
Overview
- Body
- Compact CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Transmission
- Manual 6-spdEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Powertrain
- GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Fuel
- PremiumEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Engine & performance
- HP
- 255
- Power to weight
- 0.069 hp/lb
- Axle ratio
- 3.54
- Cyl
- 4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Aspiration
- TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Start-stop system
- NoEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Efficiency
- MPG Hwy
- 28 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- MPG City
- 18 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- MPG Comb
- 22 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Fuel $/yr
- $3,500EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- CO₂
- 410 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Eco Score
- 4/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Smog score
- 3/10
- Elec. Range
- 0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- SmartWay certified
- No
Dimensions & capacity
- Length
- 184 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
- Width
- 73 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
- Height
- 55 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
- Wheelbase
- 112 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
- Curb Weight
- 3,688 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
- Pass. Vol
- 94 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Cargo Vol
- 10 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Safety NHTSA, model year
⚠ This model year has a recall advising owners to park outside or away from structures (fire risk). Check with the manufacturer.
- Recalls
- 4
- Owner complaints
- 5
Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year
- ENGINE33%
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER33%
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE11%
- FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM11%
- SERVICE BRAKES11%
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 9 total.
Genesis G70: best and worst yearsFederal investigations NHTSA defect investigations, model year
AQ23002Openopened Nov 17, 2023SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires
Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year
44 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year
Jun 2, 2026BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS26-BE-016G TSB
Some G70 (IK) vehicles may exhibit a false notification from the front Parking Distance Warning (PDW) sensors when there is no object nearby. This may occur when the parts housing the sensor become loose, causing the sensor to falsely detect objects. There is no functional effect on the vehicle other than the false notification. This bulletin provides the procedure to inspect the vehicle and apply repair(s) as needed.
Apr 18, 2026ENGINE26-EE-003G TSB
Some vehicles may exhibit difficulty starting in cold weather. This bulletin provides the procedure to perform an inspection on the starter magnetic switch for potential freezing and, if necessary, replace the starter magnetic switch (solenoid) assembly.
Apr 10, 2026AIR BAGSDTN DL
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has identified the presence of substandard and dangerous driver’s-side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile Safety System Co., Ltd. (DTN). These inflators were not supplied, approved, or authorized by the vehicle manufacturers and have primarily been found in vehicles that previously experienced a crash and underwent airbag replacement using non-genuine parts. These dangerous inflators have ruptured during
Apr 10, 2026AIR BAGSDTN DCS
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent safety advisory regarding dangerous, counterfeit driver‑side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile Safety System Co., Ltd. (DTN), that have been identified in U.S. vehicles following prior crashes, theft, or non‑certified airbag replacements. These inflators are not approved for use, may rupture during deployment, and have caused serious injuries and fatalities. Please see attached anno
Apr 7, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMZ02G OL
Certain 2019 – 2022 model year Genesis G70 vehicles may experience an inoperative blower motor (not blowing) that may be caused by damage or deterioration of the blower motor multi-fuse and fuse box. At Genesis, we are committed to providing vehicles of outstanding quality and value. In an effort to meet this commitment, Genesis is extending the warranty coverage for the front wiring assembly under this condition to 10 years/ 120,000 miles from the date of original retail delivery or date of fir
Mar 10, 2026EXTERIOR LIGHTING26-AD-001G
Some 2020MY and newer vehicles equipped with a front view camera may illuminate certain warning lights and trigger DTC C272246 fault code for the front camera. In the following cases, the front camera auto-calibration range may be exceeded while driving: • If the front camera is not properly installed and is completely or partially detached. • In case of excessive changes affecting the vehicle's balance (e.g., loading excessively heavy cargo in a specific location of the vehicle, or significant
Feb 28, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHER26-BE-005G TSB
The warranty coverage for repairs and replacement of the front wiring on some G70 (IK) vehicles has been extended to 10 years or 120,000 miles from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use, whichever occurs first, and is valid for original and subsequent owners. Some vehicles may have an inoperative blower motor (not blowing). This may be caused by damage or deterioration of the blower motor multi-fuse and fuse box. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to inspect for damage or
Feb 28, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHER26-BE-005G DN
Some vehicles may have an inoperative blower motor (not blowing). This may be caused by damage or deterioration of the blower motor multi-fuse and fuse box. The warranty coverage for repairs and replacement of the front wiring on 2019-2022MY G70 (IK) vehicles has been extended to 10 years or 120,000 miles from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use and is valid for original and subsequent owners.
- and 36 more
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).
Warranty manufacturer terms, by make
- Basic
- 5 yr / 60k mi
- Powertrain
- 10 yr / 100k mi
- Roadside assistance
- 5 yr
- Maintenance
- 3 yr / 36k mi
- EV battery
- 10 yr / 100k mi
Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.