Hyundai N Vision 74 Hydrogen Hybrid Sports Concept

[vh_supra26]

https://www.hyundainews.com/en-us/releases/3603

Introducing N Vision 74

Inspired by Hyundai Motor’s heritage, N Vision 74 is a high-performance hydrogen fuel cell hybrid rolling lab that underlines the company’s leadership in sustainable performance technology. N Vision 74 is inspired by both technology and design, rooted in N’s sustainable vision announced in 2015 and Hyundai’s passion for high performance since 1974.

In terms of design, N Vision 74 pays an homage to the Hyundai Pony Coupe concept from 1974, which was developed by the legendary car designer Giorgetto Giugiaro. The concept was then built into prototypes for Hyundai’s first production sports car. Although it could not reach production in the end, the daring attitude set the tone for the entire company.

N Vision 74 inherited the pure surface, the dynamic proportioned profile and the unique B pillar from the 1974 Pony Coupe concept. Hyundai’s design heritage meets the electrification era with high performance to shape N Vision 74. In addition, Parametric Pixel lighting provides a futuristic flourish.

“N Vision 74’s future-oriented design reflects the respect and appreciation we have for the dedication and passion that went into the Pony Coupe concept,” said SangYup Lee, Executive Vice President and Head of Hyundai Design Center.

N Vision 74 elevates the daring attitude of the Pony Coupe concept into a future Hyundai design, while reinterpreting the interior as an entertaining space without losing the pure architecture of the Pony Coupe concept. It is equipped with a driver-centric cockpit with a blend of heritage elements and modern design, such as digital cluster and analogue buttons.

Measuring 4,952 mm long, 1,995 mm wide and 1,331 mm tall on a 2,905 mm wheelbase, it is the first high-performance rolling lab built on the most advanced hydrogen fuel cell system that Hyundai N has ever created. But this is not the first time for N to deal with fuel cell technology. N Vision 74 is also inspired by the concept car Hyundai N 2025 Vision Gran Turismo, which was unveiled in 2015 with the launch of N brand to envision the future of hydrogen-based high performance.

Just seven years later, Hyundai N is introducing N Vision 74, setting its sights even further by realizing its passion for ‘fun to drive’ and imagination. Hyundai’s engineers developed a hybrid structure of a battery-electric in combination with an FCEV system, which is placed in an all-new layout. By having fuel cell system and battery-electric powering the N Vision 74 together, the cooling efficiency is improved, while the two different power sources can be used depending on different driving conditions. This fine-tuned logic system enables better torque vectoring by twin motors on the rear, allowing a precise and responsive cornering experience. Moreover, N Vision 74 explores the balance between the performance and cooling with a three-channel cooling system.

The high-performance technology is fully integrated into the design to fulfil the FCEV’s heat management requirements. With such functional aesthetics, N Vision 74 explores the balance between state-of-the-art-technology and iconic design. Along with long-range and fast refueling capabilities, N Vision 74 guarantees driving fun with a sustainable power source via the application of cutting-edge technologies.

[spcmafia]

I'll allow it.


This is the way.

[Tcoat]

They spend 30 years trying to hide the Pony ever existed and show they can make a quality vehicle and then pay "homage" to it?

[DarkPira7e]

Charger x DeLorean? Let's see if this goes anywhere, glad companies are still putting money into innovating potential alternatives

[Tcoat]

Originally Posted by DarkPira7e

Charger x DeLorean? Let's see if this goes anywhere, glad companies are still putting money into innovating potential alternatives

Well in fairness the coupe concept was from 1974 so it predates the DeLorean by several years.

[DarkPira7e]

Originally Posted by Tcoat

Well in fairness the coupe concept was from 1974 so it predates the DeLorean by several years.

Damn, I guess that shows that I learned history from movies as a lowly 5x100

[Tcoat]

Originally Posted by DarkPira7e

Damn, I guess that shows that I learned history from movies as a lowly 5x100

I remember watching the Pony as a teenager and the concept was so cool by 1974 standards.
Then the actual cars came here in the early eighties and were absolutely dirt cheap so sold like mad. Then the reasons they were so cheap started to appear. Most were rotted out to the door handles and off the road before they were even 4 years old!
Don't think the US ever got them?

[Dadhawk]

Originally Posted by Tcoat

Don't think the US ever got them?

Not 100% sure, but I know I've never seen one.

[Dadhawk]

Originally Posted by vh_supra26

Introducing N Vision 74

The side profile is a tad "busy" but man do I love the front, rear and top view.

[Tcoat]

Originally Posted by Dadhawk

The side profile is a tad "busy" but man do I love the front, rear and top view.

If it ever goes to production I am sure they will tame it down a bit. Typical concept extremes going on there.

[Dadhawk]

Originally Posted by Tcoat

If it ever goes to production I am sure they will tame it down a bit. Typical concept extremes going on there.

it's a fuel cell prototype, so I think it won't happen, at least not for the US. I'm afraid that airship has sailed.

[alphasaur]

This actually looks phenomenal. Would buy 10/10.

[Tcoat]

Well actually...

[Irace86.2.0]

Knowing Hyundai, they will likely build it, and it will look identical.