Genesis Essentia

Genesis Essentia
Front view as seen at the 2018 New York International Auto Show
Overview
TypeConcept car
ManufacturerGenesis (Hyundai)
DesignerSamir Sadikhov
Body and chassis
ClassGrand tourer (S)
Body style2-door coupe
LayoutRWD
DoorsButterfly
Powertrain
Electric motor"Multiple" electric motors

The Genesis Essentia is a concept sports car that was produced by Genesis, the luxury marque of the Hyundai Motor Group.[1] It was built in 2018 and first displayed at the New York International Auto Show in the same year.[2] Since shortly after its unveiling, there has been speculation regarding the development of a possible production car from this concept affirmed by statements from company officials,[3] though as of May 2020 it is unclear as to if the car is in any stage of production.

History

Prior to the 2018 edition of the New York International Auto Show, Genesis announced that it would be presenting another concept at that year's show.[4] By that March, the concept was indeed revealed, now with the name Essentia as a part as well.[5] In January of the next year, Automobile Magazine announced it as their 'concept of the year' for 2018,[6] calling it a "...truly global masterpiece"[7]

As with the other Hyundai subsidiaries, this concept is intended for some form of production run.[8] As early as September 2018,[9] there were reports that Genesis executive Manfred Fitzgerald was pushing for the eventual production of the vehicle,[10] albeit with some changes, such as conventional doors.[11] By 2019, a possible arrival year of 2021 was proposed by further clarifications from Fitzgerald.[12]

Design

Like many of its contemporaries in the sports car and supercar markets,[13] the Essentia features a number of performance and luxury features.,[14] following the brand's then-new 'athletic elegance' design language.[15] These include a two-tone exterior,[16] carbon fiber monocoque,[17] a low roofline at only 50 inches,[18] butterfly doors,[19] digital connectivity,[20] and others.[21] Much of the car utilizes detailed stylized webbing as a primary texture, which designer Luc Donckerwolke noted was done by 3D printing.[22]

See also

References

  1. ^ "The Genesis Essentia is a Stunningly Gorgeous Electric Concept". MotorTrend. March 28, 2018. Retrieved May 7, 2020.
  2. ^ "Genesis Essentia electric coupe revealed at New York". Auto Express. Retrieved May 7, 2020.
  3. ^ Sorokanich, Bob (March 28, 2018). "Genesis Essentia Concept: How Hyundai's Luxury Arm Does Grand Touring". Road & Track. Retrieved May 7, 2020.
  4. ^ Ewing, Steven. "Genesis will show a new concept car in New York". Roadshow. Retrieved May 7, 2020.
  5. ^ "Electric concept cars, beefed-up SUVs and a 'lizard green' Porsche debut at New York Auto Show". CNBC. March 29, 2018. Retrieved May 7, 2020.
  6. ^ "Genesis Essentia Named Concept of the Year By Automobile Magazine #99909". www.newkerala.com. Retrieved May 7, 2020.
  7. ^ "The Genesis Essentia Is Our Concept Car of the Year". Automobile Magazine. January 29, 2019. Retrieved May 7, 2020.
  8. ^ "Genesis Essentia EV coupe still has high intent for production". Autoblog. Retrieved May 7, 2020.
  9. ^ Priddle, Alisa (September 6, 2018). "Dead-Sexy Genesis Essentia Concept Will Spawn a Limited-Edition Coupe". MotorTrend. Retrieved May 7, 2020.
  10. ^ "Genesis Essentia Coupe Primed for Production". Motoring. April 19, 2019. Retrieved May 7, 2020.
  11. ^ Priddle, Alisa (March 28, 2018). "Genesis Chief for Pusing Production of Essentia Concept". MotorTrend. Retrieved May 7, 2020.
  12. ^ Genesis. "Genesis Essentia Might Arrive In 2021, Company Boss Hints". Motor1.com. Archived from the original on January 26, 2021. Retrieved May 7, 2020.
  13. ^ "The best cars we saw at the 2018 New York Auto Show". BMW BLOG. March 30, 2018. Retrieved May 7, 2020.
  14. ^ "2021 Genesis Essentia with Supercar Style and Powerful Electric Engine". CARANDTECH.COM. October 22, 2019. Retrieved May 7, 2020.[permanent dead link‍]
  15. ^ "The Genesis Essentia". Genesis. Retrieved May 7, 2020.
  16. ^ Woodyard, Chris (April 6, 2018). "Tired of being monochromatic? Two-tone cars stage a comeback". CNBC. Retrieved May 7, 2020.
  17. ^ Gallina, Eric (March 28, 2018). "Essential Elegance: The Genesis Essentia Concept is the Star of New York". Form Trends. Retrieved May 7, 2020.
  18. ^ "2018 Genesis Essentia Concept @ Top Speed". www.topspeed.com. 5 April 2018. Retrieved May 7, 2020.
  19. ^ Ewing, Steven. "Essentia Concept is Genesis' vision of an electric grand tourer". Roadshow. Retrieved May 7, 2020.
  20. ^ "Genesis Essentia concept steals show in NYC". auto123.com. Retrieved May 7, 2020.
  21. ^ "the genesis essentia concept car shows the pulsing electric power within". designboom. March 29, 2018. Retrieved May 7, 2020.
  22. ^ Wendler, Andrew (March 28, 2018). "Genesis Essentia Concept: High-Tech Coupe Dreams". Car and Driver. Retrieved May 7, 2020.