2022 Genesis GV70 named Motor Trend SUV of the Year
Beat Bronco, Mach-E and Grand Cherokee for the accolade
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}The Genesis GV70 has been named Motor Trend's SUV of the year.
The Genesis GV70 is the brand's second SUV. (Genesis)
The compact model outshined a list of high profile contenders from Ford and Jeep to win the accolated from the outlet's editors.
Among them were the Ford Bronco, Ford Mustang Mach-E, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Jeep Wrangler 4xe.
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Motor Trend highlighted the GV70s relatively unique design, road manners and value among its standout characteristics.
Fox News Autos' test of the GV70 found it to be a tech-filled offering with sporty performance and plenty of luxury, but a snug back seat.
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{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}The GV70 is only the second SUV from the Hyundai-owned luxury brand after the GV80 that became somewhat infamous earlier this year when Tiger Woods survived crashing one down a California hillside.
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As with its larger showroom sibling, the GV70 has received a Top Safety Pick+ rating from IIHS.