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The Advertiser
20-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
2026 Genesis GV90: Flagship electric SUV spied
The Genesis GV90, the luxury brand's upcoming flagship crossover, has been spotted doing some hot laps around the Nurburgring. Although the prototype is clad head to toe in camouflage, we can clearly see the overall design is based heavily on the Neolun concept (pictured at the bottom), which was revealed at the 2024 New York motor show. Practically the only gaps in the camouflage are for small slits at both ends of the car. Out of these peek the brand's signature twin-line lighting elements. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. At the front, the bottom line of lights seem to dip as it approaches the middle of the car, creating a V-shaped faux grille display. Along the side the upper line traces the lower edge of the clamshell bonnet all the way to rear of the front fender. While the concept had reverse-hinged rear doors and a B-pillar-free design for easy ingress and egress, the production car sticks with a traditional door layout. The rear doors are significantly larger than those at the front, which when combined the long rear overhang hints at the car's size. Although the concept had seating for just four people, the production car will likely be offered with three rows of seats. Given the rise in popularity of luxury four-seat people movers, such as the Lexus LM and Buick GL8 Century, we certainly can't rule out the possibility of a four-seat version — it would certainly give the car more differentiation from its platform-mates, as well as external competitors, such as the BMW X7 and Mercedes-Benz GLS. The GV90 is thought to ride on Hyundai's all-electric E-GMP architecture, making it a relative of the Hyundai Ioniq 9 and Kia EV9. Both the Ioniq 9 and EV9 measure a smidge over five metres in length, and ride on a wheelbase around 3.1m long. The top-spec Ioniq 9 has dual-motor all-wheel drive layout making a total of 320kW and 700Nm, and is capable of ripping through the 0-100km/h standard in 5.2 seconds. Battery capacity currently maxes out at 110kWh, while charging speeds up to 350kW are supported. Obviously there's no word yet on pricing for the GV90, but it would be above both the Kia and Hyundai. The EV9 currently tops out at around $110,000, and the Ioniq 9 is expected go beyond that as it has a larger battery pack. The production version of the GV90 was initially set to be launched at the end of 2025, but the latest rumours indicate the car has been delayed slightly. MORE: Everything Genesis Content originally sourced from: The Genesis GV90, the luxury brand's upcoming flagship crossover, has been spotted doing some hot laps around the Nurburgring. Although the prototype is clad head to toe in camouflage, we can clearly see the overall design is based heavily on the Neolun concept (pictured at the bottom), which was revealed at the 2024 New York motor show. Practically the only gaps in the camouflage are for small slits at both ends of the car. Out of these peek the brand's signature twin-line lighting elements. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. At the front, the bottom line of lights seem to dip as it approaches the middle of the car, creating a V-shaped faux grille display. Along the side the upper line traces the lower edge of the clamshell bonnet all the way to rear of the front fender. While the concept had reverse-hinged rear doors and a B-pillar-free design for easy ingress and egress, the production car sticks with a traditional door layout. The rear doors are significantly larger than those at the front, which when combined the long rear overhang hints at the car's size. Although the concept had seating for just four people, the production car will likely be offered with three rows of seats. Given the rise in popularity of luxury four-seat people movers, such as the Lexus LM and Buick GL8 Century, we certainly can't rule out the possibility of a four-seat version — it would certainly give the car more differentiation from its platform-mates, as well as external competitors, such as the BMW X7 and Mercedes-Benz GLS. The GV90 is thought to ride on Hyundai's all-electric E-GMP architecture, making it a relative of the Hyundai Ioniq 9 and Kia EV9. Both the Ioniq 9 and EV9 measure a smidge over five metres in length, and ride on a wheelbase around 3.1m long. The top-spec Ioniq 9 has dual-motor all-wheel drive layout making a total of 320kW and 700Nm, and is capable of ripping through the 0-100km/h standard in 5.2 seconds. Battery capacity currently maxes out at 110kWh, while charging speeds up to 350kW are supported. Obviously there's no word yet on pricing for the GV90, but it would