Comparing Compact Luxury SUVs: 2025 Genesis GV70 vs 2025 BMW X3 vs 2025 Audi Q5 vs 2025 Acura RDX

The Genesis GV70 has quickly become a standout in the compact luxury SUV class, competing directly with well-known names like the BMW X3, Acura RDX, and Audi Q5. Since its launch in 2021, the GV70 has built a reputation for delivering a rare mix of style, performance, and value that challenges these established rivals head-on.

For 2025, the GV70 continues to set itself apart with two engine options: the balanced yet powerful 2.5T and the sportier, performance-driven 3.5T Sport. Both models feature Genesis’s signature upscale design and premium cabin, while their distinct powertrains and suspension setups offer two unique driving experiences.

Check out the comparison chart below to see how the 2025 GV70 stacks up against the BMW X3, Acura RDX, and Audi Q5.

Vehicles

(All Base Levels)

2025 GV70

2025 BMW X3

2025 Audi Q5

2025 Acura RDX

MSRP

$46,200

$49,950

$44,700

$45,400

Body Style

Compact Luxury SUV

Compact Luxury SUV

Compact Luxury SUV

Compact Luxury SUV

Drivetrain

All Wheel Drive (AWD)

All Wheel Drive (AWD)

All Wheel Drive (AWD)

All Wheel Drive (AWD)

Engine

Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 2.5 L/152

Intercooled Turbo Gas/Electric I-4 2.0 L/122

Intercooled Turbo Gas/Electric I-4 2.0 L/121

Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 2.0 L/122

Transmission

8-speed automatic

8-speed automatic

7-Speed Automatic

10-Speed Automatic

Horsepower

300 hp @ 5800 rpm

255 hp @ 4700 rpm

201 hp @ 6000 rpm

272 hp @ 6500 rpm

Torque

311 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm

295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm

236 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm

280 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm

Fuel Type

Premium

Gasoline Recommended

Premium

Gasoline Recommended

Premium

Gasoline Recommended

Premium

Gasoline Recommended

Fuel (MPG)

22 City / 28 Highway / 24 Combined

21 City / 28 Highway / 29 Combined

23 City / 29 Highway / 26 Combined

21 City / 27 Highway / 23 Combined

Driving Range (Miles)

383 City / 487 Highway

464 City / 568 Highway

378 City / 516 Highway

359 City / 462 Highway

Tank Capacity

17.4 gallon

17.2 gallon

17.2 gallon

17.1 gallon

Space & Comfort

Seating Capacity

5

5

5

5

Passenger Volume

103.6 cu.ft.

101.4 cu.ft.

101 cu.ft.

104 cu.ft.

Cargo Volume to Seat 1

(all rear seats folded down)

56.9 cu.ft.

67.1 cu.ft.

54.1 cu.ft.

58.9 cu.ft.

Cargo Volume to Seat 2

(only the second-row seats are in place)

28.9 cu.ft.

31.5 cu.ft.

25.9 cu.ft.

29.5 cu.ft.

Trunk Volume

28.9 cu.ft.

31.5 cu.ft.

25.9 cu.ft.

29.5 cu.ft.

Front Headroom

39.6 in.

40.5 in.

38.6 in.

40 in.

Front Legroom

41.3 in.

40.2 in.

40.9 in.

42 in.

Second Headroom

39.1 in.

38.2 in.

39.3 in.

38 in.

Second Legroom

37.2 in.

36.3 in.

38 in.

38 in.

Size & Additional Specs

Height

64.2 in.

65.4 in.

65.5 in.

65.7 in.

Length

185.6 in.

187.2 in.

184.3 in.

187.4 in.

Overall Width (w/o mirrors)

75.2 in.

75.6 in.

74.5 in.

74.8 in.

Towing Capacity

3500 lbs.

4850 lbs.

4400 lbs.

1500 lbs.

Turning Diameter

37.7 ft.

40 ft.

38.7 ft.

39 ft.

Wheelbase

113.2 in.

112.8 in.

111 in.

108.3 in.

