Tested: Electric Genesis GV60 Magma Is Louder Than Corvette Stingray
In Virtual Shift Mode, the electric Genesis GV60 Magma reached 102 dB—more than the 2027 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray at 97 dB.
During testing, the Genesis GV60 Magma was the loudest of the compared vehicles when operating in its noisiest modes. The sound was recorded inside the cabin during full-power acceleration.
The Virtual Shift Mode feature simulates the shifting of an automatic transmission and the operation of a gasoline engine, although the sound is created by software and speakers. With the mode enabled, the GV60 Magma’s peak loudness reached 102 dB. Meanwhile, the electric crossover retains the manufacturer-claimed power output of up to 641 hp.
For comparison, the Chevrolet Corvette Stingray with an optional exhaust system featuring four central pipes recorded 97 dBA in Track mode. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N achieved a maximum of 71 dBA.
Unlike the Corvette, the Genesis has no gasoline engine: its gear shifts and adjustable engine sound are fully modeled. During testing, the electric vehicle did not lose any dynamic performance when using the virtual mode.
