We will continue to develop four sectors: hydrogen energy, electrification, imported cars and future travel.

On November 5, 2022, Hyundai Motor Group, together with its Hyundai Motor and Kia, officially appeared in the 5th China International Import Expo with cutting-edge technologies and innovative products in the fields of hydrogen energy, electrification, imported vehicles and future travel.

As the "old friend" of the Expo for five consecutive years, Hyundai Motor Group has not only become the largest auto brand exhibitor for the fourth consecutive year, but also officially settled in the fifth anniversary zone of "Exhibitors to Investors", which was first set up in the Expo, to show the development achievements of Hyundai Motor Group since its participation in the Expo.

Photo source: Hyundai Motor Group

It is worth mentioning that this year marks the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and South Korea, as well as the 20th anniversary of Hyundai Motor Group's entry into China. In this regard, Li Hebang, President of Hyundai Motor Group (China), said that in the past 20 years, thanks to the huge opportunities brought by China's continuous opening up, Hyundai Motor Group has built an all-round system capability in China covering the fields of vehicle manufacturing, parts production and sales, steel, logistics, construction, finance, IT and cultural innovation, and is deeply integrated with Chinese society, Chinese market and Chinese users.

He also pointed out that, standing at a new starting point and facing new opportunities, Hyundai Motor Group will continue to be optimistic about China and invest in China, make every effort to promote the high-quality development of the Group's business in China, and help China achieve the "dual carbon" goal as soon as possible, so as to build a harmonious society with sustainable development.

"Omni directional hydrogen energy solution" was unveiled, and NEXO China version was launched at the end of the year

Hydrogen energy is recognized as the "ultimate energy" in the world and an important path to achieve "carbon neutralization" and "carbon peak". As the first enterprise to mass produce hydrogen fuel cell vehicles in the world, Hyundai Motor Group takes the lead in introducing "comprehensive hydrogen energy solutions" into the Chinese market.

At this Expo, Hyundai Motor Group exhibited hydrogen energy products, hydrogen energy technology and hydrogen energy ecology, such as NEXO China version, the world's first mass production hydrogen fuel cell heavy truck XCIENT Fuel Cell, and HTWO brand hydrogen fuel cell system, which were developed according to Chinese regulations and standards, and created a pure and zero carbon hydrogen energy experience space, demonstrating the vision and commitment of the Group to help China build a hydrogen energy society.

Hydrogen fuel cell vehicle NEXO China version; Photo source: Hyundai Motor Group

It is reported that the NEXO China version of hydrogen fuel cell vehicle will be launched in the Chinese market this year. When the vehicle is filled with hydrogen, its range can reach 550km (CLTC), and it only takes 5 minutes to fully charge hydrogen fuel, which solves the problem of long charging time and mileage anxiety of electric vehicles. In addition, since the hydrogen fuel cell system only emits water during operation, it can not only achieve true zero carbon emissions during driving, but also filter and remove 99.9% of the inhalable particles, effectively remove ultra-fine dust below PM2.5, and achieve the effect of purifying the surrounding air.

XCIENT Fuel Cell; Photo source: Hyundai Motor Group

The hydrogen fuel cell heavy truck XCIENT Fuel Cell has already driven more than 5 million kilometers in the world. The vehicle is equipped with a 180kW fuel cell system composed of two hydrogen fuel cell packs, with a range of 400km. It has been commercially deployed in Switzerland, Germany, the United States and other markets. In the Chinese market, Hyundai commercial vehicles under Hyundai Motor Group have obtained the production qualification of hydrogen fuel cell commercial vehicles in China, and are actively discussing local production plans.

In addition, Hyundai Motor Group's first overseas hydrogen fuel cell system R&D, production and sales base, "HTWO Guangzhou", is also about to be completed and put into operation. Relying on "HTWO Guangzhou", Hyundai Motor Group has signed a letter of intent for cooperation with relevant partners in the hydrogen energy field in China. Through the joint establishment of a hydrogen energy joint venture, it has built the world's first driverless hydrogen energy vehicle demonstration zone, carried out hydrogen intelligent service demonstration operations and other actions to continue to build a hydrogen energy ecology.

