Hyundai Is Planning A Second High-Performance Car

Even before the i30N makes full production Hyundai is planning a second N-branded hot model, and if the early opinions from test drives of the i30N test mules are any measure, this could be very good news
Hyundai Is Planning A Second High-Performance Car

Hyundai is planning a second N-badged performance model, with the new car set to be revealed next year.

It’s not yet known which model it will be based on, but a logical step after the upcoming i30N would be a hot version of the i20, which sells well for the brand. Such a car would go head-to-head with the next Fiesta ST, which will be built around a new 1.5-litre turbocharged engine as we’ve previously reported.

Hyundai Is Planning A Second High-Performance Car

The i40 is potentially another option, but the saloon’s focus on comfort and economy begs the question as to where the market would be for not just a sporty-looking i40, but a properly engineered hot one. We can’t see it happening.

Whichever model is given the N, which stands both for Nurburgring and Namyang, it won’t have a hybrid drivetrain. That’s not to say a future high-performance Hyundai won’t go at least part-electric, though. Autocar quotes the company’s head of vehicle testing and performance development, Albert Biermann, as saying:

“Hyundai has technology of every type – hybrid, plug in hybrid, EV, fuel cell. Right now there’s no plan to bring that tech to N, but when the time comes, whether that’s because the customer requests it or we think there’s a moment or a need by regulation, we will be ready to have a sustainable high-performance car.

“I could eventually see a more emotional EV performance car. But for me, it’s hard to imagine a performance car without an engine – although maybe that’s me getting old.”

Via: Autocar

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☆★THEBOOSTEDBRIT★☆
06/15/2017 - 14:30 |
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Ali Mahfooz

Will it be the next Genesis Coupe? I liked that car. It was an underdog in performance and was a decent sports car. The 2nd gen really lived up. I hope this new one is the Genesis Coupe.

06/15/2017 - 14:32 |
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I liked it because It’s N/A V6 was quite powerful even though most V6’s of that nature are weak….

06/15/2017 - 14:57 |
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🎺🎺thank mr skeltal

In reply to by Ali Mahfooz

Yeah, the Genesis Coupe was amazing. The only thing people seem to disregard about it is the Hyundai bagde.

06/15/2017 - 20:29 |
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Anonymous

DO IT JUST DO IT HYUNDAI

06/15/2017 - 14:33 |
2 | 1

Mate, I agree, but by “spread the word”, it doesn’t mean spam on unrelated topics. Make a post and try to get people to support. Have enough like minded people do the same, and you’ll have more of an impact. Thanks

06/15/2017 - 16:20 |
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Joel Peñaló

A fast Elantra Saloon; go toe to toe with Focus STs and WRXs

06/15/2017 - 14:54 |
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DL🏁

(While Toyota and Nissan are preparing a second CH-R/Juke hybrid ‘stylish’ SUV)

Well done, Hyundai.

06/15/2017 - 15:11 |
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cough The Kona cough

06/17/2017 - 08:40 |
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Anonymous

So if they make a Tucson it’ll be called……..
TUCSONN?!

06/15/2017 - 15:47 |
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DAT HYUNDAI GUY(Miata, S2K and 720s Squads)(Captain Slow)(Un

In reply to by Anonymous (not verified)

Or a SONNATA?

06/17/2017 - 00:34 |
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BoostAddict 1

Tokyo drift in 2017
Han: What, you think imma let you roll in a Hyundai?
Sean:

06/15/2017 - 16:47 |
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I hate to be that guy, but It’s Sean

06/15/2017 - 17:17 |
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P1eased0nteatme

The i40 is such a pretty car, that’s a damn shame :/

06/15/2017 - 17:22 |
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Anonymous

i have smug face now because i own a hyundai i20 :3

06/15/2017 - 18:08 |
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