be above both the Kia and Hyundai. The EV9 currently tops out at around $110,000, and the Ioniq 9 is expected go beyond that as it has a larger battery pack. The production version of the GV90 was initially set to be launched at the end of 2025, but the latest rumours indicate the car has been delayed slightly. MORE: Everything Genesis Content originally sourced from: The Genesis GV90, the luxury brand's upcoming flagship crossover, has been spotted doing some hot laps around the Nurburgring. Although the prototype is clad head to toe in camouflage, we can clearly see the overall design is based heavily on the Neolun concept (pictured at the bottom), which was revealed at the 2024 New York motor show. Practically the only gaps in the camouflage are for small slits at both ends of the car. Out of these peek the brand's signature twin-line lighting elements. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. At the front, the bottom line of lights seem to dip as it approaches the middle of the car, creating a V-shaped faux grille display. Along the side the upper line traces the lower edge of the clamshell bonnet all the way to rear of the front fender. While the concept had reverse-hinged rear doors and a B-pillar-free design for easy ingress and egress, the production car sticks with a traditional door layout. The rear doors are significantly larger than those at the front, which when combined the long rear overhang hints at the car's size. Although the concept had seating for just four people, the production car will likely be offered with three rows of seats. Given the rise in popularity of luxury four-seat people movers, such as the Lexus LM and Buick GL8 Century, we certainly can't rule out the possibility of a four-seat version — it would certainly give the car more differentiation from its platform-mates, as well as external competitors, such as the BMW X7 and Mercedes-Benz GLS. The GV90 is thought to ride on Hyundai's all-electric E-GMP architecture, making it a relative of the Hyundai Ioniq 9 and Kia EV9. Both the Ioniq 9 and EV9 measure a smidge over five metres in length, and ride on a wheelbase around 3.1m long. The top-spec Ioniq 9 has dual-motor all-wheel drive layout making a total of 320kW and 700Nm, and is capable of ripping through the 0-100km/h standard in 5.2 seconds. Battery capacity currently maxes out at 110kWh, while charging speeds up to 350kW are supported. Obviously there's no word yet on pricing for the GV90, but it would be above both the Kia and Hyundai. The EV9 currently tops out at around $110,000, and the Ioniq 9 is expected go beyond that as it has a larger battery pack. The production version of the GV90 was initially set to be launched at the end of 2025, but the latest rumours indicate the car has been delayed slightly. MORE: Everything Genesis Content originally sourced from: The Genesis GV90, the luxury brand's upcoming flagship crossover, has been spotted doing some hot laps around the Nurburgring. Although the prototype is clad head to toe in camouflage, we can clearly see the overall design is based heavily on the Neolun concept (pictured at the bottom), which was revealed at the 2024 New York motor show. Practically the only gaps in the camouflage are for small slits at both ends of the car. Out of these peek the brand's signature twin-line lighting elements. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. At the front, the bottom line of lights seem to dip as it approaches the middle of the car, creating a V-shaped faux grille display. Along the side the upper line traces the lower edge of the clamshell bonnet all the way to rear of the front fender. While the concept had reverse-hinged rear doors and a B-pillar-free design for easy ingress and egress, the production car sticks with a traditional door layout. The rear doors are significantly larger than those at the front, which when combined the long rear overhang hints at the car's size. Although the concept had seating for just four people, the production car will likely be offered with three rows of seats. Given the rise in popularity of luxury four-seat people movers, such as the Lexus LM and Buick GL8 Century, we certainly can't rule out the possibility of a four-seat version — it would certainly give the car more differentiation from its platform-mates, as well as external competitors, such as the BMW X7 and Mercedes-Benz GLS. The GV90 is thought to ride on Hyundai's all-electric E-GMP architecture, making it a relative of the Hyundai Ioniq 9 and Kia EV9. Both the Ioniq 9 and EV9 measure a smidge over five metres in length, and ride on a wheelbase around 3.1m long. The top-spec Ioniq 9 has dual-motor all-wheel drive layout making a total of 320kW and 700Nm, and is capable of ripping through the 0-100km/h standard in 5.2 seconds. Battery capacity currently maxes out at 110kWh, while charging speeds up to 350kW are supported. Obviously there's no word yet on pricing for the GV90, but it would be above both the Kia and Hyundai. The EV9 currently tops out at around $110,000, and the Ioniq 9 is expected go beyond that as it has a larger battery pack. The production version of the GV90 was initially set to be launched at the end of 2025, but the latest rumours indicate the car has been delayed slightly. MORE: Everything Genesis Content originally sourced from:
