The concept car incorporates Genesis’ DNA, while looking ahead to the next wave of EVs and highlighting Genesis’ future as a luxury electric vehicle brand.
The brand also announced plans for US production of its upcoming electrified GV70 SUV at its plant in Montgomery, Alabama. Production is set to start in December.
In a series of electrification-focused announcements, the brand also revealed its GV60 Priority One program for US consumers.
Genesis X Speedium Coupe
The Genesis X Speedium Coupe is a “freestyle” design exercise based on the Genesis X Concept.
Genesis chief creative officer and 2022 World Car Person of the Year Luc Donckerwolke, led the initiative.
The name Speedium was inspired by the Korean racetrack in the city of Inje and the passion for motorsport it inspired in Genesis designers.
The name also encapsulates Genesis’ belief that the emotional value of driving will remain strong in the era of electrification. The addition of the word “coupe” further accentuates the enjoyment of driving through aesthetic designs.
Genesis followed the principle of reductive design, or “less is more,” for the concept car.
The Genesis X Speedium Coupe stands out for its restrained elegance, clean lines, and subtle curves.
“This car is an open-door moment in Genesis’ journey towards our future EV design,” said Donckerwolke.
“This isn’t a show car — it’s a look into our design processes as we explore ideas for the next wave of EVs."
On the front of the vehicle, Genesis’ signature Two Lines lamps have evolved into a full-width element that encompasses the shape of the crest resembling the Genesis Crest Grille.
It was designed to carry the brand signature of the wing face for the electrification era by integrating the daytime running lamps with the low beam and high beam together.
It carries an EV face that symbolises Genesis’ transformation towards becoming an all-electric car brand with a six-model lineup by 2030.
From an overhead perspective, the hourglass silhouette highlights the car’s passion and character. The curvaceous and sensuous form accentuates the wheel arches creating muscular presence.
Viewed from the side, the Parabolic Line extending from the front to the rear of the car maintains a certain tension in the design as a classic car would. The deliberate “anti-wedge” design culminates in a streamlined look that exudes understated elegance.
An elliptical tail balances out the look for a visually engaging tension between convex and concave surfaces in the rear. The V-shaped brake lights interrupt the circular shape tom produce a striking contrast.
“We are giving each design element space to breathe,” said Donckerwolke.
The concept’s metallic emerald green shade is referred to as “Inje Green.” As expected of a car that was inspired by a Korean racetrack, the colour encompasses the mountainous landscape where the track is located.
Genesis Priority One
Genesis has shown significant growth in the U.S. market, setting monthly sales records for the past 16 months. The brand recorded 11,723 sales in Q1 2022, the largest quarterly sales achievement since its foray into the US market in 2016.
Starting today, clients in select US markets may enroll in Priority One, a program designed to curate a personalised purchase experience for GV60, the brand’s first dedicated electric vehicle.
By visiting www.genesis.com and providing their contact information and US$500 refundable deposit, a Genesis concierge will simplify the process and match clients with a qualified retailer.
“We are pleased to bring the highly-anticipated first Genesis EV to market in the US with GV60,” said Claudia Marquez, chief operating officer of Genesis Motor North America.
“With Genesis Priority One, we are renewing our promise to our clients to provide a purchase experience tailored to them.”
Genesis Priority One will be available at launch in California, Connecticut, New Jersey, and New York for a limited time while quantities last.
The combustion-engine version of the GV70.
Electrified Genesis GV70
Genesis announced that the electrified Genesis GV70 will be its first vehicle produced in the US.
Production is expected to begin in December 2022 with the goal of strengthening Genesis’ EV market position in the region and continuing its commitment to electrification.
