Genesis GV70 Surpasses BMW and Lexus in US Expert Review

Genesis mid-size SUV GV70

[Asia Economy Reporter Choi Dae-yeol] Genesis's mid-size sports utility vehicle (SUV) GV70 Sport model ranked first in a comparison evaluation of small to mid-size high-end SUVs conducted by a leading American automotive magazine.

According to the results of a recent comparison evaluation by the U.S. magazine Car and Driver on the 29th, the GV70 scored a total of 213 points, surpassing BMW's X3 M40i and Lexus RX350F Sport to take the overall first place. This evaluation tested and scored four categories: product quality, powertrain, body, and driving feel. The X3 received 205 points, and the RX350 scored 178 points.

The publication, which has the highest sales volume among local automotive magazines, ranked the GV70 first in two of the four evaluation categories: product quality and body. In particular, it received a high score of 91 points in the product quality evaluation, which consists of driving convenience, ergonomics, convenience features, and interior and exterior design. It was also recognized for its competitiveness in the body evaluation, which includes handling, steering and brake performance, and overall performance. The powertrain and driving feel categories placed it second, following BMW.

The magazine commented, "Genesis has completed the task and become the winner," "Although equipped with all-season tires, it does not hesitate when quick movements are required," and "It has been made to compete confidently at the center of the luxury market."

This vehicle was previously selected as the SUV of the Year by the American magazine Motor Trend last year. It was also chosen as the best SUV at the Canadian AutoTrader Awards. It is currently sold in package form in Korea.

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