2021 Hyundai Genesis G70  RealSafeCars85Safety Rating

#15 of 2021 Sedan/Hatchback/Wagons

#51 of all 2021 vehicles


The Genesis G70, which Hyundai introduced in 2019, is a large sedan with seating up to 5. Exceeding the average MPG (miles per gallon) for its class, it reduces fuel costs and the carbon footprint. The Genesis G70 has technology that is now expected: Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. With optional all-wheel drive (AWD), it can easily handle mud, snow, and sand. Hyundai offers a 5-year, 60,000-mile basic warranty, and a 10-year, 100,000-mile powertrain warranty on its lineup.


The 2021 Hyundai Genesis G70 is above average compared to all vehicles.

Comparison to all vehicles.  This plot shows RSC safety scores on the horizontal axis vs. the number of vehicles with each safety score (depicted by bar height and percentages at the bottom). Colors reflect vehicle safety, ranging from red (not that safe) to green (safer). For reference, a score of 0 implies a 0.15% chance of driver death (13% chance of driver injury) over 15 years, and a score of 100 reflects a 0.016% chance (1.4% chance of driver injury). The 2021 Hyundai Genesis G70 has a score of 85, implying a 0.035% chance of driver death (3.2% chance of injury).

We estimate that the 2021 Hyundai Genesis G70 has a vehicle lifetime fatality chance of 0.0354% and a vehicle lifetime injury chance of 4.0476%, meaning the average driver has a 0.0354% chance of dying in an accident if they drive the car under regular conditions for fifteen years, and a 4.0476% chance of being injured.

Compared to the average vehicle, the 2021 Hyundai Genesis G70 is 24% less likely to result in a fatal accident. Compared to other sedans, hatchbacks, and wagons, the 2021 Hyundai Genesis G70 is 30% less likely to result in a fatal accident.

Active safety features on the 2021 Hyundai Genesis G70 can protect loved ones by reducing accident severity and preventing accidents. The following active safety systems are included even on lower trims/versions of the 2021 Hyundai Genesis G70: Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection (FDA-PED), Lane Departure Warning System, and Blind-Spot View Monitoring.

Some advanced safety features --- while not cutting edge --- can still improve vehicle safety. Standard side mirror turn signals alert others of your intention to turn or switch lanes allowing them to react accordingly, which can prevent accidents caused by not seeing a vehicle in the blind spot. Cornering Headlights / Leveling Head Lamps, which is standard on the 2021 Hyundai Genesis G70, points headlights towards the direction that the vehicle is heading, even on turns.


But it is about as safe as many comparable models.

9176Lexus NXKia StingerINFINITI Q50M.-B. C-ClassNissan MaximaAudi A4Alfa Romeo GiuliaLexus RCVolvo V60Hyundai Genesis G70Volvo S60Audi A5Comparison to similar models.  This plot compares the RSC rating of the 2021 Hyundai Genesis G70 with its main competition. Models are plotted on a scale from 76 to 91. The 2021 Hyundai Genesis G70 is safer than the 2021 Lexus NX, the 2021 Kia Stinger, the 2021 INFINITI Q50, and the 2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class and less safe than the 2021 Lexus RC and the 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia. It is about as safe as the 2021 Audi A5 and the 2021 Volvo S60.

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