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Genesis G70 Shooting Brake 2.0T [245] Luxury Line 5dr Auto [Innovation Pack] Review

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The more powerful of the two petrol engines can officially get the G70 from 0-62mph in a little over six seconds, and we can well believe it's capable of that. It feels responsive from low revs, has plenty of muscle in reserve for overtaking and makes it easy to get up to motorway speeds. It's not an especially frugal choice, though, averaging 34.0mpg in official tests.

2.0T [245]

Estate

GENESIS

Building on the entry-level trim, Luxury Line adds leather upholstery, 18in alloy wheels, a heated steering wheel and a powered tailgate. However, while these are nice things to have, we wouldn't bother spending the extra.

Luxury Line

2.0T [245] Luxury Line 5dr Auto [Innovation Pack]

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Bluetooth connectivity with voice recognition

ABS + ESC + HAC + MCB (Multi Collision Brake)

Blind spot collision avoidance assist rear (BCA-R)

Front air condition with dual zone adjustment

Driver and passenger electric seat adjustment

Outside rear mirrors electrical adjustment + heated

4 way mechanical electric lumbar support for driver

Front thorax and pelvis + rear thorax + side curtain (ff/rr) airbag

Genesis G70 Shooting Brake

If you’re after an executive estate that comes with lots of toys and stands out from the crowd, the Genesis G70 Shooting Brake delivers. However, in most other respects it's well off the pace, with the majority of rivals more practical, quieter, better to drive and cheaper to run, whether you're a private buyer or a company car driver.

<h2>What we're looking for:</h2><ul><li>Huge boot and excellent practicality</li> <li>Plenty of interior space so you can carry passengers as well as luggage </li> <li>Strong engines to pull a heavily laden car</li> <li>Comfortable ride, especially on the motorway</li> <li>Low running costs for company car drivers</li></ul>

<p>If you’re after bags of space but you don’t want to commit to the van-like dimensions and styling of an MPV, there are some great estate cars on offer that should do the job.</p>

<p>Tricks to look out for include an electric tailgate&nbsp;that opens automatically when you wave your foot under the rear bumper; this is&nbsp;particularly handy if you’re trying to load in a heavy or&nbsp;bulky item. You should also look for handles in the side of the boot itself that can drop down the rear seats; these are much more convenient than having to walk around the side of the car to do it.</p>

<p>There are some terrific estates at most price ranges. The humble Skoda Fabia Estate offers cavernous space for not much cash at all, for example.</p>

<p>Further up the price range, another of our perennial favourites is the Skoda Superb Estate;&nbsp;it’s great to drive and as practical as most people should ever need. Meanwhile, for serious mile-munching ability and a premium, well-finished interior, it’s hard to look beyond the BMW 5 Series Touring.</p>

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