I could Listen to Alex Speak all day. This man is so informative, and intelligent. He puts his words in such a way that make others look like beginners. I think you missed your calling Alex. You could of been on a Radio Show, or Television show. I know you must love what you do and we love you for doing it. My VERY FAVORITE UA-camR by Far!
Is it me or does it seem that Doug has view numbers that seem fake and computer generated. Over half a million views for a Dodge Truck. Something smells fake to me. He just is not that entertaining and rather stupid telling us nonsense
Love my g70 (in Canada). Those who says you could get a German 3 for the same 50k, you are not going to get the same options for your 50k from the Germans. I priced out a Merc C43 with the same options (I had to pay extra for the paint, brembo, adaptive suspension, HUB, safety tech...Etc.), it came out to be $15k Canadian more than the g70 sport. It was a very easy decision for me. Oh I forgot to mention that 5 year maintenance is included in the price. Plus, it feels good when you don't see the same car on the road often. I have only ran into another g70 twice, in a month, in Vancouver BC Canada.
trilingualkid The taxi's are not AMG, just the base models. If MB is so reliable then they should offer a comparable warranty. The other JDM can offer shorter warranties because they're trusted and proven to be dependable. This is not the case with any Euro auto manufacturer.
MrPunch09 because an AMG is not tune for taxi drivers...their big v8 and not as comfortable as regular models, plus they cost twice the original car. Reliable or not, AMG has proven that over the year, there are people still buying the old E55 AMG and produce amazing power with a simple pulley upgrades, there are also 300k miles E55 out there. Longer warranty does not mean it's a reliable product, longer warranty just mean its more attractive to customers to go to, it's a marketing gimmick, in which you fallen for, but hey whatever works.
My Hyundai has been very solid and reliable past 8 years too. One tiny issue with a temp sensor but that was fixed quickly under warranty. It's been cheap to maintain and insure. I'm looking to buy a new car very soon. This is currently on the top of my list. I've driven the Kia Stinger which I was pretty impressed but the weird packaging sort of turned me away and wanted to see the G70 before making the final decision.
I feel the exact same as you both. I have a 2011 base Elantra. Best car we’ve ever had in the family as far as dependability and overall satisfaction is concerned. I plan on getting a new car towards the end of next year. It’s either going to be a Hyundai, Kia, or Genesis and I can’t wait.
I have been a Hyundai vehicle owner since 2006 with a sonata, then a 2011 Tucson, then a 2012 Genesis 5.0 R-Spec, and now a 2017 Santa Fe. I own the last 2 mentioned and I will continue to buy Hyundai's. But my favorite is the Genesis 5.0 R-Spec. A whopping 429 hp. Really gets up and goes. All in all, none of my Hyundai' s have never seen the dealer for anything. Hyundai has really come from a long way from what they were in the past, mid 80's with their Hyundai Excel. Hyundai is the way to go.
This is the real steal for Genesis! This car is every bit as good, or better, than it's competition, but at a more reasonable price. Someone shopping in the $100K range is almost certain to be a badge snob, and likely wouldn't consider a Genesis. However, in this class, the G70 may just be able to change people's minds. This car does top out, fully loaded at about $52K US here in Korea. It's a great car at a great price.
This car is definitely at the top of my list when my lease is up for my IS 300, mainly because of the value. I also rented a G80 through Turo, so I've seen that Genesis can build a good luxury car.
ARentz07 yeah. I wish I could afford this car, it really is nice. Currently have a 08 accord 4 cylinder. It gets the job done and is reliable, that's what I like about it. Otherwise is just bland
I mean, in the 100k range you can get a C63s/m4/lc500/etc, all of which i would say is much better than a g70 3.3t. But you're right, in this class segment it would certainly make a more compelling argument against getting a near base 330i or c300.
I’ve had my 2011 Sonata for 3 yrs now problem free. And I bought it used but I’ve only had to change the oil, washer fluid and add gas. These cars are a solid buy. I can’t afford a Genesis just yet though. Lol
Your sir are a smart consumer. I bought my 2012 Sonata sport edition from my dad almost 2 years ago. It’s had very few issues since he owned it and none since i have owned it. I love it, and I’m heavily considering buying the G70 on the next year.
Alex I love this review by you! Nailed it! Love this vehicle! You get Lincoln Black Label service for free, BMW driving feel, class leading power, RWD, and great tech. I'd take this over all the competition. 2L turbo,with manual transmission and LSD would be my choice.
Hey ALEX, Another AWESOME Video- TY TY TY !!!! I just had the 3.3TT version for 2.5 days and the sun was shining with ZERO rain. I live in Vancouver & am a car guy. Here are the 3 negatives: (a) The back seat doesn't accommodate anyone over 5'9" for a journey lasting over 30 minutes. (b) The long term reliability and trade-in value is a HUGE question mark (c) the vectoring is brake applied to the inside wheel- Lots of grabbing going on during spirited driving. Now, onto the Positives - EVERYTHING ELSE!! This handles like a go cart (it is a Compact car) the steering wheel feels right, the turning radius is one of the best, It has 5 ride selections, the tech is in abundance, the seats can be sporty or comfy, that engine - torque & HP is ample (4.7 seconds from 0-60), the sight-lines are excellent, HUD displays whats needed, the adaptive cruise works really well, the 15 speaker Lexicon sound system is very good. I can go on and on. The summary is this- If you want a Value filled 4 door vehicle that looks great, has an AWESOME interior, is quick & fast when u want it to be, has the latest tech and your mother-in-law will like it too b/c in comfort mode it drives very smoothly then this is a big contender vs the Germans, Japanese and maybe Cadillac. Its an all in price for the 3.3TT V-6 of $57,500 Cdn. Book a test drive and see for yourself. Excellent compact 4 door sedan and if u enjoy assertive driving try the 3.3TT. Too much fun!! Also, the personal touch and customer service is a huge marketing advantage for them. Cheers from Vancouver, Canada!!
Thank you for testing the 0~60 acceleration without using the launch control! It's much closer to real-life usage, because people don't use launch control from every stop!
Talal Abdulaziz - Yeah I know it did 4.27 sec 0-100 kph which equates to around 4.17~ 4.2 sec 0-60 mph. That is possible on a good weather, driver needs to stay under 160 lbs, and less optioned G70. Those panoramic sunroof crap weigh too much. Take out the spare tire and an owners manual and you are in for very low 4s...
