The EV concept is definitely a standout.
Hyundai unveiled its stylishly designed Prophecy Concept in March at what would have been the 2020 Geneva Motor Show. We were unable to attend the annual Geneva Motor Show due to technical difficulties. Hyundai sent out only a few static photos to mark the occasion, but the automaker has now provided more information and updated shots that show the concept in action.
Although the Prophecy has striking similarities to other Porsche models Hyundai claims that the Prophecy’s curvaceous form is inspired by coupe designs from 1920s and 1930s. It’s called Sensuous Sportsiness by the automaker, but it’s not expected to evolve into the brand’s future design language. It’s a “new concept in the design of our cars,” according to Luc Donckerwolke, Hyundai Chief Design Officer.
The exterior design of the Prophecy is stunning, but the interior is equally impressive. Although the car will be able to use a lot of autonomous driving systems, manual control is still possible. The Prophecy has two joysticks instead of the traditional steering wheel. 90 percent of its systems are controlled via buttons on the sticks, so that the driver is rarely required to release the controls. This is also a clever name from Hyundai:
Interface between the Intuitive and Human Although jet fighter pilots have used such technology for decades, HOTAS stands for Hands On Throttle And Stick.
Technology is a feature of the Prophecy. It features a large display that spans the entire dash. This can be clearly viewed due to the absence of a steering wheel. The screen can be reconfigured to provide entertainment and relaxation when autonomous driving is activated. Smart seats can automatically position the vehicle based on the person’s height and weight. You can’t roll down the window, however. The Prophecy instead pumps outside air into the car and filters it to keep it fresh. It can also purify the air around the car when it is not being used.
Hyundai has nothing to say about the powertrain other than that it is electric. This car uses the E-GMP platform from Hyundai, which is the company’s first EV-based chassis.