Hyundai has released today the first image of their new MPV - the Hyundai ix20. The new Hyundai ix20 B-segment MPV will have its world premiere at the 2010 Paris Auto show on September 30th. The Hyundai ix20 wants to get rid of the boxy look usually associated with this segment and comes with a dynamic and sporty design. The Hyundai ix20 was designed at the company's European R&D center in Russelsheim, Germany, and is second model to employ the use of the new 'fluidic sculpture' design language.
Although an MPV, the name of the Hyundai ix20 is meant to suggest its crossover capabilities. The company hopes the customers will be able to use the Hyundai ix20 both as a people carrier and as a fun-to-drive vehicle.
Up until this point no further details of the Hyundai ix20 have been released. The complete Hyundai ix20 specs including its engine options and other technical specifications, including more images of course, will be released closer to the new model's unveiling.
Hyundai Press Release:
At this year’s Mondial de l’Automobile in Paris on September 30th, Hyundai will celebrate the world
premiere of its new B-segment MPV (Multi Purpose Vehicle). To be presented as the Hyundai ix20, a sketch revealed today shows the new model as a striking departure from the boxy ‘minivan’ image typically associated with the segment, adopting a more dynamic, sportier profile in line with Hyundai’s reputation as a modern, progressive automaker.
Designed and developed at Hyundai’s European R&D centre in Rüsselsheim, Germany, the ix20 is the second European car, following the ix35, to adopt Hyundai’s new ‘fluidic sculpture’ design language.
The name ix20 reflects the new model’s crossover-like versatility – a vehicle with the ability to simultaneously serve as a functional people-carrier while providing a dynamic, fun-to-drive experience.
