The Hyundai Ioniq 7, an upcoming seven-passenger SUV, has been the subject of spy photos that have provided valuable insights into its features and design. The spy photos confirm several details about the new SUV.
Based on the enlarged E-GMP platform, which is also utilized by the Kia EV9, the Ioniq 7 will serve as Hyundai’s third-row crossover in its electric SUV lineup. The photos indicate that the Ioniq 7 shares similarities with its Kia counterpart and the renderings seen earlier. The body and roofline bear resemblance to the EV9, although the front and rear fascias are concealed, hinting at potentially different designs.
The spy photos also reveal that the production version of the Ioniq 7 departs from the more extreme styling elements of the initial Seven Concept. While the concept featured pillarless Coach doors, the production model is expected to have traditional doors and side windows. However, the distinctive front and rear lighting design from the concept is expected to be retained.
In terms of specifications, the Ioniq 7 is likely to offer a spacious interior, thanks to its extended 126-inch wheelbase, tall roof, and flat floor. Sharing the E-GMP platform with the Kia EV9 suggests that multiple drivetrain options will be available, including single-motor rear-wheel drive configurations and a dual-motor all-wheel drive version.
Additionally, the Ioniq 7 is expected to feature standard 800V ultrafast charging, a technology commonly found in recent Hyundai and Kia vehicles utilizing the E-GMP platform. The SUV is projected to have a 100-kilowatt-hour battery, providing an estimated range of approximately 300 miles, along with a combined power output of 308 horsepower.
While the spy photos have provided valuable information about the Hyundai Ioniq 7, further details about its interior, including the incorporation of sustainable materials, as well as potential features such as the hygienic airflow system showcased in the Seven Concept, are yet to be revealed. The official unveiling of the Ioniq 7 is anticipated later this year, with a potential market launch in late fall or early 2024.
Three-row passenger SUVs are highly lucrative in the North American market, ranking as one of the most popular segments after pickup trucks. Almost every automaker currently offers or is hurrying to introduce their own three-row SUV. Hyundai has its Palisade as its current offering, but it will soon be accompanied by an all-electric counterpart, the Ioniq 7.
Taking inspiration from the Kia EV9 and sharing the expanded E-GMP platform, the Hyundai Ioniq 7 is poised to become the automaker’s flagship electric SUV with a third-row crossover configuration. Upon examining the spy photos, it becomes evident that the new SUV bears a resemblance to its Kia counterpart and the previously released renderings. While the body and roofline exhibit similarities to the EV9, the front and rear designs appear distinct based on the coverings observed in the photos.
The Hyundai Ioniq 7, initially unveiled as the Seven Concept, retains a strong resemblance to its original concept form in various aspects. However, some of the more extreme styling elements will be omitted. The production version replaces the pillarless Coach doors with conventional doors and side windows, but the distinctive front and rear lighting design from the concept is preserved.
Hyundai has announced that the Ioniq 7 will provide “an entirely new level of spaciousness” through its elongated 126-inch wheelbase, elevated roof, and flat floor. Sharing the platform with the Kia EV9 ensures that the SUV will offer a range of drivetrain options. This includes various single-motor rear-wheel drive configurations as well as a dual-motor all-wheel drive variant.
Following the trend of recent Hyundai and Kia vehicles utilizing the E-GMP platform, the Hyundai Ioniq 7 will feature standard 800V ultrafast charging capability. It is anticipated that the production model will be equipped with a 100-kilowatt-hour battery, providing an estimated range of around 300 miles and a combined power output of 308 horsepower.
While no interior images are currently available, it is probable that certain sustainable materials from the concept will be incorporated into the Hyundai Ioniq 7. The Seven Concept introduced an innovative hygienic airflow system with UVC Sterilization to purify and filter air, although it remains uncertain whether the production version of the Ioniq 7 will include these features.
To bolster its electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing in the United States, Hyundai has committed a substantial investment of $7.4 billion through 2025. This investment aims to facilitate the production of EVs.
Following the successful launch of the Ioniq 5 last year and the recent introduction of the Ioniq 6, Hyundai is rapidly accelerating its EV production efforts. The official unveiling of the Ioniq 7 is anticipated to take place later this year, with a potential market release in late fall or early 2024.
Source : motor1.com