Hyundai Talus Concept Photo Gallery: 2006 Detroit Auto Show Coverage
The sports SUV
Don't let the ground clearance and 22-inch rims fool you: Hyundai's Talus isn't an SUV, it's a sports car. The latest addition to the Hyundai California Design tream's project list (which explains why it is also called HCD-9), the Talus is built to express Hyundai's commitment to leadership in design. Deeply-browed LED-headlights, aggressive grill, and hood creases are a definite nod to future Hyundai models. Ultra-low-profile street tires and, yes, the ride height show this was designed for serious on-road performance without the normal sports-car concessions. Excellent ground clearance, seating for four, and a clamshell rear hatch make the Talus a practical daily sports car. The rich interior is expertly detailed and is a prime example of how leather and aluminum should be used. Though the concept shown is rear-drive, designers said the vehicle is AWD ready. While Hyundai confirms this concept is powered by its own V-8, it won't give specifics, but a DOHC 4.6L sits in the NEOS-III concept unveiled in Los Angeles.
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