Choosing between a mercedes C-class and a Genesis 70 reminds me a lot of the evergoing debate on an iphone 10 against a samsung s9. One is considered overpriced and the other simply ticks all the right boxes
The S9 definately doesn't tick "all the right boxes"... it simply ticks more boxes than the iPhone, but to many, the iPhone tick more of the boxes they find important. Whereas, the Genesis basically ticks most of the right boxes that the C-Class does, and more. Totally different comparison.
This thorough and keen-eyed review confirms why Alex is the best in the business. He delivers the information you're looking for without the lazy brand biased approach that many reviewers tend to gravitate to. A real automotive presentation professional!
BigHeadClan that's essentially what I mean. I don't mean it in the sense that it shares a large similarity to the g37 but as in this is what the next gen should have been back when the G became the Q
Thank you for your review, Alex. I always enjoy your reveiws... Certainly this car is a one beat. Better looking, quality and price than most of Japanese luxury cars.. I've owned only Japanese luxury cars in the past but this changes everything now. I just ordered g70 3.0T and waiting for the delivery.. Thanks to your review!!!
inveer1......That price also includes the first 3 years of scheduled maintenance free/no charge, correct? (and I am assuming "after tax and everything", means that you are including the prov. gov't sales tax portion?)
i remember when people used to say that koreans dont know how to make cars and their vehicles are not worth the money , well time has defiantly changed
Ricky Holmes You’re correct. If auto manufacturers only hired native talent, the auto market would probably be vastly different. And not in a good way. Koreans are a hot commodity in the auto design/engineering world. Most people are too ignorant to know any better. I really like this car. It is very well rounded and does everything well. Just like a good woman. And to top it off, it even looks good. www.google.com/amp/s/mobile.reuters.com/article/amp/idUSBRE9AH12820131118
Great test and really good car! Beauty and quick. I hope I will can buy it in Europe too, cause I'm living in Poland. I have had 2012 BMW 550i xDrive, and I sold it last year. It was very nice driving car, but had lot of problems - many parts was changed, and often visited BMW service. I don't want next BMW. This G70 is my favourite!!!! Because I need solid benzin motor V6, AWD and 8 speed automatic transmission. All those things has this car.
I have a 2015 Hyundai Genesis 3.8 sedan and I was convinced to get one of this Genesis G70. Good job Alex on a very intuitive review. You're the man! Kudos to Alex on Autos~
I have a lexus lc500 and it is $100k vehicle. But it doesnt even have apple carplay or android. I was very disappointed but decided to go with it just because i loved design of it. G70 will be my next toy. I like it more than kia stinger.
Dude buys a premium Lexus sportscar, and is disappointed about his shitty smartphone connectivity. There is only two possibilities : 1) you are a butthurt entitled ass 2) you are lying Show us pictures of your own LC. Please, have the newspaper of today in the frame.
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The only people that complain about a lack of car play and android auto are those that never used it before. Only a few apps are used anyway. Not that big a deal where it should determine whether or not you buy a car worth tens of thousands of dollars you really want. Guess people never heard of Bluetooth before.
Best review professional I have experienced. I have the Genesis 2015 5.0 Ultimate, and love it, but as long as the G 70 has the power side bolster seat, and other features of the Genesis 2015 5.0 Ultimate, I look forward to the smaller size with great performance. Again, great review by AA.
Alex thanks for this review. Been waiting for it. What a beautiful location! Hyundai and Kia are killing it right now. So excited to see this and the stinger. More excited this comes with a manual. Now they just need to bring these into the states in numbers. Went to a Hyundai/Genesis dealer 2 weeks ago and they still don’t know When they’ll get any in stock.
Maaaaaaan they're gonna be on cue with the badge snobbery. Great review as usual Alex!!! I am indeed impressed by Genesis and all that they've accomplished and seek to accomplish. I remember test driving the original Hyundai Genesis and was blown away by the materials quality and engineering. They've indeed come a very long way. And thank you Genesis for putting actual mufflers out the back along with that functional underbody aero treatment. I do wish that side vent treatment was functional though. Why put anything real-looking but not real-functioning on a car at this price point? Good overall packaging though Genesis.
Mario Whyte I believe all the vents are functional. From the front side curtain vents, the side fender vents, to the rear valence diffuser vents. Well designed, built, and tuned car. Genesis/Hyundai/Kia just did a podium sweep of J D Powers rankings. Possibly a first ever for a car maker. I don’t think Toyota/Lexus/scion, vw/Porsche/Audi, etc ever performed a podium sweep. Good job!
The Genesis lineup isn't selling well because (1) the Genesis brand is new, (2) the Genesis brand is focusing on sedans in an SUV market - and as long as they execute well, sales will shoot up when they release an SUV, and - unrelated to my point - (3) it's simply undeniable that Genesis makes fantastic vehicles.
I am super impressed with this Genesis. If I were interested in buying from this category, I'd probably get the G70. There's so much about it I like. SPARE TIRE standard = Love
Had the G70 been available in the US a few months back when I was in the market I would have considered it seriously. I did consider the Stinger and was suitably impressed. I'd had very good experiences with two Sorentos and found the Stinger's performance, driving dynamics, interior layout, and practicality to be very appealing. The warranty coverage and expected reliability and durability were pluses, as well. In the end, though, the Stinger was simply bigger than what I was looking for. It's a GT in the classic mold and I was looking for something smaller that didn't look quite so much like a cigarette boat. The G70 seems to have just about all of the pluses of the Stinger and many of the same components/features in a more compact size. Very appealing. Only one minor complaint from what I've seen. Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis all seem to think that quilted upholstery conveys luxury. Unfortunately, it reminds me of the furniture in my grandmother's living room. Others may differ, especially if their grandparents have/had different taste.
G70 looks better than the Audi, BMW and Lexus. But look just as good as the Mercedes. Its clearly the better buy. Put a Mercedes logo on it and everyone would say its the best design in its class
Yes its a better buy, but buyers with similar budget would buy a Mercedes, BMW, Audi or Lexus. In the luxury sedan market, things are not as simple as Apple to Apple comparison. People wants to drive European Luxurious Vehicle. Its a Korean made car after all.
I love Genesis. Leased the 2016 Hyundai Genesis 3.8 luxury package and 2 years later I traded it in for a 2018 genesis g80 sport. I’m on-board for everything they stand for. I’m to genesis what Lexus owners are to that brand.
Test drove the G70 twin turbo today 3.3 it was fantastic fast very fast. My car I have now is a Lexus IS AWD I luv it . But the G70 is worth the 58 thousand here in Toronto I could not get a Lexus with the options the G70 at all for $58,000 great car the G70 can't wait to get mine next year!!!!
