Head-to-head
Genesis GV60 vs Genesis GV70 Electric
At $88,300 the Genesis GV60 undercuts the Genesis GV70 Electric by $44,500 (34%) — but does the premium deliver enough of an edge to justify itself? Here's how the two compare on price, range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · SUV
Genesis GV60
Genesis's premium electric SUV — shares E-GMP 800V platform with Kia EV6 and Hyundai Ioniq 5 but with luxury finish and Hyundai Motor Group's most ambitious cabin design.
- From
- $88,300
- Range
- 561 km
- Battery
- 84 kWh
Option B · SUV
Genesis GV70 Electric
Genesis's electrified version of the GV70 SUV — same body as the petrol GV70 but with E-GMP-derived electric powertrain. 4.2s 0–100 in boost mode makes it the quickest Genesis on sale.
- From
- $132,800
- Range
- 462 km
- Battery
- 84 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Genesis GV60 and Genesis GV70 Electric, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage Genesis GV60
The Genesis GV60 goes 99 km further on a charge (561 vs 462 km WLTP).
- 2
Power · advantage Genesis GV70 Electric
The Genesis GV70 Electric puts down 152 kW more (320 vs 168 kW).
- 3
Price · advantage Genesis GV60
The Genesis GV60 undercuts the Genesis GV70 Electric by $44,500 (34%) on starting price.
- 4
0–100 km/h · advantage Genesis GV70 Electric
The Genesis GV70 Electric is 1.3 s quicker to 100 km/h (4.2 s vs 5.5 s).
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Genesis GV60 wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $44,500
- ▸ 99 km longer WLTP range
Where the Genesis GV70 Electric wins
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (4.2s vs 5.5s)
Genesis GV60
What we like
- ✓ 350 kW DC charging via 800V E-GMP architecture
- ✓ Long 10-year battery warranty
- ✓ Distinctive Genesis design language
What we don't
- ✕ Genesis dealer network limited in Australia
- ✕ Range trails some newer rivals at this price
- ✕ Boot smaller than EV6's despite premium positioning
Genesis GV70 Electric
What we like
- ✓ 350 kW DC charging via E-GMP architecture
- ✓ Genuine performance (4.2s 0–100 with boost)
- ✓ Premium cabin shared with petrol GV70
What we don't
- ✕ Range modest for the price (462 km WLTP)
- ✕ Genesis dealer network limited
- ✕ Inherits ANCAP rating from older GV70 testing
Frequently asked: Genesis GV60 vs Genesis GV70 Electric
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Genesis GV60 or the Genesis GV70 Electric?
- The Genesis GV60 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $88,300 versus $132,800 for the Genesis GV70 Electric, a $44,500 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Genesis GV60 has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 561 km, 99 km further than the Genesis GV70 Electric's 462 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which is quicker off the line?
- The Genesis GV70 Electric does 0–100 km/h in 4.2 seconds — 1.3 s quicker than the Genesis GV60's 5.5 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
- Is the Genesis GV60 better value than the Genesis GV70 Electric?
- On paper the Genesis GV60 is $44,500 cheaper, but the Genesis GV70 Electric edges ahead on most other measurable specs. Whether the saving justifies the gap depends on which features matter most to you, and how much weight you give to brand and dealer factors.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
Genesis GV60
if…
- ✓ you want to save $44,500 on the sticker
- ✓ maximum range matters (99 km further per charge)
- ✓ you match the profile: premium suv buyers
Choose the
Genesis GV70 Electric
if…
- ✓ you want quicker acceleration off the line
- ✓ you match the profile: premium suv buyers
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.