Head-to-head
2027 Audi RS e-tron vs 2027 Genesis G70
Too close to call: Audi RS e-tron 76.3 vs Genesis G70 75.4 with these weights. The Genesis G70 is ahead on tech & comfort and safety. Raise the tech & comfort weight from 3 to 3.2 and it flips.
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2027 Audi RS e-tron
The 2027 Audi RS e-tron is sold in the U.S. as an electric compact sedan. Its longest-range version, the RS e-tron GT Performance, is EPA-rated at 278 miles wit…
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The 2027 Genesis G70 is sold in the U.S. as a gas compact sedan with 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the G70 RWD, is EPA-rated at 24 mpg…
Verdict · default weights
2027 Audi RS e-tron
Toss-upToo close to call: Audi RS e-tron 76.3 vs Genesis G70 75.4 with these weights. The Genesis G70 is ahead on tech & comfort and safety. Raise the tech & comfort weight from 3 to 3.2 and it flips.
Tech & comfort 2027 Genesis G70 leads by 77.4
Fuel & range 2027 Audi RS e-tron leads by 72.8
Performance 2027 Audi RS e-tron leads by 62.8
| Category · weight | 2027 Genesis G70overall 75.4 | 2027 Audi RS e-tronoverall 76.3 | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | No data | No data | ||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 27.2 | 100 | ||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | ||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 100 | 79.2 | ||||||||||||
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 | 100 | 91.9 | ||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | ||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 37.2 | 100 | ||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | ||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 100 | 22.6 | ||||||||||||
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 | 75.4 | 76.3 | ||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 5 of 7 categories compared
Genesis G70: base trim 2.5T RWD · Audi RS e-tron: base trim RS e-tron GT performance AWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Raise the tech & comfort weight from 3 to 3.2 and the answer flips.
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 2027 Audi RS e-tron wins
- It costs $2,500 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($900 against $3,400).
- It is rated 84 combined against 24 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
- It makes 912 hp against 300.
Where the 2027 Genesis G70 answers
- It lists 36 standard driver-assist features against 6.
- It lists more comfort and tech equipment (53 points against 12 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½).
What they share
- A Safety Signal of 100.
- 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.
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Specifications side by side
44 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Audi RS e-tronRS e-tron GT performance AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | — | $170,500 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | twin turbo | — |
| Engine displacement | 2,497 cc | — |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5L Turbo GDI | Two permanent-magnet synchronous (PSM) electric motors |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi | — |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 300 hp | 912 hp |
| Torque | 311 lb-ft | — |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 21 mpg | 85 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 24 mpg | 84 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 29 mpg | 82 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 3.727 | — |
| Transmission speeds | 8 | 2 |
| Transmission type | automatic hybrid | Two-speed |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 5.1 in | — |
| Overall height | 55.1 in | 54.9 in |
| Overall length | 184 in | 197 in |
| Overall width | 72.8 in | 77.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 112 in | 114 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 10.5 cu-ft | 9.2 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 106 cu-ft | — |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 39.8 in | 38.2 in |
| Third-row headroom | 38.7 in | 36.5 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 42.6 in | 41.9 in |
