Guy Loveridge takes the wheel of this important all-electric newcomer… (All words and photographs by, and copyright, Guy Loveridge). Freshly launched and barely run in, I could nor resist the opportunity to drive an absolutely mint Genesis GV60 at the recent Scottish Open Golf. This event, to the East of Capital City Edinburgh, is title sponsored by Genesis and so what better place to take a … [Read more...]
Genesis to open Salon Privé London with European unveiling of their GV60 electric vehicle
Inaugural Salon Privé London to be opened with European unveiling of the all-electric Genesis GV60 coupé crossover utility vehicle... We are told: European unveiling of Genesis GV60 at inaugural Salon Privé London Debut of the new Korean brand’s first all-electric car GV60 is the first model in the luxury brand’s electrification journey Highlight of the three day luxury car event, … [Read more...]
Genesis G70 ‘Sport Line’ Shooting Brake (2.2 diesel) – Road Test
Kim Henson assesses the Genesis G70 Shooting Brake, in 2.2 litre turbodiesel form… (All words and photographs by, and copyright, Kim Henson). Introduced to Britain in November 2021, The G70 ‘Shooting Brake’ from Genesis was designed and developed specifically for Europe, and was the fifth Genesis model to arrive here. As explained in my Genesis ‘range sampling’ article in December, and in … [Read more...]
Genesis GV80 large SUV (petrol) – Road Test
Kim Henson test drives the Genesis GV80 large ‘premium’ SUV, in this case with 2.5 litre turbocharged petrol power. (All words and photographs by, and copyright, Kim Henson). If you are in the market for a roomy high class SUV, of course you will find a variety of models on offer from the established makers in this sector of the market. However, there’s a relatively new contender to consider, … [Read more...]
Genesis G80 saloon – Road Test
Luxury meets practicality… Kim Henson test drives the largest premium saloon from the Genesis line-up, the G80, in this case with 2.2 litre turbo diesel power. (All words and photographs by, and copyright, Kim Henson). When driving the G80 saloon for a brief spell during a driving day last December, I liked the way that ‘new kid on the block’ (in the U.K. at least) Genesis has cleverly … [Read more...]
Genesis GV70 SUV – Road Test
Kim Henson lives with a petrol-powered Genesis GV70 SUV for a week – here’s how it went… (All words and photographs by, and copyright, Kim Henson). As I reported in December 2021 on Wheels-Alive, my first impressions after briefly sampling examples from across the Genesis line-up of vehicles, were that they were all cleverly thought-out, well-engineered, carefully put together, pleasing to … [Read more...]
Genesis G70 Shooting Brake – Road Test, plus Genesis Subscription service and new electric models news
The Genesis G70 Shooting Brake Luxury Line gets a further airing... In December last year we visited the new South Korean luxury brand’s model line-up reviewing several models including their latest addition – the Genesis G70 Shooting Brake. Now Robin Roberts (and Miles Better News Agency) has had the opportunity for a much longer test drive period. Britain is a very lucrative if sometimes … [Read more...]
Genesis line-up – First Impressions
A TRIO OF GENESIS PREMIUM BRAND MODELS TRIED BY DAVID MILES (AND MILES BETTER NEWS AGENCY). Kim says, "These are David's typically comprehensive and relevant 'First Impressions' of driving a selection of Genesis models, and cover some different versions compared with the examples I drove, and featured in my Wheels-Alive article of 21st December. Notably the G70 Shooting Brake that he tried was … [Read more...]
Genesis Range – First Impressions/Brief Road Tests
Kim Henson reports on his brief test drives in a selection of current Genesis models… (Words and photographs by, and copyright, Kim). It is difficult to keep up with the Genesis premium brand story in the U.K, so rapid has been its development from a ‘standing start’ just a few months ago to a range that today offers a variety of ‘luxury’ models, all providing a buying proposition that is … [Read more...]
Genesis GV80 – Road Test
The Genesis GV80 premium brand large SUV arrives in the UK. In the driving seat is Robin Roberts (and Miles Better News Agency). Premium SUVs have had it their own way for a long time in Britain, but things could be about to change with the arrival of the South Korean brand’s Genesis GV80. The arrival of the Genesis GV80 this autumn will give those who want to be different or to make an … [Read more...]
Genesis 70-Series – First Impressions
THE GENESIS 70-SERIES ARRIVES IN THE UK. Robin Roberts (and Miles Better News Agency) looks at this new brand and drives its latest models… The arrival of the Genesis brand marks a new beginning for the motor trade but with the old fashioned value of personal service behind it. Head of Genesis UK sales Jonny Miller said the brand’s philosophy is built around the customer and giving them a … [Read more...]
Genesis accredited to The Motor Ombudsman’s New Car Code
Genesis begins its UK journey with accreditation to wide-ranging Code of Practice... Genesis Motor UK has gained accreditation to The Motor Ombudsman’s Motor Industry Code of Practice for New Cars Abiding by the recommended operating guidelines demonstrates the vehicle manufacturer’s commitment to providing consumers with the highest possible standards of service Genesis car owners also … [Read more...]
Genesis arrives in Britain
It's a new beginning for Hyundai’s premium Genesis brand when it goes on UK sale this summer, says Robin Roberts (and Wheels Within Wales). There will not be a dealer network but the manufacturer will have a Genesis Studio in Westfield shopping centre, London and also provide sales on-line. Prices begin about £35,000 for the saloon and £50,000 for the SUV, and will be fixed and … [Read more...]