IN THE BEGINNING

According to Merriam-Webster, the word “Genesis” means “the origin or coming into being of something”—and how apt a name for the luxury marque from Hyundai-Kia. In jumping into the crowded and competitive class of rear-wheel-drive luxury sedans—a class long filled out by well-known Germans—Genesis took a real chance, but with its G70 it has made a bold entrance. This year’s North American Car of the Year and an entry on many “Top 10” lists, the G70 gives the Germans and everyone else a run for their money with an incredible array of options and features packaged with a fantastic chassis, a range of capable powerplants and a well-considered transmission. We took the G70 3.3T for a spin and were wowed by its well-planted feel, it’s solid acceleration and performance, and even by a few bells and whistles we didn’t expect but which we wholly enjoyed. Joining the G70 are the brand’s G80 and flagship G90, with the last of those receiving a face lift for 2020. We’re excited to see that, and to see the company’s GV80, Genesis’ first SUV, which is currently in development. It and its planned sibling GV70 no doubt will make the same statement in their class that the G70 has made—and if the driving experience is at all similar, then we cannot wait to try them out. Here’s to new beginnings.