Genesis G70 Spied Getting Ready to Battle BMW 3 Series
The Genesis luxury sub-brand from Hyundai is getting ready to take on the popular BMW 3 Series.
Spy photographers have caught the Genesis G70 testing in Germany, looking like a toned-down version of the Genesis New York Concept. Now that the Genesis G80 and G90 models are heading to dealerships, the Korean automaker is turning its attention to an entry-level offering.
The Genesis G70 will compete with the Mercedes-Benz C-Class and Audi A4, along with the BMW 3 Series and will likely come standard with rear-wheel drive, with all-wheel drive as an option.
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Under the hood, expect certain models to use a 3.3-liter turbocharged V6 engine, while more affordable variants will have a four-cylinder turbo engine. A hybrid version will also join the lineup.
According to a leaked road map, the Genesis G70 was originally scheduled to make its debut this year. But given how much camouflage it is still wearing, next year might be more likely.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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They also need a G60 to go after the 1-Series / 2-Series