Genesis Coupe…to debut six models through 2020
HYUNDAI is diving deeper into luxury by carving out a separate premium brand for its Genesis marque.
Hyundai will flesh out the new global Genesis luxury brand with six
new models through 2020, the company said in a statement on Wednesday.
Hyundai said Genesis will be a stand-alone marque that operates
alongside its Hyundai-brand sibling. Genesis cars will initially go on
sale in the North American, Korean, Chinese and Middle Eastern markets.
The brand will expand its reach to Europe and other parts of Asia as the
model range grows to full strength, Hyundai said.
The Genesis brand will get a distinct emblem and a new naming
structure. Genesis models will get a new wing-type emblem, redesigned
from the version used on the current Genesis model, the company said.
The Genesis brand will also adopt alphanumeric naming. Future models
will be named by combining the letter ‘G’ for Genesis with a number, 90,
80 or 70 etc., representing the segment, the company said.
“We have created this new Genesis brand with a complete focus on our
customers who want smart ownership experiences that save time and
effort, with practical innovations that enhance satisfaction,” Vice
Chairman Euisun Chung said.
said the Genesis line will offer vehicles with outstanding driving dynamics and design.