| Third-row legroom | 34.8 in | 32.2 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3,781 lbs | — |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3,691 lbs | 5,137 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4,762 lbs | — |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | McPherson | Double-wishbone with 2-chamber air springs |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link (5-link) | Double-wishbone with 2-chamber air springs |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Rack-mounted Motor-driven Power Steering (R-MDPS) | Electromechanical with speed-dependent power assistance |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 18.2 ft | 38.1 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 350 mm | 410 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | 6-piston calipers, ventilated rotors |
| Parking brake type | Electronic | Electromechanical |
| Rear brake diameter | 340 mm | 365 mm |
| Rear brake type | ventilated disc | 4-piston calipers, ventilated rotors |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 19 in | 21 in |
| Wheel material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | Front P225/40R19 / Rear P255/35R19 | 245/45 R20 - 285/40 R20 Summer |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 15.8 gal | — |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | Genesis Connected Services | — |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 56.3 in | 56.4 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 54.6 in | 53.8 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
167 features · differences first, then sharedSafety38 differ · 40 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Audi RS e-tronRS e-tron GT performance AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection and Junction Turning | std | — |
| Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control - Curve (NSCC-C) | 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 | — |
| 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 | — |
| Anti-theft System Integrated with Remote Keyless Entry | std | — |
| Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA) | std | — |
| Brake Assist (included with ESC) | std | — |
| Brake Construction: Diagonal Dual-Circuit Brake System with ESC/ABS/EBV Brake Booster, Hydraulic Brake Assist | — | std |
| Brembo Braking System | std | — |
| Driver Knee Airbag (1) | std | — |
| Electronic Parking Brake w/ Automatic Vehicle Hold | std | — |
| Electronic Stability Control System (ESC) with Traction Control System (TCS) | std | — |
| Energy-absorbing Steering Column | std | — |
| Front and Rear Crumple Zones & 5-MPH Bumpers | std | — |
| Front Brakes: 6-piston calipers with 410mm (16.1") ventilated rotors | — | std |
| Haptic: Operates with Lane Keeping Assist | std | — |
| High Beam Assist | std | — |
| Hillstart Assist Control (HAC) | std | — |
| Occupant Classification System (OCS) | std | — |
| Parking Brake: Electromechanical | — | std |
| Rear Brakes: 4-piston calipers with 365mm (14.4") ventilated rotors | — | 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 | — |
| Anti-Lock Braking System All Four Wheels with Electronic Brake Force Distribution | std | std |
| Stability Control Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | std | std |
Infotainment11 differ · 11 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Audi RS e-tronRS e-tron GT performance AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 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: TBD W x 6 channel (TBDW, Max.) internal amplifier Supplier: Mobis | std | — |
| Antenna: In-Glass (Standard Radio) | std | — |
| Audio Controls: Volume up/down, Mode, Seek up/down | std | — |
| Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System | std | — |
| Genesis Connected Services® Telematics System: Generation 2 | std | — |
| HD Radio | std | — |
| Paddle Shifters | std | — |
| SiriusXM® Satellite Radio & Antenna: Shark-fin Style | std | — |
| USB: 2 Front: 1 USB-A data/charge (front console) + 1 USB-C charge only (center console) / 2 Rear: 2 USB-C rear (charge only) | std | — |
| Wireless Charging Pad | std | — |
Convenience14 differ · 14 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Audi RS e-tronRS e-tron GT performance AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Proximity Key with Push-Button Start | std | — |
| 12-volt Outlet: Front Console-mounted | std | — |
| Destination (USD): $1,395 | — | std |
| Hands-free Smart Trunk with Auto Open | std | — |
| HomeLink® Integrated Transceiver (located on inside rearview mirror) | std | — |
