2026 Genesis G70 vs 2026 Toyota Corolla
The Genesis G70 wins clearly, 85.8 to 75.8, on tech & comfort, safety, performance. The Toyota Corolla is ahead on fuel & range and space & cargo.
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…
2026 Toyota Corolla
The 2026 Toyota Corolla is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid and gas compact sedan with 12 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Corolla Hybrid, …
2026 Genesis G70
Clear winThe Genesis G70 wins clearly, 85.8 to 75.8, on tech & comfort, safety, performance. The Toyota Corolla is ahead on fuel & range and space & cargo.
| Category · weight | 2026 Genesis G70overall 85.8 | 2026 Toyota Corollaoverall 75.8 | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | No data | No data | ||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 42.5 | 100 | ||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | ||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 100 | 72.7 | ||||||||||||
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 & cargow 2 | 86.8 | 100 | ||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | ||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 100 | 57.9 | ||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | ||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 100 | 51.7 | ||||||||||||
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 | 85.8 | 75.8 | ||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 5 of 7 categories compared
Genesis G70: base trim 2.5T RWD · Toyota Corolla: base trim LE FWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2026 Genesis G70 wins
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (1 against 18 filed with NHTSA).
- It lists more comfort and tech equipment (58 points against 30 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½).
- It lists 45 standard driver-assist features against 30.
Where the 2026 Toyota Corolla answers
- It costs $2,050 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($1,350 against $3,400).
- It is rated 50 combined against 24 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
What they share
- 5 seats.
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.
Specifications side by side
50 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Toyota CorollaLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | — | $22,925 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | twin turbo | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2,497 cc | 1,987 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5L Turbo (2,497 cc) GDI TIS | 2.0-Liter Dynamic Force 4-Cylinder DOHC 16-Valve |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi | gdi mpi |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve | DOHC 16-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 300 hp | 169 hp |
| Torque | 311 lb-ft | 151 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 21 mpg | 32 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 24 mpg | 35 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 29 mpg | 41 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 3.727 | — |
| Transmission speeds | 8 | — |
| Transmission type | automatic hybrid | cvt |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 5.1 in | 5.3 in |
| Overall height | 55.1 in | 56.5 in |
| Overall length | 184 in | 182 in |
| Overall width | 72.8 in | 70.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 112 in | 106 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 10.5 cu-ft | 13.1 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 106 cu-ft | 88.6 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | 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 | 2,955 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3,691 lbs | 2,955 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4,762 lbs | — |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | McPherson | Independent MacPherson strut front suspension with stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link (5-link) | Torsion beam rear suspension |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Rack-mounted Motor-driven Power Steering (R-MDPS) | Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 36.3 ft | 35.6 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 350 mm | 274 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | Electronic | Automatic Electric Parking Brake |
| Rear brake diameter | 340 mm | 259 mm |
| Rear brake type | ventilated disc | solid disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 19 in | 16 in |
| Wheel material | Aluminum | steel |
| Wheel width | 8 in | — |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | Front P225/40R19 / Rear P255/35R19 | P205/55R16 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 15.8 gal | 13.2 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | 91 | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | Genesis Connected Services | Toyota |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | — | 60 months |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | — | 60 months |
| 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
187 features · differences first, then sharedSafety47 differ · 61 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Toyota CorollaLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control | — | 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 | — |
| Front Center Airbag (1) | std | — |
| Highway Driving Assist | std | — |
| Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control - Curve (NSCC-C) | std | — |
| Rearview Camera with Parking Guidelines | std | — |
| Driver Attention Warning (DAW) | std | — |
| Safe Exit Warning (SEW) | std | — |
| 3-point seatbelts for all seating positions; driver-side Emergency Locking Retractor and Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor on all passenger belts | — | std |
| Adjustable front shoulder anchors, driver and front passenger seatbelt pretensioners with force limiters | — | std |
| Adjustable Front-seat Shoulder Belt Anchors | std | — |
| Anti-theft System Integrated with Remote Keyless Entry | std | — |
| Body side Reinforcements | std | — |
| Brake Assist (included with ESC) | std | — |
| Brembo Braking System (Painted Red or Silver Calipers) | std | — |
| Child-protector rear door locks | — | std |
| Driver and front passenger Whiplash-Injury-Lessening seats | — | std |
| Dynamic Radar Cruise Control | — | std |
| Electric Parking Brake | — | std |
| Electronic Parking Brake w/ Automatic Vehicle Hold | 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 collapsible steering column | — | 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 | — |
