Genesis G70 2020 Review (3.3T V6) // A $30,000 Better Kia Stinger GT?!

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Genesis G70 2020 Review by Matt Brand Cars. The 2020 Genesis G70 Ultimate Sport 3.3T is one of THE BEST luxury sports cars you can buy TODAY. But is it worth $30,000 more than the 2020 Kia Stinger GT? Today we find out!
The Genesis G70 competes with cars like the BMW M340i, Mercedes Benz C43 AMG and Audi S4. So should you buy one? In today's in-depth review, we will find out.
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TIMELINE:
00:00 - Intro
01:23 - Exterior - Front
02:30 - Exterior - Side
03:19 - Exterior - Rear
03:51 - Exhaust Sounds
05:26 - Launch Control
05:42 - Interior - Overall Look, Layout and Feel
06:21 - Ergonomics and Practicality
07:03 - Seats
08:01 - Steering Wheel
09:08 - Instrument Cluster + HUD
10:02 - 8” Infotainment Display
11:03 - Air-Conditioning Controls
11:28 - Rear Seats
12:35 - Boot / Luggage Space
13:05 - How it Drives
13:18 - 3.3T Engine Specs
13:45 - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission
13:57 - RWD vs AWD
14:24 - 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)
14:53 - Drive Modes
15:13 - Suspension
15:49 - Handling
15:56 - LSD and Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Tyres
16:13 - Fuel Economy
17:08 - Is it Worth It? / Should you Buy One?
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@CarSauce 4 года назад

*VOTE* on whether you prefer the looks of the 2020 Stinger GT or 2020 Genesis G70! Click _LIKE_ for the Stinger GT, or _COMMENT_ "G70" for the Genesis G70! (I'm doing this because RU-vid has turned off the vote option 😕)

@bobbywilson5664 4 года назад

Stinger - any day

@RossZ32 4 года назад

Both look and drive great, but I think the Stinger looks better 👌🏻

@SlipAngleG70 4 года назад

G70 for sure but the Stinger is nice too.. the "like and comment" voting method doesn't really work because when people enjoy a video they automatically hit like anyways, skewing the results...

@edosullivan76 4 года назад

G70

@Yoshdogg 4 года назад

I went with the Stinger. G70 is still a very nice car, with some better touches, but overall, perfectly happy with my Stinger.

@genesisg7022 4 года назад

I purchased the Genesis G70. It's my daily driver. I own two other vehicles, so I don't need rear passenger space nor do I need a bigger trunk. My Genesis G70 is my personal vehicle. Currently I have over 37,000 miles on it and no problems. Santiago Silver. If I only had/have one vehicle, I would have chosen the Kia Stinger for the passenger and trunk space. I prefer the look of the Genesis G70 over the looks of the Kia Stinger.

@CarSauce 4 года назад

Great choice! It's a beautiful car 😊

@kingqueen9079 3 года назад

Really Genesis looks very special on the street. It's looks better than any other cars.

@CarSauce 3 года назад

Really special! Can't wait to review the new G70 🙂

@timw2083 3 года назад

The Stinger looks better than the 2019 but the 2021 G70 refresh looks amazing. The grill makes the difference.

@CarSauce 3 года назад

Man the new face-lift looks insane, so excited for it!

@mckylecfc 3 года назад

Yes the refresh G70 will be awesome.They fixed the G70 front, now I hope they also fix the Stinger rear roofline next n soon.... Should be more A5 than A7. Yes active exhaust is a must at these prices in 2021.

@curley1b 4 года назад

Pre Covid I was driving my 3.3 Sport 600km per week on the highway and was getting ~8L/100km consistent. Love the car, very happy with the choice of this car.

@CarSauce 4 года назад

Congrats! What colour did you choose for yours?!

@vanallen9453 4 года назад

...as a new subscriber just today..thoroughly enjoying your real world down -to -earth reviewing style and your sense of humor...keep up the great work...

@CarSauce 4 года назад

Thank you! I really appreciate that, made my day :)

@joetrombkaii997 4 года назад

Nice review. Here in the States, the Stinger is priced more or less at about the same as the G70. So now what's the answer? I went with the G70.. better handling and speed. I don't need rear seat room or trunk and that's that's about the only thing "better" with the Stinger. And maybe it's my age, but I do prefer the over all look of the G. Keep the reviews coming!

@CarSauce 4 года назад

If they were the same price here, that would be a tough choice! Quite a bit of cost here is a Luxury Tax placed on cars, so that makes sense :) What colour did you go for with your G70?