Car and Driver
19-05-2025
- Automotive
- Car and Driver
2026 Genesis GV90 Electric Flagship SUV Looks Massive in Spy Photos
Genesis is preparing a flagship electric SUV, and the 2026 GV90 SUV has been spotted testing on the Nürburgring race track in Germany. The GV90 was previewed by the Neolun concept last year and retains the same colossal footprint, twin-line LED headlights, and chunky front end. The GV90 appears to ride on air suspension with rear-wheel steering and, at least on this example, features a two-seat second row instead of a rear bench. Genesis solidified rumors that it is planning a large flagship SUV when it unveiled the decadent Neolun concept ahead of last year's New York auto show. Expected to be called the GV90 when it reaches production, we now have proof that the gigantic electric SUV is nearing its debut. Our spy photographer snapped the GV90 testing on the Nürburgring, revealing key design elements from the minivan-like silhouette to flashy chrome wheels. KGP Photography | Car and Driver Sometimes it can be hard to get a sense of a vehicle's true size from spy photos, especially when no other cars are nearby for reference. But the GV90 looks truly massive in these new photos, and the way it sits on its chrome 22-inch wheels makes it appear heavy and solid. Like the Neolun concept, the production model has an upright front end and a long, mostly flat roofline. While the Neolun concept removed the B-pillars and featured flashy coach-style doors for easy entry to the purple-leather-equipped cabin, the production GV90 takes a more practical approach with B-pillars and traditional doors. The GV90 will, of course, wear the Genesis brand's twin-line LED lighting motif up front, although the look isn't as simplified as the concept's front lights, and it's unclear if the lights will stretch across the front end to form a triangular grille shape like on the Neolun. The lower bumper appears to remain faithful to the concept with an upside-down U-shaped ridge and venting with an intricate latticework. Full-width taillights also appear to carry over from the concept, sporting the same twin-line LED look. KGP Photography | Car and Driver The GV90 is expected to be sold exclusively with an electric powertrain, and rumors suggest that it will ride on a new platform called "eM" that features an 800-volt electrical architecture. In 2022, parent company Hyundai said the eM platform would bring a 50 percent improvement in driving range versus its current EVs and also said the platform would support Level 3 and higher autonomous driving technology. While earlier spy photos of the GV90 testing in a wintry region showed it wearing 285/45R-22 Michelin X-Ice Snow SUV tires, the GV90 is fitted here with Pirelli P Zero E tires of the same size. Close-up photos also reveal that the GV90 is riding on air suspension and features rear-wheel steering, neither of which is a surprise for a vehicle in this class. KGP Photography | Car and Driver Our spy photographer also peeked inside, revealing a two-seat layout in the second row with the rear passengers separated by a center console with cupholders, a wireless phone charger, and a sizable screen. We wouldn't be surprised if this represents a sort of "executive" package, and we think a full rear bench could be available in the United States. Buttons on the pillar behind the second-row seats imply the presence of a third row. Unfortunately, it seems like the snazzy quilted purple leather of the Neolun concept hasn't made it to production. The GV90 will likely compete with the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV and Cadillac Escalade iQ as well as pricier versions of the Lucid Gravity. We expect the GV90 to start at around $100,000, with production likely to take place in South Korea. A full reveal should come later this year. Caleb Miller Associate News Editor Caleb Miller began blogging about cars at 13 years old, and he realized his dream of writing for a car magazine after graduating from Carnegie Mellon University and joining the Car and Driver team. He loves quirky and obscure autos, aiming to one day own something bizarre like a Nissan S-Cargo, and is an avid motorsports fan.
