HIGHS: Upscale cabin, punchy electric powertrain, looks more expensive than it is.
LOWS: Less driving range than key rivals, brake pedal feel is inconsistent.
VERDICT: The Electrified GV70 has all the goodness of the regular GV70, making the switch to electric power a little easier, but its driving range has fallen behind newer rivals.
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| EPA Est. Range | 250 Miles |
| Seating | 5 Seats |
| Powertrain | Electric |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
| Limited Warranty | 5 Years / 60,000 Miles |
Overview
Once one of our favorite luxury electric vehicles, the Genesis Electrified GV70 has fallen behind newer rivals that offer more tech and a longer driving range. All models are all-wheel drive thanks to a dual-motor electric powertrain with 483 horsepower. Acceleration is brisk; the Electrified GV70 hit 60 mph in 3.8 seconds at our test track.
Inside, Genesis’s usual array of premium materials and good fit and finish is on display, just as it is in the gas-powered GV70. A large 27.0-inch touchscreen stretches across much of the dashboard and features wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. If you can accept a shorter driving range than EV rivals from BMW, Cadillac, and Volvo, the Genesis is a stylish and luxurious choice. If not, there are plenty of alternatives.
Expert Tip: Rumor has it a GV70 with an extended-range electric powertrain is coming to market in the next year. EREV powertrains operate like full EVs but come with an onboard gasoline engine that kicks on to replenish the battery en route to extend the overall driving range.
What’s New for 2027?
With the competition pulling ahead, Genesis saw fit to drop the Electrified GV70’s base price by over $5,000 this year, but in the process, it loses its standard panoramic sunroof. The sunroof remains available by upgrading to the Advanced or Prestige trim, both of which have also received price reductions.
EV Motor, Power, and Performance
- EV Motors: 483-hp dual motor
- Drivetrain: All-wheel drive
All-wheel drive is standard on the Electrified GV70, and it uses two motors — one on each axle — to achieve its combined 483-hp rating. Like its gas-powered sibling, the Electrified GV70 feels light on its feet in corners and offers a comfortable ride. The primary complaint with the Electrified’s road manners is its odd brake-pedal feel, which isn’t consistent through its travel from regenerative braking to the point where friction braking begins.
0–60 MPH
- C/D 60-mph Test: 3.8 seconds
The Electrified GV70 hit 60 mph in just 3.8 seconds at our test track, making it the quickest version of Genesis’s compact SUV. That level of performance puts it firmly in the mix with other high-powered luxury electric SUVs, even as the competition has grown more capable on the range front.
