Hyundai Ioniq? Sounds like a sports drink…
http://oraclechronicle.com/482-hyundai-set-to-launch-first-of-its-kind-electric-vehicle-in.html Hyundai set to launch first-of-its-kind electric vehicle in 2016 8 Dec, 2015 [image http://cdn2.autoexpress.co.uk/sites/autoexpressuk/files/styles/article_main_image/public/2015/12/93134hyu_ioniq-image.jpg (drawing) ] It's called the Ioniq - and it even looks a bit like the Prius, as least as much of it as we can see in the teaser image above. As part of Hyundai Motor's ambition to chart the direction of future mobility, while enhancing the lives of its customers, the IONIQ responds to rapidly changing customer lifestyles by breaking the mold for hybrid vehicles. The IONIQ will be available as a pure electric, plug-in hybrid and regular hybrid, which Hyundai says is a first for a single-bodied production vehicle. "Ioniq is the fruit of our efforts to become the leader in the global green market". Ion because an ion is an electrically-charged atom, which Hyundai explains links to "the car's clever combination of electrified powertrains", "Ni" because of its unique offering and the "Q" for its depiction in the vehicle's logo as a visual breakthrough. Ok, it probably is - but alongside the powertrain novelty, Hyundai is aiming to make a name for its new planet-saver by delivering a sporty driving experience as well as class-leading efficiency. The Chevrolet Volt and Toyota Prius rival will be unveiled next month before a formal debut at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show next March. To be more precise, the auto is tentatively known as the Hyundai IONIQ and it will have a multi-powertrain. Following months of speculations and spy photos, Hyundai is just about ready to reveal its first dedicated hybrid model. Less is known about the battery electric version, though its powertrain is likely to be a newer generation of the system first released by Hyundai's sister company in the Kia Soul EV. As well as a brand-new platform, the IONIQ will benefit from a new range of advanced lithium- ion batteries for greater electric-only range and performance. The new auto is scheduled to be on sale in Europe before the end of next year. The single-motor Hyundai hybrid system represents a different approach than the longstanding Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drive, which uses a pair of motors that act as an electric version of a continuously variable transmission (or eCVT). Oracle Chronicle http://oraclechronicle.com/482-hyundai-set-to-launch-first-of-its-kind-electric-vehicle-in.html [© oraclechronicle.com] http://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-news/first-official-pictures/hyundai/electric-trifector-new-hyundai-ioniq-with-ev-phev-and-hybrid-power/ Electric trifector – new Hyundai Ioniq with EV, PHEV and hybrid power [7 Dec, 2015] CJ Hubbard [images http://images.car.bauercdn.com/pagefiles/22347/01_hyundai-ioniq.jpeg Hyundai Ioniq official image and spy photos +5 http://images.car.bauercdn.com/pagefiles/22347/480x0/04_hyundai-ioniq.jpeg?scale=down Inside the Ioniq cabin ] ► Hyundai announces electric car plans ► Ioniq will come as EV, PHEV and hybrid ► European debut set for Geneva 2016 Hyundai has formerly announced its new Ioniq eco car – and we’ve already snapped spy shots of it testing, including a clear view of the interior. The new model is Hyundai’s answer to the Toyota Prius, but it comes with a twist: the Ioniq will be available as an all-electric vehicle, a plug-in electric vehicle and a hybrid. Hyundai claims offering all three power unit types within a single bodystyle is an industry first, and says the Ioniq is a key part of its ambition to become ‘global green car market leader.' Hyundai Ioniq? Sounds like a sports drink… This may not be entirely coincidental. Ok, it probably is – but alongside the powertrain novelty, Hyundai is aiming to make a name for its new planet-saver by delivering a sporty driving experience as well as class-leading efficiency. We’ve already seen significant improvements in this regard from the fourth-gen Toyota Prius, so perhaps there’s a growing appetite for green cars with bite. Rumours of a fully hot version called the Gym and Ioniq have not, however, been verified. Hyundai Ioniq Come on then, what does Ioniq really stand for? Goodness, how did you guess Hyundai had an explanation? It’s a portmanteau of ion – an electrically charged atom, natch – and unique, which is a reference to the new car’s position in the Hyundai range. Any technical details about the Hyundai Ioniq yet? All Hyundai is saying at this stage is that you will be able to buy one as a fully electric vehicle with a lithium-ion battery pack, a plug-in electric vehicle and a hybrid. Both of the latter combine a petrol engine with an electric motor, but the plug-in will come with an extended electric range and correspondingly lower emissions by virtue of a bigger battery pack that can be recharged at the mains. The hybrid will rely on the combustion engine and energy recuperation to keep its much smaller battery topped up, and travel short electric distances only. What does the Hyundai Ioniq look like, and when does it go on sale? As you can see from our spy photos and the shadowy single official picture so far released, the basic shape of the Ioniq is similar in profile to the aerodynamically efficient wedge made famous by the Prius – though Hyundai is talking the big talk about an attractive design. Further details of engine, motor and battery performance are set to be filled in once the Ioniq is shown in the new year. First sight will come in Korea in January, followed by public outings at the 2016 Geneva and New York motor shows. Expect it to be on sale before the end of next year. [© carmagazine.co.uk] For EVLN EV-newswire posts use: http://evdl.org/evln/ {brucedp.150m.com} -- View this message in context: http://electric-vehicle-discussion-list.413529.n4.nabble.com/EVLN-Hyundai-IONIQ-EV-2016-Geneva-Motor-Show-next-March-2016-tp4679163.html Sent from the Electric Vehicle Discussion List mailing list archive at Nabble.com. _______________________________________________ UNSUBSCRIBE: http://www.evdl.org/help/index.html#usub http://lists.evdl.org/listinfo.cgi/ev-evdl.org Read EVAngel's EV News at http://evdl.org/evln/ Please discuss EV drag racing at NEDRA (http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEDRA)
