2021 Genesis G70 vs 2021 Lexus IS

2021 Genesis G70

#4 in Luxury Small Sedans

2021 Lexus IS

#9 in Luxury Small Sedans

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2.0T AWD

Style	MPG City	MPG Hwy	Invoice	MSRP
G70 2.0T AWD	20	27	$36,315	$38,000
G70 2.0T RWD	22	30	$34,405	$36,000
G70 2.0T Sport RWD	18	28	$36,888	$38,600
G70 3.3T AWD	17	25	$46,056	$48,200
G70 3.3T RWD	17	26	$44,146	$46,200

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IS 300 AWD

Style	MPG City	MPG Hwy	Invoice	MSRP
IS IS 300 AWD	19	26	$38,130	$41,000
IS IS 300 RWD	21	31	$36,270	$39,000
IS IS 350 F SPORT AWD	19	26	$41,757	$44,900
IS IS 350 F SPORT RWD	20	28	$39,897	$42,900

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Pricing

Invoice Price

$36,315

$38,130

Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price

$38,000

$41,000

Monthly Payment Estimate

$633 / month

$683 / month

The Car Connection's Take

TCC Rating

6.8

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6.2

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TCC’s Bottom Line

The 2021 Genesis G70 has the footwork of a contender; it’s a jab or two from landing a knockout punch on its German rivals.

The 2021 Lexus IS doesn’t gain any ground on the more performance-oriented compact sedans, but it’s priced right.

TCC Likes

Excellent performance
Soothing interior
Shapely body

Improved infotainment access
Sporty steering and handling
Good standard features

TCC Dislikes

Cramped back seat
Pricey V-6 versions
Rides stiffly

AWD hump in driver’s footwell
Competition does it better
Recycled powertrains

Fuel Economy

City

20 mpg

19 mpg

Highway

27 mpg

26 mpg

Vehicle

EPA Classification

Compact Cars

Interior Dimensions

Passenger Volume (ft³)

93.8

90.2

Front Leg Room (in)

42.6

44.8

Second Head Room (in)

36.9

Passenger Capacity

Second Shoulder Room (in)

54.6

53.4

Front Head Room (in)

39.7

38.2

Front Shoulder Room (in)

56.3

55.9

Second Leg Room (in)

34.8

32.2

Front Hip Room (in)

54.3

Second Hip Room (in)

Exterior Dimensions

Track Width, Rear (in)

64.3

Wheelbase (in)

111.6

110.2

Width, Max w/o mirrors (in)

72.8

72.4

Track Width, Front (in)

62.8

62.2

Min Ground Clearance (in)

5.5

Length, Overall (in)

184.4

185.4

Height, Overall (in)

55.1

56.7

Cargo Area Dimensions

Trunk Volume (ft³)

10.5

10.8

Brakes

Disc - Rear (Yes or )

Yes

Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)

12.4

11.7

Brake Type

4-Wheel Disc

Rear Drum Diam x Width (in)

Disc - Front (Yes or )

Yes

Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)

12.6

13.2

Drum - Rear (Yes or )

Brake ABS System

4-Wheel

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal)

15.8

17.4

Steering

Steering Type

Rack-Pinion

Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft)

37.4

35.4

Tires

Spare Tire Order Code

Rear Tire Size

P225/45WR18

P235/45VR18

Rear Tire Order Code

Front Tire Size

P225/45WR18

P235/45VR18

Spare Tire Size

Compact

Front Tire Order Code

Weight Information

Base Curb Weight (lbs)

3673

3847

Wheels

Rear Wheel Size (in)

18 X 8

18 X 8.5

Front Wheel Material

Aluminum

Spare Wheel Material

Aluminum

Steel

Front Wheel Size (in)

18 X 8

18 X 8.5

Spare Wheel Size (in)

Compact

Rear Wheel Material

Aluminum

Electrical

Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)

740

Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

150

Engine

SAE Net Torque @ RPM

260 @ 1400

236 @ 2000

Engine Order Code

Displacement

2.0 L/122

3.5 L/211

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM

252 @ 6200

260 @ 6600

Engine Type

Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4

Premium Unleaded V-6

Fuel System

Gasoline Direct Injection

Port/Direct Injection

Mileage

Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG)

EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG)

EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG)

Transmission

First Gear Ratio (:1)

3.96

3.52

Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)

3.73

3.77

Third Gear Ratio (:1)

1.61

1.40

Trans Type

Drivetrain

All Wheel

Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.00

0.71

Trans Description Cont. Again

Eighth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.56

Reverse Ratio (:1)

2.27

3.17

Second Gear Ratio (:1)

2.47

2.04

Trans Order Code

Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.18

1.00

Trans Description Cont.

Automatic w/OD

Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)

0.65

Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.83

0.58

Summary

Vehicle Name

Genesis G70

Lexus IS

Body Style

Sedan

Suspension

Suspension Type - Rear

Multi-Link

Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)

Multi-Link

Suspension Type - Front

Strut

Double Wishbone

Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)

Strut

Double Wishbone

Emissions

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

7.8

8.0

Crash Test Ratings

Overall Rating

Overall Frontal Barrier Crash Rating

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating Driver

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating Passenger

Overall Side Crash Rating

Side Barrier Rating

Side Barrier Rating Driver

Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat

Side Pole Rating Driver Front Seat

Combined Side Rating Front Seat

Combined Side Rating Rear Seat

Rollover Rating

2021 Genesis G70

2021 Genesis G70 gets a price cut
Lease: From $329 for 36 months
Rebate: $1,000 for switching brands
Finance: From 0% APR for 72 months

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2021 Lexus IS

2021 Lexus IS arrives soon; 2020s sold out
Lease: From $359 + first payment covered
Rebate: Up to $2,000 cash
Finance: From 0.0% APR for 60 months

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