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Hyundai working on "Fluidic Precision" design for next Sonata

Sal Collaziano

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Hyundai North America CEO John Krafcik recently told Automobile magazine that it's popular "fluidic sculpture" design language won't stand still as it evolves with Hyundai's lineup in the coming years.

"You'll see even more maturity with the new Santa Fe, and future cars will feature something we're internally calling Fluidic Precision, where the forms might be a little less extroverted," Krafcik said. "You'll see that with the next Sonata, the design of which has just been frozen."

Krafcik also confirmed that Hyundai will introduce an all-wheel-drive version of the Genesis sedan in its next iteration, which will likely be shown as a concept vehicle later this year. Furthermore, Hyundai is considering upgrading the Genesis coupe to take on the likes of the the BMW 3 Series.

And while most automakers decline to discuss future products, Krafcik pulled the Hyundai's curtain back just a little. We're more than likely going to see a premium crossover in Hyundai's future lineup, but not likely to see a convertible, minivan or pickup truck.Hyundai working on "Fluidic Precision" design for next Sonata originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 20 Jul 2012 16:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.



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Minivan and i40 wagon needed!

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Though... to be honest, if I had to replace the wife's Odyssey in the next couple of years, I would probably be real happy with the extended-wheelbase Santa Fe.
 
Minivan and i40 wagon needed!

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Though... to be honest, if I had to replace the wife's Odyssey in the next couple of years, I would probably be real happy with the extended-wheelbase Santa Fe.

Weird, an Odyssey and a black Rspec. Me too! Don't tell me you have a burgundy ODY! That would be freaky.
 
Minivan and i40 wagon needed!

Though... to be honest, if I had to replace the wife's Odyssey in the next couple of years, I would probably be real happy with the extended-wheelbase Santa Fe.

Krafcik has stated while Hyundai could probably do about 60k in annual sales w/ a new minivan, that wouldn't be enough to justify the costs - so no minivan from Hyundai (Kia should have their new minivan in 2013 or 2014).

Have to say, am impressed by the new SF LWB and Sport; the interior seems to be a good step up over what's in the Sonata.
 
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