New 2026 Genesis GV70 Facelift Review “Luxury For Less'

Genesis GV70 facelift is refreshed with a sporty exterior and an upscaled interior with features. Check out more with Mari Cho.

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Timeline:
00:00 GV70 Facelift
03:44 GV70 Variants
04:43 Interior
08:31 Verdict

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[jeromecha]

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!

[BLRGBattlemaster]

I think it looks better than the previous one.

[aye]

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!

[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.

[deemm]

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.

[tjkim]

Facelift looks very nice Mari looks good too

[choosealongerhandletocontinue]

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.

[williadr]

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

[IsabelleSt.Pierre-qn]

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

[OnePotMeals]

Nice job, I’m looking forward to the US release.

[susanharlan]

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.

[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".

[Tully]

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.

[timw]

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

[andyyellykohler]

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.

[michaelvella]

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

[ricksanchez]

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

[jeffs]

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.

[philhenderson]

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