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Turning our attention to the interior, we were welcomed by the distinctive red, multi-adjustable, sport-styled seating of the driver-orientated cabin. The stunning interior of the G70 is available in various colours, allowing owners to put their personal stamp on the design.

The flawlessly crafted steering wheel, complete with system controls, felt perfect in hand, increasing our desire to get out onto the road. Upmarket materials, garnishes and finishes have been used throughout the G70, solidifying the model’s deluxe status. Our favourite design detail would have to be the swirl patterns located on the aluminium trims of the metal floor pedals.

Space wise, there is plenty of leg, head and shoulder room in the front, with the back offering slightly tighter quarters for passengers. However, the ergonomic seat design provides a comfortable ride nonetheless. Storage wise, the G70’s boot offers 10.5cu.ft of space, enough to fit two medium suitcases. This area is greatly increased with the 60/40 split, rear seating folded flat.

The G70’s updated infotainment system now features a 10.25-inch, highdefinition touchscreen display, that protrudes from the otherwise smooth surface of the dashboard. The display can be split to show several features simultaneously, including GPS, media and weather.

This infotainment system is not only compatible with both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, but automatically updates, ensuring your version has the very latest multimedia software and map information.

Additional features include a 12.3-inch 3D Cluster, a built-in wireless charging pad, a head-up display and an exceptional sound system boasting 15 Lexicon speakers and Quantum Logic Surround technology.

Making our way out onto the roads, we could instantly feel the car’s powertrain urging us to press down on the pedal. The G70 Sport houses a 3.3-litre, V6 Twin-Turbo, petrol engine that produces up to 365hp, and 376lb-ft of torque. Coupled with an eight-speed automatic transmission, this beast of a machine can surge from 0-100km/h in under five seconds and produces a top speed of almost 270km/h.

Not only did we find the G70 Sport to be uber responsive and full of power, it also proved to be one smooth ride. With four driving modes to choose from, namely Comfort, Eco, Sport, and Sport+, this all-wheel drive vehicle will handle everything from a school drop to a competitive lap around a racetrack. A combination of precise steering, great traction control, a finely tuned suspension and the Brembo Braking System, all ensured we were always in complete control of the driving experience. In truth, it was hard not to enjoy the envious glances of other motorists.

Safety and assistance wise, Genesis have made sure to include a vast array of features, specifically designed to ensure your safety. These include, but are not limited to, forward-collision warning, auto emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-departure warning, Electronic Stability Control, a 10-airbag system and so much more.

One feature we have to give special mention to, as this was the very first time we experienced this technology, is the novel Blind-Spot View Monitor. When you signal left to change lanes, the rev counter on the instrument cluster turns into a screen, providing a clear view of your left side blind spot. The same happens when signalling right. This works through the use of the surround view cameras located on the bottom of the side mirrors.

The Genesis G70 Sport is an exceptional luxury motor vehicle. It is not only aesthetically pleasing, but offers comfort, power, precision and impressive technology.

For more information or to book a test drive of your own, please call Genesis Qatar on 800 8899.

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