Electric GV70

[Wolf359fb]

The 2026 model certainly represents a tempting purchase proposition for me. Fyi.. Among several other things, a couple of new features on the 2026 eGV70 will be amber-colored rear turn signals and revised rear exterior door handles that duplicate front door handle functionality (think all-doors lock/unlock control).

I also saw rear cooling seats controls, but don't know if that's a Korea perk or all across the board in any market.

 

[rbreeze]

I also saw rear cooling seats controls, but don't know if that's a Korea perk or all across the board in any market.

Yes, rear ventilated seats might be a Korean market only perk/option... along with rear view camera mirror, surround (front/rear/side) video recording and front passenger memory seat - all such features seen in videos produced in Korea re the facelift GV70 ICE model.

 

[SirJangle]

Do you own one with matte paint? If so, what's different

Yes, I do. It's in my signature. Two main things: use detailing products designed for matte finishes, be careful not to scratch it or cause any blemishes because you can't "buff out" matte paint. I love mine!

 

[Wolf359fb]

Yes, I do. It's in my signature. Two main things: use detailing products designed for matte finishes, be careful not to scratch it or cause any blemishes because you can't "buff out" matte paint. I love mine!

Good thing if you can park it in a garage too.

I can't, I have an outside reserved parking with a charger, but a nearby tree is a nightmare for any car paint, not to mention the harsh winter conditions with salt and little rocks that become shrapnel on the roads, so I got my car fully film-protected (Also opens the door to using touchless automated carwashes).

 

[Blitz118]

Yes, rear ventilated seats might be a Korean market only perk/option... along with rear view camera mirror, surround (front/rear/side) video recording and front passenger memory seat - all such features seen in videos produced in Korea re the facelift GV70 ICE model.

I did not see the rearview camera mirror in the US version of the GV70 Electrified or the GV70 ICE, but I did see it in the Korean ICE version. I would be disappointed if the US GV70 Electrified does not include this feature, as I was looking forward to it. Since rearview cameras are included in the refreshed GV80 and GV80 coupe, I hope they will also be available in the GV70 Electrified.

 

[rbreeze]

I did not see the rearview camera mirror in the US version of the GV70 Electrified or the GV70 ICE, but I did see it in the Korean ICE version. I would be disappointed if the US GV70 Electrified does not include this feature, as I was looking forward to it. Since rearview cameras are included in the refreshed GV80 and GV80 coupe, I hope they will also be available in the GV70 Electrified.

I was disappointed to see that the 2026 "facelift" Electrified GV70 on display at the LA Auto Show didn't have the rearview camera mirror feature... or surround view video recording capability. I didn't see rear ventilated seat controls on that vehicle either. But I did see amber-colored rear turn signal illumination and the telltale 'door locking dimple' on the face of a rear door handle.
The '26 eGV70 in LA was a pre-production car. Perhaps the final version vehicle for North America will offer a few more 'interesting' features per the fully-equipped Korean market facelift GV70 ICE vehicles we've been seeing on YouTube.

 

[Wolf359fb]

So my daughter picked Santa Claus red.

Happy holidays!

 

[Wolf359fb]

Interesting technology being explored for Genesis EV's:

https://www.topgear.com/car-news/future-tech/hyundais-new-tech-melts-windscreen-ice-three-times-faster-regular-tech

 

[RonG]

I don't mind advertising that I drive an electric vehicle so recently installed an "electric" vehicle emblem. I tried buying just the letter "E" from the Genesis dealer parts department, but they only sell the complete word (emblem). So I purchased the "electric" emblem from a Hyundai parts department. The emblem used on one of their electric SUVs. It was easy to install as all of the letters are contained in a styrofoam wrapping with an adhesive backing. I carefully measured so that the emblem would be equal distance from body lines and edges to match the GV70 emblem on the left hand side. After prepping the surface I just pressed it into place, and carefully removed the wrapping. Note the pictures attached, also my license plate holder purchased from KDM warehouse.

 

[Wolf359fb]

I don't mind advertising that I drive an electric vehicle so recently installed an "electric" vehicle emblem. I tried buying just the letter "E" from the Genesis dealer parts department, but they only sell the complete word (emblem). So I purchased the "electric" emblem from a Hyundai parts department. The emblem used on one of their electric SUVs. It was easy to install as all of the letters are contained in a styrofoam wrapping with an adhesive backing. I carefully measured so that the emblem would be equal distance from body lines and edges to match the GV70 emblem on the left hand side. After prepping the surface I just pressed it into place, and carefully removed the wrapping. Note the pictures attached, also my license plate holder purchased from KDM warehouse.

Where I live electrics have green licence plate lettering, while ICE cars have blue. PHEV's also have green but still, it's a good giveaway (That and the different grille and bumpers, but not everyone will notice that).

I think Hyundai is starting to make Tesla adapters available soon, I hope Genesis will get going on this in the near future, because it's a charging option I'm curious to try.

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[HoustonEaDo]

I think Hyundai is starting to make Tesla adapters available soon, I hope Genesis will get going on this in the near future, because it's a charging option I'm curious to try.

