looking at Genesis for this reason. I have a plethora of loaded GV70s to choose from around me. I can not only find a loaded GV70 but also one with my choice of color, both exterior and interior. I'm just not paying for a Mercedes, Audi or BMW and driving off the lot with a vehicle that comes with no more bells and whistles than a Honda Civic. I don't want to be "that guy".
Nowhere is this more apparent than on the used car market where custom ordering is not an option. A year ago we were looking at used luxury SUVs. We test drove a 2017 GLE. It didn't even have rear parking sensors!!! Perhaps Genesis will win some converts on the used car market too.
You guys constantly miss the opportunity to say “alright, let’s hit the road, Jack”
Looks absolutely better than anything Mercedes Benz is offering right now!
This reminds me so much of what a modern Infiniti FX should be. Beautiful inside and out
I've been driving a 2021 G80 for around a month now, and I've been turning heads and getting attention in parking lots like I never have before. And sadly, most have no idea what it is. Or maybe that's actually kind of cool.
People have thought that my GV70 was a Bentley, Chrysler, Audi, and Porche. Mine is Melbourne Gray...I get tons of compliments
I think this is one of the best looking SUVs ever made. Genesis is absolutely KILLING IT right now!!!
Another great video!…….this vehicle is a spectacular addition to this segment!!….in person these things are beautiful 😍
I reserved the GV70 2.5 Advanced B/B and should be arriving on 11/4, can't wait to see it and drive it. I drove the 3.5, it was all they had on the lot. I did not feel like paying an extra $11,000 for more power. The 2.5 Advanced comes fully loaded.
give us an update when you get it
Price out the door?
I like how the 4 banger looks in the engine bay. There is so much room.
@@j00ktau - we are shooting for $53,000-54,000 tax included. I am afraid I might not be able to bargain to much, since they are in such demand.
@@saulbachiller-smith8382 That is this less a couple grand less than the MSRP of a fully loaded base model X3/Q5/GLC which doesn't include tax ofc. I think you got a pretty good deal in your hands. Plus these new Genesis model should retain value better than the germans.
Great review! I just put down a deposit waiting for the right color to come to my local dealer on this, but I wanted to answer the question of who this is for. For me, I'm a first time buyer into the luxury space and need the extra room for the family. So I have no loyalty to the other name brands and this one won the looks, price, and feel competition. Just wanted to give you some input from a buyer.
So many videos lately! Love it!
You two have good chemistry. Keep up the great work!
Expensive, but looks like it's worth it. Nice to see Hyundai/Genesis grow like they have. I remember their sh@tboxes of the 80's/90's. lol
They were shitboxes all the way until like 2010. Since then they've been killing it.
Genesis, KIA, Hyundai vehicle designs are all awesome these days
Love your honest reviews! Thanks
I've have a G70 3.3T since 2019 and have just ordered my 2023 GV70 - Can't wait.
Test drove one. Loved it
Thumbs up if you want to see him do a Stinger GT2 face-lift review!
They killed it no sense now..
The intro and interior shots look almost better than the Genesis ads. And the car is gorgeous, love the matte paint too.
Saw a couple of them here where I live in Puerto Rico 🇵🇷. It looks really good. An excellent review.👍
This is a vehicle we are considering and I place more weight on your reviews than any others. Trying to decide between this and an SQ5/X3M40i is going to be tough but the GV70 being significantly more inexpensive drive away is crazy given how good it reviews. The dream is still a Macan GTS. Thank you for your incredible work!
The 3.5T GV70 Sport should price you well within the same boundaries of your comparisons you listed. Not sure what region you're in so that would absolutely change my comment!
SQ5 for me, that thing is fun as heck
My best advice would be to drive them all and see what fits the best. This segment has awesome vehicles so you are going to get something good regardless.
@@jamesgage1365 true, everything is based on personal preference, I’m sure that the Genesis is an awesome car
@@minibx6659 Except the fact that the SQ5 starts at $65k for the equal tier model, and then you have to add options on top of that. That's why the GV70 is so freaking amazing. It's maxed out price is $65k. That's why it's killing the market right now.
This thing looks like a sculpted work of art
Looks WAYYY nicer then the competition inside and out. Well done.
Best vehicle reviewers out there. Thanks for actually knowing your stuff, keeping out all the fluff, and keeping the language respectful. Subscribe people!
Tiger's crash in the GV80 gave Genesis a lot of publicity, from what I heard, the safety features in the GV80 is what saved Tiger. Also, people that like the Hyundai Santa Fe could easily make the jump to the base model of the GV70 vs a Limited or Calligraphy trim on the Santa Fe, and still get the 10 yr warranty and they will pick up your car from your house to take it to the location where they fix your car and bring it back. People that will buy this car are those who don't need a status symbol, but look at real value and good looks and some performance without needing max performance. Count me in!
Just tested the 2.5t lux model in Australia this morning. Prefer this over my glc250. Value is great 👍!
Great review as usual guys. This vehicle is not for everyone, but for those that get the vision it is very well executed. Quite simply this vehicle is about balance and it feels special. (Tech, Luxury and Performance)
I just switched over from a 2019 SQ5 and have no remorse/regrets. I also own a 2011 E90 M3. More like me will follow, which in turn will grow the brand.
"Who's gonna buy this thing" .. me. I will never buy a German vehicle, not a fan of Lexus current design... I don't care about badge or prestige and I'm not going to be tracking my crossover. I do want something I can haul my family from the valley up to the ski life or the mountain reservoirs on the weekends. I want something that will be reliable as I don't lease and I buy and hold for 10 - 15 years. So the interior/exterior design needs to be solid and that 3.5TT platform is highly attractive as I hate the turbo 4 in crossovers. I was originally a fan of the RDX and awaiting the Type S RDX but that TLX Type S was such a disappointment in price/performance that I expect it will carryover into their SUVs.
