Tesla Model 3 vs Genesis G70

The Tesla Model 3 starts from $54,900 before on-road costs, while the Genesis G70 opens at $59,000. That makes the Tesla Model 3 the more affordable entry point by $4,100.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $60,390 and $64,900 respectively.

The Tesla Model 3 qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Genesis G70, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Both the Tesla Model 3 and Genesis G70 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 96% for the Tesla Model 3 and 81% for the Genesis G70.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Tesla Model 3 packs more ADAS features with 8 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 5 in the Genesis G70.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 8 in the Tesla Model 3 and 10 in the Genesis G70.

The Tesla Model 3 features a 15.4-inch touchscreen, while the Genesis G70 gets a 10.3-inch display.

The Genesis G70 counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging, panoramic roof, heated front seats, power tailgate and Lexicon audio that the Tesla Model 3 does not offer. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Tesla Model 3 uses a Electric Motor producing 208kW and 340Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 6.1 seconds.

The Genesis G70 responds with a Petrol making 179kW and 353Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 6.4 seconds.

The Tesla Model 3 has the clear power advantage at 208kW vs 179kW. In the real-world sprint, the Tesla Model 3 is 0.3s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Tesla Model 3 measures 4,720mm long on a 2,875mm wheelbase, 35mm longer than the Genesis G70 at 4,685mm (2,835mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Tesla Model 3 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 682L in the Tesla Model 3 and 465L in the Genesis G70, giving the Tesla Model 3 a 217L advantage.

For towing, the Genesis G70 leads with a 1,200kg braked capacity vs 1,000kg. That 200kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 80,000km (Tesla Model 3) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Genesis G70). Both match on warranty length.