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Top Gear
22 minutes ago
- Automotive
- Top Gear
Genesis GV70 Electrified Review 2025
As you'll probably know by now, Genesis is the posh branch of Hyundai-Kia that has been going its own way since 2015, although it's only been in the UK since mid-2021. Think of it as what Lexus is to Toyota or what Infiniti is (or was, in Europe's case) to Nissan. Genesis won't thank us for that last comparison, though. Things didn't exactly work out well for Infiniti in the UK – who'd have thought we wouldn't fancy a £100,000, V8-engined Sebastian Vettel edition SUV? Advertisement - Page continues below Advertisement - Page continues below What's behind the big grille? At its launch, you had the choice of a 2.2-litre diesel and a 2.5-litre turbocharged petrol. Both engines were four cylinders, both were paired with eight-speed automatic gearboxes and both came with all-wheel drive as standard. And now both are gone. You can still buy a GV70 with an internal combustion engine, but only from stock. And it'll be a pre-facelift version, as Genesis is killing all ICE-only models in the UK. So if that's what you're after… you'll need to be quick. So it's the GV70 Electrified only now, fitted with an updated powertrain as part of the facelift. It has the same 483bhp dual motor as before, only it's now mated to a bigger 84kWh battery. Genesis claims 0-62mph in just 4.4 seconds (in Boost mode anyway – more on that on the Driving tab) and a top speed of 146mph, plus a slightly increased 298 miles of WLTP range. What's more, it also now gets virtual gear shift technology technology (as seen in the Genesis GV60, Hyundai Ioniq 5 N and Kia EV6 GT) which is designed to mimic a conventional gearbox both in terms of feel and sound. Quite why you'd want that in a *checks notes* luxury SUV is anyone's guess. It supports ultra fast 350kW charging too, meaning 10–80 per cent is possible in 19 minutes if you can find a plug capable of those speeds, as well as V2L (vehicle to load) capability, so you can power anything from a laptop to a toaster. You know, if you happen to have one in the boot. Doesn't come cheap, presumably? For as long as stocks last, prices start from £48,995 for the pre-update petrol and £52,645 for the diesel. In the here and now, you're actually looking at a rather hefty £65,915 for the Electrified. Check out the Buying tab of this review for more detail. Our choice from the range GENESIS 360kW Pure 84kWh 5dr Auto AWD £65,850 See prices and specs What's the verdict? ' It's a shame that there isn't a cheaper, single-motor version ' When the GV70 was first released, it didn't quite match the refinement of its rivals, largely down to the powertrains. But the Electrified variant undoubtedly addresses these flaws, and goes hand in hand with the calm and relaxed driving experience Genesis is trying to offer. It's a shame there isn't a cheaper, single-motor version though, with the near £66k starting price a tough sell up against more talented stuff like the TG award-winning Porsche Macan Electric. Still, if you can get on board with the GV70's price and outside looks, you'll be even happier once you get up in the leather- and tech-filled interior. As you'd expect from the Hyundai-Kia group these days, it feels well put together and is generally easy to get on with.