Perth Now
24-04-2025
- Automotive
- Perth Now
Genesis could tackle Defender with luxury off-roader
After launching only with sedans, Korean luxury brand Genesis has been busily rolling out SUVs – and its latest concept car could be among its upcoming new models. 'The X Gran Equator is a new potential addition to a lineup which is already quite big,' Genesis chief creative officer Luc Donckerwolke told Australian media at this month's New York motor show. 'In a couple of years we have reached a family of SUVs… We have shown last year there's another one coming, a flagship SUV, very soon,' he added, referring to the upcoming GV90 previewed by last year's Neolun concept. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Supplied Credit: CarExpert 'Now the question is: how do we position the Gran Equator within this lineup? How do we ensure there's not going to be an overlap or cannibalisation between those vehicles? 'I do believe there's room for that.' Once the GV90 is launched, Genesis will have four SUVs: the small, electric-only GV60; the mid-size GV70, available with combustion or electric power; and the large, combustion-powered GV80, which is expected to be among the first Genesis models to get the brand's upcoming 2.5-litre hybrid powertrain. These SUVs complement the mid-size G70 sedan and wagon, the large G80 sedan, and the flagship G90 limousine offered overseas – the latter of which could spawn coupe and/or convertible variants. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Genesis hasn't released powertrain details for the X Gran Equator concept, nor has it released dimensions. However, it's clearly on the larger side, particularly with that lengthy bonnet. While its chunky Ridge Grappler LT315/45R24 tyres wrapped around huge 24-inch wheels point to a level of off-road ability, the X Gran Equator's long bonnet and two-row seating configuration – if not its squared-off lines – call to mind sleek, more coupe-like SUVs like the defunct Infiniti QX70. Mr Donckerwolke said the X Gran Equator concept isn't a flight of fantasy, and is technically feasible. Supplied Credit: CarExpert 'Basically, the Gran Equator was designed by my team in a very short time. Like all the other projects, I make sure that because of my engineering team being involved in the project that all those projects are feasible, that we don't have to face any big hurdles if we have to realise that would basically make the project unsuitable,' he said. 'From the technical point of view, the platform works, the technical side works, now it's obviously the demand.' Mr Donckerwolke told media in New York that between the show and the concept's unveiling at the Genesis House retail location the night before, it had already received a positive reception internally. 'Everybody has called and asked, 'When can I have it?'. All the regions have been. I think this is a big progress,' he said. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert 'It's plugging into the SUV emotion, it's going back to the off-road capability that actually makes those SUVs genuine and authentic.' While it has key Genesis design cues like its Twin Lamp split-level lighting, it doesn't simply look like a smaller or larger version of any existing SUV from Hyundai's premium brand. 'It has its own character… We don't want to do the Russian dolls. All the cars have their own characters, their own specific tailored design,' said Mr Donckerwolke. Unique details on the concept's exterior include a split-opening tailgate, and four individual sunroofs. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert Inside, Genesis designers went for a mixture of analogue and digital design elements. There's no touchscreen – an omission that would surely be rectified with a production version – but there are four discrete digital dials said to be inspired by the dials of vintage cameras. There's a crystal-look rotary controller similar to that in the GV60, while some of the switchgear on and around the steering wheel is reminiscent of that in current Genesis models. Supplied Credit: CarExpert The swivelling front seats are unique to the X Gran Equator, however, as are the chunky grab handles on either side of the centre stack and rear centre console. The cabin has a two-tone colourway, while the upholstery has a diamond pattern – another example of Genesis' G-Matrix patterning. Genesis says its concept 'marries on-road sophistication with off-road resilience', though it hasn't shared any technical specifications of the vehicle, such as dimensions or powertrain type. The luxury brand's concepts usually lead to production vehicles, with the exception of its various two-door coupe and convertible concepts – none of which, thus far, have entered production. MORE: Genesis X Gran Equator is a rugged off-roader, but will you be able to buy it?
