Does the 2026 Genesis G70 need premium gas?
Yes. Premium.
$300extra a year
- Premium listed for the 2.5T RWD.
- All 10 trims list premium.
- Required or only recommended: the data does not say.
- 64% of 55 sedans (2026) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5T RWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Premium | 24 | $1,600 | $1,900 |
| 2.5T Standard RWD | 2.5L | Premium | 24 | $1,600 | $1,900 |
| 2.5T AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Premium | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| 2.5T Standard AWD | 2.5L | Premium | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| 2.5T Prestige RWD | 2.5L | Premium | 24 | $1,600 | $1,900 |
| 2.5T Prestige AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Premium | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| 3.3T Sport Prestige RWD | 3.3L | Premium | 20 | $1,920 | $2,280 |
| 3.3T Sport Prestige AWD | 3.3L 6cyl | Premium | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| 3.3T Prestige Graphite RWD | 3.3L | Premium | 20 | $1,920 | $2,280 |
| 3.3T Prestige Graphite AWD | 3.3L 6cyl | Premium | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Genesis G70 | 2.5T RWD | Premium |
| 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class All Terrain | E-Class E 350 RWD | Premium |
| 2026 Alfa Romeo Giulia | RWD | Premium |
| 2026 Toyota Crown | XLE AWD | Regular |
| 2026 Lexus IS | 350 F Sport Design RWD | Premium |
| 2026 Audi A3 | 40 TFSI Premium AWD | Regular |
| 2026 Honda Civic Type R | FWD | Premium |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree