The Genesis GV70 was introduced into Genesis’s lineup as a compact luxury crossover SUV in 2022 and remains available through today. The GV70 is known for its unique styling and for having the features consumers expect from SUVs, including towing. But what is the towing capacity of a Genesis GV70?
The Genesis GV70 has a braked towing capacity of 3,500 lbs and an unbraked towing capacity of 1,653 lbs.
There’s a bit more to know about Genesis GV70 towing capabilities which we’ll cover in today’s guide.
2023 Genesis GV70 Towing Capacity
The 2023 Genesis GV70 can tow 3,500 across all trim levels and configurations.
A 2023 Genesis GV70 2.5T can tow 3,500 lbs.
A 2023 Genesis GV70 3.5T can tow 3,500 lbs.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2023 Genesis GV70 can tow.
| Genesis GV70 Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| Genesis GV70 2.5T AWD Standard | 3,500 lbs / 1,588 kg |
| Genesis GV70 2.5T AWD Select | 3,500 lbs / 1,588 kg |
| Genesis GV70 2.5T AWD Advanced | 3,500 lbs / 1,588 kg |
| Genesis GV70 2.5T AWD Sport Prestige | 3,500 lbs / 1,588 kg |
| Genesis GV70 3.5T AWD Sport | 3,500 lbs / 1,588 kg |
| Genesis GV70 3.5T AWD Sport Advanced | 3,500 lbs / 1,588 kg |
| Genesis GV70 3.5T AWD Sport Prestige | 3,500 lbs / 1,588 kg |
2022 Genesis GV70 Towing Capacity
The 2022 Genesis GV70 can tow 6,000 across all trim levels and configurations.
A 2022 Genesis GV70 2.5T can tow 3,500 lbs.
A 2022 Genesis GV70 3.5T can tow 3,500 lbs.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2022 Genesis GV70 can tow.
| Genesis GV70 Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| Genesis GV70 2.5T | 3,500 lbs / 1,588 kg |
| Genesis GV70 3.5T Sport | 3,500 lbs / 1,588 kg |
You can also read our guide on what makes a vehicle towing capacity to learn all the aspects that go into it.
Here’s a video showing the Genesis GV70in a long-term ownership review:
Genesis GV70 Braked Vs. Unbraked Towing Capacity
All vehicles have different towing capacities based on whether or not you’re towing a trailer that has trailer brakes installed.
Trailer brakes allow the trailer to stop faster than if only the vehicle is using its brakes, allowing the vehicle to tow more weight, so braked towing capacity will always be higher than unbraked towing capacity.
Genesis GV70 Braked Towing Capacity: 3,500 lbs / 1,588 kg
Genesis GV70 Unbraked Towing Capacity: 1,653 lbs / 750 kg
Genesis GV70 Towing Capacity Factors
There’s only one factor that affects the Genesis GV70 tow capacity, which is how many people you have in your vehicle during towing.
Number of Passengers
A big factor in calculating your vehicle’s towing capacity is how many passengers you’re carrying, which directly calculates into the vehicle’s GCWR.
This is true of all vehicles, not just the Genesis GV70, so always take into consideration the total load of your passengers and gear in addition to what you’re towing.
Genesis GV70 Tow Package Info
Does The Genesis GV70 Have A Tow Package?
Genesis offers a GV70 towing package which includes the following:
- Class III Tow Hitch Receiver
Genesis does not mention whether a wiring harness is included with their GV70 towing package.
Can You Install A Trailer Hitch On a Genesis GV70?
If you plan on towing anything with your Genesis GV70, you’ll need a tow hitch and wiring harness.
Depending on what you’re towing, you’re going to need a ball mount (aka a trailer ball hitch) so you can attach items for towing.
Make sure to get the right trailer ball size that matches your hitch and trailer.
Genesis GV70 Tow Hitch
Trailer hitches come in different hitch classes, which are rated for different vehicle sizes and weight limits.
The Genesis GV70 uses a Class 3 hitch.
Here’s a great option for a Genesis GV70 trailer hitch:
- 2 in. Square Receiver Tube Opening
- Rated Up To 6,000 lbs. Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) And Up To 900 lbs. Tongue Weight (TW)
- All Hitches Are Designed For Customers With Trucks, Vans, And Sport Utility Vehicles
- Clean Appearance That Attaches To The Vehicle's Frame And/Or Bumper
- Reese Towpower Trailer Hitch Class IV, 2 in. Receiver, Compatible with Select Genesis GV80
Here’s a great ball mount option so you can hook up different types of trailers for towing with your GV70:
- 2 in. Square Receiver Tube Opening
Genesis GV70 Trailer Hitch Installation
Always follow the manufacturer’s directions and use proper safety precautions.
Here’s a great video walkthrough on a Genesis GV70 trailer hitch installation:
Genesis GV70 Trailer Hitch Installation Cost
If you’re considering having a tow hitch added to your GV70, expect to pay between $100 and $200 to have a tow package professionally installed (excluding the cost of the tow hitch and wiring harness).
If you’re handy and looking to save money, you can install the trailer hitch and wiring harness yourself.
Hitch Receiver Vs Rear Step Bumper Towing
Some vehicles allow for bumper towing, which means you can mount a tow hitch ball directly on the bumper instead of installing a tow hitch to the vehicle’s frame.
Can I Bumper Tow With a Genesis GV70?
The Genesis GV70 stock bumper is not rated for bumper towing, so you’ll need to install a frame-mounted hitch like the one we listed earlier in this guide or an aftermarket bumper with a hitch ball on it.
Does My Genesis GV70 Have A Tow Package?
You can start by looking under the rear bumper of your GV70 to see if you notice a trailer hitch or trailer ball.
That will give you a good indication of if you have a tow hitch already installed on your GV70.
Another way to research this is by checking the paperwork that came with your vehicle or taking it to a local dealer to see what’s installed.
Make sure to have your VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) handy if you call the dealer so they can look up the exact specs and whether or not your vehicle has any towing packages or features installed on it.
Data Accuracy
We’ve gathered all data represented here from the official Genesis GV70 Owner’s Manuals on Genesis’ website and have checked all data thoroughly for accuracy.
Having said that, we still recommend you refer to your vehicle’s owner’s manual yourself before towing with your Genesis GV70.
