Head-to-head
2026 Genesis G70 vs 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT
The Genesis G70 wins clearly, 92 to 66.6, on tech & comfort, safety, fuel & range. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT is ahead on performance.
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2026 Genesis G70
The 2026 Genesis G70 is sold in the U.S. as a gas compact sedan with 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the G70 RWD, is EPA-rated at 24 mpg…
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The 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid and gas compact sedan with 7 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the AMG GT 43 (…
Verdict · default weights
2026 Genesis G70
Clear winThe Genesis G70 wins clearly, 92 to 66.6, on tech & comfort, safety, fuel & range. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT is ahead on performance.
Tech & comfort 2026 Genesis G70 leads by 75.9
Safety 2026 Genesis G70 leads by 33.9
Performance 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT leads by 48.3
| Category · weight | 2026 Genesis G70overall 92 | 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GToverall 66.6 | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | No data | No data | ||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 100 | 87.3 | ||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | ||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 100 | 66.1 | ||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | ||||||||||||||
| Space & cargonot compared | No data | No data | ||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 51.7 | 100 | ||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | ||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 100 | 24.1 | ||||||||||||
Standard (1) and optional (0.5) infotainment, convenience, climate and interior features from the manufacturer's press kit. | ||||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | No data | No data | ||||||||||||
| Overall | 92 | 66.6 | ||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 4 of 7 categories compared
Genesis G70: base trim 2.5T RWD · Mercedes-Benz AMG GT: base trim AMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ AWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2026 Genesis G70 wins
- It lists 45 standard driver-assist features against 2.
- It lists more comfort and tech equipment (58 points against 14 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½).
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (1 against 2 filed with NHTSA).
Where the 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT answers
- It turns out 627 lb-ft of torque against 311.
- It makes 603 hp against 300.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
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Specifications side by side
49 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Mercedes-Benz AMG GTAMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | — | $202,200 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | twin turbo | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 4 | 8 |
| Engine displacement | 2,497 cc | 3,982 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5L Turbo (2,497 cc) GDI TIS | Handcrafted AMG 4.0L V8 biturbo |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi | — |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve | — |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 300 hp | 603 hp |
| Torque | 311 lb-ft | 627 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 21 mpg | 14 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 24 mpg | 16 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 29 mpg | 20 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 3.727 | — |
| Transmission speeds | 8 | 9 |
| Transmission type | automatic hybrid | AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 9G |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 5.1 in | — |
| Overall height | 55.1 in | 53.3 in |
| Overall length | 184 in | 186 in |
| Overall width | 72.8 in | 78.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 112 in | 106 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | — | 11.3 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 10.5 cu-ft | — |
| Total interior volume | 106 cu-ft | — |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | — |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 39.8 in | — |
| Third-row headroom | 38.7 in | — |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 42.6 in | — |
| Third-row legroom | 34.8 in | — |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3,781 lbs | — |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3,691 lbs | 4,273 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4,762 lbs | — |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | McPherson | Aluminum double wishbones with AMG ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL, anti-dive control, coil springs and adaptive adjustable damping |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link (5-link) | AMG ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL with active anti-roll stabilization, coil springs and adaptive adjustable damping |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Rack-mounted Motor-driven Power Steering (R-MDPS) | — |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 36.3 ft | — |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 350 mm | 419 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | Carbon ceramic disc with 6-piston fixed calipers |
| Parking brake type | Electronic | — |
| Rear brake diameter | 340 mm | 361 mm |
| Rear brake type | ventilated disc | Carbon ceramic disc with 1-piston sliding calipers |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 19 in | 21 in |
| Wheel material | Aluminum | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 8 in | — |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | Front P225/40R19 / Rear P255/35R19 | Front: 295/30 R 21 / Rear: 305/30 R 21 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 15.8 gal | — |
| Minimum recommended octane | 91 | — |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | Genesis Connected Services | — |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 56.3 in | — |
| Third-row shoulder room | 54.6 in | — |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
165 features · differences first, then sharedSafety48 differ · 48 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Mercedes-Benz AMG GTAMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection and Junction Turning | std | — |
| Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA) | std | — |
| Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection and Junction Turning | std | — |
| Lane Following Assist (LFA) and Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) | std | — |
| Surround View 360° Camera | — | std |
| Airbags (Front - Advanced): Driver (1), Front Passenger (1) | std | — |
| Driver and Front Passenger Seat-mounted Side-impact (2) | std | — |
| Front Center Airbag (1) | std | — |
| Highway Driving Assist | std | — |
| Lane Following Assist (LFA) and Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) | std | — |
| Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control - Curve (NSCC-C) | std | — |
| Rearview Camera with Parking Guidelines | std | — |
| Side Curtain, Roof-mounted (Front + Rear Passengers) (2) | std | — |
| Driver Attention Warning (DAW) | std | — |
| Rear side airbag (Left + Right) (2) | std | — |
| Safe Exit Warning (SEW) | std | — |
| Adjustable Front-seat Shoulder Belt Anchors | std | — |
| AMG Carbon Ceramic High Performance Composite Brake System with AMG Black Brake Calipers | — | std |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) | std | — |
| Anti-theft System Integrated with Remote Keyless Entry | std | — |
| Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA) | std | — |
| Body side Reinforcements | std | — |
| Brake Assist (included with ESC) | std | — |
| Brembo Braking System (Painted Red or Silver Calipers) | std | — |
| Driver Assistance Package | — | opt |
| Driver Knee Airbag (1) | std | — |
| Electronic Parking Brake w/ Automatic Vehicle Hold | std | — |
| Electronic Stability Control System (ESC) with Traction Control System (TCS) | std | — |
| Electronic Stability Control System (ESC) with Traction Control System (TCS) | std | — |
| Energy Absorbing Front Seats with Anti-whiplash Front Head Restraints | std | — |
| Energy-absorbing Steering Column | std | — |
| Front (Driver & Passenger) Seatbelt Pre-tensioners and Load Limiters | std | — |
| Front and Rear Crumple Zones & 5-MPH Bumpers | std | — |
| Haptic Steering Wheel – Operates with Lane Keeping Assist | std | — |
| High Beam Assist | std | — |
| Hillstart Assist Control (HAC) | std | — |
| Hood Buckling Creases and Safety Stops | std | — |
| LATCH Lower Anchors and Upper Tether Anchors | std | — |
| Occupant Classification System (OCS) | std | — |
| Power Window Lock-out Button & Pinch Protection | std | — |
| Seatbelt Convertible Locking Retractor (CLR) – Front Passenger Seat, 2nd Row Seats | std | — |
| Seatbelt Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) – All Seats / Positions | std | — |
| Shift Interlock System | std | — |
| Steering Wheel Locks When Key is Removed | std | — |
| Tamper-proof Door Lock Key Cylinder | std | — |
| Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) | std | — |
| Anti-theft Engine Immobilizer | std | — |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Individual Tire Pressure Indicator | std | — |
Infotainment16 differ · 17 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Mercedes-Benz AMG GTAMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 11.9-inch Central Multimedia Display | — | std |
| 5th Generation Navigation System with 10.25" touchscreen, AM/FM/HD Radio/SiriusXM®, Dynamic Voice Recognition, Connected Routing, Over the Air Updates, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay® | std | — |
| 6 Speakers (2 front-door-mounted speakers, 2 tweeters, 2 rear speakers, and Subwoofer), Base internal amplifier – Supplier: Mobis | std | — |
| AMG Track PACE | — | std |
| Audio Controls – Volume up/down, Mode, Seek up/down | std | — |
| Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System | std | — |
| Burmester® High-End 3D Surround Sound System | — | opt |
| Burmester® Surround Sound System | — | std |
| Genesis Connected Services® Telematics System Generation 2 | std | — |
| HD Radio | std | — |
| Head-Up Display | — | std |
| Inductive Wireless Smartphone Charging | — | std |
| MBUX Infotainment and Navigation with Voice Control, including Natural Language Understanding and Keyword Activation ("Hey Mercedes"), and AMG-Specific Displays and Functions | — | std |
| SiriusXM® Satellite Radio & Antenna – Shark-fin Style | std | — |
| USB – 3 Front: 1 USB data/charge (front console) + 2 USB charge only (front & center console); 1 Rear: 1 USB rear (charge only) | std | — |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | — | std |
| AMG Performance Steering Wheel in Multiple Finishes with AMG DRIVE UNIT Buttons | std | std |
Convenience13 differ · 13 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Mercedes-Benz AMG GTAMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Proximity Key with Push-Button Start | std | — |
| 12-volt Outlet Front Console-mounted | std | — |
| Assist Grips (3) | std | — |
| Auto-dimming Inside Rearview Mirror | std | — |
| Cupholders, Dual Front Center Console-mounted | std | — |
| Front Center Console Fixed Armrest Storage Box (flocked) | std | — |
| Hands-free Smart Trunk with Auto Open | std | — |
| Keys – 2 Proximity Key Fobs with Alarm and Trunk Release | std | — |
| Locking Glove Compartment (flocked) | std | — |
| Power Door Locks Auto-locking Availability | std | — |
| Power Windows with Auto Down/Up with Pinch Protection | std | — |
| Rear Coat Hangers (2) | std | — |
| Remote Releases – Hood, Trunk, Fuel Filler Door | std | — |
Climate5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Mercedes-Benz AMG GTAMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | std | — |
| Cabin Air Filter | std | — |
| Dual Automatic Temperature Control | std | — |
| Outside Temperature Display | std | — |
| Rear Seat Heater Ducts (Center Console-mounted) | std | — |
Seating9 differ · 10 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Mercedes-Benz AMG GTAMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Heated and Ventilated Front Seats | — | std |
| "+2" Rear Seats with Folding Backrests (no cost option) | — | opt |
| 12-way Power Driver Seat including 4-way Power Lumbar | std | — |
| 60/40 Split Folding Rear Seats | std | — |
| 8-way Power Passenger Seat | std | — |
| AMG Performance Seats with Additional Adjustability | — | std |
| Center Folding Armrest with Dual Cup Holders (Rear Seat) | std | — |
| Leatherette Seating Surfaces | std | — |
| Leatherette Seating Surfaces | std | — |
| Heated and Ventilated Front Seats | std | std |
Interior27 differ · 27 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Mercedes-Benz AMG GTAMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ AWD |
|---|---|---|
| HomeLink® Integrated Transceiver (located on inside rearview mirror) | std | — |
| 12.3-inch Digital Instrument Cluster | — | std |
| 3-Spoke Steering Wheel | std | — |
| 8" Color LCD Multi-Information Display | std | — |
| Aluminum Console Trim | std | — |
| Aluminum Door Trim | std | — |
| AMG Performance Steering Wheel in Microfiber/Carbon Fiber Design | — | opt |
| Cargo Area LED Light | std | — |
| Door Handles Satin | std | — |
| Door Pocket Storage Compartments | std | — |
| Driver & Front Passenger Sunvisors Sliding | std | — |
| Floor Covering Premium Cut-pile Carpeting | std | — |
| Front Overhead Map LED Lights | std | — |
| Front Overhead Pin Lights | std | — |
| Glove Compartment LED Light | std | — |
| Illuminated Driver & Front Passenger Vanity Mirror | std | — |
| Leatherette Door Panel Inserts | std | — |
| Leatherette Wrapped Crash Pad | std | — |
| MANUFAKTUR Microfiber Headliner | — | opt |
| Perforated Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | std | — |
| Rear Overhead LED Lights | std | — |
| Roof Trim Cloth | std | — |
| Shift Lever Leather-Wrapped | std | — |
| Stainless Steel Door Sill Plates (Front & Rear) | std | — |
| Manual Telescopic Steering Wheel | std | — |
| Floor Mats Carpeted | std | — |
| Trip Computer (avg. fuel economy, avg. speed, range to empty, trip timer, trip distance) | std | — |
Exterior24 differ · 24 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Mercedes-Benz AMG GTAMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 21-inch AMG Forged Split 5-Spoke Wheels in Additional Finishes | — | opt |
| 21-inch AMG Forged Split 5-Spoke Wheels in Matte Grey (exclusive to AMG GT 63 PRO) | — | std |
| Aluminum Wheels 19 x 8.0J (front) / 19 x 8.5J (rear) | std | — |
| AMG Aerodynamics Package | — | std |
| AMG Carbon Fiber Package | — | std |
| AMG Extended Night Package | — | std |
| Auto-Defogging Windshield | std | — |
| Automatic Headlights | std | — |
| DIGITAL LIGHT Headlamps | — | std |
| Dual Exhaust Chrome | std | — |
| Dual Power Outside Mirrors | std | — |
| Fixed Panoramic Sunroof | — | opt |
| Front Windshield Wipers with Variable Intermittent, Speed Sensitive | std | — |
