New 2026 Genesis GV70 Facelift Review “Luxury For Less"

[@MotorgraphWorld]

Check out Kia EV6 Facelift review by Mari: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXithmesabmKgZo

[@jeromecha1]

Great first look at the 2026 GV70! I’m hoping that Genesis will rethink their plans for the electrification of their fleet, especially here in the USA. Electric cars are not selling well here but I think that a hybrid could make it. The 2025 GV80 is just starting to hit the showrooms here and the MPG is pretty sorry especially with the need for premium fuel. I’m in the market and will probably go with the ‘25 GV80 but if there’s going to be a hybrid 2026 version, I’d definitely wait for it to arrive on our shores. Thank you for your hard work on this Mari & Crew!

[@BLR1GBattlemaster]

I think it looks better than the previous one.

[@ZZ-xx2sw]

I agree with you 😂

[@ifareaged]

of course it does, it has matured

[@dec1slh]

Isn't it supposed to

[@rehanroche3933]

Yup. Specially the interior 👌🏻

[@cheychhour6052]

Definitely the wheels 🛞 😎

[@aye3678]

I love the Genisis car line up. Beautiful cars inside and out!!

[@juliusbrewster]

Another great review. Always giving accurate bullet points on the important details of the car. I love this channel for the fact that I get an advanced look at Korean brand cars that will eventually come to the united states. My only suggestion is if when comparing old models to new ones, is to put side by side pictures instead of before and after ones shots. Side by side images will be easy to compare and contrast instead of having to jump back and forth to view photos. Other than that, again, another great review!

[@MotorgraphWorld]

Thank you for the tip!

[@GerardScolamiero]

After carefully examining the planned exterior and interior "changes" on the 2026 GENESIS GV70, all I can say is I am glad we bought our first generation 2024 GENESIS GV70 3.5 Sport Prestige. The elongated front of the 2026 GV70 looks like a BLAND TOYOTA Highlander, CAMRY, etc. All of the SPORTY, AGGRESSIVE design cues of the first generation, tat make it so visually appealing are neutered! It now looks like a generic family mobile. Love them, or hate them the 21 inch patterned rims on the first GENESIS GV70 3.5 Sport Prestige are DISTINCTLY UNIQUE! They are like nothing else on the market from ANY manufacturer. And I for one love the design. I have gotten so many unsolicited complements on how great our GV70 looks. Not once has anyone ever commented on not liking the rims... Not once. This is not the case with the new 2026 rims... they are bland, boring HONDA looking rims. They are not unique at all. But are just like what many manufacturers have been doing for years. Again, they lack STYLE elements unique to the GENESIS LUXURY SPORT BRAND. As for the rear of the 2026 GV70 3.5 Sport Prestige. The designers got rid of the large, SPORTY, round exhaust tips and replaced them with generic "mommy tips" found on every BORING, family suv from TOYOTA, HONDA, LEXUS, MAZDA, ETC... Again, the UNIQUE, SPORTY GENESIS DESIGN CUES ARE MISSING! If I wanted a TOYOYA, HONDA, LEXUS, MAZDA, That is what I would buy, not a 2026 GENESIS GV70. But I didn't, I wanted a 2024 GENESIS GV70 3.5 Sport Prestige specifically because it was, and is UNIQUELY, and STYLISHLY DIFFERENT! Regarding the interior of the 2026 GENESIS GV70. I have only one criticism. The HUGE, design less, all inclusive, HYUNDAI digital dashboard is TASTELESS and TACKEY. It also doesn't integrate well at all with the rest of the interior. It looks like a giant afterthought. Where as the existing first generation digital dashboard is seamlessly integrated into the design cues, and flow of the entire GV70 interior cabin. Even the existing additional rectangular infotainment screen tastefully fits within the interior design of the first generation GV70. With the 2026 redesign, it looks like GENESIS INTENSIONALLY got rid of most of the Sport elements from the "Sport Prestige" in order to "upsell" people wanting a truly SPORT designed GENESIS to their upcoming GENESIS GV80 Sport Coup, or where available their GENESIS GV70 MAGMA line. Both of which cost substantially more than the existing first generation 2022 - 2025 GENESIS GV70 3.5 Sport Prestige.

[@williadr1985]

Thank You! I cannot wait to see the interior of the sport model!

[@tjkim382]

Facelift looks very nice Mari looks good too

[@philhenderson3516]

Pre-facelift interior looked much better! Some of the changes look like a step towards cost cutting.

[@HiddenAgendas]

the gloss black on the bumper looks cheap.

[@jimf7654]

Thanks Mari, I love the new wheel choices and standard three-spoke steering wheel. Overall, I love the new look.