| Hybrid / Drive Battery Warranty: 8 Years / 100,000 Miles (whichever occurs first), 70% retention of battery capacity | — | std |
| Keys: 2 Proximity Key Fobs with Alarm and Trunk Release | std | — |
| New Vehicle Limited Warranty: 4 years / 50,000 Miles (whichever occurs first) | — | std |
| Power Door Locks: Auto-locking Availability | std | — |
| Powertrain Warranty: 4 years / 50,000 Miles (whichever occurs first) | — | std |
| Remote Releases: Fuel Filler Door | std | — |
| Remote Releases: Trunk | std | — |
| Starting MSRP (USD): $170,500 | — | std |
| Power Windows with Auto Down/Up with Pinch Protection | std | — |
Climate5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Audi RS e-tronRS e-tron GT performance 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 | — |
Seating5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Audi RS e-tronRS e-tron GT performance AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Heated Front Seats | std | — |
| 12-way Power Driver Seat including 4-way Power Lumbar | std | — |
| 8-way Power Passenger Seat | std | — |
| Leatherette Seating Surfaces | std | — |
| Seating: 5-Passenger | — | std |
Interior30 differ · 30 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Audi RS e-tronRS e-tron GT performance AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Auto-dimming Inside Rearview Mirror | std | — |
| 3-Spoke Steering Wheel | std | — |
| 8" Color LCD Multi-Information Display | std | — |
| Active Sound Design (ASD) | std | — |
| Assist Grips (3) | std | — |
| Cupholders, Dual: Front Center Console-mounted | std | — |
| Door Handles: Satin | std | — |
| Floor Covering: Premium Cut-pile Carpeting | std | — |
| Front Center Console: Fixed Armrest Storage Box (flocked) | std | — |
| Front Overhead Pin Lights | std | — |
| Glove Compartment LED Light | std | — |
| Headroom, Front (in.): 38.2 | — | std |
| Headroom, Rear (in.): 36.5 | — | std |
| Leatherette Door Panel Inserts | std | — |
| Leatherette Wrapped Crash Pad | std | — |
| Legroom, Front (in.): 41.9 | — | std |
| Legroom, Rear (in.): 32.2 | — | std |
| Locking Glove Compartment (flocked) | std | — |
| Manual Telescopic Steering Wheel | std | — |
| Perforated Leather Wrapped | std | — |
| Rear Coat Hangers (2) | std | — |
| Rear Overhead LED Lights | std | — |
| Shift Lever: Leather-Wrapped | std | — |
| Shoulder Room, Front (in.): 56.4 | — | std |
| Shoulder Room, Rear (in.): 53.8 | — | std |
| Stainless Steel Door Sill Plates (Front & Rear) | std | — |
| Cargo Area LED Light | std | — |
| Floor Mats: Carpeted | std | — |
| Front Overhead Map LED Lights | std | — |
| Trip Computer (avg. fuel economy, avg. speed, range to empty, trip timer, trip distance) | std | — |
Exterior25 differ · 25 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Audi RS e-tronRS e-tron GT performance AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Full LED Headlights: Auto-leveling | std | — |
| 19 x 8.0J (front) / 19 x 8.5J (rear) Aluminum Wheels | std | — |
| Auto-Defogging Windshield | std | — |
| Curb Weight (lb.): 5,137 | — | std |
| Drag Coefficient (Cd): 0.26 Cd | — | std |
| Dual Exhaust: Chrome | std | — |
| EPA Class: 4-Door Coupe | — | std |
| Heated with Timer | std | — |
| Height (in.): 54.9 | — | std |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | std | — |
| LED Outside Mirror Turn Signal Indicators | std | — |
| LED Taillights | std | — |
| Length (in.): 196.7 | — | std |
| Overall Width with Mirrors (in.): 84.9 | — | std |
| Overall Width without Mirrors (in.): 77.3 | — | std |
| Tinted Glass: Solar Control | std | — |
| Tires (Optional F-R): 265/35 R21 - 305/30 R21 Summer | — | opt |
| Tires (Standard F-R): 245/45 R20 - 285/40 R20 Summer | — | std |
| Wheelbase (in.): 114.2 | — | std |
| Wheels (Optional): 21" 6-double-spoke RS design, milled cut, dark finish | — | opt |
| Wheels (Standard): 21" 6-double-spoke RS design, milled cut, bi-color finish | — | std |
| Automatic Headlights | std | — |
| Rear Window Defroster, Electronic with Timer | std | — |
| LED Center High Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL) | std | — |
| Spare Tire: Compact / Location: Inside Under Cargo | std | — |
Powertrain28 differ · 28 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Audi RS e-tronRS e-tron GT performance AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Driven Wheels All-Wheel Drive | opt | std |
| 0-100 km/h (sec.) Est. (w/launch control): 2.7 sec | — | std |
| 0-60 mph (sec.) Est. (w/launch control): 2.4 sec | — | std |
