Hot Genesis GV60 Magma goes after Macan with 641bhp

The GV60 Magma uses the same E-GMP platform as the standard GV60, which also underpins the Ioniq 5 N.

Like that model, it offers four-wheel drive from a pair of electric motors with combined maximum outputs of 641bhp and 583lb ft. The front motor offers 222bhp (235bhp in Boost mode) while the rear one provides 378bhp (406bhp in Boost).

Using its launch control function, the GV60 Magma can accelerate from 0-62mph in 3.4sec and from a standing start to 124mph in 10.9secs.

Three drive modes will be offered: Sprint, GT and My, in which the driver can adjust systems including the electronic limited slip differential (e-LSD) and stability control. 

There’s also a Drift mode and, as with its Hyundai relations, a virtual gearshift system, which can adjust the motor output, torque and regenerative braking in order to simulate a manual combustion sports car.

Power comes from an 84kWh battery, while an 800V electrical architecture allows for fast-charging at speeds up to 240kW.

Genesis hasn’t given an official range yet, but it cites an efficiency figure of 2.67mpkWh. For reference, the Ioniq 5 N has an official range of 278 miles. 

As with the N cars, the GV60 Magma hasn’t just been developed with a focus on increasing power: extensive work has been done on the chassis set-up and systems such as the e-LSD. It weighs 2240kg.

Genesis engineers have adjusted the suspension by altering the geometry and recalibrating the roll centre. There are also electric suspension and end-of-travel control systems that are intended to balance stability in corners and ride comfort.

The suspension has been fitted with new fluid-filled ‘Hydro G’ bushings up front and dual-layer bushings in the rear crossmember to minimise vibrations.

There are also front monoblock calipers and large-diameter 400mm disc brakes up front, which have been tuned for the 21in wheels. The Magma sits on custom Pirelli tyres that, at 275mm, are the widest yet offered on a GV60.