Have driven many luxury vehicles, and have to say, my G80 takes the cake...very nice ride, interior feel and value for the money. The only, only thing that I don't like is the Hyundai dealership experience. They have to get to a point where they either do their own thing or do some serious quality audits on dealerships asap! Even with that being said, I'm looking forward to seeing the G70 do well in the market.
3.3 sport here. Little tip, sport trims have black headliners. Only other models to have black headliners that aren't sport is any with the brown leather interior. idk why i care about it so much but black headliners look so much more cleaner.
Here in Australia, badge snobs abound in the cities. However, I was recently I was 'out in the bush' (ie. before the sealed roads become bush tracks), & noted significantly less badge snobbery where farmers tend to value reliability over status. We don't ever get snow in any towns or country except in good years in the SE corner where The Great Divide rises to a paltry 7 300feet with a few ski resorts. Anyway, motorists don't know what a 'snow-tyre' or all weather tyre is because we're snow free. heat is the main enemy of cars. Enjoy your thorough work.
Great review, great looking car. Wife currently owns an ATS and this car looks better in every way. Granted it won't have the edgy styling or the brand cache of a c-series or 3 series, but it looks really solid. Lexus to me is just puzzling, their infotainment is so bad it just makes them impossible for me to consider and I'd be a potential RX 350 buyer.
I was looking at the Infiniti but this car make a compelling argument for it's consideration. It's value packed features and handling dynamics as well as pricing makes it hard not to take serious because I'm perhaps one of a minority of individuals who really don't care about brand image and instead look more for value in my purchase. Thanks for the great review as always Alex.
Literally every video review has showed that this car is excellent and can be a better driving machine than the germans and almost match them on luxury while being 10-20G's less but there are still so many haters. Personally i cant wait to buy one for myself.
Another great review...I test drove the G80 and came very close to buying it. I would choose the g70 over the anything. However, resale values for the Genesis brand is at a point you really need to buy used.
I drive an LS 460, I feel that Genesis is a new brand and has to prove itself. Lexus IS one of the most trusted and dependable vehicles on the planet. It has done all that it needs to!
My brother has an LS 460 and i love it. I have 08 Infiniti M35 and 05 G35 coupe and they're both well over 350K miles combined with very very minimum maintenance done. Still got power like the day i bought them and same goes for my brother's LS. I feel like the LS and the M will still be running after 10 years while these modern cars will be in the auto recycling places.
Ricky Holmes: "don't put infiniti reliability with Lexus?" Just in between my family, we've owned 2 Infiniti's (mine), 2 Lexus, 93 Toyota Previa, BMW 540i, 2005 Acura TL, 00 Accord, and a Tahoe in the last 30 years. My G35 and M35 have been on par in reliability with Toyota Previa which we sold in 2009 with over 380,000 miles and more reliable than other cars. Ironically, the transmission went out on the TL in 2010 and my brother's LS has had an alternator, water pump, and widow motor replaced x2 recently. Still a good car though. I've yet to, other than regular maintenance, spend a lot on my Infiniti's which are both pushing 150,000k + miles each. You may just had a bad experience or a hater.
Ricky Holmes Consumer reports rates Infiniti higher than Acura and Honda for reliability in 2018. Infiniti is ranked 8th. Not as reliable as they used to be but still reliable nonetheless.
Alex I love you and your reviews, but I hate when people say a car “drives like a BMW 3 Series”. Can we just say the Genesis drives good and not feel compelled to make some old BMW reference. The segment has moved on. BMW is no longer the holy grail of driving. I have no doubt this G70 drives *better* than a 3 Series bc BMW has sucked lately. Even Lexus caught them a half decade ago with the launch of the current but older IS and GS cars.
I do not see a problem with 3 series reference. 3 series is still a benchmark vehicle in this segment so it is natural to compare any vehicle in this segment with 3 series. But as you said, 3 series is getting old..
They just refreshed the design for 2022. No doubt my next car unless I can fit a mountain bike in the back of a Kia Stinger, then I would seriously consider that
Been waiting for this review for what seems like ages....the ride quality without adaptive was very surprising. I hope this is a winner for Genesis. Fuel economy is a bogey for the 3.3 but not really a surprise.
I welcome the competition! Hopefully Lexus responds with a brand new IS with a turbo 6! The interior of this car is very close to a Lexus in terms of fit and finish. Nice work Hyundai/Genesis!
Great review! But isn't it weird that the 2.0 G70 model has a slower 0 to 60 timing as compared to the Stinger 2.0 7.4 vs 5.9 even though the Stinger is way heavier?
Spot on analysis and comparisons. You haven’t mentioned anything about depreciation or lease residual values though. Lexus does well there. My personal preference to replace my older 335i would be the c43, 340i, S4 and then this G70. Also, in the lower trim levels, I found the base Giulia steering to be numb and would take the 330i any day over the base Giulia.
EneEky q60rs owner, not as good as the stinger, and this is far better. I'd take the g70 all day long over my car. Only way my car is better is looks but that's because it's a coupe. Honestly even liked the engine note better in the stinger/G70 after an exhaust over my car.
The Q50/Q60 doesn't have a CVT. Infinitis are fun to drive, but the Kia Stinger GT and Genesis G70 make them obsolete and irrelevant. This coming from a G37x owner.
Wedow that's a good car though! I like what you have, coupe looks good and its dang fast. I agree with the sound though. I miss the old 3.7L noise in the IPL g37
I see Genesis doing better with German car buyers than anything from Acura/Lexus/Infiniti. Mind you Acura super handling AWD is amazing from looking at the reviews.
Alex ..... I left BMW four years ago due to terrible assembly, reliability, and maintenance issues .... and the third time my BMW left me stranded on the freeway was enough for me. Bought the 2015 G80 equivalent and quality and reliability has been more than impressive. Your question on which I would choose in the class is moot .... my experience is that the European prestige badges are poorly engineered, overpriced and prone to failure ..... not so with a Hyundai product. In fact your question is like 'one hand clapping' ..... it's not reasonable to make an assessment on a new purchase without considering personal experience within the 'badge' ..... it's called reputation. Thank you for a well done review.
I WANT THIS CAR!!! In "Nurburg Green" exterior paint! Hoping you get your hands on one soon Alex, for that week long test drive you mentioned. Looking forward to hearing your thoughts afterwards.
I'm getting rid of my 10 year old Lexus IS after 160k miles and getting the G70 with the V6. Can't wait to have a car that drives like it means it. I love my IS, but it's a little timid for my preferred driving style.
