Renault Arkana vs Genesis GV70
What's the difference?

Renault Arkana

$36,990 - $45,990

2026 price

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Genesis GV70

$80,300 - $132,718

2026 price

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Chery Tiggo 8 PRO MAX

Land Rover Discovery Sport

Mercedes-Benz EQ-Class

Mercedes-Benz G-Class

Mercedes-Benz G63

Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class

Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class

Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class

Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class

Mitsubishi ASX

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

Mitsubishi Outlander

Mitsubishi Pajero

Mitsubishi Pajero Sport

Summary

2026 Renault Arkana

2026 Genesis GV70

By Emily Agar

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Turbo 4, 1.3L

Electric motor type

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Fuel Type

Unleaded Petrol

Vehicle type

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Fuel Efficiency

5.9L/100km (combined)

Electric range

—

Energy consumption

—

Battery capacity

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Seating

Likes

Stylish, distinctive design
Great boot space and practicality
Responsive handling

Dripping with luxury features
Pretty inside and out
Great ongoing ownership value

Dislikes

Mild-hybrid gains feel limited
Snug rear seat space
Slow off the mark

Spongey in corners
Lower EV range than some rivals
Boot is on the smaller side

2026 Renault Arkana Summary

This time around my family of three has been reviewing the updated Renault Arkana Esprit Alpine mild-hybrid, and you might be wondering… why?

In a market that is positively bursting at the seams with established and new competition, including full-hybrid rivals like the Honda HR-V RS and Hyundai Kona Premium, the Arkana has its work cut out for it.

It’s also a slightly unusual proposition, pairing the raised ride height of an SUV with the swooping roofline of a coupe, while sticking with a mild-hybrid powertrain as more and more rivals make the jump to full-hybrid.

So, does this small French SUV coupe still have enough going for it to stand out from the crowd?

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2026 Genesis GV70 Summary

The Genesis GV70 Electrified Signature Performance has had a meaningful update, and it’s not just a light refresh.

This latest version brings significant improvements to technology, safety, and design.

With only one grade available, this review looks at whether it’s the smart choice for anyone wanting to step into a luxury electric medium SUV.

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Deep dive comparison

2026 Renault Arkana 2026 Genesis GV70

Verdict

The Renault Arkana Esprit Alpine mild-hybrid combines some serious design flair with a reasonable amount of practicality for a smaller family, but it’s hard to ignore the lack of improvement in efficiency following the addition of the mild-hybrid system. That said, it still succeeds on some fronts. It just does it quietly.

Verdict

The updated Genesis GV70 Electrified Signature Performance is packed with features, effortless on the road, and backed by fantastic ownership value. This isn’t just polished luxury, it’s smart luxury, making it a vehicle worth serious consideration. The only caveat? I’d opt for a different interior colour to white if you have kids or pets.

Renault Arkana vs Genesis GV70 What's the difference?

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Renault Arkana vs Genesis GV70
What's the difference?