{"id":395809,"date":"2022-05-26T12:58:51","date_gmt":"2022-05-26T16:58:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/live-automoblog.pantheonsite.io\/?p=395809"},"modified":"2022-09-06T19:59:20","modified_gmt":"2022-09-06T23:59:20","slug":"2023-genesis-gv60","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/2023-genesis-gv60\/","title":{"rendered":"2023 Genesis GV60 Arrives In The United States With Free Charging, Facial Recognition Tech & More"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
The 2023 Genesis GV60 is the brand\u2019s first all-electric vehicle. It didn\u2019t take long for Genesis to unravel its battery-electric crossover since it\u2019s likely already inspired by the Hyundai Ioniq 5 or Kia EV6, just with designer clothing. That\u2019s not bad since Hyundai and Kia\u2019s first attempt at an all-electric vehicle was a runaway success based on early reviews. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
First unveiled in 2021, the GV60\u2019s quirky styling is only a teaser for what\u2019s beneath. It has plenty of innovative features buyers expect from an all-electric luxury crossover. And from the looks of things, it seems Genesis has a winner, but only if you can live with the GV60\u2019s sub-$60,000 base price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe are excited that our American customers will be able to experience the innovative technologies, bold design, and extensive suite of complementary services in this ground-breaking vehicle,\u201d said Claudia Marquez, chief operating officer of Genesis Motor North America.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Genesis is keeping it simple with the GV60 and its two trim levels, both standard with all-wheel drive. The GV60 Advanced has two electric motors (74 kW front and 160 kW rear) that churn out 314 horsepower, a 77.4 kWh battery, and an estimated 248 miles of range. It has a heat pump and battery heater, 20-inch alloy wheels, tire pressure monitoring, variable gear ratio steering, a hands-free liftgate, leather upholstery, heated\/ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and dual-zone climate control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As expected from Genesis, the tech features are top-notch. The GV60 has a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen, navigation, a heads-up display, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Bluetooth connectivity, a Bang & Olufsen audio system, and ambient lighting. Other notable features include fingerprint authentication, Face Connect (a system that locks or unlocks the GV60 by recognizing the driver\u2019s face), vehicle-to-load charging (V2L), and active noise control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Meanwhile, the GV60 Performance has a pair of 160 kW electric motors with 429 horsepower and up to 483 horsepower in Boost mode. Despite having more power, the GV60 Performance has the same 77.4 kWh battery pack that ekes out an estimated 235 miles of driving range. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It has all the standard features from the GV60 Advanced but includes an electronically-adjustable suspension, an electronic limited-slip differential, Nappa leather upholstery, a microfiber\/suede headliner, 21-inch wheels, and heated rear seats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Crystal Sphere is standard for both 2023 Genesis GV60 models. It may sound like an out-of-this-world power source, but the Crystal Sphere is one of the most exciting gear shifters we\u2019ve seen in a long while. When the GV60 is off, it provides ambient lighting, but the sphere rotates elegantly to reveal the shift-by-wire dial to select Park, Reverse, Neutral, or Drive upon pressing the start button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sure, the Crystal Sphere is a gimmick, but it\u2019s a good one. What\u2019s not gimmicky is Genesis Connected Care, and it\u2019s available to all GV60 buyers with no expiration. The service offers added peace of mind with automatic collision notification, enhanced roadside assistance, and SOS emergency assistance. It also issues monthly vehicle health reports, maintenance diagnostic alerts, and over-the-air (OTA) updates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n