Could The Hyundai HND-9 Be The Next Gen Genesis Coupe?

Hyundai Motor Company, the fastest-growing automaker by brand, today
unveiled exterior renderings of the 'HND-9', its latest luxury sports coupe concept.

The 'HND-9' represents an evolution of Hyundai's fluidic sculpture design philosophy. The
ninth concept model developed by Hyundai Motor Group's R&D Center in Namyang, Korea,
the HND-9 features sophisticated details in every design element, reinforcing a premium look.

In particular, the HND-9, with its dramatic long hood and wheelbase, is a modern
reinterpretation of the elegant image of a classic premium sports coupe.

Fluidic yet sleek character lines that stretch from headlamp to trunk, voluminous, powerful car
body and a striking, wide hexagonal-shaped radiator grille underscore the high performance
image of the concept.

Furthermore, butterfly doors, spiral-shaped lines connected to the headlamp, softly glistening
silver coating, dual twin muffler and uniquely designed head and rear lamps give the car a
sleek futuristic look.

As a rear-wheel drive, high-performance sports coupe concept, HND-9 is equipped with 3.3-
liter turbo GDi engine and 8-speed auto transmission, delivering maximum output of 370ps.

The HND-9 is set to make its world debut during Hyundai's press conference on March 28
at the 2013 Seoul Motor Show. More details of the concept's design and its cutting-edge
technologies will be revealed at the show.

Nostradamus - 3/21/2013 3:24:21 PM

+2 Boost

No!

Nostradamus - 3/21/2013 3:25:46 PM

+2 Boost

Though it's likely to shape several styling elements with the next Genesis Coupe.

MorePower - 3/21/2013 9:59:23 PM

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There are some great styling cues in this render/concept. I spy a few touches from Aston Martin and Toyota/Lexus in the front with some Z styling elements around the rear quarter.

My biggest question is not whether Hyundai/Kia can bring a close reproduction of this car to market, but whether they can still sell good volume two years after the car hits the market.