The 2024 G70 is an interesting luxury compact car to consider. It is from Genesis, a South Korean luxury automaker that Hyundai owns. Genesis has been in the United States for over a decade and is known for its value-packed luxury motoring experience. That makes the 2024 G70 a viable contender in a segment that’s more commonly associated with models such as the 2024 BMW 3-Series.
To see if the 2024 G70 can truly match the 2024 3-Series, we’re going to conduct a Genesis vs BMW match-up. We’ll first see how each luxury compact car’s interior fares. Then, we’ll check out their performance credentials. Finally, we’ll see what they offer in terms of safety features and systems.
Curious about the 2024 Genesis G70? You can learn more at Gettel Genesis of Sarasota. Contact our Sarasota, FL-based showroom, and our staff will explain everything about the G70. They’ll also tell you about the various trims and available options. Then, you can schedule a date and time to pop by and see the car.
Interior space is an important indicator of luxury, and the 2024 Genesis G70 offers more of it. With 93.5 cubic feet of volume, five adults can easily travel. Meanwhile, the 2024 3-Series isn’t as accommodating, particularly in the rear seat. Hence, it is more suitable for four adults to travel in. Furthermore, depending on the trim, the 2024 G70 offers leatherette or leather upholstery. Buyers can select from interesting shades, including Tasman Blue and Cavendish Red.
Furthermore, the 2024 G70 is equipped with dual-zone automatic climate control, power-adjustable front seats with heating, and a power-adjustable telescoping steering column. Buyers can also choose ventilated front seats, a heads-up display, and a heated steering wheel. Some of these features are offered to 2024 3-Series buyers too.
The 2024 G70 has a smart analog-digital gauge cluster combining an 8-inch screen with two analog dials. This makes it easier to read under varying lighting conditions than the fully digital gauge cluster that is standard for the 2024 3-Series. Furthermore, both vehicles get Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™. Buyers can also pair their smartphone via Bluetooth®.
Higher trims of the 2024 Genesis G70 are equipped with Genesis Digital Key support. This neat system uses a companion app on your smartphone to act in place of a physical key fob. Hence, once set up, you can lock and unlock your 2024 G70 via your phone. Furthermore, the app can monitor your 2024 G70’s servicing and maintenance requirements.
The 2024 G70’s trunk is smaller than the 2024 3-Series, but Genesis compensates with a deep center console bin, door pockets, and a front-center console-mounted storage tray. Then, all passengers get USB ports and cup holders. The 2024 3-Series isn’t as well-equipped.
Genesis offers two turbocharged engines for 2024 G70 buyers to pick. Selecting the 2.5T trim brings a 300-hp 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine. This engine is rated for up to 311 lb-ft of torque. The 3.3T trim gets a more powerful 365-hp 3.3-liter V6. The larger engine generates up to 376 lb-ft of torque. An 8-speed automatic gearbox is standard for all trims. Some trims also offer paddle shifters mounted on the steering wheel. This provides a more engaging driving experience, enabling the driver to change gears when desired.
The 2024 G70 is available in both rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. The 3.3T is also equipped with standard adaptive dampers. This system offers a more comfortable setting for cruising, as well as a sport setting. Then, some of the higher 2024 G70 trims now get an upgraded Brembo braking system.
Meanwhile, BMW also offers two turbocharged engines for 2024 3-Series buyers. There’s a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder unit in the 330i, with 255 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. The M340i gets a 3.0-liter in-line six-cylinder engine. This engine makes 382 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque. An 8-speed automatic gearbox and rear-wheel drive are standard regardless of engine choice. BMW’s xDrive all-wheel-drive system is available.
The 2024 Genesis G70 range has adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, and forward collision warning for all trims. Then, it gets standard blind spot monitoring, lane departure warning, and lane-keeping assistance.
Buyers can also expect rear cross-traffic alert and a highway driving assist system. Meanwhile, the 2024 3-Series isn’t far behind, but some of these systems are options.
Why not test-drive the 2024 Genesis G70? Our comparison shows that it beats the 2024 3-Series in all of our criteria, making it an excellent choice for a luxury compact car. Come to Gettel Genesis of Sarasota today and hop behind the wheel. Then, we’ll help you take home a brand-new 2024 G70.
