2007 Hyundai Veloster Concept
(from Hyundai Press
Release) Hyundai Unveils Trio of New Vehicles at 2007 Seoul Motor
Show
Seoul, Korea, 04/04/2007
In a demonstration of its growing design and engineering
capabilities, Hyundai Motor Co. unveiled three brand-new models at
the 2007 Seoul Motor Show which opened at KINTEX today. Leading the
trio was the Veloster, a sporty coupe which caters to the unique
requirements of the Y-generation. Joining the sporty concept car
were two production models: the TQ van, a thoroughly fresh
interpretation of Hyundai's hugely successful H-1 van and the FD
estate wagon, styled at the company's European Design Center in
Russelsheim which marks Hyundai's long-awaited return to this
popular segment.
Veloster
Styled at Hyundai´s Design and Technical Center at Namyang, the
Veloster (codenamed HND-3) coupe is the third in a series of daring
concept cars to be developed by the central styling studio in Korea.
The Veloster name, a compound of velocity and roadster evokes the
sporty characteristics of a classic two-plus-two. A panoramic glass
roof and other futuristic styling cues help project a high-tech
image. Designed to cater to the tastes of the Y-generation, Veloster
combines simple, iconic design with good value and robust
construction. "With Veloster, we wanted to try something really
different. We´re keenly aware that we need radically new products
for the Y-generation, the first-time twenties something buyer," said
Oh Suk-Geun, Hyundai´s vice president of design. "This is really a
bold new direction," he added.