Concept Cars.
Hyundai concepts cars.
At Hyundai we pride ourselves on not only creating cars that deliver to the everyday Australian, and lead the pack on what safe, advanced and comfortable vehicles are, but we also like to project into the future to ideate on what the future of automobiles could be.
We call these ideas, our concept cars. Explore them below:
SEVEN.
Introducing a new world of mobility beyond your imagination. Welcome to SEVEN. Steer your mind to a near future where your vehicle is autonomous – driving for you, under your direction. A vehicle of exceptional sustainability. Healthier, safer, smarter, calmer and more relaxing. Where the drive outshines the destination. This is SEVEN.
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RN22e.
RN22e is committed to deliver evolved fun-to-drive, while staying true to the 3 pillars of N (Corner Rascal, Racetrack Capability, and Everyday Sports Car).
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N Vision 74.
In 1974, legendary car designer Giorgetto Giugiaro designed Hyundai’s first production sports car prototype, the Pony Coupe. It ignited the motorsport flame within the company, and now almost 50 years later, that original conceptual design DNA lives large in the revolutionary hydrogen powered N Vision 74.
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Le Fil Rouge.
Our latest concept car, Le Fil Rouge, reflects our belief that a brand’s past, present and future models are all connected through its design DNA. Unveiled at the 2018 Geneva motor show, Le Fil Rouge reinterprets our historical Coupe Concept of 1974 and our long tradition of creating distinct and sporty character in our cars. Harmonising the four fundamental elements of car design: proportion, architecture, styling and technology, ‘Sensuous Sportiness’ is a design language you can expect to see in all future Hyundai vehicles.
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RN 30.
In 2016, we unveiled the RN30 concept car in collaboration with our Hyundai Motorsport and High Performance divisions
Tasked to be lightweight with a low centre of gravity, the RN30’s unique demands led to developing an all-new
high-performance plastic with leading global chemical company BASF. It also came fitted with a host of specialised technologies designed to provide driver control and make this powerful racing machine responsive and sure footed on even the most challenging of race tracks.
The i30N which is now available for you to buy in Australia, was inspired by the RN30 and features a lot of its technology.
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2025 N Gran Turismo.
A hydrogen fighter jet on wheels, the 2025 N Gran Turismo is a light, agile and grounded power machine. Car and Driver become one with this powerful N.
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Concept cars over the years.
When concept cars are newly developed, they're developed to showcase styling and technology that's at the forefront. As you explore our historic concept cars, you'll see that what was once innovative is now something that comes as standard.
Discover the full timeline.
Elevate 2019.
Elevate is the first Ultimate Mobility Vehicle (UMV), blending technology found in electric cars and robots, which allows it to traverse terrain beyond the limitations of even the most capable off-road vehicle.
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Le Fil Rouge Concept (2018)
Hyundai Motor unveiled the 'Le Fil Rouge (HDC-1)' concept at the 2018 Geneva International Motor Show, marking a new era for Hyundai design and providing a glimpse of its future design cues. As its name implies, Le Fil Rouge (common thread) is a reflection of Hyundai’s belief that the brand’s past, present and future designs are all connected.
"‘Le Fil Rouge’ is a reinterpretation of Hyundai’s design DNA that originated from the brand’s historical Hyundai Coupe Concept in 1974," said Luc Donckerwolke, Executive Vice President and Head of Hyundai Design Center. "Building on our long history of creating distinctive and sporty character in vehicles, we will open a new era for Hyundai design."
Fuel Cell Concept (2017)
Hyundai Motor unveiled its futuristic FE Fuel Cell Concept that looks ahead to the next generation of hydrogen-powered vehicles. Having established itself as a global leader for hydrogen transportation, the company has reaffirmed its commitment to fuel cell vehicle development at the Geneva Motor Show 2017.
The FE Fuel Cell Concept represents the next step for Hyundai Motor toward realising its ultimate ambition of creating a zero-emission Hydrogen Energy Society.
The new concept car is more than simply beautiful and innovative; it is highly capable too. The car is designed to run for more than 800 kilometres between refuelling, acknowledging the current limited hydrogen infrastructure.
Elements of the FE Fuel Cell Concept will influence an SUV Fuel Cell model set for launch in 2018, which will feature advanced ‘Hyundai Smart Sense’ driver assistance technologies, alongside an extensive hydrogen-powered range.
N Concept (2016)
Hyundai Motor unleashed its latest high-performance N concept with the world premiere of RN30 at the 2016 Paris Motor Show. The motorsport-inspired racing concept is developed to deliver passion and pleasure on the track for everybody.
Based on the Next Generation Hyundai i30, the RN30 was born as a racing machine, developed in close collaboration with Hyundai Motorsport (HMSG), Hyundai Motor Europe Technical Centre (HMETC) and Hyundai Motor’s Performance Development & High Performance Vehicle Division. The striking concept is distinguished by its purposeful aerodynamic design and specialized high-performance technologies that deliver thrilling high-speed driving.
