Is the 2026 Genesis GV70 the BEST new compact luxury sport SUV?

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The updated 2026 Genesis GV70 can be either ICE or electric. The overall dimensions are well-shaped and the styling is impressive. Refreshed headlights feature multi-cube LEDs and LED daytime running lamps. The front grill includes a dark chrome Genesis finish with gloss black inserts, a forward-facing camera. Corner air curtains are functional. Non-functional area on the bottom. It rides on multi-spoke wheels with hash marks, a gunmetal grey finish, Genesis branded six-piston calipers. The car has standard all-wheel drive and 21-inch wheels with 255/40-section tyres. Everything painted; no gloss black cladding. The review notes there are power-folding mirrors with color matching and 360-degree cameras. The back is very sporty, and they made it flow well. The review makes it plain that the rear pillar flows into the quarter glass and it is fitted with a long roof spoiler. The rear wiper is prominent. It also has thin updated taillights and a nice 3.5-liter twin-turbo with 375 horsepower and eight-speed automatic transmission. Inside, the design of the interior has nappa leather with contrast stitching, an ambient lighting and Bang & Olufsen sound. A new uninterrupted 27-inch screen controls infotainment. You can switch between modes. There is an aluminum direct drive control knob and a wireless charging pad. The model shown features leather with a diamond quilt.