2012 Hyundai Unveils Unique New Concept Car^I-Oniq
Mar 21, 2012
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(from Hyundai Press Release). Hyundai has unveiled its latest European concept car, named i-oniq, at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show
, showcasing new technology and design which present an impression of the company’s future thinking.
, showcasing new technology and design which present an impression of the company’s future thinking.
The 4,4 meters long i-oniq is an electric sports hatchback with a range-extending petrol engine. Intended to convey the latest thinking from Hyundai’s designers and engineers, the i-oniq evolves the company’s fluidic sculpture form language and represents bold ‘New Possibilities’ with its futuristic powertrain.
The i-oniq concept car, designed and developed at Hyundai’s European R&D centre in Germany, is an evolution of the company’s signature design language, fluidic sculpture.
Hyundai designers chose dynamic proportions to create i-oniq’s aesthetic and functional body shape. Its design combines gentle feature lines and muscular surface treatment, conveying premium and athletic qualities evident in both the exterior and interior of the car.
Thomas Bürkle, Chief Designer at the Hyundai Motor Europe Technical Centre, commented, “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 profile lines of the front fender run from front to back, emphasising i-oniq’s coupé appearance, while offering maximum visibility to occupants.”
Further design elements, such as the ‘penthouse roof’ and LED headlights, emphasise the advanced technology encased within i-oniq.
The roof is a unique design solution that ensures great space for rear passengers and contributes to the overall dynamic appearance. The car’s doors open up to the side: innovative, weight-optimized door and seat kinematics make entering the car’s front and rear seats a simple manoeuvre.
The headlights emphasise the advanced technology of i-oniq. A uniquely-shaped polished aluminium frame houses the day-time running light and forms a unique signature light element.
The i-oniq is powered by an innovative 1,0-litre, 3-cylinder petrol engine generating a maximum of 45 kW (61 ps). This unit is mated to an 80 kW (109 ps) lithium-ion electric motor which is powered by a 55 kW generator, via a single ratio gearbox.
In electric-only mode, i-oniq can travel 120 km (74 miles) and up to 700 km (435 miles) with the assistance on the petrol engine, emitting only 45 g/km of CO2emissions. The concept can reach a top speed of 145 km/h.
- Engine 1,0-litre, 3-cylinder gasoline engine (45 kW)
- Motor 80 kW
- Power output 80 kW (109 ps)
- Wheelbase 2.650 mm
- Overall length 4.432 mm
- Overall width 1.916 mm
- Overall height 1.400 mm
- Tires Dunlop
- CO2 45 g/km
- Steering wheel Touch sensor with motion-control system
1 Response to "2012 Hyundai Unveils Unique New Concept Car^I-Oniq"
Wow,the car which you have shown here is awesome.It looks super stylish,awesome interior and exterior and technologically very advanced.I am astonished by this car's looking.
Hyundai Motors is currently working on a new Sub Compact SUV, which would first hit the Brazilian market. This SUV will be positioned just below Hyundai Santa Fe. The official details are not yet provided by Hyundai India so far, but it is expected to be announced in next couple of months.
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