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Compare Genesis G70 vs Lexus IS

Genesis G70
2020 Genesis G70
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$37,450
Starting Price (MSRP)
9.1
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Lexus IS
2020 Lexus IS
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$38,560
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7.6
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Overview

Engine
2.0-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.0-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 20 MPG
Hwy: 27 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 21 MPG
Hwy: 30 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.8 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.4 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
10.5 ft³
Trunk Volume
10.8 ft³

Photos

Genesis G70
2019 - 2020 Genesis G70 Rear Angle View
2019 - 2020 Genesis G70 Front Seats
26
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Lexus IS
Rear Angle View
Steering Wheel
37
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.0-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
2.0-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
252 hp @ 6200 rpm
241 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque
260 lb-ft @ 1400 rpm
258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
37.4 ft
34.2 ft

Wheels

Front Wheel Size
18" x 8"
18" x 8"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 8"
18" x 8.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P225/45WR18
P225/40YR18
Rear Tire
P225/45WR18
P255/35YR18
Spare Tire
Compact
Compact

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
23 MPG
24 MPG
City
20 MPG
21 MPG
Highway
27 MPG
30 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
7.7 Tons/yr
7.4 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
15.8 gallons
17.4 gallons
Cruising Range City
316 miles
365.4 miles
Cruising Range Highway
426.6 miles
522 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
184.4 in
184.3 in
Height
55.1 in
56.3 in
Max Width
72.8 in
71.3 in
Front Width
62.8 in
60.4 in
Rear Width
64.3 in
61 in
Wheelbase
111.6 in
110.2 in
Ground Clearance
5.5 in
5.3 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42.6 in
44.8 in
Front Seat Headroom
39.7 in
38.2 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
56.3 in
55.9 in
Front Seat Hip Room
N/A
54.3 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
34.8 in
32.2 in
Rear Seat Headroom
36.9 in
36.9 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
54.6 in
53.4 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
N/A
54 in

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,673 lbs
3,583 lbs

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
10.5 ft³
10.8 ft³

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Adriatic Blue
  • Black Forest Green
  • Havana Red
  • Himalayan Gray
  • Mallorca Blue
  • Savile Silver
  • Siberian Ice
  • Uyuni White
  • Vik Black
  • Atomic Silver
  • Caviar
  • Liquid Platinum
  • Nebula Gray Pearl
  • Obsidian
  • Redline
  • Ultra White
  • Ultrasonic Blue Mica 2.0

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Black, Leatherette Seating Surfaces
  • Black, Nappa Leather Seating Surfaces w/Luxury Quilting
  • Black/Gray Stitching, Nappa Leather Seating Surfaces w/Sport Quilting
  • Black/Gray, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Black/Gray, Leatherette Seating Surfaces
  • Black/Gray, Nappa Leather Seating Surfaces w/Luxury Quilting
  • Black/Red Stitching, Nappa Leather Seating Surfaces w/Sport Quilting
  • Brown, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Brown, Leatherette Seating Surfaces
  • Brown, Nappa Leather Seating Surfaces w/Luxury Quilting
  • Black, F SPORT NuLuxe Seat Trim
  • Chateau, F SPORT NuLuxe Seat Trim
  • Rioja Red, F SPORT NuLuxe Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Premium Sound System
Optional
Optional
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Optional
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Standard
Vinyl Seats
Standard
Standard
Woodgrain Interior Trim
Optional
Not Available
Sun/Moonroof
Optional
Standard

Comfort

Head-Up Display
Optional
Not Available
Navigation System
Optional
Optional
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cooled Front Seat(s)
Optional
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Hands-Free Liftgate
Standard
Not Available
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Standard
Heated Rear Seat(s)
Optional
Not Available
Heated Steering Wheel
Optional
Optional
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Not Available
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Not Available
Seat Memory
Optional
Not Available
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Standard
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Optional
Optional
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA crash test result

Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Not Available
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
7 Years / Unlimited Miles
6 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
10 Years / 100,000 Miles
6 Years / 70,000 Miles
Maintenance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
1 Years / 10,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
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