Genesis G70 first generation

Genesis G70 first generation
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The Genesis G70 first generation (since 2019): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 25 versions in the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada.

Model codes: IK

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,685 mm ASTRA4,670 mm TC–
Width1,850 mm ASTRA1,850 mm TC–
Height1,400 mm ASTRA1,400 mm TC–
Wheelbase2,835 mm ASTRA2,840 mm TC–
Front track1,592–1,596 mm ASTRA1,590 mm TC–
Rear track1,604–1,632 mm ASTRA1,590 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight–1,666–1,775 kg TC–
Mass in running order1,675–1,978 kg ASTRA––
Gross vehicle weight2,140–2,335 kg ASTRA––
Towing, braked trailer1,500 kg ASTRA––
Towing, unbraked trailer750 kg ASTRA––
Seats and space
Seats5 ASTRA––
Luggage space (EPA)–283 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)–2,662 L EPA–
Fuel tank––60 L
Performance
Top speed218–240 km/h ASTRA–218–235 km/h
Torque353–440 Nm ASTRA–353–510 Nm

Tyre sizes (most common first): 225/40R19, 225/45R18, 255/35R19, 225/50R17

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, US EPA fuel economy data, Wikipedia. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

143 complaints for model years 2019–2026. 12 crashes · 3 fires · 2 injuries

  • Fuel system 38
  • Engine 36
  • Electrical system 26

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 25 versions of the Genesis G70 first generation

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United Kingdom 14 versions

New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.

Years and versionEnginePowerFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2023–2026Premium 2.0T RWD2.0 L145 kW (197 PS)Petrol8-speed automatic8.9–9.0 L/100 km WLTP194–201 g/km
2023–2026Luxury 2.0T RWD · Sport 2.0T RWD2.0 L180 kW (245 PS)Petrol8-speed automatic8.9–9.0 L/100 km WLTP194–201 g/km
2023–2026Luxury 2.2D RWD · Premium 2.2D RWD · Sport 2.2D RWD2.2 L147 kW (200 PS)Diesel8-speed automatic6.8–7.1 L/100 km WLTP178–180 g/km
2024Premium 2.0T RWD2.0 L197 kW (268 PS)Petrol8-speed automatic8.9–9.0 L/100 km WLTP194–201 g/km
2024Luxury 2.0T RWD · Sport 2.0T RWD2.0 L245 kW (333 PS)Petrol8-speed automatic8.9–9.0 L/100 km WLTP194–201 g/km
2024Luxury 2.2D RWD · Premium 2.2D RWD · Sport 2.2D RWD2.2 L200 kW (272 PS)Diesel8-speed automatic6.8–7.1 L/100 km WLTP178–180 g/km
2021–2022Premium Line 2.0T RWD2.0 L145 kW (197 PS)Petrol8-speed automatic8.0 L/100 km WLTP182 g/km
2021–2022Luxury Line 2.0T RWD2.0 L180 kW (245 PS)Petrol8-speed automatic8.0 L/100 km WLTP182 g/km
2021–2022Sport Line 2.0T RWD · Luxury Line 2.0T RWD2.0 L180 kW (245 PS)Petrol8-speed automatic8.5 L/100 km WLTP193 g/km
2022Sport Line 2.0T RWD2.0 L180 kW (245 PS)Petrol8-speed automatic8.7 L/100 km WLTP199 g/km
2021–2022Luxury Line 2.2D RWD · Premium Line 2.2D RWD2.2 L147 kW (200 PS)Diesel8-speed automatic6.3 L/100 km WLTP166 g/km
2021–2022Sport Line 2.2D RWD2.2 L147 kW (200 PS)Diesel8-speed automatic6.5–6.9 L/100 km WLTP171–180 g/km
2022Luxury Line 2.2D RWD2.2 L147 kW (200 PS)Diesel8-speed automatic6.7 L/100 km WLTP175 g/km
2022Premium Line 2.2D RWD2.2 L147 kW (200 PS)Diesel8-speed automatic6.8 L/100 km WLTP177 g/km

United States 7 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2024–2027SIDI & PFI2.5 LPetrol8-speed automaticAll-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA239 g/km
2024–2027SIDI & PFI2.5 LPetrol8-speed automaticRear-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA232 g/km
2019–2026SIDI3.3 LPetrol8-speed automaticAll-wheel drive19–20 MPG (11.8–12.4 L/100 km) EPA273–290 g/km
2019–2026SIDI3.3 LPetrol8-speed automaticRear-wheel drive20–21 MPG (11.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA269–279 g/km
2019–2023SIDI2.0 LPetrol8-speed automaticRear-wheel drive24–25 MPG (9.4–9.8 L/100 km) EPA222–228 g/km
2019–2023SIDI2.0 LPetrol8-speed automaticAll-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA237–244 g/km
2019–2021SIDI2.0 LPetrol6-speed manualRear-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA255 g/km

Canada 4 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2024–2026Compact2.5 LPetrol8-speed automatic10.2 L/100 km 5-cycle239 g/km
2019–2026Compact3.3 LPetrol8-speed automatic11.5–12.7 L/100 km 5-cycle273–298 g/km
2019–2023Compact2.0 LPetrol8-speed automatic10.0–10.3 L/100 km 5-cycle236–241 g/km
2019–2021Compact2.0 LPetrol6-speed manual10.9 L/100 km 5-cycle255 g/km

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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.