Hyundai unveils mid-size SUV Electrocio..The design is good, but it's being released in Korea
May 13, 2025
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Based on the E-GMP architecture, the Elecio guarantees a driving range of 435 miles (700 km) based in China. Ditching the familiar Ioniq brand and coming under a new name, the SUV debuted at a special event in Shanghai.Hyundai plans to disclose its technical specifications later.
Vehicle specifications have not been released yet, but the body is more compact than the Hyundai Ioniq 9, which is sold in other markets, including North America, and appears to be a mid-size SUV. Elecio has adopted a new design language that sets it apart from the Ioniq lineup.
The front features a sporty bumper intake without a grille and a horizontally stretched LED bar under a horizontally placed headlamp.A darkly finished D-pillar that visually connects with rear spoilers catches the eye.The rear part stands out with a heightened horizontal long LED taillight, lettering, and graphic elements of the bumper.
Hyundai has not released internal photos, but it has heralded a physical button-free "intelligent interface" with a new digital instrument panel.The infotainment system provides the latest features based on the Qualcomm SA8295 chip. The interior design focuses on simplicity, with plenty of storage space.
In terms of safety, various advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) are installed that provide level 2 or higher autonomous driving capabilities. The power train is predictable because it is based on the E-GMP architecture applied to various electric vehicle models of Hyundai-Kia and Genesis.
Hyundai has not released detailed information about the number or output of electric motors, but it is certain that the platform is ready for single and dual motor configurations.
Battery capacity is not disclosed, but it provides a driving distance of more than 700 km (435 miles) under normal conditions.This is the expected figure based on Chinese CTLC. The battery can be charged from 30% to 80% in just 27 minutes with fast charging.
The new electricio is produced by Beijing Hyundai in China. It will officially launch in the Chinese market in the next few months.Whether it will be released outside of China has not yet been confirmed. Earlier this year, Hyundai announced an additional $1.1 billion investment in the Beijing Hyundai joint venture.It is aimed at developing electric vehicles tailored to the needs of Chinese customers and expanding exports to Southeast Asia and other countries.
With Hyundai-Kia sales in China continuing to decline due to fierce local competition, Hyundai expects to regain its position through Chinese-style electric vehicles such as the Elecio.
Electrocio is a model exclusively for China, and there are no plans to launch it in Korea yet. Electrocio is believed to be a sibling to Kia EV5.Kia EV5 is expected to be released in Korea at the end of the year with Korean specifications.
Editor Song Moon-cheol mc.song@carguy.kr
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