[@ClonewarswarsClone]

As much as I dislike Kia’s edgy designs, I really appreciate genesis for their conservative, but creative design. Looks way more grown up and mature than say, a Lexus.

[@IsabelleSt.Pierre-q2n]

What a beautiful car. This will be my next car.

[@deemm1265]

As a Lexus owner (RC350 AWD), I have to admit that Genesis will beat Lexus at their own game. While Lexus is going through its identity crisis (not sure if they are premium/Lux or sporty), Genesis have been very focused on premium luxury. Who knows, my next car just might be GV70? Great review BTW.

[@Tully3674]

Good review. It's a timeless design. Reminds me of a 2006-2012 Lexus GS if it was designed as an SUV. Architecture with round, soft corners stand the test of time.

[@timw2083]

I was thinking Infiniti FX/QX. But I understand the GS features too

[@andyyellykohler2535]

I hate the new 27" screen placement, it looks like an afterthought on the dashboard, compared to the previous version, but to each its own.

[@lss-jprep4980]

Agreed it’s distracting in the video. Can’t imagine what it’s like driving it.

[@claudiapayton5862]

I test drove the 2025 gv80 today because it has the 27” screen and I’m considering purchasing a 2026 gv70 with the 27” screen. I wanted to see for myself how it’s going to look. Once behind the wheel, the first word that came to my mind was “unobtrusive.” Actually, it is very nice and does not look like an afterthought at all. I’m going to have mine built and delivered, hopefully, a year from now.

[@lss-jprep4980]

@@claudiapayton5862 I’m waiting till December. Car sales are at record lows. Dealers should be desperate to move things to avoid tax charges for cars on lot as of January 1st.

[@cablebrain9691]

It used to have a sportier dash. I’m not sure how I feel about this one. My initial impression is not good, but I guess I’ll go check one out when they arrive in the US.

[@henrikhook.]

It does look better than ever, at least with the Sports package!. The color combination of the interior is a successful choice, "bright colors".

[@timw2083]

I'm not an SUV fan but i do like the GV70. The proportions work well. Genesis' tech integration is top notch

[@michaelvella8511]

A nice facelift especially the interior. Love it. But why isn't Genesis offering it as a hybrid as well ????

[@ifareaged]

Probably because they have a full electric version.

[@mukigo3053]

It will be released this year.

[@MotorgraphWorld]

Genesis had plans to skip hybrid and move directly to electric vehicles, but I understand that due to a sharp decline in global electric vehicle sales, it has recently begun developing a hybrid system for rear-wheel drive.

[@michaelvella8511]

@@MotorgraphWorld Thankyou......I'll wait one more year. If Genesis will offer it will be my next SUV. 😄😄😄

[@HaiRune]

@@michaelvella8511 Watch out on their hybrids. Rumors are saying their hybrid will be battery electric mostly with a gas engine as a range extender.

[@rehanroche3933]

Beauty 👌🏻 just like Mari 😌

[@ricksanchez8051]

This Facelift actually got me now on the hook!!!!!!! and I say this as a HUUUUGE BMW lover, being a German 😀

[@davegriffith6409]

this interior is 🔥

[@jeffs6090]

I like the amber rear turn signals! As it should be! However, that probably won't make it to the US that way. Automakers like to not give us the rear amber signals even though they make it for other markets. Just because we don't have the mandate as other countries shouldn't mean we still don't get it. I'm still very much waiting for the GV80 coupe to get to the US!! Most likely will be my next vehicle.

[@mykeonthemove]

Very well executed updates to the GV70.

[@Sprezzatura1]

I like it! TY!

[@omarr6021]

nice to see Mari again ,,,, i like the facelift exterior and interior but hate the the theater dashboard ,,, too long too narrow and does not integrate good with the design ,,,, i wished for more details about the powertrain and explanation on those 4 air inlets ,,,,,cant wait for Mari road review on GV80 coupe .

[@thomaswattle9828]

that dash display is distracting

[@claudiapayton5862]

@@thomaswattle9828not at all. I test drive the 2025 gv80 today. It has the 27” screen. Quite nice actually.

[@regi0317]

Great review. Couple of questions. When do you anticipate this vehicle will be available? What exterior color was that which you said you liked (it looked like a matte gray). Thx

[@stevef5843]

They need to increase significantly the mileage on the electric version. They need to add 100 miles. At this point the lack of range is stopping me from buying the G70

[@susanharlan2267]

I have a 2016 infinity q50 with the 3.7 engine. The best engine I've ever driven. Becuz infinity went to a 4 cylinder engine I've 9:07 been on the lookout for a diff car. This might be the one. It has the 6 cylinder engine im looking for. I'll be checking this car out for sure. I love the look of this car.

