Genesis G70 vs Lexus IS
Overview | |
MSRP$41,500 | MSRP$39,125 |
Average price$32,186 | Average price$25,453 |
Listings87 | Listings251 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryWhile the Germans have long dominated the sport-luxury sedan segment, they face mounting pressure from the Koreans. Case in point, Genesis has been on a tear lately, gaining market share and impressing critics and consumers alike with fresh aesthetics and excellent chassis design. The Hyundai luxury brand’s compact G70 is such an animal, coming on to the scene for the 2024 model year with only a few styling tweaks and a brand-new engine option Verdict: A new, more powerful base engine arrives for this model year and, paired with the car’s excellent handling, great build quality, and impressive safety tech, makes even the least-expensive 2024 Genesis G70 a compelling choice. The G70 is a bit more snug than a BMW 3 Series–particularly in the trunk–but if you can live with a little less cargo space, it’s more than worth a look. | |
Reviews SummaryAfter a substantial refresh for the 2021 model year, the 2022 Lexus IS lineup returns with a handful of minor updates and a significant improvement in performance. The new 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance also debuts this year, packing a normally-aspirated 5.0-liter V8 and laugh-riot driving dynamics. We sampled the new 2022 IS 500 in the suburbs and outskirts of Phoenix, and if you’re among the driving enthusiasts who miss the discontinued Lexus GS F, this is a credible substitute. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 300 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower300 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City21 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 300 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque311 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm | Torque258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm |
Horsepower300 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City21 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space10.5 cu ft | Cargo Space10.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight3721 lbs | Curb Weight3715 lbs |
Height55.1 in | Height56.5 in |
Length184.4 in | Length185.4 in |
Width72.8 in | Width72.4 in |
Wheelbase111.6 in | Wheelbase110.2 in |
Maximum Payload953 lbs | Maximum Payload825 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $41,500 | $39,125 |
Average price | $32,186 | $25,453 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.6 | 4.5 |
Expert reviews | 8.7 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | While the Germans have long dominated the sport-luxury sedan segment, they face mounting pressure from the Koreans. Case in point, Genesis has been on a tear lately, gaining market share and impressing critics and consumers alike with fresh aesthetics and excellent chassis design. The Hyundai luxury brand’s compact G70 is such an animal, coming on to the scene for the 2024 model year with only a few styling tweaks and a brand-new engine option Verdict: A new, more powerful base engine arrives for this model year and, paired with the car’s excellent handling, great build quality, and impressive safety tech, makes even the least-expensive 2024 Genesis G70 a compelling choice. The G70 is a bit more snug than a BMW 3 Series–particularly in the trunk–but if you can live with a little less cargo space, it’s more than worth a look. | After a substantial refresh for the 2021 model year, the 2022 Lexus IS lineup returns with a handful of minor updates and a significant improvement in performance. The new 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance also debuts this year, packing a normally-aspirated 5.0-liter V8 and laugh-riot driving dynamics. We sampled the new 2022 IS 500 in the suburbs and outskirts of Phoenix, and if you’re among the driving enthusiasts who miss the discontinued Lexus GS F, this is a credible substitute. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 300 hp I4 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 300 hp @ 5800 rpm | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City | 21 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 300 hp I4 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque | 311 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm |
Horsepower | 300 hp @ 5800 rpm | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 10.5 cu ft | 10.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3721 lbs | 3715 lbs |
Height | 55.1 in | 56.5 in |
Length | 184.4 in | 185.4 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 72.4 in |
Wheelbase | 111.6 in | 110.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 953 lbs | 825 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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