Hyundai i20-based SUV begins testing in Europe

The future B-segment SUV was previewed by the Hyundai Intrado concept at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show. The spy shots suggest that it will have a unique design on the front, much like the way its potential rival Nissan Juke does. The front-end is adorned by the new cascading grille, and a two-tier headlamp setup reminiscent of the Citroens. The profile is rather conventional, while the rear-end seems to feature distinctive tail lamps with LED signature.

Hyundai’s second B-SUV will be based on the Hyundai i20‘s platform. The main difference between it and the Creta will be the more unconventional appearance and active and passive safety equipment abound, demanded by the North American, European and Oceanic markets. Unlike the i20 Active, the Intrado will have a new body structure and paneling, and some off-road capability.

When it goes on sale in 2017, the Hyundai Intrado will likely be offered with 1.0-litre T-GDi petrol, 1.4-litre T-GDi petrol and 1.6-litre CRDi diesel engines. Transmission choices may include 6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic and 7-speed dual-clutch automatic. An all-wheel drive system would be available, but the base models would be front-wheel drive.