Genesis GV60 Magma: High-Performance Electric SUV with 478 kW Boost and Sleek Design Enhancements

July 10, 2026
Genesis GV60 Magma: High-Performance Electric SUV with 478 kW Boost and Sleek Design Enhancements
  • Genesis overhauled the chassis for Magma, including revised suspension geometry, stroke-sensing electronically controlled suspension, new front hydraulic bushings, and dual-layer rear crossmember bushings to improve handling.

  • Australian specifications mirror the 84 kWh battery and 478 kW peak power, with 790 Nm torque in Boost Mode and a 0-100 km/h time of 3.4 seconds.

  • The GV60 Magma delivers up to 478 kW and 790 Nm in Boost Mode, with standard dual motors at 448 kW and 740 Nm, enabling a 0-100 km/h time of 3.4 seconds via launch control, a 0-200 km/h time of 10.9 seconds, and a top speed of 264 km/h.

  • It shares its powertrain and an 84 kWh battery with the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N, and adds features like an electronic limited-slip differential and Virtual Gear Shift.

  • Visually, the GV60 Magma features low-profile tires and styling aligned with Genesis design while delivering performance improvements over the standard GV60.

  • Styling and aero enhancements give the Magma a wider, lower stance with a three-hole front bumper, canards, side skirts, a rear winglet spoiler, and 21-inch forged wheels; Magma Orange is the hero exterior color.

  • Exterior options include Magma Orange, Uyuni White, Saville Silver, Makalu Grey, Vik Black, Tromso Green, and Ceres Blue, with a matte finish available for an additional 4,000 AUD.

  • Compared with the standard GV60, Magma emphasizes a lower ride height, wider stance, rear diffuser, and 21-inch forged graphite wheels with 275mm P Zero tires, plus a distinctive rear spoiler and front spats.

  • Inside, the Magma edition offers a 27-inch OLED display, Chamude-trimmed power seats, a Magma-specific steering wheel, a three-dial performance display, head-up display, a 17-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system, heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, active road noise cancellation, digital rear-view mirror, Digital Key 2.0, and vehicle-to-load capability.

  • Magma interior accents feature orange highlights on Chamude upholstery, with exclusive Magma steering wheel and optional Ash White interior, plus laminated acoustic glass and reinforced sealing for reduced cabin noise.

  • Key interior elements include Chamude upholstery with orange/grey stitching, a Magma steering wheel, and a 27-inch Integrated Wide Display for instruments and infotainment.

  • Magma adds driving modes such as Sprint, GT, and MY, with features like Virtual Gear Shift, Drift Mode, High-Performance Battery Control, and an electronically controlled limited-slip differential for enhanced performance and stability.

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