Intrado (2014).
In 2014, Hyundai revealed the Intrado concept. A forerunner of today’s All-New Tucson 48V Hybrid, Intrado showcased advanced vehicle technologies and intelligent design that combine to engage more effectively with driver and passengers.
The car’s materials and technologies draw inspiration from aircraft – the removal of unnecessary weight, logical solutions to complex challenges, a purity of purpose and a highly efficient powertrain.
The exterior shape is dictated by the need to be aerodynamically efficient; it is free of unnecessary adornments and features minimal detailing.
The interior focuses on usability and adaptability, and draws attention to its advanced materials and radical construction. The seals of opening panels shut directly against the central carbon frame, showcasing the carbon fibre whenever doors, hood or trunk are opened. The seats clip directly onto exposed frame.
The Intrado was powered by a next-gen hydrogen fuel-cell powertrain that uses a lithium-ion 36kW battery. Refueled in just a few minutes, it had a range of more than 600km and emitted only water.
HCD-14 Genesis (2013).
Based on a mid-sized sedan concept, the HCD-14 Genesis was Hyundai’s first PHEV system (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle).
“We instilled HCD-14 Genesis with a premium-sport 4-door coupe road presence,” said Christopher Chapman, chief designer. “Its sleek and lightweight silhouette does not punish the wind, but uses fluidic precision with dramatic surfacing that conveys natural restraint.”
The HCD-14 Genesis powertrain featured the award-winning Hyundai Tau V8 engine, for impressive power, low emissions and superb efficiency.
HCD-14 Genesis used optical recognition to identify the driver and initiate the starting sequence, while gear selection for the 8-speed automatic transmission was performed via paddle shifters.
Using state-of-the-art driver eye-tracking and 3D hand-gesture recognition, HCD-14 Genesis was able to recognise driver commands free from distractions associated with manual controls.
Once a specific feature was selected via eye-tracking, thumb controls or gesture recognition could be used to select navigation, infotainment, audio, HVAC and even smartphone connectivity functions. A windshield heads-up display minimised driving distraction.
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i-oniq (2012).
"The i-oniq was designed and developed at Hyundai’s European R&D centre in Germany.
Its design combined gentle feature lines and muscular surface treatment, conveying premium and athletic qualities in both the exterior and interior.
Two arched curves are the key theme behind i-oniq, creating a strong and playful contrast between sharp character lines and soft but muscular features.
The car’s innovative, weight-optimised doors open up to the side for easy access, while the interior was all about the driver. The user-interface components reflected contemporary and future consumer electronics technology such as a movement control mounted on the steering wheel, floating instrument cluster with multi-layered projection, and a large background display for navigation, entertainment and other information.
An electric vehicle with extended range powertrain – a 1-litre 3-cylinder petrol engine mated to an 80kW lithium-ion electric motor powered by a 55kW generator via a single-ratio gearbox – i-oniq to the category to a new level.
In electric-only mode, it can travel 120km, which is extended to 700km with the assistance of the petrol engine, emitting only 45g/km of CO2. It has a top speed of 145km/h."
Blue2 (2011).
"The Blue2 was a mid-size FCEV (Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle) – the name being a combination of Hyundai’s Blue Drive eco-brand and the number 2 from H2 (hydrogen).
The Blue2’s sporty and luxurious style combined futuristic, flowing designs and eco-friendly features.
Blue2 also featured a welcome system that recognised the driver, while an automated opening door system enhanced the driver’s convenience.
The exterior designs flowed inside the vehicle, with asymmetrically designed dashboards and doors to optimise a driver’s convenience and add emotional value.
The interior used an advanced Transparent Organic Light Emitting Diode (TOLED) monitor and ultra-light tempered glass, called Gorilla Glass, to provide more accurate and vivid graphic information."
HED-7 (2010).
The HED-7 carried forward Hyundai’s evocative new form language, “fluidic sculpture”. The flowing, elegant lines not only created bionic, futuristic shape, but also contributed to exceptional aerodynamics, reducing the car’s CO2 output to just 85g/km and fuel consumption to only 3L/100km.
ix-Metro (2009).
Created by the Global Design Team in Korea, the i-Metro was an entry-level CUV that brought a new form to the traditional sub-B segment. Targeting young European urbanites, the ix-Metro offered all the practicality, robustness and versatility of a CUV in a stylishly sophisticated package.
i-Mode (2008).
The i-Mode was a combination of visionary styling with future technologies and advanced eco-dynamics. It led to a six-seater monocab study that incorporated high-tech materials, a world-premiere seating concept and state-of-the-art communication solutions into a completely new vehicle impression.
