The new product has replaced the bright orange hue with the original Chinese deep blue Acme Blue. In tandem with a carbon fiber body kit and 21-inch alloy wheels it looks good.
The concept has a lot in common with the orange version, equipped with an internal combustion engine, which can be seen in the photo. Photo: youtube.com Sang-Yup Lee, head of design at Genesis, said the creation of a unique Chinese hue demonstrates that the Magma concept car program is not limited to a specific shade or shape. Acme Blue is inspired by high-temperature blue flames.
The concept received optimized rims that provide more efficient airflow to the brake system parts. The fact that this is an electric car is hinted at by the “muffled” radiator grille and the absence of exhaust pipes.
Another detail that distinguishes the electric G80 EV Magma from the gasoline one is a narrower spoiler. The interior design also changed from orange to blue. Decorative stakes made of carbon fiber in the interior are painted in a similar shade.
Contrary to the popular trend, the electric car received a classic round steering wheel. Photo: youtube.com Solar panels are installed on the roof of the car, which, according to the manufacturer, will provide several additional kilometers of range between main charges.
Genesis hasn't officially announced the technical specifications of the G80's electric powertrain, but has made it clear that the EV version of the concept car is significantly more powerful than the ICE version.
We remind you that Magma with a turbocharged internal combustion engine produces about 500 hp. With. Practice shows that it is not at all difficult for electric cars to overcome this bar.
The sedan is equipped with an advanced suspension system with special tuning for better handling. Compared to the standard G80, the chassis of the new product has become lower and the track has become wider. Installing more powerful ventilated brakes also had a good effect on handling.
Both variants received a static spoiler, but the version with an internal combustion engine has a slightly larger one. Photo: youtube.com Sang-Yup Lee hinted that the G80 EV Magma could become a production car and complement the Korean brand's line of electric cars. It is possible that it will be sent to other markets as well. The internal combustion engine version is available in limited edition for the Middle East markets.