West Australian
24-04-2025
- Automotive
- West Australian
Genesis could tackle Defender with luxury off-roader
After launching only with sedans, Korean luxury brand Genesis has been busily rolling out SUVs – and its latest concept car could be among its upcoming new models. 'The X Gran Equator is a new potential addition to a lineup which is already quite big,' Genesis chief creative officer Luc Donckerwolke told Australian media at this month's New York motor show. 'In a couple of years we have reached a family of SUVs… We have shown last year there's another one coming, a flagship SUV, very soon,' he added, referring to the upcoming GV90 previewed by last year's Neolun concept . Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now . 'Now the question is: how do we position the Gran Equator within this lineup? How do we ensure there's not going to be an overlap or cannibalisation between those vehicles? 'I do believe there's room for that.' Once the GV90 is launched, Genesis will have four SUVs: the small, electric-only GV60 ; the mid-size GV70 , available with combustion or electric power; and the large, combustion-powered GV80 , which is expected to be among the first Genesis models to get the brand's upcoming 2.5-litre hybrid powertrain. These SUVs complement the mid-size G70 sedan and wagon, the large G80 sedan, and the flagship G90 limousine offered overseas – the latter of which could spawn coupe and/or convertible variants . Genesis hasn't released powertrain details for the X Gran Equator concept, nor has it released dimensions. However, it's clearly on the larger side, particularly with that lengthy bonnet. While its chunky Ridge Grappler LT315/45R24 tyres wrapped around huge 24-inch wheels point to a level of off-road ability, the X Gran Equator's long bonnet and two-row seating configuration – if not its squared-off lines – call to mind sleek, more coupe-like SUVs like the defunct Infiniti QX70. Mr Donckerwolke said the X Gran Equator concept isn't a flight of fantasy, and is technically feasible. 'Basically, the Gran Equator was designed by my team in a very short time. Like all the other projects, I make sure that because of my engineering team being involved in the project that all those projects are feasible, that we don't have to face any big hurdles if we have to realise that would basically make the project unsuitable,' he said. 'From the technical point of view, the platform works, the technical side works, now it's obviously the demand.' Mr Donckerwolke told media in New York that between the show and the concept's unveiling at the Genesis House retail location the night before, it had already received a positive reception internally. 'Everybody has called and asked, 'When can I have it?'. All the regions have been. I think this is a big progress,' he said. 'It's plugging into the SUV emotion, it's going back to the off-road capability that actually makes those SUVs genuine and authentic.' While it has key Genesis design cues like its Twin Lamp split-level lighting, it doesn't simply look like a smaller or larger version of any existing SUV from Hyundai's premium brand. 'It has its own character… We don't want to do the Russian dolls. All the cars have their own characters, their own specific tailored design,' said Mr Donckerwolke. Unique details on the concept's exterior include a split-opening tailgate, and four individual sunroofs. Inside, Genesis designers went for a mixture of analogue and digital design elements. There's no touchscreen – an omission that would surely be rectified with a production version – but there are four discrete digital dials said to be inspired by the dials of vintage cameras. There's a crystal-look rotary controller similar to that in the GV60, while some of the switchgear on and around the steering wheel is reminiscent of that in current Genesis models. The swivelling front seats are unique to the X Gran Equator, however, as are the chunky grab handles on either side of the centre stack and rear centre console. The cabin has a two-tone colourway, while the upholstery has a diamond pattern – another example of Genesis' G-Matrix patterning. Genesis says its concept 'marries on-road sophistication with off-road resilience', though it hasn't shared any technical specifications of the vehicle, such as dimensions or powertrain type. The luxury brand's concepts usually lead to production vehicles, with the exception of its various two-door coupe and convertible concepts – none of which, thus far, have entered production. MORE: Genesis X Gran Equator is a rugged off-roader, but will you be able to buy it?
