2010 Hyundai i flow Concept
[ Monday, August 30th, 2010 | by automotiveroom | under CAR, Hyundai ]The i-flow is the latest concept to wear Hyundai’s “fluidic sculpture” design language, and the large D-segment sedan wears it well. Hailing from Hyundai’s European Design Headquarters in Russelsheim, Germany, the i-flow incorporates lightweight materials and solar cells from supplier BASF meant to reduce weight and increase energy efficiency.
The new lines give an elegant avant-garde look, helping in the same time in reducing the CO2 emissions to 85g/km and improving its aerodynamics. In collaboration with chemical company BASF, Hyundai produced its first eco-friendly diesel hybrid powertrain, using high-technologies and next-generation materials. The new i-Flow combines perfectly the concept of a little-big car, as it shows a sporty looks but also provides quite enough space due to the use of a minimalistic design for the seats and center console.
Sports sedan with width and height (1.850mm and 1.420mm respectively) give it an athletic stance. Judging from its name, the name i-flow reflects the exceptionally aerodynamic shape and the flowing lines of the concept car’s eye-catching styling. These unique proportions are complemented by the long tail and the short front overhang, features which were inspired by aerodynamic motives. In addition, the impression of sporty futuristic look at futuristic front and rear light elements are cradled like sparkling jewels within the car’s flowing planes, and the signature Hyundai hexagonal grille completes the frontal aspect.
The high-tech engine presents the new 1.7-litre engine fitted with 2-stage turbocharging connected to a Lithium Ion-Polymer battery for a more efficient consumption, especially when driven i-flow’s six-speed, dual-clutch transmission.










