Genesis Receives Three IIHS Top Safety Pick+ Awards for the GV60, GV70, and GV80

author: FutureCar Staff    

If a vehicle receives the Top Safety Pick+ award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), it means that the automobile is considered as safe as it can possibly be. Recently, Genesis, the luxury division of Hyundai, achieved this prestigious accolade for not just one, but three of their sport utility vehicles (SUVs).

The GV60, which is Genesis' first-ever electric vehicle based on the Hyundai E-GMP electric vehicle architecture, received an acceptable rating for the ease of use of the child seat anchors. The GV70, available with both internal combustion and electric propulsion, was rated advanced instead of superior for both daytime and nighttime vehicle-to-pedestrian front crash prevention. The larger and more luxurious GV80 earned an acceptable rating for the headlights and child seat anchors. Although there is room for improvement, it's important to note that all three vehicles performed exceptionally well in their crashworthiness evaluations, including various crash tests.

Genesis represents the best that Hyundai has to offer, so it's no surprise that these GV crossovers received the IIHS Top Safety Pick+ award. Each of the three vehicles comes equipped with at least eight standard airbags, Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance Assist, and Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist. The Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist feature is even programmed to detect cyclists and pedestrians.

The GV60, which is closely related to the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6, is currently available in limited numbers at select retailers in 23 states. The 2024 model starts at $60,550 for the Advanced version and $69,550 for the Performance AWD. However, while the Performance AWD offers impressive power, it falls short in terms of range, with only 235 miles on the combined test cycle. The Advanced AWD also has a relatively low range of 248 miles.

Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama (HMMA) is responsible for producing the US-spec GV70 and Electrified GV70 for the 2024 model year. This SUV is available with a 2.5-liter turbo, 3.5-liter turbo, or all-electric powertrain, with prices starting at $44,900.

The GV70 shares the same platform as the larger GV80, which gained attention earlier this year when professional golfer Tiger Woods was involved in a serious crash with a GV80. Despite the vehicle rolling multiple times, Tiger survived with a fractured leg and a shattered ankle, thanks in part to the safety features of the GV80.

FutureCar Staff