7NEWS
24-04-2025
- Automotive
- 7NEWS
Genesis could tackle Defender with luxury off-roader
After launching only with sedans, Korean luxury brand Genesis has been busily rolling out SUVs – and its latest concept car could be among its upcoming new models. 'The X Gran Equator is a new potential addition to a lineup which is already quite big,' Genesis chief creative officer Luc Donckerwolke told Australian media at this month's New York motor show. 'In a couple of years we have reached a family of SUVs… We have shown last year there's another one coming, a flagship SUV, very soon,' he added, referring to the upcoming GV90 previewed by last year's Neolun concept. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. 'Now the question is: how do we position the Gran Equator within this lineup? How do we ensure there's not going to be an overlap or cannibalisation between those vehicles? 'I do believe there's room for that.' Once the GV90 is launched, Genesis will have four SUVs: the small, electric-only GV60; the mid-size GV70, available with combustion or electric power; and the large, combustion-powered GV80, which is expected to be among the first Genesis models to get the brand's upcoming 2.5-litre hybrid powertrain. These SUVs complement the mid-size G70 sedan and wagon, the large G80 sedan, and the flagship G90 limousine offered overseas – the latter of which could spawn coupe and/or convertible variants. Genesis hasn't released powertrain details for the X Gran Equator concept, nor has it released dimensions. However, it's clearly on the larger side, particularly with that lengthy bonnet. While its chunky Ridge Grappler LT315/45R24 tyres wrapped around huge 24-inch wheels point to a level of off-road ability, the X Gran Equator's long bonnet and two-row seating configuration – if not its squared-off lines – call to mind sleek, more coupe-like SUVs like the defunct Infiniti QX70. Mr Donckerwolke said the X Gran Equator concept isn't a flight of fantasy, and is technically feasible. 'Basically, the Gran Equator was designed by my team in a very short time. Like all the other projects, I make sure that because of my engineering team being involved in the project that all those projects are feasible, that we don't have to face any big hurdles if we have to realise that would basically make the project unsuitable,' he said. 'From the technical point of view, the platform works, the technical side works, now it's obviously the demand.' Mr Donckerwolke told media in New York that between the show and the concept's unveiling at the Genesis House retail location the night before, it had already received a positive reception internally. 'Everybody has called and asked, 'When can I have it?'. All the regions have been. I think this is a big progress,' he said. 'It's plugging into the SUV emotion, it's going back to the off-road capability that actually makes those SUVs genuine and authentic.' While it has key Genesis design cues like its Twin Lamp split-level lighting, it doesn't simply look like a smaller or larger version of any existing SUV from Hyundai's premium brand. 'It has its own character… We don't want to do the Russian dolls. All the cars have their own characters, their own specific tailored design,' said Mr Donckerwolke. Unique details on the concept's exterior include a split-opening tailgate, and four individual sunroofs. Inside, Genesis designers went for a mixture of analogue and digital design elements. There's no touchscreen – an omission that would surely be rectified with a production version – but there are four discrete digital dials said to be inspired by the dials of vintage cameras. There's a crystal-look rotary controller similar to that in the GV60, while some of the switchgear on and around the steering wheel is reminiscent of that in current Genesis models. The swivelling front seats are unique to the X Gran Equator, however, as are the chunky grab handles on either side of the centre stack and rear centre console. The cabin has a two-tone colourway, while the upholstery has a diamond pattern – another example of Genesis' G-Matrix patterning. Genesis says its concept 'marries on-road sophistication with off-road resilience', though it hasn't shared any technical specifications of the vehicle, such as dimensions or powertrain type. The luxury brand's concepts usually lead to production vehicles, with the exception of its various two-door coupe and convertible concepts – none of which, thus far, have entered production.
