2025 Genesis GV70 Australia Review – The Luxury SUV
The 2025 Genesis GV70 now arrived in Australia, mixing innovative design, a bold and cutting-edge interior, with petrol and electric powertrains, and industry-leading tech. Find here the complete review: features, performance, safety, price, pros & cons, FAQs, and how it might just be Australia‘s wisest luxury SUV purchase.
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A Luxury Disruptor: How Genesis Crashed the Party
A decade back, if you said you purchased a Korean luxury vehicle to your friends, they would ask if by Kia you meant with more chrome. Today? Utter “Genesis GV70” and you’ll receive nods of admiration—or jealousy.
Genesis, the luxury offshoot of Hyundai, is the car world’s version of that introverted new kid in class who aced every test and shows up to prom wearing a tuxedo that makes all the other partygoers look like they forgot their tie. When the GV70 first landed in Australia back in 2020, it was evident Genesis wasn’t simply playing catch-up. It was re-writing the play.
By 2025, the GV70 has grown into something more significant: a true competitor to Audi Q5, BMW X3, Lexus NX, and Mercedes-Benz GLC. But it’s doing so in a different way—bold styling, technology that feels five years younger, and owner benefits that leave the Germans blushing.
Australia has proven to be a rich soil, especially, for Genesis, as well. Why? Because Australians adore SUVs, we adore value, and we’re not averse to shedding the badge snobbery if what’s presented is superior. And the GV70? Well, it’s superior in more than one respect.
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Inside the GV70 – The Art of Korean Craftsmanship
Step inside, and suddenly, you’re not in an SUV. You’re in a designer lounge where Korean minimalism meets futuristic sci-fi. The 27-inch OLED screen cover the dash, feels like a cinema screen. Unlike some brands where big screens feel like afterthoughts slapped on, Genesis makes it seamless, flowing, part of the architecture.
Switchgear: Even the rotary gear selector has mass and resistance, as if Genesis hired watchmakers to tune it.
Features: Wireless CarPlay and Android Auto (yes, wireless—note to BMW), Bang &Olufsen’s 16-speaker hi-fi system, fingerprint recognition, and a UV-C sanitizing cubby for your phone. That’s not luxury; that’s luxury with anticipation.
Mood Curator: An automated system that will customize lighting, sound, fragrance, and even the massage seats to the liking your mood. “Stressful meeting?” Press Relax Mode. “Hot date?” Press Vitality Mode. It feels like your own butler.
The GV70 doesn’t only match German inside. It beats them. And dare I say—it occasionally beats them too.
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Performance – Petrol Passion or Electric Punch
Petrol Engines:
2.5L turbocharged four-cylinder (224kW, 422Nm)
3.5L twin-turbo V6 (279kW, 530Nm)
Both engines are paired to AWD and an 8-speed auto. The four-cylinder is plenty for daily use, but the V6? That’s the one that gets your heart racing. Plant your foot, and you’ll wonder why SUVs this size should even be this quick.
Electrified GV70:
Dual-motor configuration: 320kW, 700Nm in Boost Mode
0–100 km/h in less then4.5 seconds yes, its over 2 tonnes
84kWh battery, 462km WLTP range
350kW ultra-fast charging—10% to 80% in under 20 minutes
It’s quiet, instant, and beastly when you want it to be. Petrol models provide the soundtrack, EV provides the push. Both provide confidence.
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Safety – Babysitting, but Make It Luxury
Genesis prioritizes safety so much it’s like the GV70 is floating behind you proclaiming, “Relax, I’ve got this.”
Forward Collision-Avoidance 2: Will brake, steer, and swerve if you’re on the verge of a night-time newscast appearance.
Highway Driving Assist 2: Semi-auto driving with lane changes—cruise control on steroids.
Blind Spot View Monitor: Live camera image directly into your dashboard when you give signal.
Remote Smart Parking Assist 2: Exit, press a button, and let your SUV park itself like a valet.
And then there’s the build with—ten airbags, robust steel, that coveted 5-star ANCAP safety rating.
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Capabilities – Aussie Roads, Aussie Lifestyles
Australian luxury SUVs must be capable. And the GV70 is:
AWD as standard on all trims.
Maximum towing capacity of 2200kg (petrol variants).
Plenty of clearance for weekend trips to the Blue Mountains or out for Peninsula.
It’s not going rock-crawling like a Land Cruiser, but seriously, how many luxury SUVs do? The GV70 is designed for actual living in mind—commuting, school runs, surf trips, and the odd gravel road.
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Pricing and Availability – The Value Play
Here’s the clincher:
Petrol range begins at $78,500 and reaches as high as $100,000.
The Electrified GV70 comes in at $132,800 before on-road costs.
Now compare that to its German rivals, and you’ll quickly realise Genesis isn’t playing the “badge tax” game. Throw in the 5-year unlimited-kilometre warranty, 5 years free servicing, and 10 years roadside assistance, and suddenly you’ve got ownership peace of mind that BMW, Audi, and Benz won’t give you.
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The Human Side – Pros and Cons
Pros:
Design that turns heads on Street or on Beach
Tech that feels like it’s from 2030, not 2025
Warranty and service benefits that are class-leading
Petrol or EV—your choice, your speed
Drawbacks:
The price of the EV variant places it in the FBT bracket—fleet buyers, beware
Boot space is good but marginally lower than some competition
Top-of-the-range trims put you into German money bracket, which may cause badge-snobs to waver
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Final Verdict – Why the GV70 is the Smart Buy in 2025
The Genesis GV70 is not a car—it’s a statement. A statement that luxury doesn’t equal German. That technology doesn’t have to be bolted on. That ownership doesn’t have to equal hidden expenses.
For Australians, it’s an opportunity to be different. To purchase smart.To experience true luxury without having to pay for a badge.
The 2025 GV70 is evidence that the future of luxury SUVs is not only about heritage—but about innovation. And currently, Genesis is at the forefront of that revolution.
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FAQs – 2025 Genesis GV70 Australia
Q: How much does the Genesis GV70 cost in Australia?
Petrol variants begin at $78,500, with the Electrified GV70 priced at $132,800 drive-away.
Q: What is the range of the new Electrified GV70?
Up to 462km WLTP on one charge.
Q: Is the GV70 safe?
Very—10 airbags, high-tech driver assists, and a 5-star ANCAP rating.
Q: Who should purchase the GV70?
Everyone who wishes for a luxury SUV with innovative technology, best-in-class warranty, and the ability to be electric without compromising performance.
Q: Is GV70 superior to a BMW X3 or Audi Q5?
In features, technology, peace of mind about ownership, and something different are important? Absolutely, yes.