| 2.5L Turbo (2,497 cc) / Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) / Tuned Intake System (TIS) | std | — |
| Battery Pack Construction: 396 Pouch Cells / 33 modules, Aluminum Battery Case Reinforced with Extruded Aluminum Cross-Sections | — | std |
| Battery Size (Gross): 105 kWh | — | std |
| Battery Size (Net): 97 kWh | — | std |
| Battery Type: 800V Lithium Ion | — | std |
| Charge Port (Driver side): AC/DC Combo Port J1772 / CCS | — | std |
| DC Fast Charging (320 kW): 18 minutes (10% - 80% charge) | — | std |
| Drivetrain Configuration: Single Front / Single Rear Motor | — | std |
| Dynamic Torque Vectoring Control (DTVC) | opt | — |
| Electric Motor Type: Two permanent-magnet synchronous (PSM) electric motors | — | std |
| EPA Estimated MPG/MPGe (City): 85 | — | std |
| EPA Estimated MPG/MPGe (Combined): 84 | — | std |
| EPA Estimated MPG/MPGe (Highway): 82 | — | std |
| EPA Estimated Range (mi.) w/20" wheel: 278 | — | std |
| EPA Rating: ZEV | — | std |
| Intelligent Drive Mode – Comfort, Smart, Eco, Sport, Sport+, Custom | std | — |
| Level 2 Charging (9.6 kW - 240V @ 40A): 12 hours | — | std |
| Max Charging Capacity AC / DC: up to 9.6 kW / 320 kW | — | std |
| Peak Horsepower (w/launch control, or boost mode): 912 hp | — | std |
| Rear Wheel Drive | std | — |
| Rev-Match | std | — |
| Shift-by-Wire | std | — |
| Top Speed (km/h): 250 km/h | — | std |
| Top Track Speed: 155 mph | — | std |
| Transmission: Two-speed | — | std |
Chassis7 differ · 7 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Audi RS e-tronRS e-tron GT performance AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Body Construction: Mixed steel/aluminum construction | — | std |
| Front Suspension: Double-wishbone with 2-chamber air springs | — | std |
| Rack-mounted Motor-driven Power Steering (R-MDPS) | std | — |
| Rear Suspension: Double-wishbone with 2-chamber air springs | — | std |
| Steering Ratio: 14.3:1 | — | std |
| Steering Type: Electromechanical steering with speed-dependent power assistance | — | std |
| Turning Circle (ft. Curb-to-Curb): 38.1 ft. | — | std |
Cargo2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Audi RS e-tronRS e-tron GT performance AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo Net | std | — |
| Cargo Volume Trunk (cu. ft.) / Frunk (cu. ft.): 9.2 / 1.8 | — | 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 —
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Audi RS e-tron
Safety Signal 100 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 0
Owner complaints —
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Genesis G702.5T RWD | Audi RS e-tronRS e-tron GT performance AWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — (base trim) | $170,500 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | — 7 trims | $170,500 1 trims |
| Powertrains | GAS | BEV |
| EPA configuration compared | G70 RWD | RS e-tron GT Performance |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 24 | 84 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $3,400 | $900 |
| EV range | — | 278 mi |
| Basic warranty | — | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | — | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| Roadside assistance | — | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2027 Genesis G70 or the 2027 Audi RS e-tron?
Too close to call: Audi RS e-tron 76.3 vs Genesis G70 75.4 with these weights. The Genesis G70 is ahead on tech & comfort and safety. Raise the tech & comfort weight from 3 to 3.2 and it flips. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2027 Audi RS e-tron scores 76.3 and the 2027 Genesis G70 75.4. 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 2027 Genesis G70 or the 2027 Audi RS e-tron?
2027 Genesis G70: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. 2027 Audi RS e-tron: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. 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 2027 Genesis G70 and the 2027 Audi RS e-tron?
Where the 2027 Audi RS e-tron wins: it costs $2,500 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($900 against $3,400), is rated 84 combined against 24 (EPA mpg or MPGe), and makes 912 hp against 300. Where the 2027 Genesis G70 answers: it lists 36 standard driver-assist features against 6 and lists more comfort and tech equipment (53 points against 12 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½). What they share: a Safety Signal of 100 and 5 seats.