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 title 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 occurring late this yr 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. Standard spherical wheel arches function on the manufacturing model, as a substitute 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 needs 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 barely shorter.

The Ioniq 7 will probably be a detailed relative of the boxy 2024 Kia EV9 launched earlier this yr. Although it is but to be confirmed, there may be a associated SUV from Genesis, doubtless with the title 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 available on the market, the EV9 is obtainable as commonplace with a 76.1-kwh battery and rear-wheel drive. Above it is a 99.8-kwh battery which is out there with both rear- or all-wheel drive. The best vary is with the 99.8-kwh battery and rear-wheel drive, and is estimated by Kia to be roughly 300 miles based mostly on the EPA take a look at cycle.

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