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2021 Genesis G70
Sedan · 2019–2027
Trims and features
What changed for 2021
- Starting prices: −$1,450 to −$450 (2 trims; hover for each)
- Trim dropped: 2.0T Sport
- Trim dropped: 3.3T Elite
- Apple CarPlay: Wired → Not listed (3.3T Sport, 3.3T Prestige, 3.3T)
- Android Auto: Wired → Not listed (3.3T Sport, 3.3T Prestige, 3.3T)
2021 G70 trims
| 2.0T | 2.0T Elite | 2.0T Prestige | 2.0T Sport M/T | 3.3T | 3.3T Prestige | 3.3T Sport | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||||||
| Starting MSRP | from $36,000 | from $40,150 | from $44,000 | — | from $46,200 | from $49,050 | from $50,350 |
| Powertrain | |||||||
| Horsepower | 252 hp | 252 hp | 252 hp | 255 hp | 365 hp | 365 hp | 365 hp |
| Torque | 260 lb-ft | 260 lb-ft | 260 lb-ft | 260 lb-ft | 376 lb-ft | 376 lb-ft | 376 lb-ft |
| Gears | 8 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Drivetrain | AWD / RWD | AWD / RWD | AWD / RWD | Rwd | AWD / RWD | AWD / RWD | AWD / RWD |
| Fuel economy (combined) | AWD: 23 mpg RWD: 25 mpg | AWD: 23 mpg RWD: 25 mpg | AWD: 23 mpg RWD: 25 mpg | 22 mpg | 20 mpg | 20 mpg | 20 mpg |
| Size and capability | |||||||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Trunk | 10.5 cu ft | 10.5 cu ft | 10.5 cu ft | 10.5 cu ft | 10.5 cu ft | 10.5 cu ft | 10.5 cu ft |
| Ground clearance | 5.1 in | 5.1 in | 5.1 in | 5.1 in | 5.1 in | 5.1 in | 5.1 in |
| Length | 184.4 in | 184.4 in | 184.4 in | 184.4 in | 184.4 in | 184.4 in | 184.4 in |
| Tech | |||||||
| Touchscreen | 8 in | 8 in | 8 in | 8 in | 8 in | 8 in | 8 in |
| Apple CarPlay | Wired | — | — | Wired | — | — | — |
| Android Auto | Wired | — | — | Wired | — | — | — |
| Digital gauge cluster | 7 in | 7 in | 7 in | 7 in | 7 in | 7 in | 7 in |
| Head-up display | — | — | Windshield HUD | — | — | Windshield HUD | Windshield HUD |
| Audio | — | Lexicon | Lexicon | Lexicon | Lexicon | Lexicon | Lexicon |
| Speakers | 6 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 |
| Wireless phone charging | — | — | Qi | — | Qi | Qi | Qi |
| Driver assistance | |||||||
| Adaptive cruise control | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go | — | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go |
| Lane keeping | Lane Keep Assist | Lane Keep Assist | Lane Keep Assist | Lane Keep Assist | Lane Keep Assist | Lane Keep Assist | Lane Keep Assist |
| Blind-spot monitoring | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert |
| Automatic emergency braking | AEB with Pedestrian Detection | AEB with Pedestrian Detection | AEB with Pedestrian Detection | AEB with Pedestrian Detection | AEB with Pedestrian Detection | AEB with Pedestrian Detection | AEB with Pedestrian Detection |
| Rear cross-traffic | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert |
| 360-degree camera | — | — | Surround View Camera | — | — | Surround View Camera | Surround View Camera |
| Parking sensors | — | Front, Rear | Front, Rear | — | Front, Rear | Front, Rear | Front, Rear |
| Comfort | |||||||
| Seats | Synthetic Leather | Leather | Leather | Synthetic Leather | Leather | Leather | Leather |
| Heated seats | — | AWD: Front RWD: — | Front, Second Row | Front | Front | Front, Second Row | Front, Second Row |
| Ventilated seats | — | — | Front | Front | Front | Front | Front |
| Climate zones | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Exterior | |||||||
| Sunroof | — | Tilt/Slide Moonroof | Tilt/Slide Moonroof | — | Tilt/Slide Moonroof | Tilt/Slide Moonroof | Tilt/Slide Moonroof |
| Wheels | 18 in | 18 in | 19 in | 19 in | 19 in | 19 in | 19 in |
Packages and options (19)
| 2.0T | 2.0T Elite | 2.0T Prestige | 2.0T Sport M/T | 3.3T | 3.3T Prestige | 3.3T Sport | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mudguards $70 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Bumper Appliqué $85 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tray $150 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| First Aid Kit $45 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Illuminated Door Scuff Plates $395 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Adriatic Blue $400 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black Forest Green $400 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Havana Red $400 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Himalayan Gray $400 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mallorca Blue $400 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Savile Silver $400 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Siberian Ice $400 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Uyuni White $400 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Vik Black $400 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| Brown | — | Optional | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | — |
| Gray | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| Sport Black with Gray Stitching | — | — | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Sport Black with Red Stitching | — | — | — | — | — | — | Optional |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem brochure, Oem brochure, Nhtsa vin decode. Still partial for this year: model, trims, powertrain, fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, options, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Apple lists CarPlay for: G70 2020–2026, G70 2024–2025 (Apple).
NHTSA crash ratings, recalls and complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | GENESIS G70 4 DR ICE RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2027 | GENESIS G70 4 DR ICE AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 | GENESIS G70 4 DR N/A AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 1 |
| 2026 | GENESIS G70 4 DR N/A RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 1 |
| 2025 | Genesis G70 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 0 | 1 |
| 2025 | Genesis G70 4 DR RWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 | Genesis G70 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 0 | 3 |
| 2024 | Genesis G70 4 DR RWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 0 | 3 |
| 2023 | Genesis G70 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 1 | 23 |
| 2023 | Genesis G70 4 DR RWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 1 | 23 |
| 2022 | Genesis G70 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 2 | 31 |
| 2022 | Genesis G70 4 DR RWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 2 | 31 |
| 2021 | Genesis G70 4 DR RWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 4 | 6 |
| 2021 | Genesis G70 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 4 | 6 |
| 2020 | Genesis G70 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 3 | 13 |
| 2020 | Genesis G70 4 DR RWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 3 | 13 |
| 2019 | Genesis G70 4 DR RWD | Not Rated | Standard | No | 5 | 62 |
| 2019 | Genesis G70 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | Standard | No | 5 | 62 |
Source: NHTSA.
EPA fuel economy (combined mpg)
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | G70 AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2027 | G70 RWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2026 | G70 AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.3 L, Turbo |
19–23 |
| 2026 | G70 RWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.3 L, Turbo |
20–24 |
| 2025 | G70 AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.3 L, Turbo |
19–23 |
| 2025 | G70 RWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.3 L, Turbo |
20–24 |
| 2024 | G70 AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2024 | G70 RWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2023 | G70 AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.3 L, Turbo |
20–23 |
| 2023 | G70 RWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.3 L, Turbo |
21–25 |
| 2022 | G70 AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.3 L, Turbo |
20–23 |
| 2022 | G70 RWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.3 L, Turbo |
21–24 |
| 2021 | G70 AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.3 L, Turbo |
20–23 |
| 2021 | G70 RWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.3 L, Turbo |
20–25 |
| 2020 | G70 AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.3 L, Turbo |
20–23 |
| 2020 | G70 RWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.3 L, Turbo |
20–25 |
| 2019 | G70 AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.3 L, Turbo |
20–23 |
| 2019 | G70 RWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.3 L, Turbo |
20–25 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.