Electrification transformation accelerated, IONIQ (Enkrypton) 6 debuted in China for the first time

At the Expo, Hyundai Motor Group also demonstrated its products and forward-looking technologies for the electric age. For example, the first car under the Hyundai IONIQ brand, IONIQ 6, officially welcomed its debut in China. EV6 GT Line, the symbol of Kia's new brand, also appeared on the stage.

IONIQ (Enkrypton) 6; Photo source: Hyundai Motor Group

As a key product for accelerating the transformation of modern vehicles to electrification, IONIQ (Enkrypton) 6 is built on the E-GMP platform dedicated to electric vehicles of Hyundai Motor Group. It integrates the new streamline design concept and the industry's forward-looking electric technology in the era of modern automobile electrification. With an ultra-low wind resistance coefficient of 0.21Cd, a single charge can exceed the maximum range of 610km (WLTP standard) and ultra-low energy consumption of about 14kWh/100km. It is reported that this model received more than 37000 orders on the day of pre-sale in South Korea, breaking the pre-sale record of the whole vehicle in South Korea.

Kia EV6 GT Line; Photo source: Hyundai Motor Group

Kia EV6 GT Line, also developed on the E-GMP platform, is a symbol of Kia's new brand and represents the brand new design concept of "Opposites United". According to the official introduction, EV6 GT Line's dynamic cross-border design, spacious interior space, 800V ultra-high speed charging system, single charging up to 600km long endurance, on-board external power supply function V2L, ultra-high efficiency, etc. have reshaped the new boundary of electric vehicles, and profoundly interpreted the Kia brand's commitment to continuously inspire users with bold design, progressive technology and innovative technology.

Hyundai Motor Group said that it will continue to expand the lineup of electric vehicles and actively introduce products that have withstood the test of the global market and are widely praised into China; Starting from the first exclusive pure electric vehicle EV6, Kia plans to gradually launch a new pure electric vehicle product matrix consisting of six electric products by 2027, accelerating the electric transformation of Hyundai Motor Group in China.

"Quadruped robot", Metauniverse booth, intelligent mobile travel... Multidimensional empowerment of Hyundai Motor Group

As the largest automobile brand in the Expo, Hyundai Motor Group not only has a hydrogen fuel cell heavy truck XCIENT Fuel Cell with a total weight of more than 30 tons, but also has a new concept small mobile platform MobED (Mobile Eccentric Droid) with an area of less than 0.5 square meters.

MobED platform; Photo source: Hyundai Motor Group

It is reported that this is the first time the MobED platform has appeared in China. The platform is known as a "quadruped robot", that is, four eccentric wheels with independent suspension are installed on the low and flat rectangular car body. Through freely adjusting the wheelbase and steering angle, it can achieve smooth movement. Even on sloping or uneven roads, it can walk smoothly, realizing the application of multiple scenes from unmanned driving to manned system.

The new Paristi; Photo source: Hyundai Motor Group

In addition, the all-new Paristi, an imported hard core flagship SUV upgraded by Hyundai, also made its debut in the Expo. As a flagship SUV model specially designed to meet the diversified travel needs of families, the new Paristi has a grand and tough exterior design, a large interior space comparable to the MPV, a new upgraded intelligent driving and luxury comfortable configuration, and has introduced the Calligraphy version to meet the needs of the Chinese market, bringing choices to Chinese consumers.

At this Expo, Hyundai Motor Group, together with Youku and Jinli Naqu, which are affiliated to Alibaba Culture Entertainment, jointly developed and launched Hyundai Motor Group's Meta Universe Space. By using AI, virtual reality and other technologies, the offline booth was "moved" into the Meta Universe Space, creating an immersive viewing experience of the booth. Visitors can enter the cloud booth without leaving their homes and punch in the Hyundai Motor Group exhibition area of the Expo.

In addition, Hyundai Motor Group has also fully demonstrated the innovative vision of future urban smart mobile travel through three mobile travel solutions: urban air travel (UAM), personalized customized vehicle (PBV), and central hub (Hub) integrating transportation and community activities, and accelerated the transformation to "intelligent mobile travel solution provider".

At the new starting point of the 20th anniversary of its entry into China, Hyundai Motor Group said that it would continue to increase its investment in China in the future, make full use of hydrogen energy, electrification, automatic driving and other mobile travel technologies, continue to dig into the Chinese market, make every effort to promote the high-quality development of the Group in China, and help China build a harmonious society with sustainable development.