Uh oh, 6 days later and now I'm considering the M240i and the Tesla Model 3. I like their combination of power and minimalist interior. Any recommendations? I'm fickle and I need guidance...
Very nice review Alex. I think I might be interested in the 2.0 with the manual though I don't know how it is that slow (7.4 to 60) unless it is very heavy.
I love the G70, but I'm surprised by the A+ Ride score considering the G70 in general is sport tuned AND the 3.3T in particular has the sport suspension. Would you say it still rides smoother than or equal to even the Mercedes C-class?
I love this car...not because I'd buy one, but because it's going to force Acura and Lexus to improve the TLX and the IS, respectively. Acura is already going to use a turbo V6 for future models, Infiniti already has their twin turbo V6, and of course all of the Germans have turbo 6 cylinder engine options. Lexus will be the only one still chugging along with a naturally aspirated V6. There is a rumor that the IS will get the same turbo V6 from the LS500, but detuned in the same way that Infiniti has a 300hp and 400hp version of their V-series. Lexus is gonna need it to keep up in this segment.
Karl P - agreed. Their whole tech look in this car is rather dated already. Tho this car is at least a year old now (we're just getting it in the US finally). The stick up screen needs to go, needs a full digital cockpit (maybe a full wraped screen similar to the Eclass (their concept suv screen is nice)), and full led rear lights (the turn signal and reverse lights are incandescent). It seems like it would be better to wait for an updated version of this car. I was excited about it a year ago. Now, it needs a refresh.
Pretty much every BMW and Mercedes outside of the new optional display A class and the upper end E/S class have this...In fact, the CLA, C class and GLA which cost as much as this or more have a display that looks the same as in the Mazda 3, and it's not even standard! images.carscoops.com/2018/05/Mercedes-CClass-07.jpg I agree that it looks much better when it's built into the dash, but everyone's trying to save money. The only difference is Genesis offers is to you, where as other companies charge anywhere from $500 to $5000 for a display, navigation and things that should be free like Apple car play/Android auto.
I’m not a fan of the iPad-like display screen. And, I guess it’s old fashioned, but I still like the analog speedometer and tach. Too much tech makes the driving experience too sterile. If I wanted all that digital, I’d get the Tesla with a big ugly laptop screen glued onto the dash.
I could Listen to Alex Speak all day. This man is so informative, and intelligent. He puts his words in such a way that make others look like beginners. I think you missed your calling Alex. You could of been on a Radio Show, or Television show. I know you must love what you do and we love you for doing it. My VERY FAVORITE UA-camR by Far!
Is it me or does it seem that Doug has view numbers that seem fake and computer generated. Over half a million views for a Dodge Truck. Something smells fake to me. He just is not that entertaining and rather stupid telling us nonsense
No one does it better than Alex. Agreed. He's a class above the rest.
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Love my g70 (in Canada). Those who says you could get a German 3 for the same 50k, you are not going to get the same options for your 50k from the Germans.
I priced out a Merc C43 with the same options (I had to pay extra for the paint, brembo, adaptive suspension, HUB, safety tech...Etc.), it came out to be $15k Canadian more than the g70 sport. It was a very easy decision for me. Oh I forgot to mention that 5 year maintenance is included in the price.
Plus, it feels good when you don't see the same car on the road often. I have only ran into another g70 twice, in a month, in Vancouver BC Canada.
Plus. These cars are reliable, now the brand of choice of limo services over the Mercedes. Warranty is also better than any German brand.
The E class and C class are Taxi in europe....and are reliable also.
Really liking the Genisis brand very high quality beautiful vehicles G90 is Beautiful, I'm thinking G70 for performance driving.
trilingualkid The taxi's are not AMG, just the base models. If MB is so reliable then they should offer a comparable warranty. The other JDM can offer shorter warranties because they're trusted and proven to be dependable. This is not the case with any Euro auto manufacturer.
MrPunch09 because an AMG is not tune for taxi drivers...their big v8 and not as comfortable as regular models, plus they cost twice the original car. Reliable or not, AMG has proven that over the year, there are people still buying the old E55 AMG and produce amazing power with a simple pulley upgrades, there are also 300k miles E55 out there. Longer warranty does not mean it's a reliable product, longer warranty just mean its more attractive to customers to go to, it's a marketing gimmick, in which you fallen for, but hey whatever works.
My 2012 Genesis has not had a single mechanical issue during the 5 years I have owned it. I am looking forward to my next Genesis.
My Hyundai has been very solid and reliable past 8 years too. One tiny issue with a temp sensor but that was fixed quickly under warranty. It's been cheap to maintain and insure. I'm looking to buy a new car very soon. This is currently on the top of my list. I've driven the Kia Stinger which I was pretty impressed but the weird packaging sort of turned me away and wanted to see the G70 before making the final decision.
I feel the exact same as you both. I have a 2011 base Elantra. Best car we’ve ever had in the family as far as dependability and overall satisfaction is concerned. I plan on getting a new car towards the end of next year. It’s either going to be a Hyundai, Kia, or Genesis and I can’t wait.
I used to have a 2015 Genesis sedan, no big issues, only one issue is I can't open the door when outside -40C
2013 Hyundai coupe 2.0t rspec. Bought it at 37k and now at 100k. Barely an issue at all
Don't try that with a bee em trouble you.
I have been a Hyundai vehicle owner since 2006 with a sonata, then a 2011 Tucson, then a 2012 Genesis 5.0 R-Spec, and now a 2017 Santa Fe. I own the last 2 mentioned and I will continue to buy Hyundai's. But my favorite is the Genesis 5.0 R-Spec. A whopping 429 hp. Really gets up and goes. All in all, none of my Hyundai' s have never seen the dealer for anything. Hyundai has really come from a long way from what they were in the past, mid 80's with their Hyundai Excel. Hyundai is the way to go.
I have this vehicle and I absolutely love it!
This is the real steal for Genesis! This car is every bit as good, or better, than it's competition, but at a more reasonable price. Someone shopping in the $100K range is almost certain to be a badge snob, and likely wouldn't consider a Genesis. However, in this class, the G70 may just be able to change people's minds. This car does top out, fully loaded at about $52K US here in Korea. It's a great car at a great price.
John Holst agreed. I just love the tlx a spec too with blue paint and red leather. It just looks so good
This car is definitely at the top of my list when my lease is up for my IS 300, mainly because of the value. I also rented a G80 through Turo, so I've seen that Genesis can build a good luxury car.
