Hi, I’m Sharnelle and today we are here with Genesis Markham to have a look at the all-new
GV70 SUV.
This is the second SUV from the Genesis lineup. The world met the larger GV80 first, but the
introduction of the GV70 means that those who prefer a smaller SUV have an option that
has all the luxury and sportiness you love from the Genesis brand. The GV70 is also very
technologically advanced. One of the coolest features is the world’s first in-vehicle
fingerprint reader. This allows you to start the car without a key fob, and in the future
Genesis has explained that this fingerprint reader will allow for things like in-car payment.
I have to admit that I personally like smaller cars which is why the new G70 sedan is so
appealing to me. We’ll include a link to our walk-around video on that if you haven’t
seen it yet. Despite the fact that I have a preference for smaller cars, I really like
the GV70. It has the perfect proportions in my opinion and is a great display of what
Genesis is capable of when it comes to luxury and performance.
There are two different engine choices resulting in the 2.5T model and the 3.5T model. The
2.5T has the Select, Advanced, Advanced Plus and Prestige trims while the 3.5T model has
the Sport and Sport Plus trims. Today we’re focusing on the 2022 GV70 3.5T Sport model.
This GV70 is in Mauna Red exterior with a Sevilla Red interior matched with mesh and
leather seating. What I love about this SUV is that it has a coupe-like silhouette for
a sporty and sleek profile.
Wheel options include 18”s, 19”s, and 21”s. This is the Sport model so it does
have the 21” wheels.
In front you’ll see the Genesis Athletic Elegance design language with the Crest grille
and quad lamps. The GV70 comes standard with LEDs at the front and rear.
Moving around to the rear, you’ll find a standard power hands-free liftgate as well
as a dual exhaust system. The Sport model has circular exhausts which differ from the
standard ones.
The GV70’s smaller 2.5L turbocharged inline-four makes 300 horsepower and 311 lb.-ft. of torque.
This Sport model has the larger 3.5L twin-turbo V6 making 375 horsepower and 391 lb.-ft. of
torque.
All-wheel drive is standard and power is sent to all four wheels via an 8-speed automatic
transmission.
For improved performance and more fun behind the wheel, the GV70 has launch control as
well as an electronic limited slip differential for improved handling and grip.
Now, let’s have a look at the interior.
The sleek design continues inside the GV70 where you’ll find slim wraparound air vents
for the available 3-zone climate control. Your interior trims will really vary depending
on the model that you go for, but in this 3.5T Sport we have the Haptic Carbon Aluminum
accents. Upgrading to the Sport Plus will get you carbon fibre with a 3D pattern.
The seats are so high-quality but the materials will vary depending on the trim. This GV70
has leather seating with mesh because it’s the Sport model, but other options include
leatherette, leather, and Nappa leather seats with suede or quilting for an elegant look
and feel.
These bucket seats are 12-way adjustable with lumbar support and are heated across all trims.
Ventilated front seats and heated rear seats are standard on every trim except the Select.
The panoramic sunroof really helps to bring a lot of light into the cabin, showing off
these beautiful seating options. By the way, tinted glass on the GV70 helps to reduce heat
inside the cabin and acoustic laminated glass helps to reduce outside noise for a quieter
and more peaceful ride.
The steering wheel typically has one solid piece going across the middle, but the Sport
model offers a three-spoke steering wheel like the one you see here.
Behind the steering wheel is an 8” LCD display with analog gauges. If you upgrade to the
Sport Plus, this will be replaced with a 12.3” fully digital cluster that can change themes.
Above that is an available 12” head-up display which is quite large and will feature all
the important information you need front and centre.
Moving over to the centre stack, you’ll see a standard 14.5” HD infotainment system
with standard navigation. You can operate that using this multimedia controller. It
is so elegant and it actually has character recognition so you can handwrite on it when
in inputting a destination.
The GV70 also has wireless charging and an available 18-speaker Lexicon audio system
with Quantum Logic Surround sound.
And of course, Genesis Connected Services is a great app that allows you to create various
profiles and control car functions. When you purchase the GV70 you get a five-year subscription
to that.
So we’ve talked about performance, we’ve talked about the luxurious features… but
another area that Genesis excels in is safety.
There are plenty of standard and available safety features but here are a few notable
ones. The GV70 features the world’s first rear
occupant alert with radar sensors. This detects minute movements of a child’s chest while
they breathe, so it can detect children sleeping or pets in the cargo area. When the driver
turns the car off and opens the door, an alert will appear on the screen. If the warning
is ignored and the driver walks away after locking the car, a second alert comes up via
the car lights and the car horn, and they'll also get a text message.
The GV70 also has a segment-first centre airbag, and remote smart parking. That isn’t so
much of a safety feature as it is a convenience feature but, but it does show you just how
technologically advanced this car is.
There are more safety and convenience features we can show you when you come in for a test
drive at Genesis Markham.
We hope you enjoyed this in-depth look at the all-new GV70. It is an incredible SUV
and we are sure you're going to love it.
Book your test drive at GenesisMarkham.ca.