so bright is reportedly evaluating a small, luxury electric vehicle (EV) aimed at the European market.
car This compact EV report could be the production version of the Mint concept that was revealed at the 2019 New York auto show.
“We are looking at expanding our model lineup, and especially in Europe, a smaller model is being considered,” said Mark Choi, head of product planning at Genesis. car.
“But it is not a simple case to add new models; We need to factor in predicted sales growth for our current cars, weigh that against our production capacity, then look at the rising raw material costs and understand what that means. How does that affect the decision?
Mr. Choi hinted car the second of these could delay the launch of the small EV, which will lie below GV60 in its current lineup.
There is a precedent in the young Korean luxury car brand for a car developed with European criteria, with G70 . shutter brake target that market.
An electric luxury small car will also offer Genesis buyers an alternative to models like Charger Volvo C40.
“The Mint concept is still being worked on,” said SangYup Lee, design director of Genesis.
“We wanted to understand what a small luxury car could be like. When you live in the city, you don’t necessarily want a big car, so a small luxury car is something to consider.”
“There are premium small cars, but a luxury small car can be something new,” added Mr. Lee.
The Genesis Mint concept is a two-seater with a regular front door and a weird reverse dual scissor door. It has coupe-like styling and large 22-inch wheels.
The company doesn’t reveal many technical details about the concept, but says it has a range of 320km and can charge up to 350kW.
EQUAL previous reportGenesis will now only have six models in its 2030 model lineup, two fewer than the eight previously stated.
All six of these models will be electric, with two hydrogen fuel cell vehicles (FCEVs) apparently being phased out.
The company now says it will become an “all-electric vehicle brand” by 2030.
