Video Summary
Here is a summary of the video provided:- Genesis GV70 is the newest luxury brand.
- The compact luxury SUV segment is important in the U.S.
- GV70 has made quite a splash and won many awards.
- The 2026 model year has some upgrades.
- Overall exterior design remains bold and stands out.
- Trim levels are being tweaked to be more simplified for 2026.
- The top-tier Sport Prestige model has a darkened chrome grill with a signature crest shape and very aggressive lower fascia.
- Big update to exterior front: Headlights have a signature double daytime running light, and a multi-spoke crystal LED headlight with a beautiful design.
- Several wheel selections are available. The model shown has the largest: 21-inch alloy.
- Gloss black accents tastefully used on mirrors that are fully loaded including auto-dimming and power-folding.
- Overall vehicle length stays 185 inches.
- Rear design has minor tweaks; didn't need many updates. They haven't over-complicated it.
- It has a spoiler at the top and an integrated wiper, plus a sleek tailgate.
- The design contains a simplistic design that looks classy and elegant.
- Tail lights follow a signature Genesis theme with a full LED setup.
- Down at the lower diffuser area is glossy black and sporty.
- Exhaust outlets are tweaked to a trapezoidal look. The vehicle tow rating is 3,500 pounds for both engine choices.
- Every active safety feature comes standard equipment. V6 models get the more advanced Highway Drive Assist 2.0.
- Interior is getting upgrades for 2026.
- It has a smart entry system and conventional door handle set up.
- Beautiful Nappa leather seats are light cream with orange contrast accents.
- Seats have many adjustments, including power thigh extension and massage.
- There's leather on the doors and stitching detail.
- The display is a thin 27-inch display. Reconfigurable gauges and a head-up display are included.
- Features included B&O sound system on most trim levels.
- It has a decent size center storage and large wireless phone charging pad.
- No storage above center but did rearrange. The model has black trim.
- Electronic shifter with a beautiful glass finish.
- All climate panels have physical controls and haptic feedback.
- Heated and ventilated seats are onboard.
- Rear seating has orange seatbelts and ambient lighting. Rear passenger has air vents and electronic back-seat climate controls, as well as USB-C ports, and a household outlet to power electronics. Rear seats recline somewhat.
- Cargo space is 29 cubic feet with seats up; 56 down. Underneath is where the spare tire goes.
- 2.5L Turbo 1-4 or 3.5 L Twin-Turbo V-6 engines. Both have 8-Speed Auto and All-Wheel-Drive.
- It's estimated 20–24 MPG combined.
- MSRP ranges $47,985 to $70,095, before destination fees.
- The 2026 model has started to roll out to dealerships at the time of the video release.
