2019 Genesis G70 vs 2019 Mercedes-Benz C Class

2019 Genesis G70

2019 Mercedes-Benz C Class

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2.0T Advanced AWD

Style	MPG City	MPG Hwy	Invoice	MSRP
G70 2.0T Advanced AWD	21	28	$35,273	$36,900
G70 2.0T Advanced RWD	22	30	$33,384	$34,900
G70 2.0T Sport RWD	18	28	$36,217	$37,900
G70 3.3T Advanced AWD	17	25	$43,630	$45,750
G70 3.3T Advanced RWD	17	26	$41,742	$43,750
G70 3.3T Design AWD	17	25	$48,352	$50,750
G70 3.3T Design RWD	17	26	$46,464	$48,750
G70 3.3T Dynamic AWD	17	25	$49,769	$52,250
G70 3.3T Dynamic RWD	17	26	$47,880	$50,250

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AMG C 43 4MATIC Convertible

Style	MPG City	MPG Hwy	Invoice	MSRP
C-Class AMG C 43 4MATIC Convertible	18	25	$59,831	$63,650
C-Class AMG C 43 4MATIC Coupe	19	27	$54,003	$57,450
C-Class AMG C 43 4MATIC Sedan	19	27	$51,935	$55,250
C-Class AMG C 63 Convertible	17	24	$71,534	$76,100
C-Class AMG C 63 Coupe	17	26	$64,625	$68,750
C-Class AMG C 63 S Convertible	17	24	$78,772	$83,800
C-Class AMG C 63 S Coupe	17	26	$71,863	$76,450
C-Class AMG C 63 S Sedan	18	27	$70,124	$74,600
C-Class AMG C 63 Sedan	18	27	$62,980	$67,000
C-Class C 300 4MATIC Convertible	21	29	$50,619	$53,850
C-Class C 300 4MATIC Coupe	22	31	$43,052	$45,800
C-Class C 300 4MATIC Sedan	22	33	$40,796	$43,400
C-Class C 300 Convertible	21	29	$48,739	$51,850
C-Class C 300 Coupe	22	31	$41,172	$43,800
C-Class C 300 Sedan	23	34	$38,916	$41,400

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Pricing

Invoice Price

$35,273

$59,831

Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price

$36,900

$63,650

Monthly Payment Estimate

$615 / month

$1061 / month

The Car Connection's Take

TCC Rating

6.2

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TCC’s Bottom Line

The 2019 Genesis G70 is a performance bargain that improves upon the dynamics of ts Kia Stinger cousin but lacks its space.

Pricey and on the slighter side of mid-size, the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class drops a beautiful cockpit, huge dollops of safety, and effortless AMG brilliance into the sport-sedan mix.

TCC Likes

Potent V-6
Optional 6-speed manual
Exceptional on-road dynamics

Coupe, convertible, or sedan
A great-looking family
Powertrains range from great to GREAT

TCC Dislikes

...but are they over the top?
Smaller than Kia Stinger cousin
Firm ride

Automatic-only
From $$ to $$$$
Tight rear seats

Fuel Economy

City

21 mpg

18 mpg

Highway

28 mpg

25 mpg

Vehicle

EPA Classification

Compact Cars

Subcompact Cars

Interior Dimensions

Second Head Room (in)

36.9

35.6

Passenger Capacity

Second Shoulder Room (in)

54.6

51.7

Front Head Room (in)

39.7

38.8

Front Shoulder Room (in)

56.3

54.8

Second Leg Room (in)

34.8

Passenger Volume (ft³)

93.8

Front Leg Room (in)

42.6

Exterior Dimensions

Width, Max w/o mirrors (in)

72.8

71.3

Track Width, Front (in)

62.8

63.1

Min Ground Clearance (in)

5.5

3.6

Length, Overall (in)

184.4

184.8

Height, Overall (in)

55.1

55.4

Track Width, Rear (in)

64.3

61.3

Wheelbase (in)

111.6

111.8

Cargo Area Dimensions

Trunk Volume (ft³)

10.5

8.8

Brakes

Rear Drum Diam x Width (in)

Disc - Front (Yes or )

Yes

Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)

12.6

14.2

Drum - Rear (Yes or )

Brake ABS System

4-Wheel

Disc - Rear (Yes or )

Yes

Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)

12.4

12.6

Brake Type

4-Wheel Disc

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal)

15.8

17.4

Steering

Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft)

37.4

39.7

Steering Type

Rack-Pinion

Tires

Rear Tire Size

P225/45WR18

P245/40HR18

Rear Tire Order Code

R02

Front Tire Size

P225/45WR18

P225/45HR18

Spare Tire Size

Compact

Front Tire Order Code

Spare Tire Order Code

Weight Information

Base Curb Weight (lbs)

3673

4231

Wheels

Front Wheel Material

Aluminum

Spare Wheel Material

Aluminum

Front Wheel Size (in)

18 X 8

18 X 7.5

Spare Wheel Size (in)

Compact

Rear Wheel Material

Aluminum

Rear Wheel Size (in)

18 X 8

18 X 8.5

Electrical

Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)

740

Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

150

180

Engine

Displacement

2.0 L/122

3.0 L/183

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM

252 @ 6200

385 @ 6100

Engine Type

Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4

Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6

Fuel System

Gasoline Direct Injection

SAE Net Torque @ RPM

260 @ 1400

384 @ 2500

Engine Order Code

Mileage

Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG)

EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG)

EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG)

Transmission

Drivetrain

All Wheel

Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.00

1.21

Trans Description Cont. Again

Eighth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.56

0.72

Reverse Ratio (:1)

2.27

4.80

Second Gear Ratio (:1)

2.47

3.24

Trans Order Code

421

Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.18

1.64

Trans Description Cont.

Automatic w/OD

Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)

0.65

0.86

Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.83

1.00

First Gear Ratio (:1)

3.96

5.35

Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)

3.73

3.07

Third Gear Ratio (:1)

1.61

2.25

Trans Type

Summary

Body Style

Sedan

4MATIC Cabriolet

Vehicle Name

Genesis G70

Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Suspension

Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)

Multi-Link

Suspension Type - Front

Strut

Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)

Strut

Suspension Type - Rear

Multi-Link

Emissions

Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year

7.8

8.4

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