Genesis Electrified GV70

The Electrified GV70 takes the mid-size GV70 body and swaps the engine for two motors and an 84.0 kWh battery from SK On. It suits buyers who want a luxury mid-size SUV with strong acceleration on demand. In the UK it is quoted at up to 298 miles (about 479 km) on the WLTP cycle.

Performance

A dual-motor all-wheel-drive layout gives up to 360 kW and 700 Nm in Boost Mode, and a 0 to 100 km/h time of 4.4 seconds. A front disconnect system moves between two and four driven wheels to reduce power loss when cruising. Virtual Gear Shift adds a shift feel and sound to the drive modes, Terrain Mode picks a drive setting for the road surface, and Active Noise Control-Road cancels road noise inside the cabin.

Range and charging

Under 2024 Korean certification, with 19 inch tyres, the combined range is 400 to 423 km, or 448 km in the city and 373 km on the highway. A 350 kW charger takes the battery from 10 to 80 percent in 19 minutes, enough for more than 300 km of range, and the UK car has a peak of 257 kW in optimal conditions. The charge port is behind the crest grille under a power-operated door with an internal heater against icing. An outdoor Vehicle-to-Load connector supplying 220V comes with the Convenience Package, and a trunk outlet is also fitted.

Cabin and size

The cabin has Nappa leather seats, ambient lighting and a 27 inch OLED infotainment display. Genesis Digital Key 2 works from an iPhone, an Apple Watch or an Android phone. The car is 4,715 mm long and 1,910 mm wide on a 2,875 mm wheelbase, and rides on 20 inch EV-specific wheels.

Safety and price

Euro NCAP rated the GV70 five stars in 2021. UK cars add Smart Cruise Control with Machine Learning, Remote Smart Parking Assist, a Surround View Monitor and a Blind-Spot View Monitor. Some features depend on the packages you choose. The UK price starts at £65,915 on the road.

Key facts

• Range: up to 298 miles (WLTP, UK)
• Battery: 84.0 kWh
• Charging: 10 to 80 percent in 19 minutes (350 kW charger)
• Peak power: 360 kW (Boost Mode)
• Safety: Euro NCAP, 5 stars (2021)
• UK price from: £65,915 (on the road)