2026 Genesis Electrified GV70 vs. Competitors
2026 Genesis
Electrified GV70 vs. Competitors
The luxury electric crossover segment has quickly progressed into a hotly contested area for premium automakers. The Genesis GV70 Electrified is just one of the compelling entrants seeking to steal the thunder from Tesla and traditional luxury brands. Let’s see how the 2026 Electrified GV70 compares against the 2026 Tesla Model Y. We’re also including the 2025 editions of the Cadillac Lyriq and Audi Q6 e-tron, since the 2026 versions aren’t yet available, but should have similar specifications. The least-expensive all-wheel-drive trims for each model are reflected below unless we specify otherwise.
Shop Genesis Electrified GV70Power and Performance
The GV70’s output of 429 horsepower is a midrange number in this comparison. However, the model’s Boost Mode increases horsepower to 483 for a 10-secod burst, enabling it to rocket from zero to 60 mph in just 3.8 seconds – a stat once typical of supercars. Meanwhile, the Q6’s 422 horsepower and its 456-horsepower Launch Control propel it to 60 mph in 4.9 seconds. The Lyriq grabs the horsepower bragging rights with 515, but its zero-to-60 mph time of 4.6 seconds falls short of the GV70’s. Tesla doesn’t publish horsepower specifications for the Model Y, but it matches the Cadillac in acceleration.
Range and Charging
The Electrified GV70’s estimated range of 263 miles puts it behind the Model Y (319 miles), Lyriq (319 miles), and Q6 (307 miles). That said, it uses 800-volt architecture (as does the Q6), while the other two use a 400-volt platform. The result is that the GV70 can charge from 10% to 80% in as little as 18 minutes, while the same task takes about 21 minutes for the Audi.
Expert and Consumer Reviews
Edmunds' expert reviews give the Electrified GV70 an overall rating of 8.4 out of 10, which compares to 8.7 for the Model Y and 8.0 for the Lyriq. (The Q6 was not included in this ranking.) Looking at specific categories, the Genesis received a 9.0 for comfort, against 8.3 for the Tesla and 8.0 for the Cadillac. Consumers on Edmunds were the least enthusiastic about the Q6 e-tron and the Lyriq, giving them a 3.3 and 3.4 out of 5 rating, respectively. In contrast, owner ratings for the Genesis and Tesla were higher and nearly identical, at 3.7 and 3.8, respectively.
Warranty
Genesis made a name for itself with class-leading warranty coverage, which continues with the Electrified GV70. This protection includes a five-year or 60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty, compared to four years or 50,000 miles for its rivals. Genesis also safeguards the powertrain and high-voltage battery for ten years or 100,000 miles. Tesla's powertrain and battery coverage lasts eight years or 120,000 miles. Cadillac covers the Lyriq’s powertrain for six years or 70,000 miles and the battery for eight years or 100,000 miles. Audi's powertrain coverage matches the base warranty, but the EV battery is protected for eight years or 100,000 miles.
Standard Features
All four EVs come with a long list of premium amenities and advanced technologies: they’re all highly competitive from this standpoint. But only the Electrified GV70 and Q6 e-tron have standard leather upholstery. The standard upholstery in the Model Y and Lyriq is leatherette. In addition, a power moonroof comes standard on the Genesis, which costs extra with the Cadillac and the Audi. A fixed-panel glass roof is included with the Model Y (an open-air moonroof is not available from Tesla).
Cabin Space
While the cabin dimensions among these four all-electric crossovers are similar in many areas, the GV70 edges out its rivals in some critical areas. At 59.1 inches, the GV70 has more front shoulder room than its competitors. It also has more rear shoulder room (56.9 inches) than the Model Y and Q6. The GV70 also has more front legroom (41.3 inches) than the Q6 (39.8 inches).
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