NACS adapters should be available shortly...

Free NACS adapters will soon enable Supercharger access for Hyundai EVs

Those who own or lease a Hyundai EV by Jan. 31, 2025—and currently have the vehicle—will be eligible to receive the NACS adapter.

www.greencarreports.com

 

[Wolf359fb]

NACS adapters should be available shortly...

Free NACS adapters will soon enable Supercharger access for Hyundai EVs

Those who own or lease a Hyundai EV by Jan. 31, 2025—and currently have the vehicle—will be eligible to receive the NACS adapter.

www.greencarreports.com

Thanks, I hope the Canadian market won't be left behind for months after the U.S. market (Which would not be surprising if there's any shortage of adapters...)!

 

[Ed_S]

Even if Hyundai/Genesis adapters aren't available soon after the Tesla SC's are updated to charge our vehicles, there are always other options if charging with a Tesla SC is a priority. We have a GV70EV and a Polestar PS2, when Polestar/Volvo became eligible to use the SC's in late 2024, we purchased an A2Z Typhoon Pro NACS adapter for charging the Polestar on the Tesla SC's, works without any issue on the Polestar, will also work with other EV's that need NACS adapters, cost of the A2Z adapter was about $175 with available discounts.

If Genesis is providing a free adapter, I will certainly take it, but if the Genesis adapter is not free, I'll probably just stick with the A2Z adapter and swap it between cars when there's a need for Tesla SC charging, which would most likely only be needed for road trips.

 

[SebringSilver]

I don't mind advertising that I drive an electric vehicle so recently installed an "electric" vehicle emblem. I tried buying just the letter "E" from the Genesis dealer parts department, but they only sell the complete word (emblem). So I purchased the "electric" emblem from a Hyundai parts department. The emblem used on one of their electric SUVs. It was easy to install as all of the letters are contained in a styrofoam wrapping with an adhesive backing. I carefully measured so that the emblem would be equal distance from body lines and edges to match the GV70 emblem on the left hand side. After prepping the surface I just pressed it into place, and carefully removed the wrapping. Note the pictures attached, also my license plate holder purchased from KDM warehouse.

Looks very OEM! Nicely done.

You might want to consider buying this for your OK sticker.

HOV OK Sticker Holders

Save your paint using the original HOV OK sticker holder. Uses less plastic and an even better value.

store.mellenger.com

 

[Wolf359fb]

Even if Hyundai/Genesis adapters aren't available soon after the Tesla SC's are updated to charge our vehicles, there are always other options if charging with a Tesla SC is a priority. We have a GV70EV and a Polestar PS2, when Polestar/Volvo became eligible to use the SC's in late 2024, we purchased an A2Z Typhoon Pro NACS adapter for charging the Polestar on the Tesla SC's, works without any issue on the Polestar, will also work with other EV's that need NACS adapters, cost of the A2Z adapter was about $175 with available discounts.

If Genesis is providing a free adapter, I will certainly take it, but if the Genesis adapter is not free, I'll probably just stick with the A2Z adapter and swap it between cars when there's a need for Tesla SC charging, which would most likely only be needed for road trips.

In the province I can live by perfectly fine without the Tesla network, as there is a decent public network here.

However, venturing in the U.S. is a much more spotty experience, and having the Tesla network as a backup option would be nice.

I'm curious about your experience owning the Polestar 2 and electric GV70, pros and cons of both vehicles, what you like/dislike most in each?

 

[Ed_S]

In the province I can live by perfectly fine without the Tesla network, as there is a decent public network here.

However, venturing in the U.S. is a much more spotty experience, and having the Tesla network as a backup option would be nice.

I'm curious about your experience owning the Polestar 2 and electric GV70, pros and cons of both vehicles, what you like/dislike most in each?

Quick background, going into Spring'24, we had a leased Volvo XC40 EV which we liked, but wanted to upgrade to a larger and more current EV, this road eventually led to our leasing the GV70EV. We also owned a 2016 BMW 435i convertible, and once we upgraded from the Volvo to the Genesis, we decided to have a 2nd EV to replace the BMW, this eventually led us to the Polestar PS2, also leased.

If we could only have one car, it would be the G70EV, various reasons including size, software and EV platform seems more mature, more comfortable ride, just a better all around car that suits our needs. If we're taking a ride more than 45 minutes, the GV70 is almost always the choice.

As a second car, absolutely love the Polestar PS2, we have the performance package, and I'd compare the handling of the PS2 to our previous BMW 435i. Software doesn't seem as stable as the GV70EV, but overall it's been ok and hasn't been an issue. Lots of fun to take for "sporty" drives, but we generally don't use the car for drives exceeding 45 minutes just because the GV70 is more comfortable.

 

[Wolf359fb]

Quick background, going into Spring'24, we had a leased Volvo XC40 EV which we liked, but wanted to upgrade to a larger and more current EV, this road eventually led to our leasing the GV70EV. We also owned a 2016 BMW 435i convertible, and once we upgraded from the Volvo to the Genesis, we decided to have a 2nd EV to replace the BMW, this eventually led us to the Polestar PS2, also leased.