Daily Record
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Phil Collins major health update as star hospitalised amid 'end-of-life care' claims
The Genesis legend is in hospital, it's been confirmed Phil Collins has been hospitalised amid reports he is receiving end-of-life care. The Genesis legend, 74, was at the centre of rumours over the past week, suggesting he is facing a major health battle after a raft of issues caused concern amongst his huge fanbase. The iconic rocker last performed live back in March 2022 and was on stage in a wheelchair. He also recently claimed he believes he's 'used up my air miles' in a documentary and admitted he's 'very sick'. A spokesperson for the drummer, who suffers from type 2 diabetes and ongoing complications which occurred after an operation on his spine in 2007, has now denied reports that Collins' has been admitted to a 'hospice'. But they confirmed he's in hospital, in a medical ward, where he's facing 'knee surgery', it's reported by the Standard. The In the Air Tonight musician has long been dogged by health issues and in last year's Phil Collins: Drummer First documentary, he revealed to fans his active career has 'taken its toll' on his hands and legs and he's no longer able to play the drums. The star, who first picked up the sticks when he was aged just five, opened up on the gruelling physical challenges he's faced because of his job: 'It's still kind of sinking in a bit... I've spent all my life playing drums. "To suddenly not be able to do that is a shock." He went on: 'If I can't do what I did as well as I did it, I'd rather relax and not do anything. "If I wake up one day and I can hold a pair of drumsticks then I'll have a crack at it. But I just feel like I've used up my air miles." The dad-of-five damaged a vertebra in his upper neck as he performed at a gig in 2007 and he was forced to stop playing live shows altogether two years later due to excruciating nerve damage. In 2009 he said: "My vertebrae have been crushing my spinal cord because of the position I drum in. It comes from years of playing. I can't even hold the sticks properly without it being painful. "I even used to tape the sticks to my hands to get through. Don't worry, I can still sing." He made a comeback for a Genesis reunion tour - The Last Domino Tour - from 2021 - 2022, with son Nic, 23, taking his place behind the drums while Phil sang and played piano. In an interview with Mojo magazine last year, he said: "I keep thinking I should go downstairs to the studio and see what happens. But I'm not hungry for it anymore. The thing is, I've been sick, I mean very sick." Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
The Irish Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Phil Collins, 74, reveals he's in hospital as he gives health update over end-of-life hospice care claims
PHIL Collins has revealed he's in hospital amid rumours suggesting the Genesis hitmaker had been admitted to an end-of-life hospice. The Another Day In Paradise singer, 74, has been the subject of worrying speculation centred on his wellbeing after opening up on Advertisement 6 Phil Collins has admitted he's in hospital amid speculation the star was in an end-of-life facility Credit: Splash 6 The Another Day In Paradise hitmaker, 74, is in the medical ward undergoing 'knee surgery' Credit: Redferns 6 Genesis hitmaker Phil has battled a number of recent health conditions Credit: Getty Drummer Phil also admitted he he during his last ever Genesis gig in March 2022 when Now the Sussudio singer's spokesperson has confirmed the chart star is in hospital. They told Yet they insisted any speculation he is in end of life care was false. Advertisement read more phil collins HEALTH WOES Back in 2022, Phil told how he was "very sick", further fuelling health worries. He then retired from live performances after being able to "barely hold a drumstick." He opened up on his condition in a recent documentary and, in the two-hour special, Phil revealed how years of bashing drum sets had physically impacted his body. The In The Air Tonight singer's hands, feet and body have suffered from decades of entertaining crowds. Advertisement Most read in Celebrity Latest Phil said: "If I wake up one day and I can hold a pair of drumsticks, then I'll have a crack of it. "But I just feel like I've used up my air miles. Phil Collins sparks health fears at last ever Genesis concert as fans beg him to take care of himself "It's still kind of sinking in a bit. "I've spent all my life playing drums. To be suddenly not be able to do that is a shock. Advertisement "If I can't do what I did as well as I did it, I'd rather relax and not do anything." Over the years Phil has sustained an injured vertebrae in his upper neck which has led to crippling nerve damage. Phil Collins and his health issues revealed PHIL Collins' health has recently been put under the spotlight - here's what we know SUPERSTAR musician Phil Collins is known around the world thanks to his incredible songwriting and drumming talents. But behind closed doors he has been battling ill health and been divorced three times. Phil Collins is an English singer and instrumentalist, who is best known for being the drummer in the rock band Genesis. The star was born in West London on January 30, 1951. Phil's career in the entertainment industry spans five decades, having started out as a child actor. He is estimated to be the second wealthiest drummer in the world, beaten only by Beatles legend Ringo Starr, and has a net worth of £198M. Having enjoyed a wealth of success in the 80s and 90s, Over the years he has sustained an injured vertebrae in his upper neck which has led to crippling nerve damage. He also has acute pancreatitis - whereby the pancreas becomes inflamed and swollen over a short period of time. Phil also suffers from "foot drop" which sees him now wearing orthopedic shoes. Phil has been married three times. His ex wives are: Andrea Bertorelli (1975 to 1980) Jill Tavelman (1984 to 1996) Orianne Cevey (1999 to 2008) He has five children, During his last ever Genesis gig in March 2022 He also has acute pancreatitis - whereby the pancreas becomes inflamed and swollen over a short period of time. Advertisement Phil additionally suffers from 'foot drop' which sees him now wearing orthopaedic shoes. Phil is the father of five children, including Emily In Paris star Lily Collins. 6 Phil previously told how he believed he had 'run out of air miles' Credit: Getty 6 Fans recently urged the singer to take care of himself after he performed in a wheechair on-stage Credit: Getty Advertisement 6 Phil is a dad of five, including daughter Emily In Paris star Lily Collins Credit: Getty
Scottish Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Phil Collins, 74, reveals he's in hospital as he gives health update over end-of-life hospice care claims
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) PHIL Collins has revealed he's in hospital amid rumours suggesting the Genesis hitmaker had been admitted to an end-of-life hospice. The Another Day In Paradise singer, 74, has been the subject of worrying speculation centred on his wellbeing after opening up on a slew of health problems. 6 Phil Collins has admitted he's in hospital amid speculation the star was in an end-of-life facility Credit: Splash 6 The Another Day In Paradise hitmaker, 74, is in the medical ward undergoing 'knee surgery' Credit: Redferns 6 Genesis hitmaker Phil has battled a number of recent health conditions Credit: Getty Drummer Phil also admitted he believed he had "used up my air miles" in a candid confession in his recent documentary, which came after he sparked concern among fans during his last ever Genesis gig in March 2022 when he performed in a wheelchair. Now the Sussudio singer's spokesperson has confirmed the chart star is in hospital. They told The Standard he is in the medical ward undergoing "knee surgery." Yet they insisted any speculation he is in end of life care was false. HEALTH WOES Back in 2022, Phil told how he was "very sick", further fuelling health worries. He then retired from live performances after being able to "barely hold a drumstick." He opened up on his condition in a recent documentary and, in the two-hour special, Phil revealed how years of bashing drum sets had physically impacted his body. The In The Air Tonight singer's hands, feet and body have suffered from decades of entertaining crowds. Phil said: "If I wake up one day and I can hold a pair of drumsticks, then I'll have a crack of it. "But I just feel like I've used up my air miles. Phil Collins sparks health fears at last ever Genesis concert as fans beg him to take care of himself "It's still kind of sinking in a bit. "I've spent all my life playing drums. To be suddenly not be able to do that is a shock. "If I can't do what I did as well as I did it, I'd rather relax and not do anything." Over the years Phil has sustained an injured vertebrae in his upper neck which has led to crippling nerve damage. Phil Collins and his health issues revealed PHIL Collins' health has recently been put under the spotlight - here's what we know SUPERSTAR musician Phil Collins is known around the world thanks to his incredible songwriting and drumming talents. But behind closed doors he has been battling ill health and been divorced three times. Phil Collins is an English singer and instrumentalist, who is best known for being the drummer in the rock band Genesis. The star was born in West London on January 30, 1951. Phil's career in the entertainment industry spans five decades, having started out as a child actor. He is estimated to be the second wealthiest drummer in the world, beaten only by Beatles legend Ringo Starr, and has a net worth of £198M. Having enjoyed a wealth of success in the 