- Hyundai opened the doors of its design studio for a documentary called “The Great Heritage – CAR”
- A YouTube trailer includes a blurry vehicle that could be the production-spec Hyundai N Vision 74.
- The same clip shows multiple prototypes, including two mysterious SUVs hidden in the background.
Bringing a camera in a design center is seriously forbidden, but Hyundai made an exception for the sake of a new documentary in Korea. While most of the prototypes and sketches have been intentionally blurred, the YouTube trailer includes a few interesting teasers.
The documentary is called “The Great Heritage – CAR”, and features behind-the-scenes footage from Hyundai’s design studio. The highlight of the trailer is the first glimpse of what might be the production version of the Hyundai N Vision 74 concept.
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A red example of the high-performance hydrogen-electric model is exhibited behind closed doors alongside the original from 2022, likely as part of an exterior design evaluation. While the vehicle has been blurred, it appears to retain the sharp silhouette of the concept, including the pronounced splitter.
The Hyundai N Vision 74 is inspired by Giugiaro’s Hyundai Pony Coupe from 1974. Interestingly, both Giorgetto Giugiaro and Fabrizio Giugiaro are featured in the documentary, alongside ex-Pininfarina designer Ken Okuyama and several members of the Hyundai design team.
So Are We Going To See It In Production?
Following contradicting reports and statements from Hyundai officials, the automaker confirmed last summer that the N Vision 74 concept will evolve into a production offering. The official presentation mentioned it will debut by 2030, serving as a halo model for the Hyundai N sub-brand. However, unconfirmed reports suggest it could arrive as early as in 2026, in a limited production of 200 units.
A small production batch would allow Hyundai to test new technologies, including the unconventional hydrogen-electric hybrid setup. The concept is fitted with dual electric motors generation 670 hp (500 kW / 680 PS), a hydrogen fuel cell, and a 62.4 kWh battery pack. Combine this with the usual magic of Hyundai N engineers in the chassis setup, and you have a pretty desirable offering.
Did Anyone Notice The SUVs At The Back?
Another interesting part of the trailer is the brief appearance of two mysterious SUVs in the background of a blurred shot. These look like clay models, and it is not clear if they are intended for production. After all, design studios are notorious for building prototypes that never see the light of day.
Screenshots: Hyundai Live / YouTube
Judging from its size and proportions, the silver SUV could be the next generation of the Tucson, although that’s mere speculation. Another scenario would be a China-specific model like the Hyundai Mufasa, while we can’t rule out the possibility of it being part of a rejected proposal.
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On the other hand, the unpainted clay model parked behind it has a larger body with a boxier stance. Reading between the lines, this might be the ladder-frame SUV that has been long-rumored to become the Korean rival of the Toyota Land Cruiser, sitting above the Palisade in the Hyundai lineup. Again, no one can be sure if this is part of an ongoing project for a concept or a production offering.
Other scenes show multiple static prototypes and interior mockups scattered around the facilities. Unfortunately, all of them are heavily blurred, hiding any details that could reveal their identity.
The documentary titled “The Great Heritage – CAR” will be exclusively available on Korea’s OTT platform WAVVE, meaning that only locals will be able to access it. Hopefully, we will soon get our hands on more revealing teasers of future Hyundai models. Until then, check out the trailer and let us know if you find something that we missed.