[@HJiang-ht5pe]

Great review! Any idea when it will launch the US market?

[@DryBonesandSilver]

Can't wait for the US release! Do we know if the rear door handles have the lock/unlock sensor on them with this refresh?

[@waynerm002]

Thanks Mari! Always bringing us the English version of the Korean releases. I like that Genesis keeps improving their vehicles with updated tech and interiors, I do dislike though that the went the German route for interior space, when they Germans have started to add more passenger space. Now they need to build an EV version on an dedicated EV platform.

[@brucec4888]

Looking forward to seeing it at the dealership, prefer the current round exhaust vs. new design. Curious how visible the OLED screen will be in direct sunlight. And finally adaptive headlights for the United States 😎. Thank you for the review, would love if they had a TT Hybrid, but I don't see that happening.

[@georgesuroviec6229]

I am not liking anything about this facelift. I never cared for the front lower trim in the first place, with its black plastic diamond pattern, which includes the duct covers. These are hard to keep clean. And now they want to make it even bigger??? I do like the fact that they have removed that same pattern from the rear lower trim around the exhaust ports and made it smooth. The 27" LED dash screen is so ugly compared to the older model. I love the built-in dashboard, like my 2018 G90. I do like the new steering wheel being touch sensitive rather than needing a hard grip. But, they didn't address the control knob and drive selector positioning, where everyone grabbed the wrong knob to control the screen. This was one of the biggest issues reported from customers and reviewers. These need to change places. While your arm is resting on the center console, you shouldn't have to reach to control your infotainment. Reaching for the drive selector makes so much more sense, since you only do that when you first get going, or select reverse. Genesis could remove silly features like remote smart parking assist and fingerprint authentication that are slow, don't work well and are basically gimmicks. Instead add HUD and rear heated seats as standard.

[@thomaswattle9828]

I've had no problems grabbing the right control knobs

[@tunkymoi1540]

Thank you for this amazing video. In the USA, for 2025 they are still showing the old car. Is this available only in Korea?

[@Dx-so7jm]

Even less storage in ceneter console than before , that screen looks great though , interested in ambeint light changes

[@barbaracooper3918]

I love the GV70!! Looking to purchase one. Wondering if the sunroof is standard feature?

[@Thor2Q]

I wonder if the refresh will have an option for the rearview digital mirror found in the Hyundia Palisade? Reviewers rarely include info about the rearview mirror in their videos.

[@Thor2Q]

Also, wonder if that color is coming to the US market?

[@MotorgraphWorld]

Yes, it does!

[@xc8i7ma3k28]

You’re so pretty Mari❤ and I love your voice

[@KFGSHFDGJDS]

Very Informative video

[@MotorgraphWorld]

Thanks!

[@vsskalyan]

Hello, I have a few questions In the prestige model, do we have Power Rear Door Sunshades and Power 2nd Row Seats.. Please advise. The GV80 2025 model has them but it is a big car for us and wanted to know if GV70 model will have these features

[@MotorgraphWorld]

We cannot confirm the convenience specifications depending on the trim as they vary depending on the country. However, currently, the GV70 only offers manual rear door sunshades and manual second-row seats.

[@vsskalyan]

@@MotorgraphWorld Thanks for the response. GV80 is the way to go.

[@userb83852]

Best compact luxury SUV in the market

[@chessnut4886]

Is there now also a massage seat for the front passenger? Is there an air suspension? Why is there no diesel? When are the new models coming to Germany?

[@airvlad777]

Awesome. Waiting for the GV70 Hybrid. ❤

[@henrikhook.]

Or Plug-in hybrid model.

[@mukigo3053]

It will be released this year.

[@tomemmrich8728]

Had a 2023 GV70 Sport - awesome car all around. Was hoping the 25 or 26 would be an upgrade but this is kind of disappointing. Really cool wheels on the ‘23. These are kind of boring. And the previous combo of a screen and dials looked elegant and performed well. The 27” platter looks kind of cheap. But Genesis is still a superb blend of German performance and Asia tech.

[@p.5987]

Looks really good. I wonder if they ever fixed that rear differential issue that plagued the 2022-23 models?

[@MotorgraphWorld]

I don't have any information on that

[@thomaswattle9828]

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[@Ethereal1]

I want to preorder it but not yet available for Australia yet😢

[@cloudattack3279]

Screen too big here. Im ordering a 2024 3.5 sport lux. Got two more weeks to sign up for an october delivery est., super impressed with this car.

[@schadenfreude8116]

Good to know that a body will fit in the back trunk area . . .

