HYUNDAI unveils the latest in mini-MPV style, at the forthcoming Geneva Motor Show, with the all-new HED-1 concept car. A logical extension of the themes first explored in the E3 (E-cubed) concept car in 2004, the HED-1 displays many thought provoking aspects, which will potentially influence future downsized, city orientated MPV design.
Gregory Guillaume, chief designer at Hyundai's European design studio near Frankfurt, said: "As our customers demand more flexibility, and ever increasing levels of quality and sophistication, total concept cars such as the HED-1 allow us to prepare for these demands, but also to gauge the reaction of potential future customers."
Hyundai sold 25,871 vehicles in Europe in January, an increase of 4% over the same month last year. Europe-wide the strongest performers were Getz (7,062 units) and Tucson (4,513 units). Hyundai expects to sell 430,000 units in Europe in 2005, an increase of 20% over 2004.
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