New York 2009: Hyundai Nuvis concept hints at next gen CUVs

[Sal Collaziano]

Filed under: Concept Cars, New York Auto Show, Green, Crossovers/CUVs, Hyundai

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The first hint of what we can expect from the next generation Tucson and Santa Fe crossovers was revealed today at the New York Auto Show as the Hyundai Nuvis concept. The sweeping creases echo and expand upon Hyunadi's design direction that could be seen on the Genesis coupe and sedan and the Korean market Equus that stood on display nearby. Like so many other concepts at the show this year, this one featured doors that will almost certainly not be duplicated in production, extra-long gull-wings in this case.

The interior is designed for exactly four occupants instead of going for the maximum possible seating with three rows. Nuvis designers have dispensed with all the usual switch gear in favor of a river of information flowing throughout the concept's interior, all of which is accessible through touch-sensitive surfaces. All of the interior fabrics are also made from 100% recycled materials.

Under the skin, the Nuvis is spec'd out with the same Hyundai-developed BlueHybrid drivetrain that was shown at the LA Auto Show last November. The hybrid system uses lithium polymer batteries, which give designers more flexibility in packaging compared to more typical lithium ion batteries. The production version of this hybrid system debuts next year in the next-generation Sonata, while the design elements of this concept will likely appear on the new Tucson later this year.


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[etatauri]

I like the back and the 'SUV coup' style gullwings are pretty radical. However the front end is just too hideous. The side line that connects the headlights to the windows to the taillights is great though. I wish Hyundai would come up with a signiture grill like Kia. I just love their new grill designs.

On Edit: I take that back. I forgot Hyundai was going for that hexagonal shape like the new Veloster concept and the new Tucson. I hope they make it look nice as Kia's new grills.