Did you know that almost half of the UK’s business-leased cars are battery electric? It’s easy to see why. Electric vehicles offer unrivalled refinement, enhanced performance and the latest and greatest in-car tech, all at a fraction of the monthly cost of petrol or diesel alternatives thanks to ultra-low Benefit-in-Kind rates and generally cheaper running costs.
But while all electric cars share some key characteristics, not all are born equal. Some excel when it comes to long-distance comfort but underdeliver on driving fun. Others offer great range and impressive charging capabilities but lack everyday practicality. And some, like the Genesis Electrified GV70, manage to pull everything together into one ultra-luxurious, breathtakingly quick, family-friendly package.
Launched in 2025, the Electrified GV70 took the good foundations of the petrol-powered GV70 luxury SUV (launched in 2022) and reinvented them with Genesis’ state-of-the-art electric vehicle technology. It’s also recently been updated based on customer feedback, tens of thousands of development kilometres and close collaboration between the carmaker’s engineering teams in South Korea and Germany, so it’s even better aligned with the demands of European drivers.
Offered in a choice of three generously appointed trim levels, with comprehensive exterior and interior upgrades and an extended range of up to 298 miles (WLTP), the Electrified GV70 has also stepped up its appeal for executive company car and salary sacrifice drivers. Here’s why we think it deserves a closer look.
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Standout styling, refreshed and refined
Why follow the crowd? The Electrified GV70 stands out from the usual group of executive SUVs with a uniquely sharp and opulent Korean design language, and styling that was subtly enhanced as part of the recent updates.
It retains most of the visual impact that’s already made it a popular part of the Genesis range. Refreshed models are marked out by redesigned front and bumpers, with new Micro Lens Array LED technology projecting a bright, precise beam from its distinctive dual-line headlights. The electronically operated charging port is discreetly hidden within the G-Matrix Crest grille, and it’s now heated for easier opening when it’s icy outside.
Individuality is key, including choice of three well-equipped specifications and a colour palette comprising 10 solid, metallic, pearl and matte paint finishes. Dynamic and Luxury trims feature a new 20-inch wheel design, while aerodynamic 19-inch rims are fitted to the Pure model. They’re one element of a streamlining package fitted across the range, including grille flaps that automatically open and close for better cooling or aerodynamics, and a full-length underbody fairing to manage airflow beneath the car. That’s great news for stretching the range, and for high-speed refinement too.
Space for work – and play
Fleet vehicles need to be a jack of all trades, with strong demands for a versatile interior space that can also deliver long-distance comfort. Genesis has made sure drivers won’t feel short-changed on either front.
Cabin updates are more pronounced than the exterior changes. There’s a much wider use of soft materials throughout, gently illuminated with soothing ambient lighting, and a new 27-inch panoramic display screen across the top of the dashboard. Genesis offers a choice of black, grey or white leather and wool interiors, each with brushed aluminium accents and using sustainably sourced materials such as yarns from processed plastic bottles and waste fishing nets.
