DecodedCars2024 Genesis GV70
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2024 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Body styles
- 2.5l 4dr SUV, 3.5l 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 2.5L 4-cyl turbo, 3.5L 6-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- EV, Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 24 combined · 22 city / 28 hwy
- EV range
- 236 mi · 7.9 h on 240 V
- Length
- 185.4 in
- Curb weight
- 4,167–4,520 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 5 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Electric version availableOffered as a electric as well as gas.
- 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 43 similar 2024 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2024 Genesis GV70 is a small SUV offered with 2 engines (2.5L 4-cyl turbo and 3.5L 6-cyl turbo) and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 185 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 113-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,167 lb (2.5l 4dr SUV).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 24 MPG combined (22 city / 28 highway), 4% worse than the 2024 small SUV average of 25 MPG, for an estimated $850 a year in fuel.
The electric version has an EPA-rated range of up to 236 miles and takes about 7.9 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.
It has 5 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 19 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.
What changed for 2024
- New all-electric version
Compared with 2023; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2023 GV70 →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5l 4dr SUV | 185.4 in | 75.2 in | 64.2 in | 113 in | 64.6 / 65.4 in | 4,167 lb | 53/47 |
| 3.5l 4dr SUV | 185.4 in | 75.2 in | 64.2 in | 113 in | 64.6 / 65.4 in | 4,520 lb | 53/47 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
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| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrified GV70 EV | 160 kW PMSM | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 236 mi · 37.1566 kWh/100mi | – | $850 | – |
| GV70 AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 22 / 28 / 24 | -4% | $3,400 | 369 |
| GV70 AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 22 | -12% | $3,750 | 408 |
| GV70 AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 24 / 20 | -20% | $4,100 | 441 |
9/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
10/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Save $7,750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
25 MPG2024 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD average
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2024 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Genesis GV70 SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 13% |
StandardElectronic stability control
StandardForward collision warning
StandardLane departure warning
Similar 2024 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Genesis GV70 (this car) | 24 MPG | ★★★★★ | 5 |
| 2024 Mercedes-Benz G-Class | 14 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Tesla Model Y | 320 mi | Not rated | 5 |
| 2024 Porsche Cayenne | 19 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2024 BMW X5 | 25 MPG | ★★★★★ | 8 |
| 2024 BMW X3 | 25 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2024 Lexus RX | 36 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
Recalls (5)
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings · Apr 10, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V229000 · 94,760 vehicles
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Genesis) is recalling certain Genesis 2022-2026 GV70, 2023-2025 G90, 2021-2025 G80, and GV80 vehicles. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the fuel pipe and fuel rail.
- Risk
- A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning July 20, 2026. Owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Genesis' number for this recall is 033G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 11, 2026.
Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel · Feb 19, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V105000 · 32,594 vehicles
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain Genesis 2023-2024 G80, GV80, 2025 GV70 and 2023-2025 GV70 "Electrified" vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
- Risk
- An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and update the instrument panel display software, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 26, 2025. Owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Hyundai's number for this recall is 026G.
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Charging › Module › Software · Nov 18, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V868000 · 145,642 vehicles
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022-2024 IONIQ 5, 2023-2025 IONIQ 6, Genesis GV60, Genesis GV70 "Electrified," and Genesis G80 "Electrified" vehicles. The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) may become damaged and stop charging the 12-volt battery, which can result in a loss of drive power.
- Risk
- A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the ICCU and its fuse, as necessary. In addition, dealers will update the ICCU software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 or Genesis customer service at 1-844-340-9741. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 272 (Hyundai) and 025G (Genesis). This recall expands and replaces previous recall number 24V-204. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 24V-204 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Electrical System › Wiring · Mar 15, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V205000 · 15,645 vehicles
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Genesis GV70 vehicles. Water may leak into the transmission control harness, which can cause a short circuit and unexpectedly shift the transmission from Park to Neutral.
- Risk
- An unexpected shift from Park to Neutral can cause a vehicle roll away and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Fix
- Owners are advised to turn off the ignition and use the emergency parking brake after parking their vehicles. Dealers will inspect the transmission control harness and repair the connector, or replace the harness and internal wiring, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 9, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 020G.
Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery · Mar 15, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V204000 · 99,055 vehicles
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022-2024 IONIQ 5, 2023-2024 IONIQ 6, Genesis GV60, Genesis GV70 "Electrified," and Genesis G80 "Electrified" vehicles. The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) may become damaged and stop charging the 12-Volt battery, which can result in a loss of drive power.
- Risk
- A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 24V-868. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed. Dealers will inspect and replace the ICCU and its fuse, as necessary. In addition, dealers will update the ICCU software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 257/021G.
Not every 2024 Genesis GV70 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
19Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
0Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
1Injuries reported
27,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2024 Genesis GV70 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 5 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Power Train — 7 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Engine — 3 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 3 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 27,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Battery health. Ask for a battery state-of-health report, check the remaining battery warranty, and compare the displayed range at 100% charge with the EPA's 236 miles.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2024 Genesis GV70. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
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