@joetrombkaii997 4 года назад

@@CarSauce I went with Adriatic Blue. Originally wanted Mallorca, but it was taking too long to arrive. :-) No patience. LOL I was surprised to learn that price difference you folks have down there. I also went with the brown leather (not available in Sport trim) in the Prestige 3.3t AWD. Loving the ride and that blue really grew on me.... to the point that I'm glad I got it. And although I doubt I'd add it as a separate option, the Heads Up Display is turning into a more fun and useful feature than I thought.

@SlipAngleG70 4 года назад

Agree completely

@user-mc1zn5fn5u 3 года назад

@@joetrombkaii997 > I wanted this color. But with my it was only one car, Arctic White. And, because it was 2020 model year, dealer offered me a deal I can not decline, $5000 off.

@raymadani270 4 года назад

I love the positive energy you have, mate

@CarSauce 4 года назад

Thank you Ray! Really appreciate it ☺️

@michaelthompson4178 4 года назад

I went with the Stinger, I think it looks better but I really like that diamond stitched interior

@CarSauce 4 года назад

The diamond stitching is one of the big reasons I love this car haha!

@Cgee3 3 года назад

Quilted leather seats will be optional on the refreshed Stinger in some markets.

@redoak33 3 года назад

MattBrandCars stinger does not look better, it’s like a fatter brother of the g70

@michaelthompson4178 3 года назад

@@redoak33 to each their own, the grill is stupid big imo, not a fan of the front end at all, the rear is ok but if u like that's all that matters.

@JimmyHuynhdesign 3 года назад

@@redoak33 He said "I think it looks better"...emphasis on the I

@leonted4290 4 года назад

Hyundai/ Genesis are killing it 🔥🔥

@CarSauce 4 года назад

Yes, they absolutely are! 🙌

@ashoorasahak5872 3 года назад

Hi there, I live in Melbourne Australia and just brought a g70 ultimate 3.3lt and I absolutely love it!! The car looks amazing and the looks that you get from other car owners is incredible.. love it!!

@JUMBO747-4U 19 дней назад

Awesome review Matt. Love ❤️ your attitude; your approach, & your delivery. I’m proud of you son ✊.

@potatocubes69 4 года назад

Definitely needs more subs

@CarSauce 4 года назад

Thanks mate, means a lot 😊

@GKlatt-fz2gs 4 года назад

I was just thinking the same thing.

@CarSauce 4 года назад

@@GKlatt-fz2gs always open to people sharing my channel and videos 😜

@jacobbrooke8804 4 года назад

Wow... I'm actually a fan of the G70! Very impressed by the interior

@CarSauce 4 года назад

It's pretty awesome! The diamond leather quilting was a shock

@TheJakayy341 4 года назад

Awesome. I want one of these.

@CarSauce 4 года назад

It's a really great car :)

@francistaylor1822 4 года назад

@@CarSauce Its just doesn't sound like it for the price in comparison to the stinger

@larryblackburn9225 4 года назад

2020 Kia stinger GT2 hands down.

@belvederedog3015 4 года назад

An excellent review of a very excellent car. I would happily buy one ahead of the equivalent BM, Merc or Audi. They are also nice cars. There is something nice about the Genesis. Perhaps it is the Aston Martin type badge? The seats in the genesis have a lovely look to them as compared to my Stinger. Indeed they are Nappa leather but so is the Stingers. I just wish Kia did some piping around the Stinger seats like they did on my previous Cerato GT. Then it would be the mutt's nuts. In my opinion, and I am bias, I just can't see $30K extra value in the Genesis as compared to my Stinger which has everything standard. The equipment is the same, the driving modes are the same, the engine is the same, and there are mainly cosmetic differences between them. I do like the looks of my Stinger compared to the Genesis which looks like the BM. Both the Genesis and Stinger are great cars but when push came to shove, and it did, the Stinger won. The Stinger also has a better warranty of 7 years and if you get it serviced at the same dealer they will extend it for another 3 years. Genesis is a five year warranty. To each their own I guess.

@CarSauce 4 года назад

Thank you! It is a big price jump, though here in Australia its mostly because of the 33% luxury tax placed on cars above $68k or so :/

@belvederedog3015 4 года назад

@@CarSauce Indeed. I had to pay it when I bought my Merc a few years ago. I would have thought Genesis would have priced it the same as Kia to avoid the luxury tax.

