2019 Genesis G70 2.0T Advanced AWD
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- Photo: Genesis G70 2.0T HTRAC IK Royal Blue (43) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Genesis G70 2.0T HTRAC IK Royal Blue (44) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2023 Genesis G70 Luxury T Auto by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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The 2019 Genesis G70 2.0T Advanced AWD is a 252-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 with an 8-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $36,900 MSRP and is rated at 23 mpg combined.
It makes 252 horsepower at 6,200 rpm and 260 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (23 mpg combined).
The G70 measures 184.4 inches long on a 111.6-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,673 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $36,900 |
| MSRP with Destination | $37,895 |
| Destination Charge | $995 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.0L turbocharged I4 GDI |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Horsepower | 252 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
| Torque | 260 lb-ft @ 1400-4000 rpm (premium fuel) rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC 16-valve |
| Injection Type | Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | AWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 21 MPG |
| Highway | 28 MPG |
| Combined | 23 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium Gasoline |
| Tank Capacity | 15.8 gal |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 18-in. aluminum alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 18-in. aluminum alloy |
| Tires Front | P225/45R18 |
| Tires Rear | P225/45R18 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 184.4 in |
| Width | 72.8 in |
| Height | 55.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 111.6 in |
| Front Track | 62.8 in |
| Rear Track | 64.3 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 10.5 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,673 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.7 in |
| Headroom Rear | 36.9 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.6 in |
| Legroom Rear | 34.8 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 56.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 54.6 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2019 Genesis G70 4 DR AWD).
Recalls
5 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2019 Genesis G70. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jul 12, 2024 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Veloster N, 2019-2023 Genesis G70, 2022-2023 Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Consequence: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update engine control module software. In addition, dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump assembly, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 9, 2024. Some interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 3, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 262 and 023G.
NHTSA campaign 24V528000
Mar 8, 2024 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Genesis G80, 2017-2022 G90, and 2019-2022 G70 vehicles equipped with a 3.3-liter V6 turbocharged engine. The left turbocharger oil feed pipe may deteriorate and leak oil.
Consequence: An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left turbocharger oil feed pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 3, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 019G. This recall expands and replaces recall number 19V-538. Vehicles previously repaired under 19V-538 will need to have the new remedy completed.
NHTSA campaign 24V191000
Feb 13, 2024 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:SOLENOID Park outside
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis, 2017-2019 Genesis G80, Genesis G90, and 2019 Genesis G70 vehicles. Water may enter the starter solenoid and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Consequence: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a remedy relay kit in the engine junction box, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 254(H) and 018G(G).
NHTSA campaign 24V107000
Mar 28, 2022 · LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Sonata and Sonata Hybrid, and 2019 Genesis G70 vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."
Consequence: A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the trunk latch and replace the trunk latch base, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 221/010G.
NHTSA campaign 22V196000
Mar 10, 2021 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE Park outside
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Genesis G70 vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and short circuit.
Consequence: An electrical short circuit inside the ABS module could cause an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS module fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2021. Owners can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 007G.
NHTSA campaign 21V161000
63 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2019 Genesis G70
Owner Complaints
63 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2019 Genesis G70 (6 mention a crash, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine | 14 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 12 |
| Unknown Or Other | 11 |
| Electrical System | 10 |
| Fuel System | 7 |
| Gasoline | 7 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2019 GENESIS G70. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.