The Genesis X Gran Berlinetta VGT is a concept car that pushes the boundaries of the Genesis brand's daring design language. It was created specifically for use in Gran Turismo 7 and was unveiled at the 2023 Gran Turismo World Championships in Barcelona. However, it also clearly establishes design cues that will be seen on future production cars, according to Genesis' North American design team.

Genesis X Gran Berlinetta Concept Details

The Genesis X Gran Berlinetta VGT Concept is a physical embodiment of the Genesis brand's Athletic Elegance design philosophy. The design of the concept car is the result of extensive research and development, and it is clear that Genesis is passionate about the Vision Gran Turismo series.

The Genesis X Gran Berlinetta VGT Concept has a clean and powerful design language, with the volumes of the car concentrated on the wheels. The design also incorporates the cab-backward proportions and anti-wedge stance that are characteristic of the Genesis model line-up. The package design optimizes the dash-to-axle ratio by repositioning the driver and powertrain for a mid-engine configuration.

Powertrain Details

The powertrain for the Genesis X Gran Berlinetta VGT Concept is a hybrid system that consists of a mid-mounted Lambda 11 V6 engine and a Yasa E electric motor. The V6 engine produces 870 horsepower (649 kW / 882 PS) and 790 lb-ft (1,071 Nm) of torque, while the electric motor produces an additional 201 horsepower (150 kW / 204 PS) and 196 lb-ft (266 Nm) of torque. The combined output of the system is 1,071 horsepower (799 kW / 1,086 PS) and 986 lb-ft (1,337 Nm) of torque.

The Genesis X Gran Berlinetta VGT Concept is the most powerful Korean car ever built, and it pushes the boundaries of the hypercar class.

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