With Monterey Car Week in the rearview mirror,
automakers are turning their attention to the Frankfurt Motor Show. The latest is Hyundai which
released a teaser image of the upcoming 45 concept. Little is known about the
car, but the company said it’s an electric vehicle which acts as a “symbolic
milestone for Hyundai’s future EV design.”
Hyundai went on to say the 45 was inspired, in part,
by “looking back at the brand’s first model in the 1970s.” The company added
the concept explores an evolution of their “Sensuous Sportiness” design
language which was created to make their cars more emotional.
There’s no word on specifications, but the concept
has a distinctive rear end with a tailgate-mounted spoiler and vertical accents
on the rear window. Further below, we can see an LED light bar which can
apparently show messages and graphics for the taillights. The image also reveals angular
bodywork and two large panels on the rear end. There’s also a lower display
which illuminates to show the 45 logo.
Hyundai didn’t release interior pictures, but the
company previously hinted the concept will have a unique cabin that
demonstrates how they’re “rethinking mobility.” The automaker also suggested
the model could have customizable components as Hyundai envisions “cars of
tomorrow will become individualized living spaces.” The concept will be officially
unveiled on September 10th and it will be joined by an assortment of other
models including the i10 and an electrified race car.