If we could only have one car, it would be the G70EV, various reasons including size, software and EV platform seems more mature, more comfortable ride, just a better all around car that suits our needs. If we're taking a ride more than 45 minutes, the GV70 is almost always the choice.

As a second car, absolutely love the Polestar PS2, we have the performance package, and I'd compare the handling of the PS2 to our previous BMW 435i. Software doesn't seem as stable as the GV70EV, but overall it's been ok and hasn't been an issue. Lots of fun to take for "sporty" drives, but we generally don't use the car for drives exceeding 45 minutes just because the GV70 is more comfortable.

I like the looks of the Polestar 2, but your comments align with what I read about its suspension - Perfectly adequate for smooth California roads but too stiff and harsh on pothole-infested areas (Like where I live).

The BMW i4 looks interesting too, if not for the beaver teeth front-end grille. The upcoming 3-Series (Which will have an electric version as well) looks like it's getting rid of giant grilles for a more horizontal look that includes the headlight assembly, it appears better but we'll see better once the prototypes shed their camo.

Not that I'm interested in changing, I just welcome new EV options on the market, the more the merrier.

Just for the fun of it, to change from the pristine car pictures we always post here, I'm going with the filthiest, this is what winter is doing to every car here (And the reason I wrapped the matte paint because all the grime would take its toll on it...)!

 

[Ed_S]

I like the looks of the Polestar 2, but your comments align with what I read about its suspension - Perfectly adequate for smooth California roads but too stiff and harsh on pothole-infested areas (Like where I live).

The BMW i4 looks interesting too, if not for the beaver teeth front-end grille. The upcoming 3-Series (Which will have an electric version as well) looks like it's getting rid of giant grilles for a more horizontal look that includes the headlight assembly, it appears better but we'll see better once the prototypes shed their camo.

Not that I'm interested in changing, I just welcome new EV options on the market, the more the merrier.

Just for the fun of it, to change from the pristine car pictures we always post here, I'm going with the filthiest, this is what winter is doing to every car here (And the reason I wrapped the matte paint because all the grime would take its toll on it...)!

We live in northern NJ, combination of some good roads, some not so good roads. The PS2 with performance package includes adjustable Ohlins shocks, so you can adjust fairly easily to suit your driving preferences and road conditions. I've found that the PS2 driving dynamics is very similar to the car it replaced (435i w/X drive), taking a decent curve at a "sporty" speed, the car has no detectable body roll, in some ways it's similar to a Mini-Cooper, almost "go-cart" type handling. Have to say that the GV70EV, set to "sport mode", exceeds expectations for a how a SUV this size & weight handles.

I did consider an i4, but the PS2 was probably +$25k less expensive, we leased the PS2 in June'24, at that time Polestar was offering significant discounts off of '24 models to clear out inventory for the '25 models, that played a big factor in leasing a fully loaded PS2.

Other than BMW and Polestar, can't think of anyone else offering a small-mid sized "sporty" EV sedan. I could never consider a Tesla, even before Musk's transformation, I think it is important to have a driver's side display, some knobs/switches for routine controls, etc.

 

[Wolf359fb]

We live in northern NJ, combination of some good roads, some not so good roads. The PS2 with performance package includes adjustable Ohlins shocks, so you can adjust fairly easily to suit your driving preferences and road conditions. I've found that the PS2 driving dynamics is very similar to the car it replaced (435i w/X drive), taking a decent curve at a "sporty" speed, the car has no detectable body roll, in some ways it's similar to a Mini-Cooper, almost "go-cart" type handling. Have to say that the GV70EV, set to "sport mode", exceeds expectations for a how a SUV this size & weight handles.

I did consider an i4, but the PS2 was probably +$25k less expensive, we leased the PS2 in June'24, at that time Polestar was offering significant discounts off of '24 models to clear out inventory for the '25 models, that played a big factor in leasing a fully loaded PS2.

Other than BMW and Polestar, can't think of anyone else offering a small-mid sized "sporty" EV sedan. I could never consider a Tesla, even before Musk's transformation, I think it is important to have a driver's side display, some knobs/switches for routine controls, etc.

Agreed on Tesla, I think they will start to feel the heat from more and more traditional carmakers going the EV route. As a Model 3 competitor, the Ioniq6 comes to mind - I'm actually okay with the styling, yet am aware it is polarizing and not to everyone's liking.

 

[Ed_S]

Agreed on Tesla, I think they will start to feel the heat from more and more traditional carmakers going the EV route. As a Model 3 competitor, the Ioniq6 comes to mind - I'm actually okay with the styling, yet am aware it is polarizing and not to everyone's liking.

The Ioniq6 appeals to me also, I might have considered it if not for the deal on the Polestar. I think the car looks better in person than it does in pictures or videos. One time when I was charging the GV70 at an EA station, I was parked next to an Ioniq6, definitely has a "unique" coolness factor to it (at least for me).