Hyundai Motor unveils EV concept car 'Prophecy' for the first time

Inspired by Aerodynamic Design... Interior as a New Concept Lifestyle Activity Space

Hyundai Motor Company's new electric vehicle (EV) concept car 'Prophecy' (Photo by Hyundai Motor Company)

[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Ji-hee] Hyundai Motor Company unveiled its new electric vehicle (EV) concept car, 'Prophecy,' on the 3rd.

Prophecy, revealed for the first time in the world on this day, presents the design direction of Hyundai's future electric vehicles. Following the concept car ‘45,’ which realized a strong image with simple lines and structure, it is explained that Hyundai has elevated its design philosophy of ‘Sensuous Sportiness’ to a new level.

Inspired by aerodynamic design, Prophecy features a silhouette flowing in an unbroken curve from the front to the rear of the vehicle. The surface feels as if the natural texture is alive, with a pure sense of three-dimensionality, harmonizing beauty and functionality.

The sleek yet sturdy side, reminiscent of weathered stone, and the rear emphasized by an integrated spoiler and pixel lamp taillights give a sense of speed similar to the tail of an aircraft.

Interior view of Hyundai Motor Company's new electric vehicle (EV) concept car 'Prophecy' (Photo by Hyundai Motor Company)

The interior design was realized as a new concept lifestyle activity space. Prophecy maximizes the strengths of the EV platform by replacing the familiar steering wheel with joysticks mounted on both sides of the driver's seat, allowing the driver to enjoy a new and intuitive driving experience in the most comfortable posture.

Additionally, through a relaxation mode applying autonomous driving technology, the car interior is transformed into a new resting space. Purified air is supplied inside the car via an air purifier applied to the lower part of the door, completing Hyundai’s new concept of eco-friendly interior design that evokes the flow of nature and water.

Lee Sang-yup, Executive Vice President and Head of Hyundai Design Center, said, “The new EV concept car Prophecy is a design icon that can further expand the horizon of Hyundai’s design through electric vehicle design,” adding, “Through timeless beauty, it expresses the ‘positive and optimistic future where emotional connectivity between humans and cars is given’ that Hyundai pursues through car design.”