Curb Weight

4275 lbs.

4176 lbs.

4079 lbs.

4014 lbs.

Ground Clearance

7.3 in.

8.5 in.

8.2 in.

8.2 in.

Wheels

19 in.

19 in.

18 in.

19 in.

Drive Modes

Eco, Comfort, Sport, Sport+, Custom, & Terrain Modes (Snow, Mud, Sand)

Comfort, Sport, Eco Pro, and My Modes (i.e. Personal, Expressive, Relax, and Digital Art).

Comfort, Auto, Dynamic, & Individual

(Some trims offer Efficiency and Off-Road Modes)

Comfort, Normal, Sport, & Snow

Trim Levels

2.5T & 3.5T

X3 xDrive30 & X3 M50 xDrive

Premium, Premium Plus, & Prestige

(Some trims offer Sportback & TFSI e (Plug-In Hybrid)

RDX, Technology, A-Spec, Advance, & A-Spec Advance

two 2025 Genesis GV70 luxury SUVs

Get to Know the 2025 GV70

2025 GV70 Recognition

Explore awards and more on the 2025 GV70:

2025 Performance

  • 2.5L Inline 4 Turbo GDI
  • 8-speed automatic transmission
  • 0-60 mph time in estimated 6.0 seconds (according to Motor Trend)

2025 Technology

Infotainment and Displays:

  • A standard 8-inch digital cluster with analog gauges.
  • A 14.5-inch navigation system with AM/FM/HD Radio® and SiriusXM® Radio is included.
  • A 12.3-inch 3D Digital Instrument Cluster is an available option.
  • Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ are standard.

Driver Assistance and Safety:

  • Smart Cruise Control, Intelligent Speed Limit Assist, and Highway Driving Assist are standard.
  • A Surround View Monitor is available.
  • Remote Smart Parking Assist is available.

Connectivity and Security:

  • A wireless phone charger is included.
  • Fingerprint Authentication is included.
  • Genesis Digital Key is an available feature.

Audio:

  • A Lexicon® Premium Audio system is available.

2025 Genesis GV70 interior 2025 Genesis GV70 interior

2025 Exterior Appearance

Wheels:

  • Optional 21-inch Sport Alloy Wheels.

Design & Features:

  • Includes a power hands-free smart liftgate with an auto-open function.
  • Heated outside mirrors with integrated turn-signal indicators.
  • High Beam Assist is a standard feature.
  • An available panoramic sunroof.
  • A Sport Appearance package is optional.

Color Choices:

  • Alta White
  • Makalu Gray Matte
  • Uyuni White
  • Storr Green Matte
  • Mauna Red
  • Savile Silver
  • Storr Green
  • Makalu Green
  • Vik Black
  • Capri Blue

2025 Interior Appearance

Seating and Upholstery:

  • Leatherette upholstery is standard.
  • A power-adjustable driver’s seat with 4-way power lumbar support.
  • A power front passenger seat is included.
  • Heated front seats are standard, with ventilated front seats.
  • The driver’s seat can be upgraded with a power cushion extension, bolster, and Ergo Motion.
  • Leather seating surfaces are an available upgrade.

Trim and Design:

  • Interior trim options include Aluminum with a Spin Brushed Pattern and Aluminum with a Haptic Carbon Pattern.
  • A Wave Line Backlit Trim and a leatherette-wrapped upper instrument panel are available.
  • A heated steering wheel is available.

Climate:

  • 3-Zone Climate Control is an available feature.
  • Manual rear door shades are available.

