What Are Critics Saying About the 2026 Genesis G70 Luxury Sedan?
Here’s a rare thing in the luxury world: a car that doesn’t pretend. The 2026 Genesis G70 delivers a refined and powerful luxury sedan that critics from Powell to Groveport are praising for doing what so many rivals have forgotten how to do: put the driver first.
Serious Praise From Serious People
We’ll start with Bob Hernandez of MotorTrend. He reminds us that the G70 earned its coveted “Car of the Year” title back in 2019 and still brings the heat in 2026—especially with its blend of luxury refinement and road feel. The heart of the car hasn’t changed this year: it’s still built for people who appreciate handling, power, and quality, without sacrificing daily comfort.
MotorTrend calls it a “strong value proposition” with “subjective pleasures rivaling longer-established automakers.” In other words, this luxury sedan truly delivers joy with every drive. And if you’ve ever driven from Dublin to downtown Columbus during rush hour, you’ll appreciate a ride that knows how to turn routine into something more rewarding.
From Underdog to Superstar
Over at Car and Driver, Austin Parsons sees the G70 as a “luxury-sports-sedan wunderkind”—and he’s not wrong. He gives high marks to both engine options: the base 2.5L turbocharged four-cylinder pushing out 300 horsepower, and the 3.3L twin-turbo V6, which rockets past 365 hp. Either way, you’re getting a luxury sedan that drives like it remembers its roots.
The handling, according to Parsons, is “A blast on snaking tarmac.” He also says that the comfort “approaches Mercedes-Benz C-Class levels.” But the price is where Genesis undercuts the competition in the best way possible.
He especially recommends the 3.3T Sport Prestige trim, which adds leather upholstery, a sunroof, ventilated seats, and a limited-slip differential. Translation: performance and poise, all in one package. If you're test-driving near Groveport, it's the one that’ll make you circle the long way home—twice.
The Verdict: The G70 Has Still Got It
According to TrueCar, the 2026 G70 proves the sport sedan isn't dead—it just got smarter. It’s quick, nimble, and unmistakably high-end without trying too hard. The interior punches above its weight class, and even the base model feels tailored. Sure, the back seat’s a bit snug and the trunk’s not cavernous, but for those who put driving dynamics and material quality first, it’s a knockout.
They sum it up best: “The G70 blends driving thrills with upscale touches you’d expect from a car wearing a much steeper price tag.”
Experience True Luxury for Yourself When You Test Drive the 2026 Genesis G70 at Genesis of Columbus
Ready to see why critics and drivers alike are talking about the 2026 Genesis G70? Whether you’re near Powell or passing through Dublin, this is the sport-luxury sedan that makes you rethink what’s possible from a premium badge. Visit Genesis of Columbus today or call us at (614) 471-3000 to test drive the incredible G70. And in the meantime, view our new inventory online.
