Genesis Essentia

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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[edit]

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[edit]

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[edit]

References[edit]

  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.
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