Mint electric from Genesis

Genesis has revealed the all-electric Mint concept at Hudson Yards, ahead of the 2019 New York International Auto Show, April 19-28.

It’s a luxury car for the city using a new vehicle typology, featuring organic design and an innovative interior user experience.

“Mint belongs in the city, and we are proud to introduce our evolution of the ideal city car in New York,” Genesis Brand global head and executive vice-president Manfred Fitzgerald says.

It’s hailed by Genesis as a two-door, two-passenger city car with a reduced footprint.

The Mint has a high-density, battery-electric powertrain capable of an estimated 322km range and 350kW fast recharging.

The crest grille appears as a closed sculptural element with a slight opening for the reduced cooling requirements of the battery pack.

The g-matrix pattern serves a functional purpose on the lower half of the vehicle, used for efficient cooling and airflow circulation around the battery floor; it is also the basis for the Mint concept’s aerodynamic wheel design.

In lieu of a conventional trunk with a rear hatch, the Mint concept features a generous parcel shelf designed for occasional use.

Access to the rear compartment is provided by scissor-style side openings engineered with a low load-in point to allow for easy stowage and retrieval.

The interior of the Mint concept offers ample space to stash temporary items that are essential for day-to-day life, with focus on portability and accessibility.

A rear-mounted and centred charge port facilitates connections to charging stations.

The centre console, which houses a central control knob, can be folded, turning the floating front bench into a settee.

Ingress and egress are made easier, thanks to the automatic swivelling capability of the instrument panel and the bench seat.

The oblong steering wheel is surrounded by six copper graphic user interface (GUI) information screens that call attention to critical vehicle functions individually.

A seventh screen mounted flush in the steering wheel displays primary vehicle information while allowing the driver to maintain focus on the road ahead.

Visit www.genesis.com. for more information.