80s and 90s, Phil's later years have been plagued by ill health. Over the years he has sustained an injured vertebrae in his upper neck which has led to crippling nerve damage. He also has acute pancreatitis - whereby the pancreas becomes inflamed and swollen over a short period of time. Phil also suffers from "foot drop" which sees him now wearing orthopedic shoes. Phil has been married three times. His ex wives are: Andrea Bertorelli (1975 to 1980) Jill Tavelman (1984 to 1996) Orianne Cevey (1999 to 2008) He has five children, Lily, Simon, Joely, Nicholas and Matthew. During his last ever Genesis gig in March 2022 he performed in a wheelchair - leaving fans begging the star to "take care" of himself. He also has acute pancreatitis - whereby the pancreas becomes inflamed and swollen over a short period of time. Phil additionally suffers from 'foot drop' which sees him now wearing orthopaedic shoes. Phil is the father of five children, including Emily In Paris star Lily Collins. 6 Phil previously told how he believed he had 'run out of air miles' Credit: Getty 6 Fans recently urged the singer to take care of himself after he performed in a wheechair on-stage Credit: Getty 6 Phil is a dad of five, including daughter Emily In Paris star Lily Collins Credit: Getty
The Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Phil Collins, 74, reveals he's in hospital as he gives health update over end-of-life hospice care claims
PHIL Collins has revealed he's in hospital amid rumours suggesting the Genesis hitmaker had been admitted to an end-of-life hospice. The Another Day In Paradise singer, 74, has been the subject of worrying speculation centred on his wellbeing after opening up on a slew of health problems. 6 6 6 Drummer Phil also admitted he believed he had "used up my air miles" in a candid confession in his recent documentary, which came after he sparked concern among fans during his last ever Genesis gig in March 2022 when he performed in a wheelchair. Now the Sussudio singer's spokesperson has confirmed the chart star is in hospital. They told The Standard he is in the medical ward undergoing "knee surgery." Yet they insisted any speculation he is in end of life care was false. HEALTH WOES Back in 2022, Phil told how he was "very sick", further fuelling health worries. He then retired from live performances after being able to "barely hold a drumstick." He opened up on his condition in a recent documentary and, in the two-hour special, Phil revealed how years of bashing drum sets had physically impacted his body. The In The Air Tonight singer's hands, feet and body have suffered from decades of entertaining crowds. Phil said: "If I wake up one day and I can hold a pair of drumsticks, then I'll have a crack of it. "But I just feel like I've used up my air miles. "It's still kind of sinking in a bit. "I've spent all my life playing drums. To be suddenly not be able to do that is a shock. "If I can't do what I did as well as I did it, I'd rather relax and not do anything." Over the years Phil has sustained an injured vertebrae in his upper neck which has led to crippling nerve damage. Phil Collins and his health issues revealed PHIL Collins' health has recently been put under the spotlight - here's what we know SUPERSTAR musician Phil Collins is known around the world thanks to his incredible songwriting and drumming talents. But behind closed doors he has been battling ill health and been divorced three times. Phil Collins is an English singer and instrumentalist, who is best known for being the drummer in the rock band Genesis. The star was born in West London on January 30, 1951. Phil's career in the entertainment industry spans five decades, having started out as a child actor. He is estimated to be the second wealthiest drummer in the world, beaten only by Beatles legend Ringo Starr, and has a net worth of £198M. Having enjoyed a wealth of success in the 80s and 90s, Phil's later years have been plagued by ill health. Over the years he has sustained an injured vertebrae in his upper neck which has led to crippling nerve damage. He also has acute pancreatitis - whereby the pancreas becomes inflamed and swollen over a short period of time. Phil also suffers from "foot drop" which sees him now wearing orthopedic shoes. Phil has been married three times. His ex wives are: Andrea Bertorelli (1975 to 1980) Jill Tavelman (1984 to 1996) Orianne Cevey (1999 to 2008) He has five children, Lily, Simon, Joely, Nicholas and Matthew. During his last ever Genesis gig in March 2022 he performed in a wheelchair - leaving fans begging the star to "take care" of himself. He also has acute pancreatitis - whereby the pancreas becomes inflamed and swollen over a short period of time. Phil additionally suffers from 'foot drop' which sees him now wearing orthopaedic shoes. Phil is the father of five children, including Emily In Paris star Lily Collins. 6 6 6
