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Hyundais Eł Concept Hints at Next-Gen Accent

Little Subcompact Concept Sports Big-Time Features

Hyundais Eł concept, recently unveiled in Geneva, has been designed to showcase the South Korean automakers future generation subcompact. While such cars are often ignored when passed by on the road, the Eł concept offers the possibility of greater distinction in the needs driven segment.

Destined to be the successor to the current Accent? That remains to be seen, but when the replacement date comes in 2006 something similar will most likely

Korean automaker Hyundai has pulled back the cover on their future generation subcompact, dubbed the E?. (Photo: Hyundai Motor America)

make the attractively priced model even more enticing.

For the time being, the concept provides the best window as to what the future car might look like. The 13.6 foot long concept with an 8.7 foot wheelbase takes on a generic 3-door shape, but it has its own distinctive details. The Eł features transparent

The E? could very well be similar to the car that replaces the current Accent (shown here) in 2006. (Photo: Hyundai Motor America)

panoramic roof which allows sunlight to stream in, while its two doors at each side create an optical illusion. They appear to be one unit with one door handle, however in actuality they form a combination of front and rear hinged doors like as in Saturns ION Quad Coupe or Mazdas RX-8. Cameras take the place of side- and rear-view mirrors on the Eł, which help to contribute to its sleek appearance.

LEDs, which have been smoothly integrated into the front and rear end, form the head and taillights for Hyundais new concept.

Driving the front wheels is a 1.8-liter inline-four with variable valve timing that produces 140 horsepower. (Photo: Hyundai Motor America)

As a tribute to outdoor enthusiasts, Hyundai has also added a fold-away, integrated bicycle carrier.

On the inside, the layout is set up in a simple and minimalist fashion to reduce confusion and stress. The driver is face with a straightforward multi-function speedometer unit, while all other vital information, including the cars climate control and stereo system, are controlled through a central LCD display system.

Despite the cars small size, Hyundai has ensured that performance is reasonable. Driving the front wheels is a 1.8-liter inline-four with variable valve timing that produces 140 horsepower.

While the Eł is yet another fine Hyundai concept car, only time will tell if the production Accent will encompass such impressive features.

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