Genesis might offer the Magma GT the same treatment as Porsche, introducing both Roadster and GT3 versions.

      Jerry Perez

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      The Genesis Magma GT concept was an unexpected addition at the conclusion of the GV60 Magma reveal on Thursday. Today, while the model was being showcased at the Circuit Paul Ricard during a media event, Luc Donckerwolke, Hyundai Motor Group’s Chief Creative Officer, mentioned that the supercar-inspired concept could diversify into multiple variations, similar to the Porsche 911 series.

      “There could be a base Magma GT, Magma GT S, GT R, GT Roadster, GT Clubsport—30 units would need to be produced for the GT3 racing homologation,” stated Donckerwolke. “The [Porsche] 911 covers many aspects, I know this because I own more 911s than anyone should own.

      “Some vehicles are engineered by engineers for engineers, which describes the 911—developed by German engineers for their peers—but it gained popularity and became an icon. Consequently, it’s challenging to draw a comparison between a new vehicle [the GT] and the 911 due to its superior status—but I’d suggest that to create an effective [product] lifecycle, yes, it should mirror Porsche’s approach,” he continued.

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      When questioned about how Genesis would distinguish the Magma GT from its rivals, the renowned designer stated that the emphasis would be on overall refinement in addition to performance.

      “I believe that incorporating the Genesis formula regarding the refinement in the vehicle's use will be the unique factor, paired with performance and this athletic elegance, which will likely secure a distinctive position [in the market],” Donckerwolke expressed.

      Manfred Harrer, the head of the brand’s performance development unit, also contributed: “We certainly cannot compete with an icon like the 911 with a new model, but there are indeed some parallels with the variety of potential GT models we could present. However, for now, our focus is on this [model] trajectory that began with the Magma GV60 today.”

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