Introducing The Xtremely Pretty Genesis X Concept

BY JEFFREY GIBBS

Few automakers build a prettier concept car than Genesis. The Korean automaker stunned the New York Auto Show in 2018 with the Essentia Concept then came back the following year with the adorable Mint Concept. Though the auto show season is very much in flux right now, Genesis is sticking to what it does best by revealing yet another gorgeous concept vehicle. Feast your eyes on the Genesis X Concept, which just made its global debut in Los Angeles, California.

Like the Essentia, the Genesis X is a high-performance, fully electric GT (Grand Touring) coupe concept car. It’s not a production model yet, but Genesis says its design will inspire future models.

“The car that’s been unveilled is a concept car that embodies the essential elements that Genesis pursues in its designs. Please take a moment to meet the future of Genesis design through this concept car, which embodies our brand’s progressive and audacious spirit,” said Jay Chang, Global Head of the Genesis Brand.

The stunning design uses the signature Genesis “Two Lines” element that graces existing models like the G80 and GV80. We are particularly mesmerized by the low silhouette and prominent crest grille upfront. Genesis designed the grille with a G-matrix pattern to emphasize its electric underpinnings. The bonnet and guard are integrated into one single panel-based clamshell bonnet creating a cleaner surface.

Looking down the side, the arching Parabolic Line continues down the vehicle’s length, giving it a curvaceous profile. There are plenty of concept-only design elements here, such as the digital side mirrors, slide-to-open charging door, and massive two-layered, turbine-type five-spoke wheels.

The lime green brake callipers could make it to production, though.

At the back, the Genesis X features a short decklid with a unique body shape.

It’s meant to evoke the shape of a horseshoe, according to Genesis, giving a strong but sophisticated impression.

The whole car is finished in a new colour called Lencois Blue, inspired by the lagoons at the Maranhenses National Park in Brazil. These lagoons only form during the rainy season and represent the sustainable luxury Genesis wants to pursue with this car.

The vehicle’s low silhouette, combined with the prominent crest grille in front, gives it a luxurious and sleek look. Additionally, the side panels consist of an arching Parabolic Line that gives the Genesis X an athletic yet sophisticated profile. Rounding out the concept’s appearance are the five-spoke turbinetype wheels and the new Lencois Blue paint colour inspired by the lagoons at Maranhenses National Park in Brazil.

The interior was designed to feel luxurious and comfortable, with a “white space” concept that utilizes upcycled materials. The four-seat bucket seats have metal frames exposed to give it an energetic look and are complemented with four-point seatbelts. Sitting prominently in the centre of the cabin is the Crystal Sphere Electronic Shift Lever, which incorporates the driving mode settings and has a sleek design.

The Genesis X Concept is yet another show of the impressive design capabilities of the automaker. With its sleek, athletic body, luxurious interior, and assumed highperformance powertrain, the Genesis X speaks to the brand’s commitment to progressiveness and an audacious spirit. Thanks to its distinctively designed crest grille in front and low profile, the vehicle has a sophisticated appearance. Additionally, the side panels of the Genesis X have an arched Parabolic Line which contributes to its sleek yet powerful profile. The idea’s aesthetics are complemented by 5-spoke turbine-style wheels and a modern Lencois Blue tint that is influenced by Maranhenses national park’s lagoons located in

Brazil

In order to achieve luxury and comfort in the ambiance we designed for this interior project, we employed a unique “white space” approach powered by reusable elements. Exposed metal frames on the four-seat bucket seats create an energetic aesthetic highlighted with additional safety provided by four-point seatbelts. Conveniently located in the heart of the cabin is The Crystal Sphere Electronic Shift Lever which presents an elegant appearance whilst managing numerous driving modes. The actual specifications of its powertrain are not available at present but it is expected for the Genesis X to deliver significant strength and speed. Given that the brand-new Kia EV6 GT features two electric motors capable of generating as much as 576 horsepower and up to 538 pound-feet torque with an acceleration time from 0 to 100 in merely 3.5 seconds, we expect the upcoming mass-produced version will boast equivalent specifications

With its incredible style and innovation, the new concept car from Genesis called the Genesis X is another demonstration of this auto manufacturer’s technical proficiency. With both an extravagant interior and a streamlined outer appearance complemented by what is assumed to be a topof-the-line powertrain system, the Genesis X speaks volumes about innovation from the luxury automaker.