Interior Colors:

  • Obsidian Black
  • Vanilla Beige Obsidian

2025 Safety

Warranty

  • New Vehicle Limited Warranty
    • 5 years or 100,000 kilometers (62,000 miles), whichever comes first
  • Powertrain Limited Warranty
    • 10 years or 100,000 miles (non-transferable)
  • Bumper-to-Bumper Coverage
    • 5 years or 60,000 miles
  • Corrosion Warranty
    • 7 years, unlimited miles (on 2025 and newer models)
  • Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance
    • 3 years or 36,000 miles
  • Service Valet
    • 3 years via Genesis Connected Services
  • Roadside Assistance
    • 5 years, unlimited miles, 24/7

View The Genesis Warranty

Introducing the 2026 GV70

2026 Genesis GV70 exterior grille

2026 GV70 Recognition

2026 GV70 New Features

Interior Technology and Design

  • Widescreen Display: A single 27.0-inch screen now combines the digital gauge cluster and the central infotainment system.
  • Climate Controls: A new touchpad is used for climate controls.

Exterior Appearance

  • Headlights: New headlight design.
  • Grille: A new grille pattern.
  • Wheels: New wheel designs.
  • Sport Trim: The Sport trim has received additional visual enhancements.

Driving Performance

  • Steering and Suspension: Changes have been made to the steering and suspension systems.

2026 GV70 Performance

Engine and Drivetrain

  • Engine Options: The GV70 is available with two engine choices:
    • A turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder with 300 horsepower.
    • A twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V-6 with 375 horsepower.
  • Transmission: Both engines are paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission.
  • Drivetrain: All GV70 models come standard with all-wheel drive.

Acceleration and Handling

  • V-6 Performance: The V-6 model has a tested 0-60 mph time of 5.0 seconds.
  • Four-Cylinder Performance: The four-cylinder model is estimated to have a 0-60 mph time of around 5.8 seconds.
  • New Driving Features:
    • Terrain Modes: Added modes for specific conditions like Snow, Mud, and Sand.
    • Suspension: New suspension bushings and a retuned adaptive damper system on the V-6 model. The V-6’s system can also scan the road ahead to adjust for bumps.
    • Steering: A new steering-wheel damper is designed to reduce road feedback.

Fuel Economy

  • 2.5T Engine: EPA-estimated fuel economy is 20 mpg city and 28 mpg highway.
  • 3.5T Engine: EPA-estimated fuel economy is 18 mpg city and 25 mpg highway.
  • Real-World Testing: In a 75-mph highway fuel-economy test, the 3.5T model delivered 24 mpg.

2026 GV70 Technology

Infotainment and Displays

  • Unified Screen: The previous separate screens have been replaced by a single, standard 27.0-inch OLED display that acts as both the digital gauge cluster and the central infotainment screen.
  • Interface: The new screen has crisp graphics and an intuitive layout. It can be controlled by both touch and a central control knob.
  • Software Updates: The system supports over-the-air software updates.

Audio and Connectivity

  • Audio System: A new 16-speaker Bang & Olufsen premium audio system is available, replacing the previous Lexicon stereo.
  • Digital Key: The smartphone-based digital key interface has been updated.
  • Voice Recognition: The voice recognition system has been improved.

Driver Assistance and Convenience

  • Remote Parking: The remote-parking assistant has been enhanced and can now park the vehicle in diagonal and perpendicular spaces.
  • Steering Wheel: Sport models feature a new, flat-bottom steering wheel with revised controls.
  • Ambient Lighting: Ambient lighting elements have been moved higher up the door panels.

2026 GV70 Appearance

Exterior

  • Front Design: The front has been updated with a new grille pattern and new headlights that use Micro Lens Array (MLA) technology. The lower bumper and skid plate designs are also new.
  • Rear Design: The rear has revised taillights and new exhaust tips.
  • Wheels: New 19-inch and 21-inch wheel designs are available.
  • Sport Trim: The Sport trim has additional visual enhancements.

Interior

  • Design: The overall cabin design is updated with new materials and ambient lighting that has been moved higher on the door panels.
  • Controls: The climate controls now use a new touchpad.
  • Shift Knob: The knurled glass shift knob is retained.
  • Steering Wheel: Sport models feature a new, flat-bottom steering wheel with revised controls.

Space and Storage

  • Rear Seating: Rear legroom remains adequate but not particularly roomy.
  • Cargo Space: Cargo capacity is 28.9 cubic feet with the rear seats up and 56.9 cubic feet with the seats folded down.

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