Is the 2026 GV70 the Luxury Sport SUV of the Year?
You’ll want to buckle in for this one. If you’re near Powell, Groveport, or Dublin and you’re thinking “luxury, sport, and SUV” all in one ride, the 2026 Genesis GV70 might just check every box. And when you hear what automotive sleuth Joe Raiti of Raiti’s Rides found on his latest insider review, you’ll understand why this model is turning heads and resetting expectations. Here’s what he found:
Performance That Pushes Boundaries
Joe didn’t waste time getting into the performance. He described the twin-turbocharged AWD version as the “compact performance SUV you should own.” The rear-wheel-drive–based architecture gives the GV70 a more athletic feel than most luxury rivals.
On the road—whether it’s navigating commuter lanes near Cleveland, OH or stretching out on a back-road swing—the steering is sharp, body control solid, and the drive mode selector adds layers of control. You feel it, and you smile.
Design and Presence That Make a Statement
The GV70 doesn’t just perform—it wears its ambition. Joe highlighted a color he called “Serious Blue” with metal-flake finish that gleams under low light. He flagged the multi-LED cube headlights, functional corner air curtains, and bold grille with dark-chrome accents as evidence that Genesis is no longer playing catch-up. Instead, the automaker’s setting its own tone, and when your driveway in central Ohio catches that turquoise-metallic flicker, you’ll know you made a statement.
Luxury Inside Without the Over-The-Top Flash
Step inside, and you’ll find the kind of cabin that invites you to linger, not just drive. Premium materials, refined finishes, and that soothing hush you crave when you’re leaving the day behind.
Joe also noted the “quality downshifts” in Sport+ mode and the way the adaptive suspension smoothed out rougher tarmac. He called the interior “quiet” and the experience “mature,” not aggressively flashy but unmistakably refined.
Tech and Features That Match Ambition
In the age of screens and stats, the 2026 GV70 holds its own. Many trims include the expansive 27-inch OLED display, materials that rival some two-times-the-price German models, and selectable drive modes that tailor your ride—from relaxed cruise to sporty sprint. Joe also pointed out how easy it is to steer, how intuitive the controls feel, and how the whole experience seems thoughtfully designed—instead of just decorated for show.
The 2026 Genesis GV70 Is a Class-Leader in the Making—See for Yourself!
For drivers shopping near this side of Ohio, the 2026 Genesis GV70 delivers luxury, sport, and sophistication in one striking package. It doesn’t lean hard into flash—it leans harder into purpose. If you want a luxury sport SUV that doesn’t just talk performance and refinement, but lives it, the GV70 deserves your serious look. Visit Genesis of Columbus today or call us at (614) 471-3000 to experience the difference firsthand. And in the meantime, view our current inventory online.
