The new electric Genesis GV60 coupe-SUV manages up to 321 miles of range and will rival the Tesla Model Y
- Based on the same platform as the Kia EV6
- Available with a choice of three powertrains and range of up to 321 miles
- Pre-orders are open now with prices starting from £47,005
After it was revealed last year, the Genesis GV60 is now available to pre-order with prices starting from £47,005. The new EV is a stylish coupe-SUV, that’s available with rear and all-wheel drive powertrains and a range of up to 321 miles. It’s expected in showrooms before the end of the year
The new GV60 is available in three trim levels: Premium, Sport and Sport Plus. Pre-orders can be placed via the Genesis website for a fully refundable £1,000 deposit. The new car is the first purpose-built EV from the brand and will rival the likes of the Tesla Model Y and Audi Q4 e-tron. It sits on the same ‘E-GMP’ underpinnings as the Kia EV6 and Hyundai Ioniq 5, which bodes well; the Ioniq 5 has already scored 4.5 stars in our full review.
2022 Genesis GV60: prices, performance and range
The GV60 will be available with both rear and all-wheel drive at launch. Every version gets a 77.4kWh battery.
The range starts with the rear-wheel drive Premium model, which is powered by a single electric motor producing 222bhp with a range of up to 321 miles. Prices start from £47,005.
Above this the Sport variant starts from £53,605, and gains an additional electric motor on the front axle for four-wheel drive, which boosts power to 310bhp. In spite of the increased power, this model can officially return up to 292 miles on a charge.
At the top of the GV60 lineup, the Sport Plus variant starts from £65,405, and is capable of up to 289 miles. It boasts the same dual-motor powertrain, but with power increased to 423bhp. Genesis has also added a special Boost mode that increases power to 476bhp for a 10 second period, allowing for a 0-62mph time of four seconds, along with a Drift mode that gives the GV60 the more playful feel of a rear-wheel drive model. To help maximise range, both four-wheel drive models can automatically disengage the front motor to improve efficiency.
The GV60 also has a 800V electrical system, which allows for 350kW rapid charging. This means that, when connected to a DC rapid charger, a 10 to 80% recharge should take 18 minutes. The car can also be charged via a home or office wallbox at 11kW.
Design
In terms of appearance, the GV60 is a similar shape to the EV6 and uses the same split-level headlamps and large grillie found on the brand’s G70 Shooting Brake. To help improve aerodynamic efficiency, the GV60 is equipped with pop-out door handles. Traditional door mirrors have also been replaced by rear-view cameras that are linked to two small screens mounted on the door cards, much like those found in the Honda e.
The GV60 is the first Genesis to feature a clamshell bonnet, a single panel that combines the bonnet and bumpers. A chrome line flows from the windscreen a Daylight Opening (DLO) window, which extends the C-pillars. At the rear there is a fixed-wing spoiler and split-level taillights.
Interior and technology
Inside, the cabin is designed around the brand’s design ethos of “Beauty of White Space”, featuring a simple, spacious layout. The centre console appears to float between the driver’s and front passenger seat but the digital dial cluster and 12.3-inch infotainment screen look very similar to those found in the GV80 SUV. Full specifications will be confirmed later this year, but the brand has already said that standard technology will include wireless phone charging and a ‘Crystal Sphere’ gear selector, which can inform the driver of driving modes.
Genesis says the GV60 also benefits from a completely flat floor, increasing passenger and luggage space.
Other new technology includes Genesis’s Fingerprint Authentication System, which is operated via the brand’s Digital Key 2 smartphone system, replacing the physical key. This means owners can open and start their cars with their fingerprint. Over-the-air (OTA) wireless updates also feature, with Genesis confirming that several of the car’s key systems can receive OTA updates, including the driver assistance suite, steering, suspension and brakes.
The GV60 also features active noise cancelling to help make the interior quieter on the move. To further aid comfort, the suspension is controlled by the ‘Road Preview’ system, which uses a camera and the car’s GPS location to adjust the suspension to maximise comfort.
Safety
The brand’s latest Advanced Driver Assistance Systems safety suite comes as standard and includes smart cruise control, lane follow assist, lane keep assist, blind-spot warning, high beam assist, forward collision avoidance and emergency autonomous braking.
Keyword: New electric Genesis GV60 available to pre-order starting from £47,005