Hyundai has been noticed testing a prototype for the manufacturing model of its Seven electrical SUV idea proven on the 2021 Los Angeles auto present.

The manufacturing model, which was first introduced throughout 2020’s launch of the Ioniq EV sub-brand, will doubtless go by the identify Ioniq 7, and is confirmed by the automaker to go on sale in 2024.

This implies we’ll doubtless see it arrive as a 2025 mannequin, with the debut probably taking place late this 12 months or early subsequent.

The design of the manufacturing model has been toned down considerably in comparison with the idea, although the identical swept roofline stays, as does the virtually vertical tailgate. Typical spherical wheel arches characteristic on the manufacturing model, as an alternative of the idea’s sq. design, and traditional doorways have changed the idea’s rear-opening coach-style doorways.

Hyundai Seven idea

Hyundai Seven idea

Hyundai Seven idea

Though the car will probably be related in measurement to mid-size SUVs, like Hyundai’s personal Palisade, packaging benefits of the EV platform imply cabin house ought to be nearer to a full-size providing. The Seven idea had a protracted 126-inch wheelbase, although the wheelbase on the manufacturing model seems to be to be barely shorter.

The Ioniq 7 will probably be an in depth relative of the boxy 2024 Kia EV9 launched earlier this 12 months. Although it is but to be confirmed, there might also be a associated SUV from Genesis, doubtless with the identify GV90 or Electrified GV90.

Hyundai hasn’t confirmed any powertrain specs for the manufacturing model of the Seven idea, although the numbers will doubtless match these of the EV9. Relying in the marketplace, the EV9 is obtainable as commonplace with a 76.1-kwh battery and rear-wheel drive. Above this can be a 99.8-kwh battery which is out there with both rear- or all-wheel drive. The very best vary is with the 99.8-kwh battery and rear-wheel drive, and is estimated by Kia to be roughly 300 miles primarily based on the EPA check cycle.

Hyundai is engaged on near a dozen EVs for the rest of the last decade. The following will probably be a sporty Ioniq 5 N debuting subsequent month on the 2023 Goodwood Pageant of Velocity. The automaker additionally plans to launched a next-generation EV platform with standardized batteries and motors.