2026 Genesis GV70 towing capacity
Max tow rating
3,500lb
- 2.5T AWD, 2.5L 4cyl.
- Base trim: 3,500 lb.
- Rank 89 of 147 SUVs (2026).
Trailer check
Yes. 2,800 lb is within 80% of the rating.
- Tow rating
- 3,500 lb
- 80% rule
- Up to 2,800 lb
- Margin
- 700 lb (20%)
- Hitch class needed
- II, up to 3,500 lb
- Share of curb weight
- Curb weight not listed
Expect 20-40% lower mpg when towing: 14-18 mpg.
What it can pull
Rule: keep the trailer at 80% of the rating or less.
- Max tow rating
- 3,500 lb
- 80% of the rating
- 2,800 lb
- Hitch class at max
- II, up to 3,500 lb
| Trailer | Loaded weight | Fits |
|---|---|---|
| Teardrop camper | 1,000 to 2,500 lb | Yes |
| Utility trailer | 1,000 to 3,000 lb | Some, up to 2,800 lb |
| Pop-up camper | 1,500 to 3,000 lb | Some, up to 2,800 lb |
| Boat on a trailer | 2,000 to 6,000 lb | Some, up to 2,800 lb |
| Small travel trailer | 3,000 to 5,000 lb | No |
| Mid-size travel trailer | 5,000 to 7,500 lb | No |
| Car on a car hauler | 5,500 to 7,500 lb | No |
| Large travel trailer | 7,500 to 10,000 lb | No |
| Fifth wheel | 10,000 to 16,000 lb | No |
Trailer weights are typical loaded weights.
Tow rating by trim
Cheapest at 3,500 lb: 2.5T AWD, $48,985.
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Tow rating | Curb weight | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5T AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | AWD | 3,500 lb | 4,167 lb to 4,519 lb | $48,985 |
| 2.5T Standard AWD | N/A | AWD | 3,500 lb | 4,453 lb | $48,985 |
| 2.5T Select AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | AWD | 3,500 lb | 4,167 lb to 4,519 lb | $51,885 |
| 2.5T Advanced AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | AWD | 3,500 lb | 4,167 lb to 4,519 lb | $56,435 |
| 2.5T Sport Prestige AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | AWD | 3,500 lb | 4,167 lb to 4,519 lb | $59,795 |
| Electrified Standard AWD | N/A | AWD | 3,500 lb | 4,453 lb | $64,380 |
| 3.5T Sport Advanced AWD | 3.5L 6cyl | AWD | 3,500 lb | 4,453 lb | $64,415 |
| Electrified Advanced AWD | N/A | AWD | 3,500 lb | 4,453 lb | $69,250 |
| 3.5T Sport Prestige AWD | 3.5L 6cyl | AWD | 3,500 lb | 4,453 lb | $71,095 |
| Electrified Prestige AWD | N/A | AWD | 3,500 lb | 4,453 lb | $75,350 |
Max rating by year
Same max rating from 2022 to 2026: 3,500 lb.
Rivals: max tow rating
| Model | Max tow rating | Cheapest trim at max | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land Rover Discovery Sport | 4,409 lb | Landmark AWD | $49,900 |
| Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | 3,968 lb | Core S AWD | $49,900 |
| Genesis GV70 (this car) | 3,500 lb | 2.5T AWD | $48,985 |
| Volvo XC60 | 3,500 lb | B5 Core AWD | $49,700 |
| Alfa Romeo Stelvio | 3,000 lb | AWD | $49,995 |
| Cadillac OPTIQ V | 1,500 lb | OPTIQ-V AWD | $67,300 |
Lists by trailer weight
Other models rated for these weights.
- What can tow 1,500 lb? 173 models (2026)
- What can tow 2,000 lb? 155 models (2026)
- What can tow 3,500 lb? 135 models (2026)
What this cannot tell you
Ratings need the right hitch and tow package.
Passengers and cargo count against the payload.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree