Genesis refreshes its G70 sports saloon for 2021 Styling follows the G80’s lines while tech updates and new interface spruce up the cabin Published: September 10, 2020 18:57 Sony Thomas, wheels Editor 1 of 5 Genesis, Hyundai’s luxury arm, has revealed the refreshed G70 premium sports saloon for model year 2021. While it is a mid-cycle update for the model that was first introduced in 2017, the new G70 features significant styling and tech upgrades. Image Credit: Supplied 2 of 5 The exterior design has evolved into what looks like a miniature version of the larger G80, which had received a generational update earlier this year. The signature crest grille is set lower than the quad lamps, adding to the G70’s sporty, hunkered down stance. Image Credit: Supplied 3 of 5 In profile, the G70 gets side air extractors that Genesis says have been optimised for efficiency, with the muscular fenders and wheel arches aiding the sports saloon silhouette. Image Credit: Supplied 4 of 5 At the back, quad taillamps apparently take inspiration from the Genesis wing logo, and the full width G-Matrix mesh and body coloured diffusers round off the styling changes. Image Credit: Supplied 5 of 5 The cabin gets connectivity tech updates and a new 10.25-inch infotainment system. In addition, the wireless charging system has been changed to a horizontal layout, increasing convenience for those with varied smartphone sizes. Image Credit: Supplied