ARentz07 yeah. I wish I could afford this car, it really is nice. Currently have a 08 accord 4 cylinder. It gets the job done and is reliable, that's what I like about it. Otherwise is just bland
I mean, in the 100k range you can get a C63s/m4/lc500/etc, all of which i would say is much better than a g70 3.3t. But you're right, in this class segment it would certainly make a more compelling argument against getting a near base 330i or c300.
I’ve had my 2011 Sonata for 3 yrs now problem free. And I bought it used but I’ve only had to change the oil, washer fluid and add gas. These cars are a solid buy. I can’t afford a Genesis just yet though. Lol
Isaac Kamau I have an 08 Sonata V6 never had an issue. Just oil change, tires, and brakes.
Washer fluid should never run out lol.
Cars depreciate really fast. You will be able to afford one sooner than you think.
Your sir are a smart consumer. I bought my 2012 Sonata sport edition from my dad almost 2 years ago. It’s had very few issues since he owned it and none since i have owned it. I love it, and I’m heavily considering buying the G70 on the next year.
I am dumping my Charger for this! Was thinking of the Kia Stinger, but I like this car a little more.
Mark Irizarry did you do it 🤪
You must have a v6 charger because no one with a brain would do that.
@@Natethegreat200c Ouch, that's mean. Not untrue, just mean.
Don Wanna 😂😂😂😂😂
@@Natethegreat200c No one with a brain would pick a charger over this with its crappy plastic interiors and reliability
Alex I love this review by you! Nailed it! Love this vehicle! You get Lincoln Black Label service for free, BMW driving feel, class leading power, RWD, and great tech. I'd take this over all the competition. 2L turbo,with manual transmission and LSD would be my choice.
Blake Swan - I also would love to take LSD while driving this amazing car.
The manual transmission is crap on Hyundais don’t get the manual
Milosh Jovic never saw a problem on this model
0-60 is 7.4 sec for the 2.0T. BMW 330i does it in 5.5 sec with 10hp less and better mileage.
Lewie is 0-60 all that matters in a car? hahaha Are you one of those UA-cam learner who just watches videos and never driven any cars?
Hey ALEX,
Another AWESOME Video- TY TY TY !!!!
I just had the 3.3TT version for 2.5 days and the sun was shining with ZERO rain. I live in Vancouver & am a car guy.
Here are the 3 negatives: (a) The back seat doesn't accommodate anyone over 5'9" for a journey lasting over 30 minutes. (b) The long term reliability and trade-in value is a HUGE question mark (c) the vectoring is brake applied to the inside wheel- Lots of grabbing going on during spirited driving.
Now, onto the Positives - EVERYTHING ELSE!!
This handles like a go cart (it is a Compact car) the steering wheel feels right, the turning radius is one of the best, It has 5 ride selections, the tech is in abundance, the seats can be sporty or comfy, that engine - torque & HP is ample (4.7 seconds from 0-60), the sight-lines are excellent, HUD displays whats needed, the adaptive cruise works really well, the 15 speaker Lexicon sound system is very good.
I can go on and on.
The summary is this- If you want a Value filled 4 door vehicle that looks great, has an AWESOME interior, is quick & fast when u want it to be, has the latest tech and your mother-in-law will like it too b/c in comfort mode it drives very smoothly then this is a big contender vs the Germans, Japanese and maybe Cadillac.
Its an all in price for the 3.3TT V-6 of $57,500 Cdn.
Book a test drive and see for yourself. Excellent compact 4 door sedan and if u enjoy assertive driving try the 3.3TT. Too much fun!!
Also, the personal touch and customer service is a huge marketing advantage for them.
Cheers from Vancouver, Canada!!
Thank you for testing the 0~60 acceleration without using the launch control! It's much closer to real-life usage, because people don't use launch control from every stop!
Administrator - this car will hit 4.2~ 4.3 sec with low tank of gas and a few other minor wright saving tips.
IneedMoney it already did one korean owner did it stock g70
Talal Abdulaziz - Yeah I know it did 4.27 sec 0-100 kph which equates to around 4.17~ 4.2 sec 0-60 mph. That is possible on a good weather, driver needs to stay under 160 lbs, and less optioned G70. Those panoramic sunroof crap weigh too much. Take out the spare tire and an owners manual and you are in for very low 4s...
I agree. The owners manuals are ridiculously huge.
Choosing between a mercedes C-class and a Genesis 70 reminds me a lot of the evergoing debate on an iphone 10 against a samsung s9. One is considered overpriced and the other simply ticks all the right boxes
The S9 definately doesn't tick "all the right boxes"... it simply ticks more boxes than the iPhone, but to many, the iPhone tick more of the boxes they find important.
Whereas, the Genesis basically ticks most of the right boxes that the C-Class does, and more. Totally different comparison.
This thorough and keen-eyed review confirms why Alex is the best in the business. He delivers the information you're looking for without the lazy brand biased approach that many reviewers tend to gravitate to. A real automotive presentation professional!
As an Ls460 owner, I still appreciate this car as well!
Literally looks like a beautifully evolved G37. I love it!!
Doesn't look anything like a G37 to my eye, but Genesis has certainly picked up where Infiniti left off with the G35/37.
BigHeadClan that's essentially what I mean. I don't mean it in the sense that it shares a large similarity to the g37 but as in this is what the next gen should have been back when the G became the Q
itachii267 Okay way more sense, I'm just about to go do some work on my G37 and was like "I see her everyday man, they look nothing alike!" Hah
Nissan is absolutely dead to me now. They shouldnt even be in business.
My goodness that's a good looking car.
@OTA He won't answer that.
Genesis all the way, better warranty and it's a reliable car that's fun to drive!
Wheatman45 reliable? 🤔
Dolphins101 best brand IQS 2018 JD POWER
Talal Abdulaziz yeah because JD Powers is totally reliable for information 🙄
JD get it spot on, just ask any Dodge, BMW owner.
Look at previous Genesis models from the past decade and you'll see they have a history of being Lexus level reliable but still more German in feel.
Thank you for your review, Alex. I always enjoy your reveiws... Certainly this car is a one beat. Better looking, quality and price than most of Japanese luxury cars.. I've owned only Japanese luxury cars in the past but this changes everything now. I just ordered g70 3.0T and waiting for the delivery.. Thanks to your review!!!
All I wanted Lexus to do was offer a manual transmission option on the 2L turbo. So happy Genesis G70 did. I just put a deposit down
Blake Swan i own the 3.3t sport and have had it for 2 months. You will love the G70. It is so much fun to drive and the service is incredible
Juan Martinez my 3.3t after tax and everything was 68k CAD in toronto
That's far too steep for a Hyundai.