| Front and rear energy-absorbing crumple zones with side-impact door beams | — | std |
| Haptic Steering Wheel – Operates with Lane Keeping Assist | std | — |
| Head-impact protection structure | — | std |
| High-tensile-strength steel body panels | — | std |
| Hood Buckling Creases and Safety Stops | std | — |
| Integrated backup camera with projected path | — | std |
| Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist | — | std |
| LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) includes lower anchors on outboard rear seats and tether anchors on all rear seats | — | std |
| LATCH Lower Anchors and Upper Tether Anchors | std | — |
| Occupant Classification System (OCS) | std | — |
| Power Window Lock-out Button & Pinch Protection | std | — |
| Road Sign Assist | — | 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 | — |
| Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 | — | std |
| Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) | std | — |
| Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection | std | std |
| Lane Tracing Assist | std | std |
| Ten airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, driver knee airbag, front passenger seat cushion airbag, rear seat-mounted side airbags, and front and rear side curtain airbags | std | std |
| Ten airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, driver knee airbag, front passenger seat cushion airbag, rear seat-mounted side airbags, and front and rear side curtain airbags | std | std |
| Ten airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, driver knee airbag, front passenger seat cushion airbag, rear seat-mounted side airbags, and front and rear side curtain airbags | std | std |
| Ten airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, driver knee airbag, front passenger seat cushion airbag, rear seat-mounted side airbags, and front and rear side curtain airbags | std | std |
| Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) | std | std |
| Auto High Beams | std | std |
| Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | std | std |
| Electronic Stability Control | std | std |
| Hill Start Assist Control | std | std |
| Ten airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, driver knee airbag, front passenger seat cushion airbag, rear seat-mounted side airbags, and front and rear side curtain airbags | std | std |
| Engine immobilizer | std | std |
| Tire Pressure Monitor System | std | std |
Infotainment18 differ · 19 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Toyota CorollaLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Tilt/telescopic 3-spoke steering wheel with audio, Multi-Information Display, Bluetooth® hands-free phone, voice command, Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist controls | — | 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 | — |
| 8-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen with six speakers, wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ compatibility, SiriusXM® 3-month trial subscription. | — | std |
| Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System | std | — |
| Drive Connect — includes Cloud Navigation with Google Points of Interest (POI) data, Intelligent Assistant with "Hey, Toyota", and Destination Assist. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Genesis Connected Services® Telematics System Generation 2 | std | — |
| HD Radio | std | — |
| Paddle Shifters | std | — |
| Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging | — | opt |
| Remote Connect — remotely interact with your vehicle through the Toyota app via your smartwatch. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Safety Connect® — includes Emergency Assistance button, Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification and Stolen Vehicle Locator. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Service Connect — receive personalized maintenance updates and vehicle health reports. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| SiriusXM® Satellite Radio & Antenna – Shark-fin Style | std | — |
| Two front USB-C ports | — | std |
| Two rear USB-C ports | — | 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 | — |
| Wi-Fi Connect — With AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and Integrated Streaming with Apple Music® and Amazon Music compatibility. Subscription required. 30 days or up to 3GB trial included. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Tilt/telescopic 3-spoke steering wheel with audio, Multi-Information Display, Bluetooth® hands-free phone, voice command, Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist controls | std | std |
Convenience18 differ · 18 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Toyota CorollaLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Smart Key System on front doors and trunk with Push Button Start, remote keyless entry system with lock, two-stage unlock, panic, and trunk-release functions | std | opt |
| 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 | — |
| LE Premium Package: Includes Smart Key System on front doors and trunk with Push Button Start, remote keyless entry system with lock, panic and trunk-release functions; 16-in. alloy wheels and P205/55R16 tires; and Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging | — | opt |
| Locking Glove Compartment (flocked) | std | — |
| Multi-function in-key remote keyless entry system with lock, unlock, panic, and trunk-release functions | — | std |
| One 12V auxiliary power outlet | — | std |
| Power Door Locks Auto-locking Availability | std | — |
| Power door locks with automatic locking feature | — | std |
| Power Windows with Auto Down/Up with Pinch Protection | std | — |
| Rear Coat Hangers (2) | std | — |
| Remote Releases – Hood, Trunk, Fuel Filler Door | std | — |
| Front and rear power windows with one-touch auto up/down | — | std |
Climate6 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Toyota CorollaLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | std | — |
| Automatic climate control with dust and pollen filter, and push-button controls | — | std |
| Cabin Air Filter | std | — |
| Dual Automatic Temperature Control | std | — |
| Outside Temperature Display | std | — |
| Rear Seat Heater Ducts (Center Console-mounted) | std | — |
Seating11 differ · 11 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Toyota CorollaLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 60/40 split fold-down rear seat with center armrest and two cup holders | — | std |
| Heated driver and front passenger seats | std | — |