I'll take the GV70 in green and give me the nice tan leather interior with those quilted leather seats. Green on tan is a great look... I don't really care for the black alcantera seats and look in the top tier package of the GV70.
@Jason King - nope what? Who are you responding to, and to what part of their comment? Or are you trolling?
@@aceofspades6667 I just test drove a green with tan interior GV70. It looks really special. Lovely drive.
RWD structure + high res touch screen with a killer overall design?
Gonna eat into RDX and NX sales fa sho.
Dude this just ended and brutally mutilated the 2022 nx.
Just had my painless year one concierge service on my 3.5t, would buy it again in a heartbeat.
This is such a great review. I own a 3.5T black Sport prestige (blue interior, red seat belts) and it's an amazing car. I know it's a minor thing but I love my red seat belts and red contrast stitching lol. This car is gorgeous inside and out and loaded with tech. They didn't show you all the tech lol!!! I use my finger print to start my car. Who needs a key when you have a GV70 lol!! I pull it out of tight spots with the park assist feature and with the app I have full remote control of my car.
The first week of driving this car I got stuck in traffic on the way to work and the car automatically started giving me a massage. A welcomed surprise. Its soo intuitive! I think the massage features kicks in after an hour of driving! Awesome!
I'm getting so much attention. 2-5 compliments per day. One couple walked from all the way up the street to look at the car. They thought it was a Bentley at first lol.
Fuel economy is my only complaint. It's not horrible but wish it was better. That's the only reason this car is 9/10 for me and not a perfect 10/10. I mostly work from home and head into the office twice a week so it's not a big deal. But I'm looking forward to great road trips in this car. The ride is soo smooth and quiet in comfort mode. This car literally reads the road and signs. Talk about tech! And gets aggressive in Sport+ when I want to show off. Best of all worlds!!! To get all this tech, style and luxury features in another car you're looking at least 80-100K. Like I tell everyone who compliments me on the car. Get it, you won't be disappointed!
The best in the segment. To me anyway. I would take this easily over Germans.
Who's gonna buy it? Intelligent people who do proper research on vehicles and who aren't consumed with a name plate. This thing has sales hit written all over it.
Nah most people look at brand in this segment
@@ramk2443 read my answer again.
You overestimate how many actually "smart" people are there. Or at least those that do a research.
Still, I believe Genesis will break through because it looks SO MUCH better in person! The more of them will get around - the more will want to buy them.
@@rosgoncharuk2403 If I've overestimated either of those things, the vehicle won't be around long. That won't be the case. I think Genesis has done enough here with what this thing offers that they'll turn heads and win over some brand snobs. This thing is a winner by practically all counts.
If you think buying Genesis isn't all about brand you don't get it. And in both directions. Buying because it's specifically NOT something else is the self conscious version of brand snobbery. The worst part of it is the vocalizing it to others. Lexus forums are full of the exact same sentiments.
I have been waiting for someone to get a review car with the matte purple paint. It is so good.
The blurring out of the speedometer while doing the test drive is a nice touch.
FYI, that IS real carbon fiber. It's a particular style of twill weave CF that I used to use back when I made custom pocket knives. That stuff is UBER expensive, I was shocked when I saw how much of it they were using, that can't be economical.
The good thing about Genesis right now is that they offer vehicles that have some color saturation.
We have this truck and I'm very impressed...super confortable, great overall suv!
Jack, kudos to you and also of course the OG SG.
Test drove it the other day. It’s plush, comfortable, quiet and classy inside... A nice place to be in. I would not call this vehicle sporty or fun to drive though. Felt alittle heavy to me.
I switched from BMW to Genesis just because of it’s value for money. I love it so far and I agree that there is still lot to do as far as brand marketing goes. But trust me this is a drop dead gorgeous amazing car
What are you thoughts on the genesis after 4 months ?
Saw one on the road. By far the best looking SUV on the market right now. It'll age very very well.
Thanks for this review
This car is for the people(mostly millennials) who want contemporary, stylish luxury’ products that companies like Lexus & Infiniti used to make before losing their brand identities when we left the 90’s.
Great looking vehicle…….inside and out 👍
Excellent commentary during the drive
Never thought Korean cars would excite me this much! As a former BMW owner, I’d prefer to drive this over anything in this segment. Interior space is very warm and inviting as a nice warm bread fresh out of the oven with butter!! Wow. We went into test drive IONIQ 5 and test drove 3.5T and what a dilemma!!! Just an amazing beauty & the beast at the same time!!
Thank you for a great review and reassuring my emotional experience!!
I am always blown away at the production quality on this channel. I can't think of anyone else who even comes close without Amazon type money.
Lol I was just happy when I had a remote key in my new car so I don’t have to open doors with a physical key every time
If you were in a cold climate, those electronic doors freeze and the key with de---icer will be your best friend
I haven’t been able to stop thinking about this an the new g70 since it came out.
Even though I’m deathly adverse to Kia/Hyundai after they screwed family members over…I’m here to support my favorite review channel! Great points guys!
I've been a German car guy since the smallest age (between VW, BMW, Audi). Yet, I would take this over anything from Germany.
New Genesis products are looking good. But like you've pointed out, I think for the brand to start capturing more sales, they need a better customer experience from a dealership standpoint. Customers used to buying luxury cars have the "luxury" experience and if you find out you have to go to the Kia/Hyundai dealership, that may be a dealbreaker for some customers in that segment.
I'm falling in love this car
Got a 2.5T prestige gv70 and loving it since day one 😁