Tom Chan by that logic a lexus is too expensive for a toyota and an Audi is too expensive for a VW....
inveer1......That price also includes the first 3 years of scheduled maintenance free/no charge, correct?
(and I am assuming "after tax and everything", means that you are including the prov. gov't sales tax portion?)
No one does the comparison aspect of car reviews as good as you IMO
i remember when people used to say that koreans dont know how to make cars and their vehicles are not worth the money , well time has defiantly changed
E E Like Alex mentions Hyundai has hire from around the world just like France's soccer team.
Norm T hahahhahahah
Those same people used to say the same thing about Japanese vehicles back in the 70's and 80's.
Ricky Holmes You’re correct. If auto manufacturers only hired native talent, the auto market would probably be vastly different. And not in a good way.
Koreans are a hot commodity in the auto design/engineering world. Most people are too ignorant to know any better. I really like this car. It is very well rounded and does everything well. Just like a good woman. And to top it off, it even looks good.
www.google.com/amp/s/mobile.reuters.com/article/amp/idUSBRE9AH12820131118
All stolen from Germans... Still crappy copycat like Chinese.
I love your videos! They are absolutely amazing, very informative, and the upmost professional!
Great test and really good car! Beauty and quick. I hope I will can buy it in Europe too, cause I'm living in Poland. I have had 2012 BMW 550i xDrive, and I sold it last year. It was very nice driving car, but had lot of problems - many parts was changed, and often visited BMW service. I don't want next BMW. This G70 is my favourite!!!! Because I need solid benzin motor V6, AWD and 8 speed automatic transmission. All those things has this car.
That was easily the most comprehensive review of any kind I've seen. And also the most fair and honest. Subscribed. Keep doing what you're doing.
Loving my G80. Genesis is putting preassure on the expensive badge models!
I have a 2015 Hyundai Genesis 3.8 sedan and I was convinced to get one of this Genesis G70. Good job Alex on a very intuitive review. You're the man! Kudos to Alex on Autos~
Genesis - invisible touch... I see what you did there, and I respect it! Nice video Alex... keep going! Look out Doug!
"Absolute hoot out on that track" a wholesome quote from a wholesome host. Thanks for all the great videos Alex!
I have a lexus lc500 and it is $100k vehicle. But it doesnt even have apple carplay or android. I was very disappointed but decided to go with it just because i loved design of it. G70 will be my next toy. I like it more than kia stinger.
Congrats on your LC. I want the GS but the same lack of CarPlay is holding me back.
Michael Rafael CarPlay is nothing special. Got an X6 and it has no CarPlay
Jank Paul Well BMW infotainment system is superior to everyone else’s and doesn’t need CarPlay.
Dude buys a premium Lexus sportscar, and is disappointed about his shitty smartphone connectivity.
There is only two possibilities :
1) you are a butthurt entitled ass
2) you are lying
Show us pictures of your own LC. Please, have the newspaper of today in the frame.
The only people that complain about a lack of car play and android auto are those that never used it before. Only a few apps are used anyway. Not that big a deal where it should determine whether or not you buy a car worth tens of thousands of dollars you really want. Guess people never heard of Bluetooth before.
Best review professional I have experienced. I have the Genesis 2015 5.0 Ultimate, and love it, but as long as the G 70 has the power side bolster seat, and other features of the Genesis 2015 5.0 Ultimate, I look forward to the smaller size with great performance. Again, great review by AA.
Definitely a car to consider for my next car
I like the handling score- it's like a play on Alex's own logo. Great review Alex, and good on Hyundai!
Alex thanks for this review. Been waiting for it. What a beautiful location! Hyundai and Kia are killing it right now. So excited to see this and the stinger. More excited this comes with a manual. Now they just need to bring these into the states in numbers. Went to a Hyundai/Genesis dealer 2 weeks ago and they still don’t know When they’ll get any in stock.
Excellent review. I'm very impressed with what I'm seeing from Genesis! Especially look forward to a Coupe when they get around to doing one.
Maaaaaaan they're gonna be on cue with the badge snobbery. Great review as usual Alex!!! I am indeed impressed by Genesis and all that they've accomplished and seek to accomplish. I remember test driving the original Hyundai Genesis and was blown away by the materials quality and engineering. They've indeed come a very long way. And thank you Genesis for putting actual mufflers out the back along with that functional underbody aero treatment. I do wish that side vent treatment was functional though. Why put anything real-looking but not real-functioning on a car at this price point? Good overall packaging though Genesis.
Your Name Here Were you trying to prove his point?
Mario Whyte I believe all the vents are functional. From the front side curtain vents, the side fender vents, to the rear valence diffuser vents. Well designed, built, and tuned car. Genesis/Hyundai/Kia just did a podium sweep of J D Powers rankings. Possibly a first ever for a car maker. I don’t think Toyota/Lexus/scion, vw/Porsche/Audi, etc ever performed a podium sweep. Good job!
The Genesis lineup isn't selling well because (1) the Genesis brand is new, (2) the Genesis brand is focusing on sedans in an SUV market - and as long as they execute well, sales will shoot up when they release an SUV, and - unrelated to my point - (3) it's simply undeniable that Genesis makes fantastic vehicles.
The side vents are functional
“And, yes, the "archer's bow" vent behind the front wheel is functional.”
Motor Trend 09/15/17
I am super impressed with this Genesis. If I were interested in buying from this category, I'd probably get the G70. There's so much about it I like. SPARE TIRE standard = Love
Alex is good at what he does.
Had the G70 been available in the US a few months back when I was in the market I would have considered it seriously. I did consider the Stinger and was suitably impressed. I'd had very good experiences with two Sorentos and found the Stinger's performance, driving dynamics, interior layout, and practicality to be very appealing. The warranty coverage and expected reliability and durability were pluses, as well. In the end, though, the Stinger was simply bigger than what I was looking for. It's a GT in the classic mold and I was looking for something smaller that didn't look quite so much like a cigarette boat.
The G70 seems to have just about all of the pluses of the Stinger and many of the same components/features in a more compact size. Very appealing. Only one minor complaint from what I've seen. Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis all seem to think that quilted upholstery conveys luxury. Unfortunately, it reminds me of the furniture in my grandmother's living room. Others may differ, especially if their grandparents have/had different taste.
G70 looks better than the Audi, BMW and Lexus. But look just as good as the Mercedes. Its clearly the better buy. Put a Mercedes logo on it and everyone would say its the best design in its class
And that 3.3 Turbo engine is making crazy power...a little more tuning could bring it to 400 HP.
