As a whole, Genesis has been knocking it out of the park as a new luxury marque. The all-new and electric GV60 is no different, offering a wealth of luxury and comfort for a reasonable price.

The GV60 is the first of several planned all-electric models from Hyundai’s Genesis brand. And it’s a very, very good start. The GV60 is a small SUV that walks the line between sport utility and station wagon in its styling. Unlike the German models that do the same, however, the GV60 looks proportional in this design instead of like a goofy, over-lifted wagon.

The GV60 has a 77.4kWh battery pack and dual electric motors, making all-wheel drive standard. There are two options for outputs, so customers can choose between a well-mannered luxury model or a performance-oriented offering. And DC fast charging is standard in all GV60 models, making battery fill ups quick.

Most of the appeal of the Genesis GV60 is in its overall daily comfort and design as a luxury model. The front seating is very well done and the materials used are excellent. There is enough texture and variance to ensure luxury appeal without going overboard or getting too cushy. The back seats are also nicely done, delivering comfort for passengers. The cargo space could be larger, but it’s adequate for most needs. Standard features like the fingerprint/facial recognition, large touchscreen, head-up display, and excellent Bang & Olufsen audio are high points that are easy to get used to having.

In all, most of those who ride in or own a GV60 will enjoy the experience. It’s a peppy, well-designed, luxurious vehicle. We drove the standard model as a daily for a week and very much enjoyed it and tried the Performance model at a one-day event and found it thrilling by comparison.

The XC40 is probably the closest competition to the GV60, being of very similar size and capability. Both have about the same range and charging options, but the GV60 is a more engaging drive while the XC40 is more about feeling comfortably safe. Either is a good choice, but the GV60 has a lower price tag and longer warranty by comparison.

The Audi Q4 e-tron is a little larger than the GV60 and has a more traditional SUV shape. This means more cargo space and interior room, but that comes with extra cost. The GV60 is a simpler daily driver with fewer things demanding driver attention. The Audi is a more driver-focused vehicle, which may be a plus or a negative, depending on your expectations from a vehicle.

The EQB is demonstrably bigger than the GV60 and has a slightly higher price tag as well. It has a bit more range and capability, but the GV60 offers similar comfort levels and driver engagement. Price and expectation from the vehicle may be what makes the buyer’s decision between these two.

Most buyers of the Genesis GV60 are probably looking at the well-done Advanced model, which starts at $60,415 plus delivery. The Performance model is much more expensive and isn’t likely worth the upgrade unless having that 100+ extra horsepower is a big deal to you.

The table below shows the most common trim levels and how much they will run you.

The Genesis GV60 was introduced for the 2023 model year, so it’s completely new from the ground up. It shares some components and chassis design with the well-done Kia EV6 and Hyundai Ioniq line of electric vehicles.

Standard features include fingerprint and facial recognition for vehicle entry, a 12.3-inch touchscreen, a digital instrument panel, 20-inch alloy wheels, LED headlamps, a head-up display, auto-dimming mirrors, power-folding and heated side mirrors, heated and ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and a lot more.

Genesis also includes a long list of advanced safety and driver assistance systems with the GV60. Highlights there include a safe exit alert system which uses radar to detect traffic coming from behind and prevent passengers from exiting the vehicle until it’s passed and a driver attention monitor for sensing when the driver is perhaps getting fatigued or inattentive. Remote parking assist (which parent company Hyundai calls Smart Park) allows parking and exiting parking spaces using only the keyfob or app while outside of the vehicle.

The GV60’s 77.4 kWh battery pack is EPA rated for 248 miles per charge in the Advanced model and 235 miles per charge in the Performance model. All-wheel drive is standard. In the real world, these range estimates seem to be in the ballpark most of the time. Mitigating factors change them, of course, but that’s true of all electric vehicles.

Although full of high-tech equipment, the GV60 feels like a regular vehicle instead of a spaceship–something other EV makers don’t always accomplish. We like the feel of the interior and the layout of controls in the cabin.

The standard Advanced model outputs 314 horsepower via motors on each axle while the Performance model ups that output to 429 hp. The Performance model also adds larger wheels, upgraded brakes, a limited-slip differential, electronically-controlled suspension dampers, and a few other things to match its high price tag and performance capabilities.

Because the EV60 is electric and its batteries are under the floor, the center of gravity for this SUV is more car-like than sport utility. That makes for great road feel and a predictable steering experience, which is a bonus in vehicles like this.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration wrongly lists the GV60 as rear-wheel drive and has yet to conduct crash testing on the SUV. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has completed a full suite of crash tests for the vehicle, giving it a TSP+ rating.

Being an all-new model, it’s difficult to gauge reliability metrics for the GV60. Genesis as a brand has a strong reliability record and its parent company Hyundai also enjoys a generally positive reliability expectation.

Our take is that with the long warranty and included maintenance for the GV60, buyers can expect it to be more reliable than not.

Our recommendation is to stick with the Genesis GV60 Advanced model with its big list of standard equipment and longer battery range. This should fit the needs and lifestyle of most EV buyers in this segment without costing a lot of extra money. The Performance model is mostly for enthusiasts who somehow cannot fathom a 0-60 mph sprint taking longer than 6 seconds.

The Genesis GV60 has a strong warranty and included maintenance, which we find to be a big bonus for the vehicle.

• Basic: 5 years / 60k miles
• PowerTrain: 10 years / 100k miles
• Complimentary scheduled maintenance: 3 years / 36k miles
• There are 8 SUVs with the same or better warranties than the Jeep Wrangler
• If buying used look at our best extended warranties

It’s very unlikely that shoppers will find a used GV60 on the market unless that vehicle has been totaled out by insurance. We recommend steering clear of these early used options and going with a new purchase with all of its warranties and inclusions instead.

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