In addition, the model lineup of premium brand Genesis can be extended supercar.
The lineup of premium brand Genesis can be recharged with rechargeable hybrids. This information was confirmed by the head of the North American division of Hyundai Motor Dave Zukowski.
“We believe that engines running on alternative fuels, an extremely important market for premium cars”, – said a top Manager. What the model of the premium brand will get a hybrid version, unknown at this time.
In addition, the model lineup of premium brand Genesis can be extended supercar. According to the President and design Director at Hyundai Motor Group Peter Schreier, who now oversees the new division of premium design within the overall design direction, the creation of such a vehicle is not excluded in the future. However, he stressed that before proceeding to work on a sports car, must implement all the remaining projects of the brand.
Most likely, if this model will get the green light, it will be available in the coupe. The machine can be equipped presented this year’s 3.3-liter V6 petrol engine. However, it is also not excluded the appearance of aspirated 5.0-liter unit V8.
To develop new models Hyundai Genesis has created a special unit design. From mid 2016, this structure will be headed by Luke Donckerwolke, previously involved in the design of models of Audi, Bentley, Lamborghini, Seat and Skoda. He will combine this work with the position of the head of the design center of Hyundai Motor.
By 2020, the new model lineup will consist of six cars. At the moment the company introduced cars G90 and G80. The next model will be a sporty sedan G70. The forerunner of this model called the New York Concept was shown at the auto show in new York. Also in the future under the brand name of Genesis will be developed crossover and sports coupe.
