Hyundai has dialed up the efficiency on its already spirited Elantra N sport sedan by launching a model impressed by the automotive’s racing sibling designed to satisfy the TCR touring automotive laws.
The brand new Elantra N TCR Version was revealed on Sunday and begins gross sales in Korea in December. Availability within the U.S. hasn’t been confirmed however Hyundai stated the automotive will likely be bought in additional markets beginning subsequent yr.
Hyundai hasn’t added any further energy. As a substitute, the automotive advantages from upgrades to the aerodynamics and chassis.
Key among the many upgrades is a big rear wing full with swan neck-style struts such as you discover on a race automotive, in addition to track-focused sports activities vehicles just like the Porsche 911 GT3. The design maximizes the floor space of the decrease aspect of the wing, that means extra low stress air and in consequence extra downforce.
Hyundai Elantra N TCR Version
Different upgrades embody 19-inch solid wheels and new four-piston monoblock brake calipers from the Hyundai N Efficiency elements catalog.
There are some particular options within the cabin, too. These embody a brand new steering wheel with Alcantara trim, distinctive badging, and Hyundai N’s signature gentle blue used for the seat belts and 12 o’clock mark on the steering wheel.
Like all Elantra N sedans, the brand new TCR Version packs a 2.0-liter turbo-4 that sends 276 hp (286 hp with short-term enhance mode) to the entrance wheels, both through a 6-speed guide or 8-speed dual-clutch computerized.