| Full LED Headlights Auto-leveling | std | — |
| Heated with Timer | std | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | std | — |
| LED Outside Mirror Turn Signal Indicators | std | — |
| LED Taillights | std | — |
| MANUFAKTUR Exclusive Paints (more than 50 choices) | — | opt |
| Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R Extreme Performance Sport Tires (no cost option) | — | opt |
| Tinted Glass Solar Control | std | — |
| Rear Window Defroster, Electronic with Timer | std | — |
| LED Center High Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL) | std | — |
| Spare Tire – Compact / Location: Inside Under Cargo | std | — |
Powertrain16 differ · 16 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Mercedes-Benz AMG GTAMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ AWD |
|---|---|---|
| AMG Performance 4MATIC+ Fully Variable All-Wheel Drive | opt | std |
| 2.5L Turbo (2,497 cc), Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI), Tuned Intake System (TIS) | std | — |
| 8-speed Automatic Transmission | std | — |
| Active Sound Design (ASD) | std | — |
| AMG DYNAMIC PLUS Package with AMG Dynamic Engine Mounts, Electronically Controlled AMG Limited Slip Rear Differential, RACE Drive Program with Drift mode, and Lowered Suspension | — | std |
| AMG DYNAMIC SELECT with Integrated AMG DYNAMICS | — | std |
| AMG Performance Exhaust | — | std |
| AMG SPEEDSHIFT® MCT 9G Transmission | — | std |
| Dynamic Torque Vectoring Control (DTVC) | opt | — |
| Electronically Controlled AMG Limited Slip Rear Differential | — | std |
| Enhanced Cooling Package for Engine, Drivetrain and Brakes | — | std |
| Handcrafted AMG 4.0L V8 Biturbo Engine with Bespoke Tuning Delivers 603 hp and 627 lb-ft | — | std |
| Intelligent Drive Mode – Comfort, Smart, Eco, Sport, Sport+, Custom | std | — |
| Rear Wheel Drive | std | — |
| Rev-Match | std | — |
| Shift-by-Wire | std | — |
Chassis4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Mercedes-Benz AMG GTAMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5-Degree Active Rear Axle Steering | — | std |
| AMG ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL Suspension with Active Roll Stabilization | — | std |
| Front Axle Lift System (enables front end to raise by 1.2 inches making it easier to enter steep driveways or drive over speed bumps) | — | opt |
| Rack-mounted Motor-driven Power Steering (R-MDPS) | std | — |
Cargo1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Mercedes-Benz AMG GTAMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo Net | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
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Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPGenesis G70
Safety Signal 100 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 0
Owner complaints 1 · 0 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Electrical System (1), Vehicle Speed Control (1), Unspecified (1)
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Mercedes-Benz AMG GT
Safety Signal 92 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 1
Owner complaints 2 · 0 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Forward Collision Avoidance (1), Engine (1), Electrical System (1)
Top recalls
- high Electrical System 26V281000 · 144,049 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Genesis G702.5T RWD | Mercedes-Benz AMG GTAMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ AWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — (base trim) | $202,200 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | — 6 trims | $202,200 1 trims |
| Powertrains | GAS | HEV, GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | G70 RWD | AMG GT 43 4matic Plus |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 24 | 21 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $3,400 | $3,900 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | — | — |
| Powertrain warranty | — | — |
| Roadside assistance | — | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Genesis G70 or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT?
The Genesis G70 wins clearly, 92 to 66.6, on tech & comfort, safety, fuel & range. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT is ahead on performance. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Genesis G70 scores 92 and the 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 66.6. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 Genesis G70 or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT?
2026 Genesis G70: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 1 recall. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2026 Genesis G70 and the 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT?
Where the 2026 Genesis G70 wins: it lists 45 standard driver-assist features against 2, lists more comfort and tech equipment (58 points against 14 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½), and has drawn fewer owner complaints (1 against 2 filed with NHTSA). Where the 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT answers: it turns out 627 lb-ft of torque against 311 and makes 603 hp against 300.