@marcussimmons2708 3 года назад

Pretty car. I like that candy apple red color... 👍🏾!

@CarSauce 3 года назад

It is very eye catching!

@DEATHSTARER 4 года назад

Great car.A couple of areas that cheapens this car,namely the very KIA Cerato infotainment screen and the Hyundai i30N instruments. And Matt reckons the rear end is bland? The new G70/G80/G90 as well as the GV80 SUV with the split headlight/taillight arrangement as well as the updated interior will all be absolute screamers.

@CarSauce 4 года назад

Yes have seen some of the leaks for the G70 and it's going to look fantastic! Especially the headlights, although overall I said I liked it a lot 😀

@cisco9027 3 года назад

The exhaust is louder than my Tesla's.

@CarSauce 3 года назад

😅

@snoopfobz 3 года назад

Just get a bara 1/4 for the price and way faster and cheap on maintenance however G70 looks way better

@tommymilligan2359 3 года назад

G70 for me. Had a choice to purchase either and I just can’t do the interior vents in the stinger... plus test drive both and the G70 just handles better and off the line is just quicker and funnier.

@CarSauce 3 года назад

Fair enough!

@johnhancock6374 3 года назад

“Hi-yoon-dai”. Lol

@SlipAngleG70 4 года назад

G70!!

@CarSauce 4 года назад

Woop!

@joetrombkaii997 4 года назад

As stated in my reply below, I'm quite surprised about the price difference of the G70 vs the Stinger. Feel free to delete this comment if inappropriate. Is it the country that is taxing the G70 more or is Genisis just cranking up the price? I point this out since Motor Trend did an article on this very topic. You might know which one they thought was better ( :-) ), but is US the only country where pricing of both are similar (or in some cases the G70 is LESS?)

@CarSauce 4 года назад

No need to delete the comment! Cars in Australia generally cost more than our US counterparts, and that difference scales hugely when you start to talk about cars valued at $68,740 AUD or above because they get hit with a 33% EXTRA tax!!!

@vonksummer9099 3 года назад

are these reliable?

@PugLifeRocks 3 года назад

Good video, but the refresh is for the 2022 MY

@CarSauce 3 года назад

It is! At the time though of filming it was pointed to be 2021 😥

@nstylemotorsportsracing1471 4 года назад

G70 over the stinger for me in my opinion!

@CarSauce 4 года назад

G70 is a very special car for sure 😊

@nstylemotorsportsracing1471 4 года назад

@@CarSauce it sure is i love it!

@invisiblekid99 3 года назад

Well you should wait for the new Stinger. Same dash design mostly, but better leather and some really nice tweaks to the outside. Doesn't get the new 3.5 V6 sadly. But for you AUS guys, I ain't paying 30K more for the Genesis, but agree the interior is better.

@alex042713 3 года назад

Stinger !!!! Both are great vehicles however.

@CarSauce 3 года назад

This is true! It's a real case of win-win 😊

@ryanfletcher7588 3 года назад

14:00 that’s how you want it 😂🤣

@CarSauce 3 года назад

😅

@colinsparks923 3 года назад

Lol how can you say the G70 looks like a 340i. BMW has no excitement on the sides profile at all. G70 is much better looking.

@CarSauce 3 года назад

I said it looks like an F30 because proportionally it is almost the same in all dimensions. Never said it looked like a 340i.

@amirkalil 4 года назад

I like the G70 3.3T more than the Stinger. The Stinger is not ugly but just not for me. I can't justify a Stinger over a S5 sportsback. The G70 is Sportier, More premium. Maintenance included. in 2018 when I got my G70 I had no issues getting it over the 340i or S4. Today though I don't think I'd get the G70 over the M340i.

@CarSauce 4 года назад

I agree its a tough choice, the M340i is great. Thing is, its still at least $20-30k more than the G70! If money wasn't a factor, the M340i would be the choice :)

@alex042713 3 года назад

Stinger is better than S5 Sportback. Everyone has opinions of course.

@JonNewell 3 года назад

I never thought of anything “plastic” as being quality.

@CarSauce 3 года назад

Actually most car interiors are entirely plastic, even $150k BMW interiors are mostly plastic

@JonNewell 3 года назад

Ah, yes they are, I come from a time of wood grain dashes and leather (and some plastic / vinyl) I’m going to test drive the Stinger and Genesis myself after watching your reviews.

