Two design awards for Hyundai

Hyundai Motor continues its upward trend at a frenetic pace, at all levels. In the latest... episode of this "ascent", the Korean brand won two of this year's Red Dot Design Awards.

The NEXO fuel cell vehicle and Hyundai's Kona B-SUV were awarded in the "Cars and Motorcycles" category. The Kona was recognized for its outstanding design and innovation in the "SUV/Off-road vehicle" category and the NEXO took the top spot in its subcategory. The popular award evaluates functionality, durability, level of innovation and overall product quality.

NEXO is Hyundai's second-generation fuel cell electric vehicle. It is characterized by a clean and refined design that emphasizes its optimized silhouette and wave-shaped roof. The all-new Hyundai NEXO is shaping the future of driving and is Hyundai's impressive technological flagship. The first exclusive hydrogen-powered SUV to combine the practicality of an SUV with clean, advanced fuel cell technology and offers the most advanced technology on the market with autonomous driving capability, intelligent advanced driver assistance systems and the most powerful engines in the class.

The Kona, respectively, expands Hyundai's successful SUV range. With its sleek, bold and colourful design, it creates a unique proposition in B-SUVs. Its bold exterior lines, pleasantly spacious interior and powerful engine range make this innovative B-SUV suitable for modern, urban customers.

Design is emerging as the number one reason why customers choose the Hyundai brand. Winning this distinguished award for the 5th consecutive year reflects the company's continued commitment to producing cars that demonstrate a unique and evolving design language. The Red Dot Design Award is attended and voted on by high-profile and renowned designers, professors and journalists and the Red Dot Design Award is recognized worldwide as one of the most prestigious awards for high quality design, attracting entries from 59 countries.