D- Sean ....gtfooh
D- Sean sorry man, I have to disagree about the looks. It is definitely a better buy though
Yes its a better buy, but buyers with similar budget would buy a Mercedes, BMW, Audi or Lexus. In the luxury sedan market, things are not as simple as Apple to Apple comparison. People wants to drive European Luxurious Vehicle. Its a Korean made car after all.
Tom Chan they only want to buy it because they're brainwashed and brand babies. But that's gonna change soon
One of the better videos regarding this type of videos
I love Genesis. Leased the 2016 Hyundai Genesis 3.8 luxury package and 2 years later I traded it in for a 2018 genesis g80 sport. I’m on-board for everything they stand for. I’m to genesis what Lexus owners are to that brand.
Great review! This definitely jumped to the top of my list for my next car. After test driving it, I choose between this or the Stinger.
Test drove the G70 twin turbo today 3.3 it was fantastic fast very fast. My car I have now is a Lexus IS AWD I luv it . But the G70 is worth the 58 thousand here in Toronto I could not get a Lexus with the options the G70 at all for $58,000 great car the G70 can't wait to get mine next year!!!!
Great review on the G70 Alex. I can't wait for pricing to come out definitely looking to purchase one.
This is the best car review I have ever seen.
Have driven many luxury vehicles, and have to say, my G80 takes the cake...very nice ride, interior feel and value for the money. The only, only thing that I don't like is the Hyundai dealership experience. They have to get to a point where they either do their own thing or do some serious quality audits on dealerships asap! Even with that being said, I'm looking forward to seeing the G70 do well in the market.
I’d be glad to have this replace my S4
@OTA only by a bit
If I was shopping this would be a must drive. Currently, own 2017 Optima SXL.
Queued up Genesis - Invisible Touch on iTunes! I see what you did there, Alex. Well done.
This is such a well done video - informative and entertaining. Keep up the excellent work!
3.3 sport here. Little tip, sport trims have black headliners. Only other models to have black headliners that aren't sport is any with the brown leather interior. idk why i care about it so much but black headliners look so much more cleaner.
one of the best reviews I have ever watched. Thank you!
Here in Australia, badge snobs abound in the cities. However, I was recently I was 'out in the bush' (ie. before the sealed roads become bush tracks), & noted significantly less badge snobbery where farmers tend to value reliability over status. We don't ever get snow in any towns or country except in good years in the SE corner where The Great Divide rises to a paltry 7 300feet with a few ski resorts. Anyway, motorists don't know what a 'snow-tyre' or all weather tyre is because we're snow free. heat is the main enemy of cars. Enjoy your thorough work.
it's really amazing how Genesis -in such young age- can deliver such handsome car that can rival European and Japan luxury legends.
Great review, great looking car. Wife currently owns an ATS and this car looks better in every way. Granted it won't have the edgy styling or the brand cache of a c-series or 3 series, but it looks really solid. Lexus to me is just puzzling, their infotainment is so bad it just makes them impossible for me to consider and I'd be a potential RX 350 buyer.
Great review!
I am currently in the market for a new car. I was wondering what would you recommend. A Q50RS or Genesis G70 3.3T?
I was looking at the Infiniti but this car make a compelling argument for it's consideration. It's value packed features and handling dynamics as well as pricing makes it hard not to take serious because I'm perhaps one of a minority of individuals who really don't care about brand image and instead look more for value in my purchase. Thanks for the great review as always Alex.
Literally every video review has showed that this car is excellent and can be a better driving machine than the germans and almost match them on luxury while being 10-20G's less but there are still so many haters. Personally i cant wait to buy one for myself.
Another great review...I test drove the G80 and came very close to buying it. I would choose the g70 over the anything. However, resale values for the Genesis brand is at a point you really need to buy used.
I drive an LS 460, I feel that Genesis is a new brand and has to prove itself. Lexus IS one of the most trusted and dependable vehicles on the planet. It has done all that it needs to!
My brother has an LS 460 and i love it. I have 08 Infiniti M35 and 05 G35 coupe and they're both well over 350K miles combined with very very minimum maintenance done. Still got power like the day i bought them and same goes for my brother's LS. I feel like the LS and the M will still be running after 10 years while these modern cars will be in the auto recycling places.
Genesis rated number 1 by J.D Power
Ricky Holmes: "don't put infiniti reliability with Lexus?" Just in between my family, we've owned 2 Infiniti's (mine), 2 Lexus, 93 Toyota Previa, BMW 540i, 2005 Acura TL, 00 Accord, and a Tahoe in the last 30 years. My G35 and M35 have been on par in reliability with Toyota Previa which we sold in 2009 with over 380,000 miles and more reliable than other cars. Ironically, the transmission went out on the TL in 2010 and my brother's LS has had an alternator, water pump, and widow motor replaced x2 recently. Still a good car though. I've yet to, other than regular maintenance, spend a lot on my Infiniti's which are both pushing 150,000k + miles each. You may just had a bad experience or a hater.
Ricky Holmes Consumer reports rates Infiniti higher than Acura and Honda for reliability in 2018. Infiniti is ranked 8th. Not as reliable as they used to be but still reliable nonetheless.
this was a very informative review. i am a g80 owner looking to maybe make a change in size. Thank yoi.
Hey Alex, thanks for showing us the key in the center armrest. A nice touch. Great Review as always!
Though I wish they are L.E.D., it's nice to see functional amber turn segments in the rear. Looking at you Mercedes...
I would definitely take the G70 hands down. Value for money is great, it looks great and you'd stand out more.
Alex I love you and your reviews, but I hate when people say a car “drives like a BMW 3 Series”. Can we just say the Genesis drives good and not feel compelled to make some old BMW reference. The segment has moved on. BMW is no longer the holy grail of driving. I have no doubt this G70 drives *better* than a 3 Series bc BMW has sucked lately. Even Lexus caught them a half decade ago with the launch of the current but older IS and GS cars.
I do not see a problem with 3 series reference. 3 series is still a benchmark vehicle in this segment so it is natural to compare any vehicle in this segment with 3 series. But as you said, 3 series is getting old..
Sung Bin I used to think the 3 series was the benchmark until the Alfa Romeo Giulia took over.
@@unknownunknowns Alfa what? No need paying for mortgage or rent, you will be sleeping at the dealership
xxx huh?
Alex, you so a better job than the car manufacturers. The G70 has got my attention now.
Awesome review as always. 26:07 Q70 ?
This will be my first car!! Good video Alex.
Very good review, exacly what I want to know when consider buying a G70 or any other car.
Awesome car. What would you recommend in that class for a used car around 25k?