@CarSauce 3 года назад

@@JonNewell thank you! Honestly the interiors on the Stinger and G70 are far nicer in materials than many cars like the 530d I reviewed! The G70 is also about 15% off at the moment from RRP so good luck! What are you leaning towards?

@JonNewell 3 года назад

@@CarSauce leaning towards the Stinger but being their sharing a lot if the same it’s hard to say.

@DCB2018 4 года назад

Kia Stinger is no doubt the beautiful looking Grand Tourer, to me the Genesis G70 is like the not so good looking step sister, I'm sure Stinger would still get more attention than the G70, I did enjoy this video review on the G70, but it did nothing for me, unlike the passion I have for my Stinger, which after 2 years, I still can't get enough of standing back and staring at it, as if for the first time, and I'm not thrilled that the Lambda II engine is not exclusive only too the Stinger, and has been fitted to the G70.

@CarSauce 4 года назад

Fair enough you don't like it as much! To each their own, I would get the Stinger if buying new but only because of the big price difference 😊

@alexvalle750 4 года назад

I have a Stinger, G70 is better in some ways I guess, however I have too agree with your comment. Stinger is much more attractive. Hopefully the 2021 model Stinger will have a lot more to offer 🙂

@SlipAngleG70 4 года назад

The G70 is a superior handling car that better matches with the Lambda II..

@mahermaher2021 4 года назад

It’s same engine and same power. But i love stinger more than g70

@lazziebardakos2956 3 года назад

The Koreans are killing it 👍

@CarSauce 3 года назад

That, they absolutely are! Some of my favourite cars at the moment are from Korea

@Brandon-vo3cb 3 года назад

Not a personal attack, but the way Australia (and UK?) pronounce Hyundai and Nissan is really weird. 😖

@4wheelsandaseat 3 года назад

G70 looks much better than the Stinger. I'm a big G70 fan!

@CarSauce 3 года назад

The new one to me is no contest, the G70 looks insane. But this one - well I can't decide 😁

@AlainHubert 4 года назад

Stinger is better. But then again I'm probably biased, since I own one. Test drove the G70, and granted it's a bit more nimble, but the hatchback and overall looks of the Stinger did it for me. Moreover, forking over $30K more (Canadian dollars) for the G70, versus the Stinger (fully equipped Limited edition) isn't worth it. I guess you do have to pay for the commodities from Genesis like free delivery of the car at your door when you buy a brand new one, a free loaner vehicle when your G70 needs maintenance, which is free for 3 years. They used to offer free valet services for maintenance, but lately they've decided to reserve that to the G80 only. I can bring my Stinger in for maintenance myself and save $30K. BTW, great videos, thanks for sharing. New subscriber here.

@CarSauce 4 года назад

Thanks Alain! I would go for the Stinger over the G70 because I prefer the sporty looks and cheaper price tag! What colour did you choose for yours?!

@AlainHubert 4 года назад

@@CarSauce You're welcome Matt. It's my favourite colour for the Stinger: HiChroma Red Tricoat. Not only does it look fantastic, but it also masks those reflectors on each side of the back of the car that so many people don't really like, including me. ;-) Here's a picture of it when I picked it up last year at my local Kia dealer. freeimage.host/i/dTZwts

@SlipAngleG70 4 года назад

30K??? No way. The G70 and Stinger are very close in price in Canada for similar spec. In fact leasing the G70 was less than the Stinger. I have a G70 with concierge service for 5 years included. The Stinger is a great car but I prefer the looks, superior handling, comfort and interior quality of the Genesis.

@AlainHubert 4 года назад

@@SlipAngleG70 Currently, here in Quebec, Canada, a 2020 Genesis AWD G70 Prestige trim has an MSRP of $56K CAD compared to $52K CAD for an equivalent 2020 Kia AWD Stinger GT Limited (with all the bells and whistles). So, perhaps not a $30K difference, but a $4K one nonetheless. Moreover, unsold 2019 Stingers can currently be found with very low mileage on dealer's lots (demo units) for around $44K CAD. Since Genesis doesn't have any dealership, you'll have a hard time finding unsold G70 in inventory at bargain prices. But, hey, the G70 is a very nice car indeed. It's just a matter of personal needs and preferences. One thing for sure though, tomorrow, my Stinger will sound better than your G70 with a Borla S-Type Cat-Back exhaust being installed. I can afford it since I paid less for my Kia. 😉

@SlipAngleG70 4 года назад

@@AlainHubert You're making assumptions on prices that are not correct. In any case, you got what you paid for with the Stinger. The G70 is a more premium vehicle. Not knocking the Stinger at all, it's just not at the same level.

