by Michael Gauthier
- Genesis has wrapped up testing on the upcoming GV60 Magma.
- The high-performance crossover will debut later this year.
- The all-wheel drive model could have around 641 hp and 568 lb-ft.
The Genesis GV60 Magma is almost ready for its big debut as the company has announced the high-performance electric vehicle has completed validation testing. This paves the way for an unveiling later this year.
While Genesis is staying tight-lipped on specifics, they said the car has proven itself in the “world’s toughest conditions.” They’re not kidding as prototypes traveled to Arjeplog, Sweden earlier this year for cold weather testing. On the flip side, the model was subjected to extreme heat at their California Proving Ground, which helped to “validate power output, cooling efficiency, and thermal protection.”
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In New Zealand, the crossover faced “sub-zero conditions at 1,500 meters (4921 feet) above sea level, where engineers examined chassis precision, traction stability, braking robustness, and agile cornering on icy, wind-swept terrain.” Back at home in Korea, the model was pushed to the limits at the Inje Speedium Circuit.
Thanks to all this testing and development, Genesis says the GV60 Magma will deliver “exhilarating performance and refined comfort.” That’s not a lot to go on, but the company released an official teaser image showing a camouflaged prototype.
It reveals the model will be distinguished by a more aggressive front fascia that features three oval-shaped intakes. They’re joined by a new front bumper, which sports a larger simulated intake.
Moving further back, we can see canards and a high-performance braking system with orange calipers. We can also get a glimpse of a sporty rear wing. In effect, the model will closely resemble the GV60 Magma concept that debuted in 2024.
How Much Power Will It Have?
The company hasn’t said much about the crossover, but it’s expected to follow in the footsteps of the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N and Kia EV6 GT. This means the model will likely have an 84 kWh battery pack that feeds a dual-motor all-wheel drive system with around 641 hp (478 kW / 650 PS) and 568 lb-ft (769 Nm) of torque. The Magma may have a range of approximately 231 miles (372 km), but we’ll learn full details in the coming weeks.