| Fabric-trimmed 6-way adjustable driver's seat and 4-way adjustable front passenger seat | — | std |
| 12-way Power Driver Seat including 4-way Power Lumbar | std | — |
| 60/40 Split Folding Rear Seats | std | — |
| 8-way Power Passenger Seat | std | — |
| Center Folding Armrest with Dual Cup Holders (Rear Seat) | std | — |
| Fabric-trimmed 6-way adjustable driver's seat and 4-way adjustable front passenger seat | — | std |
| Leatherette Seating Surfaces | std | — |
| Leatherette Seating Surfaces | std | — |
| 60/40 split fold-down rear seat with center armrest and two cup holders | — | std |
Interior34 differ · 34 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Toyota CorollaLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| HomeLink® Integrated Transceiver (located on inside rearview mirror) | std | — |
| 3-Spoke Steering Wheel | std | — |
| 7-in. Digital Gauge Cluster | — | std |
| 8" Color LCD Multi-Information Display | std | — |
| Aluminum Console Trim | std | — |
| Aluminum Door Trim | std | — |
| Cargo Area LED Light | std | — |
| Center console with storage compartment | — | std |
| Digital clock | — | 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 | — |
| Front- and rear-door storage pockets | — | std |
| Glove Compartment LED Light | std | — |
| Illuminated Driver & Front Passenger Vanity Mirror | std | — |
| Leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic 3-spoke steering wheel with audio, Multi-Information Display, Bluetooth® hands-free phone, voice-command, Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist controls | std | — |
| Leatherette Door Panel Inserts | std | — |
| Leatherette Wrapped Crash Pad | std | — |
| Overhead console with maplights | — | std |
| Passenger-side glove compartment | — | std |
| Rear Overhead LED Lights | std | — |
| Roof Trim Cloth | std | — |
| Shift Lever Leather-Wrapped | std | — |
| Stainless Steel Door Sill Plates (Front & Rear) | std | — |
| Two front cup holders | — | std |
| Two rear cup holders | — | std |
| Day/night rearview mirror | — | std |
| Driver and front passenger sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors | — | opt |
| Manual Telescopic Steering Wheel | std | — |
| Floor Mats Carpeted | std | — |
| Trip Computer (avg. fuel economy, avg. speed, range to empty, trip timer, trip distance) | std | — |
Exterior21 differ · 25 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Toyota CorollaLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 16-in. alloy wheels and P205/55R16 tires | — | opt |
| 16-in. steel wheels with covers and P205/55R16 tires | — | std |
| Aluminum Wheels 19 x 8.0J (front) / 19 x 8.5J (rear) | std | — |
| Auto-Defogging Windshield | std | — |
| Automatic Headlights | std | — |
| Black front grille | — | std |
| Color-keyed outside door handles | — | std |
| Color-keyed power outside mirrors with Blind Spot Monitor warning indicators | — | std |
| Color-keyed roof-mounted shark-fin antenna | — | std |
| Dual Exhaust Chrome | std | — |
| Dual Power Outside Mirrors | std | — |
| Front Windshield Wipers with Variable Intermittent, Speed Sensitive | std | — |
| Full LED Headlights Auto-leveling | std | — |
| Intermittent windshield wipers | — | std |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | std |
| LED headlights | — | std |
| LED Outside Mirror Turn Signal Indicators | std | — |
| Spare Tire/Wheel: Tire Repair Kit | — | std |
| Tinted Glass Solar Control | std | — |
| LED Center High Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL) | std | — |
| Spare Tire – Compact / Location: Inside Under Cargo | std | — |
| Color-keyed heated power outside mirrors with Blind Spot Monitor warning indicators | std | std |
| LED Daytime Running Lights and accent lighting | std | std |
| LED taillights and stop lights | std | std |
| Rear window defogger with timer | std | std |
Powertrain11 differ · 11 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Toyota CorollaLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| SE AWD available | opt | — |
| Front-wheel drive (FWD) | — | 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 | — |
| Automatic engine shutoff | — | std |
| Dynamic Torque Vectoring Control (DTVC) | opt | — |
| Intelligent Drive Mode – Comfort, Smart, Eco, Sport, Sport+, Custom | std | — |
| Rear Wheel Drive | std | — |
| Rev-Match | std | — |
| Shift-by-Wire | std | — |
Chassis1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Toyota CorollaLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Rack-mounted Motor-driven Power Steering (R-MDPS) | std | — |
Cargo1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Toyota CorollaLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo Net | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPGenesis G70
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Toyota Corolla
Top recalls
- minor Exterior Lighting 26V110000 · 86 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Genesis G702.5T RWD | Toyota CorollaLE FWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — (base trim) | $22,925 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | — 6 trims | $22,925 – $29,140 8 trims |
| Powertrains | GAS | HEV, GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | G70 RWD | Corolla Hybrid |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 24 | 50 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $3,400 | $1,350 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | — | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | — | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Roadside assistance | — | 2 yr |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Genesis G70 or the 2026 Toyota Corolla?
The Genesis G70 wins clearly, 85.8 to 75.8, on tech & comfort, safety, performance. The Toyota Corolla is ahead on fuel & range and space & cargo. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Genesis G70 scores 85.8 and the 2026 Toyota Corolla 75.8. 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 Toyota Corolla?
2026 Genesis G70: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. 2026 Toyota Corolla: 5 NHTSA stars, 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 Toyota Corolla?
Where the 2026 Genesis G70 wins: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (1 against 18 filed with NHTSA), lists more comfort and tech equipment (58 points against 30 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½), and lists 45 standard driver-assist features against 30. Where the 2026 Toyota Corolla answers: it costs $2,050 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($1,350 against $3,400) and is rated 50 combined against 24 (EPA mpg or MPGe). What they share: 5 seats.