90 million won is fatal! Rides and luxury are top-notch..Genesis GV70 Electricity
Mar 13, 2025
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The Genesis subcompact SUV partially changed Electrified GV70 test drive. In the second half of last year, the GV70 partially changed came out from the internal combustion engine model, and the electric version was added in January this year.
GV70, which first appeared in 2020, is a representative model responsible for the core of Genesis brand sales with its attractive design. It is also the best-selling Genesis vehicle in the United States. GV70 is also very popular in Korea. Last year, 34,000 internal combustion engine models were sold.
The problem is the electric GV70. It's only over 400 units. The number is less than 2% of the total sales of GV70. It is less advantageous as an electric car and more than 20 million won more expensive than the 3.5 turbo internal combustion engine model. Due to the high price, it is not easy to put it in the shopping basket. Overall, sales of Genesis electric vehicles are sluggish. It is a model that has fallen into a slump in sales along with the GV60.
Partial change Electrified GV70 is a four-wheel drive full option. Populer package, panoramic sunroof, built-in cam, driving assistance II, convention package, Bang & Olufsen sound package, and outdoor package cost a whopping 94.86 million won.
Even if you apply 3.5% of opening tax by receiving eco-friendly car benefits, it is 9.06 million won. If you receive subsidies for electric vehicles, it will fall to 87 million won. Relatively, the GV70 3.5 Turbo AWD full option is 65.65 million won. Even if an additional sports package of 3.35 million won is added, it does not exceed 70 million won.
Even if you compare full options, electric cars are 20 million won more expensive.In a good way, the GV70 electric model does not show that it is an electric car. I didn't give up the design for aeronautical performance. Rather than increasing the mileage by 10 kilometers, the focus was on increasing the design completeness by 10 percent.
Both inside and outside embodied Genesis's unique sophisticated and luxurious image.Design has the same exclamation. Electrified GV70 also has an elegant appearance that catches the eye. Genesis Signature Quad Lamp with Micro Lens Array (MLA) and two-line Crest Grill stand out.
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aspect has changed little. The delicate line and balanced ratio are also impressive. Instead, the newly changed 20-inch wheel design is attractive. While saving five spokes, the future-oriented design like an electric car has been brought to life. It's the same as the GV60 facelift wheel design that came out recently.
The rear is the peak of the design. With a strong front impression and a sleek silhouette reminiscent of a coupe, the rear adds GV7's unique charm. It has been improved by integrating the turn signal, which was located on the lower rear bumper and complained about, with the upper rear lamp. This is a part that I want to praise as actively reflecting the complaints of existing customers.
The interior shows the essence of luxury. It stands out with its high-quality materials and sophisticated finish. The comfortable ergo motion seat in the first row minimizes fatigue even when driving long distances. The biggest changes in facelift are the 27-inch digital cluster and infotainment system that led to one. Equipped with the latest technology, it doubles the joy of driving.
By applying ANC-R, a noise suppression technology, and double-junction sound insulation glass, external noise, including wind noise, was also clearly reduced. In particular, ambient light and luxurious leather seats connected to door panels and handles create a unique atmosphere of Genesis.
The operation of various buttons and dials of the central console is also excellent. All buttons and switches are intuitively arranged so that the driver can easily operate them. Instead, even though it is an electric car, there is quite a lack of loading space.
The center console is the same as the internal combustion engine model. It's very small. The passenger's glove box is also too small to be utilized. It shows limitations in indoor spaces, not platforms dedicated to electric vehicles.
The seats in the second row are still narrow. When a 178-cm-tall reporter sat comfortably, there was not enough legroom. It is certainly a luxury brand advantage to have a controller that allows you to freely adjust the air conditioner in the back seat.
Trunk is also very narrow. The capacity is 503L, which is smaller than the 542L of the internal combustion engine model. I lost money in space when I deployed electric motors and batteries. In other words, it failed to take advantage of the ample load space of electric SUVs.
Going on a full-fledged test drive. The GV70 electrification model only sells AWD single trim with one electric motor combined at the front and back, respectively. It exerts a maximum power of 482 horsepower and a maximum torque of 71.4 kg.m when using the boost.
In addition to basic driving modes such as eco, comfort, sports, and indie visuals, e-terrain modes have also been prepared. It is a function that controls the output and driving of an electric motor. The driving force can be allocated to the first 100, the second 0, the first 0, and the second 100. There are three types of roads: snow, sand, and mud.Battery capacity slightly increased from 77.4 kWh to 84 kWh, the same as Hyundai Motor Group's new exclusive electric vehicle.
The ride and acceleration are excellent. The AWD system enables stable driving under various road conditions. In particular, pressing the boost button mounted on the steering wheel rather than in the sports mode provides a dynamic driving experience beyond sports cars for about 10 seconds.
The preview electronically controlled suspension system also gently absorbs the curves of the road to increase the ride comfort. Driving performance is not inferior to other luxury brand competition models.The 360-degree around view system is convenient because you can check the surroundings at a glance when parking.
The most regrettable part of driving is the battlefield. Based on 20-inch wheels, the official total cost is only 4.2 km/kWh. With boost mode, the mileage drops drastically. Even though it is a subcompact, the limit due to its heavy weight, which is close to 2.3 tons, is evident.
The driver's ergo motion seat also has a massage function. The massage function, which works by pressing the round button on the outside of the seat, allows you to drive comfortably and comfortably. This time, it's an audio test. The Bang & Olufsen system has a three-dimensional effect and provides volume that properly brings out the base.
The ride is somewhat soft to fit the domestic road, but it feels tight. Despite the heavy weight, there is no shortage of handling. The rear end falters and even shows the movement of the body.
Some oversteer tendencies appear, but electronic equipment quickly intervenes to correct posture. The ride comfort is also not hard and transmits the condition of the road to the driver's seat.
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Overall, the Genesis Electrified GV70 partial change actively reflected consumer complaints and properly fixed the shortcomings. It reinforced the details while maintaining the existing elegant design. As the battery was placed on the bottom and weighed nearly 2.3 tons, the ride comfort rose to an art level.
In addition, it was difficult to find complaints except for the price of the second-row flattening considering quiet quietness, luxurious interior, color, and car camping, and the sleeping function using ergomotion sheets unique to electric vehicles.
The certified mileage of 423km, which is 23km longer than the existing model, is also good.However, the low cost and, above all, the actual purchase price of nearly 90 million won are powerful factors that make the car less attractive.
One line review
Advantage: I'm not envious of the flagship sedan as much as it's comfortable..It's really quiet and gentle
Disadvantages: High price and lack of load space to forget all the advantages at once
Editor Kim Tae-jin, tj.kim@carguy.kr
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
