• The Genesis GV60 Magma is even louder than a Chevrolet Corvette Stingray when both models are switched to their loudest modes, our testing shows.
  • With the GV60 Magma’s Virtual Gear Shift engaged, the electric compact crossover’s simulated V-6 peaked at 102 decibels during our acceleration runs.
  • In comparison, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N peaked at 71 dBA, while the 2027 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray equipped with the quad center-exit exhaust pipes reached 97 dBA.

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The Genesis GV60 Magma is, well, red-hot. With up to 641 horsepower under your right foot, the electric crossover is a performance machine. Plus, as we detailed in a recent story, the performance GV60 doesn’t sacrifice any of that performance while in its faux-shifting mode, unlike the mechanically identical Hyundai Ioniq 5 N. In our testing, we found that not only is the GV60 Magma a performance monster, but it shouts like one, too.

At full throttle and set to its Virtual Shift Mode, which simulates an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and a 9000-rpm V-6, we recorded the Magma’s interior volume at 102 decibels. That’s considerably louder than the Ioniq 5 N’s 71-dBA max. It’s also louder than a 2027 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray with its 535-hp 6.7-liter V-8. Even when equipped with its optional $5395 quad center-exit exhaust system, the Vette reached a peak of 97 dBA at full chat when we activated its Track mode.

Sure, the Magma’s volume stems from a few lines of code and some speakers masquerading as an engine, while the Corvette has the real thing. But the Magma’s performance is very real, and despite being fake, its simulated shifting and adjustable engine noise are impressive facsimiles.

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