The 2023 Genesis GV70 2.5T Advanced AWD is a premier compact luxury SUV in Canada, lauded for its "Athletic Elegance" design and for delivering more standard power and features than many of its European competitors.Â
Performance & Driving Dynamics
The GV70 provides a balanced and refined driving experience well-suited for both city commuting and highway travel.Â
Powerful Turbo Engine: The 2.5L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine produces a best-in-class 300 hp and 311 lb-ft of torque, offering significant mid-range punch.
Standard All-Wheel Drive: The standard rear-biased AWD system ensures excellent traction in Canadian weather, with the ability to send up to 100% of torque to the front wheels when needed for maximum grip.
Fuel Efficiency: According to Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), the 2.5T Advanced achieves fuel consumption ratings of 10.7 L/100 km city, 8.4 L/100 km highway, and 9.7 L/100 km combined.
Towing Utility: It offers a maximum towing capacity of 1,588 kg (3,501 lbs) when equipped with a braked trailer.Â
Advanced Trim Luxury & Features
The "Advanced" trim serves as a significant step up from the base model, adding high-end convenience and material upgrades.Â
Upgraded Interior: This trim gains genuine leather upholstery (replacing the synthetic leather of lower trims) and integrated memory settings for the driver's seat.
Enhanced Comfort: Standard features for the Advanced trim include ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, and a heated power-adjustable steering wheel.
Technology: A massive 14.5-inch HD touchscreen infotainment system with navigation is standard, along with a panoramic sunroof and a wireless device charger.
Premium Wheels: The Advanced trim upgrades to larger 19-inch alloy wheels (over the 18-inch standard wheels) for a more commanding road presence.Â
Safety & Ownership Experience
The GV70 is recognized for its industry-leading safety standards and comprehensive ownership benefits in Canada.Â
Top Safety Rating: The 2023 GV70 earned the highest Top Safety Pick+ designation from the IIHS and features a segment-first front-center airbag to protect occupants during side impacts.
Comprehensive Safety Suite: Standard tech includes adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, blind-spot collision-avoidance, and forward collision-avoidance assist with pedestrian and junction turning detection.
Genesis at Home Concierge: Owners benefit from 5 years or 100,000 km of complimentary scheduled maintenance and a valet service that picks up your vehicle for service and leaves a loaner.
Cargo Space: It offers a generous 818 litres of trunk space, which expands to 1,611 litres with the rear seats folded down.Â
