![]() The brakes feel up to the challenge of slowing this 3,650 lb car down, although Brembo-supplied brakes with red calipers are standard on the 3.3t-equipped models. Purists will appreciate that a manual transmission is available on 2.0T RWD models but shifts from the 8-speed automatic are as smooth as they are instantaneous. The 2.0T engine is snappy and responsive with a throaty soundtrack. Moves Like Jaggerįrom the driver’s seat, the G70 felt much sportier and fun to drive than I was expecting. Although these packages seem to justify their cost, I can’t help but wonder if there is a better bargain out there than a bare-bones G70. The biggest gripe I had about the Genesis G70 is that this package structure can add more than $10,000 to the base price. Unlike many of its competitors, Genesis groups options into distinct packages instead of making them a la carte. Including the all-wheel-drive system adds another $2,000. The Sport Package ($1,000) includes sportier 19-inch alloys wrapped in Michelin rubber, copper-colored headlight trim, dark tints on the taillights and chrome trim, alloy pedal covers, and special diamond quilting on the seats. The Dynamic Package ($1,000) swaps the standard 18-inch wheels for some 19-inch alloys with Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S summer tires. The Prestige Package ($3,000) comes with a head-up display and surround-view camera system, Nappa leather seats, heated rear seats, adjustable lumbar support and a wireless charging pad for your phone. The Elite Package ($5,000) includes features like LED headlights, GPS navigation, heated and ventilated leather seats, and a 15-speaker Lexicon audio system. That is fully-loaded for the 2.0T motor and features all four available packages (Elite, Prestige, Dynamic, and Sport). Options, Options, OptionsĪs equipped, the G70 AWD 2.0T Sport that I drove carried an MSRP of $48,090. That’s a proper sports sedan, right there. While 0-60 MPH in 6.5 seconds is reasonably quick, the 3.3T rips to 60 MPH a full 2 seconds faster. The example I drove came with the 2.0-liter engine and it felt plenty fast without the extra 113 hp that the V6 makes. The base 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder produces 252 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque, while the available 3.3-liter turbocharged V6 puts out a healthy 365 hp and 376 lb-ft of torque. All-wheel-drive is also available for those who want slightly better all-weather traction. Unlike all of its non-European competitors though, the Genesis starts off as a rear-wheel-drive sedan. ![]() With a starting price of $34,900 ($35,895 after destination fees), the G70 compares favorably to its small luxury sedan rivals. ![]() Meanwhile, Genesis has embraced their all-sedan lineup by adding its smallest and most affordable sedan yet to the lineup. Sedan sales have been declining in popularity for years while most shoppers switch to crossovers and SUVs. If you’re short on time, you might’ve noticed that I cut right to the chase with the Genesis G70 AWD 2.0T Sport in the headline. Normally, you’re supposed to read all the way to the end of a car review to find out if the car is any good. ![]()
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