HYUNDAI ANNOUNCES E-GMP DEDICATED EV PLATFORM

EV Channels Review

Hyundai has unveiled its dedicated E-GMP platform, a significant step towards its goal of selling one million EVs by 2025. The platform promises impressive performance figures, including 0-100 km/h in 3.5 seconds and a top speed of 260 km/h for high-performance models, alongside a WLTP range exceeding 500 km and 18-minute fast charging (80% capacity). A key innovation is the multi-charging system supporting both 400V and 800V, plus bi-directional power conversion for powering external devices. The platform is modular, allowing for various vehicle sizes, and features a bias towards rear-wheel drive for enhanced driving dynamics, with all-wheel drive available. The reviewer highlights the platform's engineering advancements, such as oil-cooled motors and ultra-high-strength steel for crashworthiness, and its potential to challenge Tesla's performance dominance. However, a major concern remains the high purchase price of EVs, which Hyundai declined to address, suggesting price parity with internal combustion engines is not on the immediate horizon. The ambitious sales target amidst global supply chain issues also raises questions about feasibility.