Genesis has extensively detailed the 2019 G70, but
there’s one thing the company hasn’t revealed – the price. That’s changing
today as the automaker has confirmed the new sedan will cost US$ 34,900 in the
United States.
Costing exactly the same as the 2018 BMW 320i, the
entry-level G70 2.0T Advanced features a stylish exterior with LED daytime
running lights and 18-inch alloy wheels. The model also comes equipped with a
perforated leather steering wheel, a dual-zone automatic climate control system
and power front seats with leatherette surfaces. Buyers will also find an
auto-dimming rearview mirror, HomeLink and an 8-inch infotainment system with
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility.
Speaking of technology, the base model comes nicely
equipped with an assortment of driver assistance systems including High Beam
Assist, Lane Keep Assist and Blind-Spot Collision Warning with Rear
Cross-Traffic Alert. Other features include Smart Cruise Control with Stop
& Go and Forward Collision Avoidance with Pedestrian Detection.
A turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine
resides under the hood and it produces 252 hp and 352 Nm of torque. It is connected to an eight-speed automatic transmission
which sends power to the rear wheels. All-wheel drive is a US$ 2,000 option and
models with the system also feature a heated steering wheel.
The G70 2.0T Elite starts at US$ 39,900 and it has
additional standard equipment including LED headlights, rain-sensing wipers and
a sunroof. Buyers will also find a more luxurious interior with heated /
ventilated leather front seats, a power tilt / telescopic steering wheel and
aluminum trim. Rounding out the highlights are GPS navigation, approach lights
(with the Genesis logo) and a 15-speaker Lexicon audio system.
Buyers looking for something even more upscale can
order the G70 2.0T Prestige which starts at US$ 44,900 and is only available with
all-wheel drive. It comes with quilted Nappa leather upholstery, a microfiber
headliner and a driver’s seat with a power cushion extension. Other additions
include a head-up display, a wireless smartphone charger and a surround view
monitor. Drivers looking for something sportier can opt for the US$ 43,900 G70
2.0T Dynamic which adds a limited-slip differential (on RWD models) and 19-inch
alloy wheels with summer tires.
Sitting one step above is the G70 2.0T Sport which
costs an additional US$ 1,000 and adds alloy pedals and special sport quilting on
the Nappa leather seats. The model also has a more distinctive design thanks to
a dark chrome grille, copper headlight bezels and tinted taillights.
Thankfully buyers won’t have to spend that much
money to get a performance-oriented model. Fans of manual transmissions can
order the G70 2.0T Sport 6MT which has a base price of US$ 37,900. It comes
equipped with a number of performance features including a limited-slip
differential, a Brembo braking system and 19-inch wheels with summer tires.
Other highlights include a sports exhaust system and LED headlights.
The interior isn’t too shabby either as drivers will
find heated / ventilated front seats, aluminum trim and a power tilt /
telescopic steering wheel. The model also has alloy pedals and a 15-speaker
Lexicon audio system.
Buyers looking for more power will need to shell out
at least $43,750 for the G70 3.3T Advanced. In return, they’ll be reward with a
twin-turbo 3.3-liter V6 engine that produces 365 hp and 509 Nm of torque. The model is loosely based on the G70 2.0T Elite, but it gains
additional features including a sport-tuned suspension, a limited-slip
differential, a variable steering system and a dual exhaust system.
The G70 3.3T Elite starts at US$ 45,500 and it adds
rain-sensing windshield wipers, parking sensors, a sunroof and a wireless
smartphone charger. Moving up to the US$ 48,000 G70 3.3T Prestige rewards customers with a
head-up display and a surround view monitor. Luxury touches include quilted
Nappa leather seats, heated rear seats and a microfiber headliner.
Lastly, there’s the G70 3.3T Sport which has a base
price of US$ 49,500. It has a revised exterior with a dark chrome grille, copper
headlights bezels and tinted taillights. Other highlights include alloy pedals,
sports quilting and an electronically controlled suspension.
To celebrate the launch of the G70, Genesis will be
offering two special editions which are each limited to 400 units. The G70 3.3T
Design Edition features an exclusive Black Forest Green exterior and a Cream
Nappa leather interior with dark green accents.
The G70 3.3T Dynamic Edition is more focused on
performance and it is based on the G70 3.3T Sport. Starting at US$ 50,250, the
model has a bigger brake pads and an electronically controlled suspension with
unique tuning.