Thorough review as always Alex. Thanks.
They just refreshed the design for 2022. No doubt my next car unless I can fit a mountain bike in the back of a Kia Stinger, then I would seriously consider that
Excellent review as always Alex. Salute.
Gorgeous front end.
Been waiting for this review for what seems like ages....the ride quality without adaptive was very surprising. I hope this is a winner for Genesis. Fuel economy is a bogey for the 3.3 but not really a surprise.
I welcome the competition! Hopefully Lexus responds with a brand new IS with a turbo 6! The interior of this car is very close to a Lexus in terms of fit and finish. Nice work Hyundai/Genesis!
Lexus is rumored to put a turbo V6 on the next IS. Funny you mentioned Lexus interiors, as this car has a direct copy of the RX's interior.
Joshua R imitatation, is the greatest form of flattery!
+LEXUriouS Kirk Haha, yeah. If you're gonna copy, copy from the best.
Fantastic video as always. When do you think you will be able to get your hands on the 2019 Volvo S60?
Great review! But isn't it weird that the 2.0 G70 model has a slower 0 to 60 timing as compared to the Stinger 2.0 7.4 vs 5.9 even though the Stinger is way heavier?
yeah. something is fishy
Spot on analysis and comparisons. You haven’t mentioned anything about depreciation or lease residual values though. Lexus does well there. My personal preference to replace my older 335i would be the c43, 340i, S4 and then this G70. Also, in the lower trim levels, I found the base Giulia steering to be numb and would take the 330i any day over the base Giulia.
Also Infiniti should have made their q50 as good as this.
It's better than this
EneEky lol q50 owner. They suck
EneEky q60rs owner, not as good as the stinger, and this is far better. I'd take the g70 all day long over my car. Only way my car is better is looks but that's because it's a coupe. Honestly even liked the engine note better in the stinger/G70 after an exhaust over my car.
The Q50/Q60 doesn't have a CVT. Infinitis are fun to drive, but the Kia Stinger GT and Genesis G70 make them obsolete and irrelevant. This coming from a G37x owner.
Wedow that's a good car though! I like what you have, coupe looks good and its dang fast. I agree with the sound though. I miss the old 3.7L noise in the IPL g37
I see Genesis doing better with German car buyers than anything from Acura/Lexus/Infiniti. Mind you Acura super handling AWD is amazing from looking at the reviews.
Alex ..... I left BMW four years ago due to terrible assembly, reliability, and maintenance issues .... and the third time my BMW left me stranded on the freeway was enough for me. Bought the 2015 G80 equivalent and quality and reliability has been more than impressive. Your question on which I would choose in the class is moot .... my experience is that the European prestige badges are poorly engineered, overpriced and prone to failure ..... not so with a Hyundai product. In fact your question is like 'one hand clapping' ..... it's not reasonable to make an assessment on a new purchase without considering personal experience within the 'badge' ..... it's called reputation.
Thank you for a well done review.
Nice review!! And what an impressive car!! Top of my shopping list!
+1 for physical rev and speed gauges :)
sick car for the price..... LOVE THE INTERIOR.....and fast
I WANT THIS CAR!!! In "Nurburg Green" exterior paint!
Hoping you get your hands on one soon Alex, for that week long test drive you mentioned. Looking forward to hearing your thoughts afterwards.
Had my Giulia for a year now and haven't had a single issue with it. Love it, love it, love it. Just saying.
Old post but do you still have it?
You should do more videos at that location, Alex. The backdrop is gorgeous.
Thanks again alex, for your down to earth and insightful review...
This G70 is a game changer! I would pick this car over the comparable BMW or Audi.
I'm getting rid of my 10 year old Lexus IS after 160k miles and getting the G70 with the V6. Can't wait to have a car that drives like it means it. I love my IS, but it's a little timid for my preferred driving style.
Uh oh, 6 days later and now I'm considering the M240i and the Tesla Model 3. I like their combination of power and minimalist interior. Any recommendations? I'm fickle and I need guidance...
Very nice review Alex. I think I might be interested in the 2.0 with the manual though I don't know how it is that slow (7.4 to 60) unless it is very heavy.
That grille treatment looks legitimately like chain link fence. Seriously. You can’t unsee it.
I love the G70, but I'm surprised by the A+ Ride score considering the G70 in general is sport tuned AND the 3.3T in particular has the sport suspension. Would you say it still rides smoother than or equal to even the Mercedes C-class?
ElPsiCongroo i heard it has very smooth ride as well
Thank you for a very informative review. Any idea how reliable this brand is? Thanks.
This car is just awesome.
Very beautyful Genesis!
I love this car...not because I'd buy one, but because it's going to force Acura and Lexus to improve the TLX and the IS, respectively. Acura is already going to use a turbo V6 for future models, Infiniti already has their twin turbo V6, and of course all of the Germans have turbo 6 cylinder engine options. Lexus will be the only one still chugging along with a naturally aspirated V6.
There is a rumor that the IS will get the same turbo V6 from the LS500, but detuned in the same way that Infiniti has a 300hp and 400hp version of their V-series. Lexus is gonna need it to keep up in this segment.
This is an extremely well-rounded car. Looks great too. An excellent package for the price, but the central console looks tacked on and ugly.
Karl P - agreed. Their whole tech look in this car is rather dated already. Tho this car is at least a year old now (we're just getting it in the US finally). The stick up screen needs to go, needs a full digital cockpit (maybe a full wraped screen similar to the Eclass (their concept suv screen is nice)), and full led rear lights (the turn signal and reverse lights are incandescent). It seems like it would be better to wait for an updated version of this car. I was excited about it a year ago. Now, it needs a refresh.
It’s a Hyundai
Pretty much every BMW and Mercedes outside of the new optional display A class and the upper end E/S class have this...In fact, the CLA, C class and GLA which cost as much as this or more have a display that looks the same as in the Mazda 3, and it's not even standard! images.carscoops.com/2018/05/Mercedes-CClass-07.jpg
I agree that it looks much better when it's built into the dash, but everyone's trying to save money. The only difference is Genesis offers is to you, where as other companies charge anywhere from $500 to $5000 for a display, navigation and things that should be free like Apple car play/Android auto.
I’m not a fan of the iPad-like display screen. And, I guess it’s old fashioned, but I still like the analog speedometer and tach. Too much tech makes the driving experience too sterile. If I wanted all that digital, I’d get the Tesla with a big ugly laptop screen glued onto the dash.
Excellent review! Currently on my 3rd C Class. At end of this lease headed right over to the Genesis dealer. Beautiful car!