I drove a $71,000 Genesis GV60 electric SUV. It's a luxurious delight that I wished had more range

Benjamin ZhangJul 28, 2024, 18:11 IST

A Genesis GV60 plugged into a charger.Benjamin Zhang/Business Insider<ul class="summary-list"><li>The Genesis GV60 Performance is a compact luxury electric SUV that debuted in 2023.</li><li>I enjoyed the 2024 GV60's acceleration, luxurious cabin, eye-catching design, and advanced tech.</li></ul>Given the popularity of compact luxury SUVs, it was inevitable that the segment would also blossom in the EV space.These days, the segment is littered with capable new premium offerings like the <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/tesla-model-y">Tesla Model Y</a>, <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/polestar-2-review-price-ev-volvo-tesla-specs-horsepower-electric-2020-8">Polestar 2</a>, and <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/mercedes-benz-eqb-review-electric-suv-luxury-tesla-2023-2">Mercedes-Benz EQB</a>.One of the latest entrants to the segment is the <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/genesis-gv60-review-kia-ev6-hyundai-ioniq-5-tesla-y-2023-8">GV60</a>, <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/hyundai-santa-fe-xrt-review-family-suv-cool-tech-interior-2024-6">Hyundai's</a> growing <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/hyundai-ev-genesis-gv60-suv-crystal-sphere-tesla-rival-2023-8">Genesis</a> luxury brand.The Genesis GV60 debuted in 2023 and carries over unchanged for 2024.

I recently spent a week with a 2024 Genesis GV60 Performance around the streets of suburban Atlanta.

The rear facia of a Genesis GV60.Benjamin Zhang/Business Insider

My Genesis GV60 Performance test car costs $71,320.

A Genesis GV60 in Performance trim.Benjamin Zhang/Business Insider

The GV60 is the first Genesis model built on a dedicated EV platform.

Hyundai's E-GMP dedicated EV platform.Hyundai

The GV60 performance is equipped with an electric motor on each axle.

The Genesis GV60 Performance.Benjamin Zhang/Business Insider

The Performance trim features a Boost Mode that gives the GV60 an extra dose of power.

The GV60's boost button that unleashed the EV's full power.Benjamin Zhang/Business Insider

The GV60 can charge to 80% in just 18 minutes.

The GV60 is plugged into a ChargePoint charger.Benjamin Zhang/Business Insider

The GV60 was terrific to drive.

The GV60's front cabin.Benjamin Zhang/Business Insider

One thing I cannot complain about is the GV60's style.

The Genesis GV60's split headlights.Benjamin Zhang/Business Insider

From the side, the GV60 is more coupe than crossover SUV.

The side profile of the 2024 Genesis GV60.Benjamin Zhang/Business Insider

Hidden in the GV60's stylish sheet metal is its facial recognition system.

The GV60's rectangular facial recognition sensor on the driver's side B-pillar.Benjamin Zhang/Business Insider

I was a fan of the GV60 Performance's 21-inch wheels.

The 21-inch wheels on the GV60 Performance.Benjamin Zhang/Business Insider

Inside, the GV60 is pure class.

The GV60's front dash.Benjamin Zhang/Business Insider

The GV60's dash is dominated by a 12.3 inch infotainment display.

The GV60's 12.3-inch infotainment screen.Benjamin Zhang/Business Insider

The screen is also home to the GV60's surround view camera.

The GV60's 360-degree surround view camera.Benjamin Zhang/Business Insider

Under the infotainment screen is a smaller climate-control screen.

The GV60's climate control display.Benjamin Zhang/Business Insider

In front of the driver are a heated steering wheel and digital gauge cluster.

The GV60's steering wheel.Benjamin Zhang/Business Insider

The digital gauge cluster is home to the blind spot view monitor.

The GV60's blind spot view monitor.Benjamin Zhang/Business Insider

In front of the driver is also a head-up display.

The GV60's HUD.Benjamin Zhang/Business Insider

The most eye-catching feature in the interior is the GV60's rotary shifter.

The GV60's shifter when the vehicle is on (left) and in crystal ball form when the vehicle is off.Benjamin Zhang/Business Insider

A glass roof bathes the cabin in sunlight.

The Genesis GV60's non-opening sunroof.Benjamin Zhang/Business Insider

The 14-way power driver seat was comfortable and supportive.

The Genesis GV60's front seats.Benjamin Zhang/Business Insider

But the rear cabin of the GV60 is a mixed bag.

The rear seats of a 2024 Genesis GV60.Benjamin Zhang/Business Insider

The sloping roofline made the headroom a bit tight.

The GV60's rear cabin.Benjamin Zhang/Business Insider

The GV60 is equipped with a hands-free tailgate.

The Gensis GV60's rear facia.Benjamin Zhang/Business Insider

Open it up, and you'll find a solid 24 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats.

The GV60's cargo area behind the rear seats.Benjamin Zhang/Business Insider

Pop open the hood, and you'll find a small front trunk or frunk.

The GV60's frunk.Benjamin Zhang/Business Insider

The Genesis is equipped with a whole suite of advanced safety features.

The GV60 parked on the side of a street.Benjamin Zhang/Business Insider

My Verdict: Genesis built one heck of a stylish, fast and luxurious EV.

The GV60 parked on the side of the street.Benjamin Zhang/Business Insider

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