Hyundai Portico spy shots
Do you still remember the Hyundai Portico show car? Its been more than three years since we last heard of it and we already thought Hyundai will never bring it to production.
It was back in 2005, when Hyundai debuted its crossover concept vehicle, named Portico. This vehicle was an example of the new market segment that Hyundai has been exploring for some time. It was created to provide a look at the future of family transportation.
When the Portico goes into production, it will neither be a sedan nor a sport utility vehicle. Production model will combine the benefits of boths body styles while offering a car like ride. There will be enough place for six people to place comfortably and we have been heard that seats inside the flexible and roomy interior are placed in two rows only, similar to Honda FR-V; three seats in front row and three in second row.
The Portico is expected to be the US only vehicle, therefore we can expect production to be located at Hyundais Alabama factory. It is expected to be offered with a V6 engine, as well as with a hybrid powertrain. It will go on sale shortly after its world premiere that is expected to happen at North American International Auto Show in January next year. [Source: Leftlane]
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