Hyundai has officially revealed today the brand-new Intrado Concept. The new South-Korean prototype will be showcased, in March, at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show.
The new 2014 Hyundai Intrado Concept is represents the firm’s first product which was developed under the direction of Peter Schreyer.
"Effortless and sensual, Intrado reflects the open-mindedness and constant renewal of the Hyundai brand. It also shows that Hyundai wants its customers to rediscover the joy and freedom that should be associated with personal mobility. That’s why this car has such purity of purpose – it’s logical, lovable and liveable", said Peter Schreyer, who became President and Chief Design Officer of Hyundai Motor Group in January 2013.
The exterior is an evolution of the fluidic sculpture language with a focus on aerodynamic efficiency and minimal detailing. The body panels are made from lightweight steel and it were developed at the firm’s steel plant.
Inside the cabin, the 2014 Hyundai Intrado Concept is featuring advanced materials, along with see-through air vents and carbon fiber.
Under the hood, the 2014 Hyundai Intrado Concept is featuring a next-generation hydrogen fuel-cell powertrain which contains a 36 kWh lithium-ion battery set. According to Hyundai, refueling takes only a few minutes and at full capacity, the 2014 Hyundai Intrado Concept can cover a distance of up to 373 miles.
"In line with its promise of a motoring future that is more relevant to users’ lifestyles, we have given Intrado a distinctive exterior and interior shape, formed from the lightweight frame that incorporates only what is necessary. The exterior is defined by a simple yet sporty profile which displays the latest interpretation of fluidic sculpture, while the interior shows how minimal ornamentation will perfectly fit into the varied lifestyles of the millennial generation", added Thomas Burkle, Chief Designer at Hyundai Motor Europe Technical Centre
