2021 Genesis G70 2.0T v BMW 320i comparison
The BMW 3 Series is often challenged, but rarely beaten. The latest competitor to step up for a swing is the Genesis G70.
Genesis G70 vs BMW 3 Series Comparison
Genesis G70
BMW 3 Series
2024 Genesis
G70
vs
2024 BMW
3 Series
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How they stack...
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Based on the Genesis G70 2.0T SHOOTING BRAKE SPORT LUX
Based on the BMW 3 Series 30i M SPORT
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Luxury
Long distance drivingFuel Efficiency
60L
540 to 624 km
59L
384 to 472 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
5 year
warranty
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5 year
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warranty
MSRP
$63,000 - $86,914
$82,045 - $114,900
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CarExpert's Take
James Wong
Marketplace Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Design still turns heads
- Strong equipment list for the spend
- Dynamically accomplished
Misses
- Small back seat, boot for the class
- Recent price rises have hurt value
- Feels a little... old
Matt Campbell
Senior Contributor
Matt Campbell drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- A fairly complete offering
- Sumptuous interior appointments
- Now with five-year warranty
Misses
- Considerably more expensive now
- Ride is too firm, even on adaptive dampers
- M340i xDrive is just a few grand extra
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
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- Carbon Fibre Trim Finishers (+$1,200)
Colours Available
The 2023 BMW 3 Series range is available in the following exterior paint colours
- Alpine White
- Black Sapphire metallic
- Melbourne Red metallic
- Mineral White metallic
- M Portimao Blue metallic
- M Brooklyn Grey metallic (NEW)
- Skyscraper Grey metallic (NEW)
- Dravit Grey BMW Individual metallic
- Tanzanite Blue BMW Individual metallic
Metallic paint costs an additional $2000, while BMW Individual metallic paints cost an additional $3850 unless they’re bought in combination with the Visibility package, making them an additional $1850.
Comparison
Reviews
7.7
2024 Genesis G70 Shooting Brake review
The G70 Shooting Brake still has traffic-stopping looks, but it's starting to lose its shine despite recent tech updates.
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8.1
2023 BMW 330i review
The 330i is a good thing, but if you’re spending this much and ticking a few options boxes, you really ought to step up to the M340i.
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TWIN TURBO GAS D/INJ, TUR GASOLINE DIR INJ | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1998 - 3342 | 1998 - 2998 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 3.3L, 2.0L | 2.0L, 3.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| TWIN TURBO V6, TURBO 4 | TURBO 4, TURBO 6 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 - 24 | 16 - 24 | |
| Power | ||
| 179kW - 274kW | 190kW - 285kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 6000 - 6200 | 4500 - 5500 | |
| Torque | ||
| 353Nm - 510Nm | 400Nm - 500Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1300 - 1450 | 1600 - 1800 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 10 | 10.2 - 11 | |
