Genesis G70 vs Suzuki Fronx

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Safety Rundown

ANCAP lists the Genesis G70 at 5 stars (2018) and the Suzuki Fronx at 1 star (2025). ANCAP tested these in different years (2018 vs 2025). Its criteria get stricter about every three years, so the stars are not like for like. Adult occupant protection scored 81% for the Genesis G70 and 48% for the Suzuki Fronx, under different test years.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 7 of 10 key ADAS systems on the Genesis G70, against 6 on the Suzuki Fronx.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 10 in the Genesis G70 and 6 in the Suzuki Fronx.

Recalls on our record

A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.

Feature Showdown

The Genesis G70 features a 10.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Suzuki Fronx gets a 9-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Genesis G70 stands out with head-up display, wireless charging, panoramic roof, heated front seats, ventilated seats, Lexicon by HARMAN audio and ambient lighting — features our data doesn't list for the Suzuki Fronx. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Genesis G70 gets nappa leather upholstery while the Suzuki Fronx offers synthetic leather. Climate control is 2-zone in the Genesis G70 and 1-zone in the Suzuki Fronx.

Drivetrain

The Genesis G70 uses a Petrol producing 274kW and 510Nm of torque, sent through a electronic controlled 8 speed automatic transmission with lock-up torque converter to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 4.7 seconds.

The Suzuki Fronx responds with a Petrol making 75.8kW and 137Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 11.5 seconds.

The Genesis G70 has the clear power advantage at 274kW vs 75.8kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the Genesis G70 is 6.8s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Space & Comfort

The Genesis G70 measures 4,685mm long on a 2,835mm wheelbase, 690mm longer than the Suzuki Fronx at 3,995mm (2,520mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Genesis G70 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 330L in the Genesis G70 and 304L in the Suzuki Fronx, giving the Genesis G70 a 26L advantage.

Neither U-turns in one sweep on a 7 m local street (both need a three-point turn); the Suzuki Fronx's turning circle is 0.6 m tighter, 10.4 m against 11.0 m kerb to kerb. The street estimate is indicative, worked from the published turning circles.

Cost to own

At 15,000 km a year, fuel for the Genesis G70 costs about $2,964 a year (10.4 L/100km) and fuel for the Suzuki Fronx about $1,397 a year (4.9 L/100km), at $1.90 a litre and 32c a kWh. That is $1,567 a year less for the Suzuki Fronx.

Warranty: 5 years / Unlimited (Genesis G70) and 5 years / Unlimited (Suzuki Fronx). Capped-price servicing: 5 years (Genesis G70), 5 years (Suzuki Fronx).

Where each one leads

The Genesis G70: more power (274kW against 75.8kW) and the bigger boot with the seats up (330L against 304L).

The Suzuki Fronx: lower fuel or energy costs on our assumptions ($1,397 a year against $2,964).

The Verdict

Suzuki Fronx scores higher, 71 vs 70

The Suzuki Fronx scores 71 to the Genesis G70's 70 on the CarSorted Score, and leads 1 of the 4 spec rows that separate them. The biggest gaps: performance (Genesis G70 ahead by 62 points), fuel economy (Suzuki Fronx ahead by 50 points), safety (Genesis G70 ahead by 40 points). At 15,000 km a year, fuel for the Suzuki Fronx costs about $1,567 less (4.9 L/100km against 10.4 L/100km, at $1.90 a litre).

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