According to ETNews, Genesis will launch a new electric large SUV, to be called GV90 in 2023. The GV90 is going to be an all-electric only SUV that will compete against future Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV or Range Rover electric version.
Taking a look to ETNews information, Hyundai Motor Group could already started the development of the future SUV that is expected to be named as GV90, which aims to mass-produce after 2023. “We are discussing the development and supply of electronic parts to be mounted on the GV90 with major partners”. So, maybe they already have started working on first clay models while we can expect first prototypes to hit the road during next summer.
The GV90 will be positioned as the upper model of the GV80 and will play the role of a flagship SUV. Will be Genesis second dedicated electric vehicle following the GV60, which is based on the HMG’s electric vehicle platform E-GMP (Electric Global Modular Platform).
Like with GV80 concept car, we can expect a concept car that anticipates GV90
The GV90 will maximize R&D efficiency, including development period and cost, by sharing major parts with electric SUVs already under development by Hyundai and Kia. Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Corp. recently unveiled new electric large SUV SEVEN and EV9 concept models, respectively, at the LA Auto Show.
Details of the GV90 have not been released, but specs can be expected through the Seven and EV9 concept models. The actual EV9 concept model has a total length of 4930 mm, an overall width of 2055 mm, a total height of 1790 mm, and an axle distance of 3100 mm.
The range is expected to be the same as its “cheaper” brothers which could be driven up to 300 miles (482 km) on a single charge, while charging at 350 kW, the charging time from 10% to 80% of the battery capacity could be done in 20 minutes. The interior space is in the form of an SUV with three rows of seats.
Rendering by NYMammoth
