“Achievements achieved in China” Genesis GV60 selected as SUV of the Year
The GV60, an electric vehicle exclusively for Genesis, was selected as the ‘2024 China SUV of the Year’ at the ‘2024 China Car of the Year Awards’. China's Car of the Year is one of the most prestigious awards in the Chinese automobile industry. It is co-sponsored by the editor-in-chief of China's major automobile magazines, and more than 40 journalists from automotive media outlets participate as judges in the evaluation process.
A total of 80 car models competed for the 2024 China SUV of the Year, and a total of 3 models, including the Genesis GV60, Lotus ELETRE, and Geely Automobile Galaxy L7, were selected, and the GV60 was ultimately selected by overwhelming the competing models. (※GV60 186 points, Elettra 121 points, Galaxy L7 103 points)
Wells Lee, CEO of Genesis Motor China (GMC), said, “We are delighted that the luxurious design, excellent performance, and technology of the GV60 have been recognized in the Chinese market,” and added, “This award will serve as an opportunity to strengthen the Genesis brand’s position in the Chinese market and provide luxury goods to customers.” “We will strive to provide a great electrification experience,” he said.
The GV60 has a luxurious and emotional design that reflects the Genesis brand's design language of 'dynamic elegance', and boasts powerful performance with a driving range of 645km on a single charge and a maximum output of 360kW in China.
In addition, by applying the 400V/800V multi-fast charging system, it is possible to charge the battery capacity from 10% to 80% within 18 minutes during ultra-fast charging, and includes electronic limited slip differential (e-LSD), V2L (Vehicle to Load), and digital key 2. Equipped with the latest specifications, etc.
Since its launch in 2021, the GV60 has won ▲2023 German Premium Car of the Year ▲2022 Red Dot Design Award ▲Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Crash Evaluation Top Safety Pick Plus (TSP+) in all categories including marketability, design, and safety. has been recognized for its excellence around the world.
Meanwhile, production of the Genesis GV60 will be temporarily halted from early this month to early next year due to the recent decline in domestic electric vehicle demand, and sales will focus on stock vehicles.