2021 Genesis G70 RWDFuel Economy & MPG Ratings
Gasoline Compact CarsRear-Wheel Drive
City
22
MPG
Highway
30
MPG
Combined
25
MPG
Trim Comparison
Automatic (S8)
Premium
City
22
Hwy
30
Comb
25
Fuel cost: $3,250/yr
Manual 6-spd
Premium
City
18
Hwy
28
Comb
22
Fuel cost: $3,700/yr
Automatic (S8)
Premium
City
17
Hwy
26
Comb
20
Fuel cost: $4,100/yr
| Trim | Engine | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel Cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic (S8) | Premium | 22 | 30 | 25 | $3,250 |
| Manual 6-spd | Premium | 18 | 28 | 22 | $3,700 |
| Automatic (S8) | Premium | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,100 |
Annual Fuel Cost
$3,250
Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year
5-Year Fuel Savings
$-4,250
vs. average new vehicle
EPA Fuel Economy Score: 5/10
GHG Score: 5/10
Environment
- CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
- 357 g/mile
- Annual Petroleum Consumption
- 11.9 barrels
Specifications
- Engine
- 3.3L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- 8-speed Automatic
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Body Style
- Sedan
- GVWR
- Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)
Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.
Engine & Efficiency Details
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov
- Engine Size
- 2L, 4-cylinder
- Induction Type
- Direct Injection
- Efficiency Tech
- Auto Start-Stop
- Fuel Type
- Premium Gasoline
Recall History
Source: NHTSA✓No recalls reported for this vehicle.
Owner-Reported Problems4 complaints
Source: NHTSANHTSA has received 4 owner complaints for the 2021 Genesis G70 RWD. Top reported issues include engine, fuel system and brakes. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.
Problems by System / Component
Engine
3
Fuel System
2
Brakes
1
2021 Genesis G70 RWD problems by category: Engine: 3 complaints, Fuel System: 2 complaints, Brakes: 1 complaints.
3
Crashes Reported
0
Fires Reported
0
Injuries Reported
Sample Owner Complaints
Other / UnknownFiled: 02/23/2026CrashODI#11719934
Summary of Reported Behaviors Lurching: Commonly reported, often deemed a software/adaptive issue. Brake Issues: Commonly reported, often attributed to pad-to-rotor deposits, or in some cases, the rec…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database
EngineFiled: 11/14/2024ODI#11625303
The problem occurred while the engine was on, but I was idle in the drive thru of a local pharmacy. The car had been placed in park, but engine still running while waiting at the window. Suddenly, the…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database
Fuel SystemFiled: 07/15/2024ODI#11602474
The contact owns a 2021 Genesis G70. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed or while the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware of gasoline fumes inside the cabin. The veh…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database
Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.
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