[@hyonnj9563]

the exterior changes are very nice, hate how current gen has so much chrome. but not a fan of the tablet style infotainment. Traditional cluster with full digital screen is so much better. I just ordered a 2025 GV70 and i'm thinking about blacking out all the chrome stripes. I'll be getting the redesign maybe in 3 years once all the kinks are worked out. Never a good idea to buy the first generation of a redesign

[@saligaurav]

Why genesis is not making hybrid models ?any specific reason?

[@MotorgraphWorld]

Genesis had plans to skip hybrid and move directly to electric vehicles, but I understand that due to a sharp decline in global electric vehicle sales, it has recently begun developing a hybrid system for rear-wheel drive.

[@ryanmatthew511]

The Mazda front fascia looks so bad... the need to fix that

[@jcjlll80]

모카에 gv70리뷰할때 앞유리에 잠시 나왔던 그 아름다운분이 이분이구나

[@romeoguitar]

MLA is in LG Gallery series TV , super white colors

[@Hyundai-Wes]

Hey Mari: Did you see the Korean car blog today? It's the story about the N74. I hope you're one of the first to review that supercar! Hyundai Wes

[@MotorgraphWorld]

I wish I could test it myself first! Thank you for your kind words~

[@xavierrobinson200]

Perfect

[@JuliusF-u6h]

The tail pipes looks like the Lexus RX350, I like the round pipes and 14 inch screen muuuuch better.

[@Blackandgifted]

When does this release?

[@MotorgraphWorld]

Already released in S. Korea 🇰🇷

[@Blackandgifted]

@@MotorgraphWorld do you know when it’ll release in US?

[@MotorgraphWorld]

Not announced yet :-(

[@hashimmoraisel8949]

My next car is GV70

[@michaelkim9640]

the definitely did a good job fixing the lower back area. used to look cheap. now it looks refined.

[@bobgibson1303]

Still no USB C.. you have to be kidding me

[@Dan-ut3bc]

I saw other first looks of the car and it does have USB C and wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay

[@wenhuiyu4506]

Sport is alway better .., everyone would prefer the sports ..!!

[@tayonguyen]

2026 model? I thought it was just a sport packs facelift

[@karanagrawal5911]

Does anyone think the old interior looked better?

[@sinjb6206]

Oh such minimal updates which is good in a way lol that way I don’t have to trade in my 2023 just yet lol

[@steeelblu]

I'm confused. Is this a 2025 or 2026 GV70?

[@MotorgraphWorld]

Oops my bad. The model year is 2025 in Korea and 2026 in the U.S. and overseas.

[@steeelblu]

@@MotorgraphWorld I hate to wait until mid 2025 (for the 2026) but the facelift is very appealing.

[@claudiapayton5862]

@@steeelbluI’m waiting

[@philhenderson3516]

2025 model year for South Korea and 2026 model year for International Markets, as Mari pointed out. These should become available at the end of 2024 / beginning of 2025 in international markets.

[@stevemartin4759]

Base model grill is better than the sport , imo

[@cdsjjav]

I left comment even before watching it 😊

[@myonghan1260]

❤🎉 좋아요

[@tsoleg8862]

All this great design around a meter long rectangular board!!!🤔

[@raisu-kun.youtube]

Wow...stunning design! I love genesis especially new GV70. I'm japanese though, I believe genesis exceeds lexus. Please sale it in Japan as well!

[@volcalstone]

She said the generic version. 😂 Mari sure does like her Sport version. So do I but the prior prestige rims are nice as well though.

[@boa4533]

Not a fan of a giant rectangle tablet that every manufacturer does now. The pre refreshed was much better

[@RellupNorth]

Go hybrid or mild hybrid. Pls not electric

[@neotek8582]

Don’t you mean 2025 and not 2026?

[@MotorgraphWorld]

It is scheduled to be sold in Korea as a 2025 model, but in other countries as a 2026 model.

[@fabianmolinari5566]

That rectangular tablet is very ugly, GV70 and GV80, l like the previus model better.

[@kfx3907]

Much better than the German integration.

[@karimiony9141]

I agree 100% it lost the luxury feel

[@velboone6041]

No it's not...😒

[@velboone6041]

​@@karimiony9141No it didn't..😒

[@thomaswattle9828]

@@kfx3907 BMW's looks like it was an after thought

[@CyberSkunk90]

This is the 2025 model. They havnt announced the 2026 models yet... No manufacturer has. You need to fix your title

[@MotorgraphWorld]

not really

[@Bren39]

S Korea is ahead in a different time warp...1 year. It's ridiculous putting out 26 cars when it's not even 25.

[@TayHKay]

More like a face wash..