Genesis’ first all-electric high-performance car, GV60 Magma, has joined the enhanced Genesis G70 sporty saloon, expanding the brand’s successful Nordschleife Track Taxi programme.
The public will be able to experience the thrilling performance of the new GV60 Magma before it officially arrives on European roads later this year.
Launched in 2024, the Track Taxi programme offers passenger rides around one of the world’s most famous and technically demanding racetracks. Germany’s Nürburgring is 20.832 kilometres long, with 73 complex corners and a constantly changing road surface.
Peter Kronschnabl, Managing Director of Genesis Motor Europe, stated the launch of Track Taxi Nordschleife in 2024 was an important milestone in the brand’s journey. Introducing GV60 Magma to the programme represents the next chapter in the growth strategy as the company continues to invest across Europe, allowing fans and customers to experience the emotion and precision of Genesis’ exceptional all-electric performance on one of the world’s most demanding racetracks.
G70’s Track Record and Performance Legacy
Since the programme’s inception, nearly 3,000 Genesis guests have been driven around the Nürburgring in one of two modified G70 cars; the saloon was chosen as the first Track Taxi for its dynamic drivability and performance personality. With a professional Genesis driver at the wheel, passengers experienced the sporty saloon’s 272 kW (370PS), 510Nm 3.3-litre twin-turbo V6, and thrilling 5.4-second 0-62mph acceleration.
In total, the two G70 cars—which will continue to be used alongside GV60 Magma—have completed 1,300 laps of the racetrack, equivalent to 27,081.6 kilometres, using more than 180 sets of tyres. Chosen for their dynamic drivability, performance personality, excellent track composure, and passenger comfort, the duo demonstrates robust engineering, outstanding build quality, and long-term reliability.
GV60 Magma Brings Electric Performance to the Green Hell
Guests can now also enjoy a new all-electric Track Taxi Nordschleife experience in the GV60 Magma. Featuring two enhanced electric motors—one per axle—each spinning to over 20,000rpm in an all-wheel drive configuration, the performance SUV delivers a powerful output of 478kW (650PS) and 790Nm.
With BOOST mode activated, GV60 Magma accelerates from 0-62mph in just 3.4 seconds, reaching 124mph in only 10.9 seconds, with top speed achieved at 165mph.
Braking and Chassis Technology for Extreme Conditions
To manage this impressive performance, GV60 Magma is equipped with Michelin Pilot Sport 5S tyres and a unique braking system matched to the demands of its high-output powertrain. It combines performance-optimised regenerative braking control with large 400mm disc brakes, monoblock calipers, and an Anti-lock Brake System to produce enough stopping power to bring the car to a halt from 100km/h (62mph) in just 33.8m.
Key to GV60 Magma’s dynamic character is a state-of-the-art torque vectoring system, designed to ensure the car’s movements remain predictable and intuitively controllable, even under the extreme driving conditions of the Nordschleife. An electronic Limited-Slip Differential works alongside the torque vectoring system to actively distribute torque between the front and rear motors, reducing understeer and oversteer—important when tackling the Green Hell.
Sound Design and Passenger Comfort
To add to the experience, GV60 Magma has a specifically developed e-ASD (electric Active Sound Design system) that delivers a lifelike and authentic engine tone.
Front seat passengers will also experience Genesis’ new 10-way bucket seat, unique to GV60 Magma, designed for improved support and comfort during high-performance driving.