E-GMP or Electric Global Modular Platform is Hyundai’s dedicated Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) platform.
Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL), has announced that they will be bringing the dedicated BEV platform E-GMP to India. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 will be the first model to feature this platform in India.
Official Statement
Commenting on the announcement, Mr. Unsoo Kim, MD & CEO, Hyundai Motor India Ltd., said, “Hyundai has been driving the smart revolution of automobiles in the country for the last two and a half decades; and has continued to invest in the introduction of mobility solutions that delight customers. Our Electric Mobility campaign in India began in 2019 with the launch of India’s 1st Electric SUV – Hyundai KONA Electric.
As we continue to challenge possibilities and dynamics of mobility, our pursuit of innovation is perfectly reflected in the Electric Global Modular Platform – E-GMP. With the introduction of E-GMP to India, we will be able to provide customers with advanced battery electric vehicles, derived from a platform that is modular, scalable and versatile. Conceptualized and engineered to pivot the future transformation of Electric Mobility, E-GMP will usher in a new league of Electric Vehicles for the smart new age customers in India.”
Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP)
Hyundai’s E-GMP platform is based on four pillars – Modularity, Performance, Reliability, and Usability. The platform is flexible and supports multiple body types be it Sedans, Hatch, or SUVs. The chassis, battery, motor, and power electric system make up the E-GMP platform. The battery pack will be able to power electronic appliances as well with its bi-directional charging plug. The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) charges both the high-voltage as well as the auxiliary battery.
Safety on E-GMP
E-GMP is a reliable platform and boasts high safety standards. The IONIQ 5 has already scored a 5-star safety rating in the G-NCAP. The chassis is designed in a way to have enough crumple zones to ensure passenger safety. The structural integrity is maintained thanks to high-strength steel. The battery too is enclosed in a steel casing for maximum protection.
Hyundai IONIQ 5
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is all set to come to India in the coming months. Winner of the 2022 World Car of the Year, the IONIQ 5 is based on the E-GMP platform. The Ioniq 5 is offered with two battery options – 58 kWh and 72.6 kWh, with a choice of either a single motor setup or a dual motor setup. The single motor setup offers 167HP of power and 350Nm of torque. The top-spec model of the Ioniq 5 is offered with a dual-motor setup and 72.6 kWh. This setup offers a power output of 298BHP and 605Nm of torque. This model is capable of going from 0 to 100 in just 5.2 seconds. The options with the IONIQ 5 are a testament to how modular E-GMP is.