@garyrielly1955 3 года назад

KIA Stinger GT all the way.

@dannyinastinger2085 4 года назад

Kia Stinger ALL DAY

@MrSemphoon 3 года назад

Stinger is a lot more eye-catching, and the extra space in the back is essential if you have kids.

@CarSauce 3 года назад

Back seating is fantastic, heaps of room. Definitely noticed that difference in the G70.

@unknownman1035 3 года назад

Exactly get lots of compliments in my Kia stinger gt I’m 19

@lukelawrence6007 4 года назад

I saw this car yesterday in grey if money was no object id get Lexus is200 the new one

@CarSauce 4 года назад

The new IS range does look great, I can't wait to review one!

@lukelawrence6007 4 года назад

@@CarSauce can't wait man the new Lexus IS so damn sexy I want one lol

@sleepyjordan887 4 года назад

if money was no object youd get a cheaper car than the G70? Come on man, if money was no object Id be getting a lambo. gotta set those sights high!

@lukelawrence6007 4 года назад

@@sleepyjordan887 LMAO 🤣🤣

@BN99239 4 года назад

It's not true that the only reason to go Mercedes, BMW or Audi is purely for the badge. Sure, the G70 is a performance bargain, keyword performance. It definitely is not more luxurious than the Mercedes on the inside. Even the AMG C43 beats the G70 in every way when it comes to interior design, quality of materials, sound, exhaust, performance. I personally think the exterior looks better as well. Is it worth the extra $15k-$20k for those things? Not if you only care for performance, but if you want everything else and can afford it, of course the Mercedes is the winner in this example. Not to mention the A35, CLA 35, CLA 45 are actually all between $45k - $55k and they also have much better interior. So when comparing to those cars, no, the G70 and Stinger do not come out ahead at all.

@CarSauce 4 года назад

Fair enough, and well said. A family member of mine just bought a C63, so I feel qualified to say, the interior quality on Mercedes is great, better, but not so much the quality of the materials. I can tell you the seats are not Nappa Leather, and most of the interior are nice soft plastics. Would I rather have a C63s? Holy s**t yes! But rationally it's not worth double the price because it's really not double the car. But, there is a reason people buy German cars, they want the brand, I totally get that 😊

@tymac3306 3 года назад

Genesis has it all over the stinger,..the Kia is getting long in the tooth.

@CarSauce 3 года назад

I think I love them both equally, both great cars!

@tashlijan 3 года назад

Hiooondai

@Tsand4 3 года назад

I ended up getting the stinger. I think it does look better just more eye catching. The g70 is def more buttoned down tho. And I do love the interior in the g70 but you can’t get red leather which I have in my stinger. They say the g70 is quicker but I can do 4.5 second 0-60 and 12.8 1/4 mile stock in my stinger all day.

@CarSauce 3 года назад

Thanks Tim! Was driving beyond a singer yesterday, I'm jealous! Great purchase 🙂

@bobbywilson5664 4 года назад

excellent car, Kia Stinger with better interior. Unfortunately Is over priced for what it is. Would not pay that kind of money, I rather buy a proper European car any day. If i was looking for non European cars, then Infinity Q50 red Sport or Lexus IS350 F sports would be better value for money and more or less the same quality. I would say they are the real rival for the G70!

@CarSauce 4 года назад

Fair enough, a close relative just told me they would not get a G70 - even though it is $80,000AUD cheaper than the similar performing Mercedes they got - because of the badge! There is always a place for staple luxury brands :)

@genesisg7022 4 года назад

@@CarSauce I'm not a brand snob, and I have a lot of extra money in my pocket. You can keep your BMW, Audi, and Mercedes. I test drove BMW and Mercedes (not Audi, because I wanted only rear wheel drive), neither vehicle did anything for me. I didn't get that "I'm in a BMW or Mercedes feeling ". Nothing for me, no kind of emotions. I was like a kid in a candy store when I was test driving the Kia Stinger and the Genesis G70. Maybe because Mercedes and BMW 's exterior and interiors haven't changed much over the last 5 years. There was nothing new about them to get excited about. Twirling my finger to raise and lower the volume of the radio doesn't get me excited, my finger is already on the steering wheel next to the volume button. I get Plenty of compliments in my Genesis G70.