Scorching on the heels of the disclosing of the 2022 Genesis G70, the up to date sedan has been put to the check in South Korea.

Very similar to the pre-facelift mannequin, the brand new one is offered with a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder producing 249 hp and 260 lb-ft (353 Nm) of torque in addition to a twin-turbocharged 3.3-liter V6 creating 365 hp and 376 lb-ft (510 Nm) of torque. South Korean clients may order a turbodiesel 2.2-liter with 199 hp and 376 lb-ft (441 Nm), though the instance examined right here is the flagship 3.3-liter.

Coupled to the engine is an eight-speed automated transmission that sends energy to a brand new all-wheel drive system that features a drift operate. YouTuber Asian Petrolhead notes that the transmission shifts by means of the gears in a short time whereas additionally remaining clean in all gears, together with first.

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As well as, he is filled with reward for the all-wheel drive system and is blown away by the grip, thanks partly to the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tires.

As with all latest Genesis mannequin, the facelifted G70 can also be a wonderful freeway cruiser and contains a wonderful lane-keeping help system to make lengthy journeys that a lot simpler.

The up to date Genesis G70 is straightforward to distinguish from the outgoing mannequin due to the revised entrance and rear fascia that embrace new headlights and taillights. The 2022 mannequin additionally features a new, distinctive grille extra akin to these of different new Genesis fashions.

Whereas the G70 is already on sale in South Korea, worldwide markets must wait till 2021 to get their palms on it.