Hyundai announce "N" performance division, nabs EX Head BMW M division engineer in the process.

[gt3_racer05]

I think the Veloster would fit in more for that role.

yea, along with the 2dr Genesis

 

[Grandea GTR]

yea, along with the 2dr Genesis

I wouldn't say the GenCoupe. That car is at a different level compared to the CTR and the Focus RS.

 

[chzsln485]

If Hyundai make a more powerful Genesis, they should call it the 32X...

On a more serious note, why is the Genesis not available in the UK? I'd take one over an Audi TT or BMW Z4 any day of the week.

 

[AudiMan2011]

If Hyundai make a more powerful Genesis, they should call it the 32X...

On a more serious note, why is the Genesis not available in the UK? I'd take one over an Audi TT or BMW Z4 any day of the week.

Likely it's the cost of re-engineering the car for right hand drive.

 

[TorqueHappenS08]

If Hyundai make a more powerful Genesis, they should call it the 32X...

On a more serious note, why is the Genesis not available in the UK? I'd take one over an Audi TT or BMW Z4 any day of the week.

Sedan is available, just not the 5.0 V8 big. Nor any form of the coupe. The sedan however is doing really well over there.

 

[chzsln485]

Sedan is available, just not the 5.0 V8 big. Nor any form of the coupe. The sedan however is doing really well over there.

Maybe if the Genesis saloon does well in the UK, we'll see Hyundai consider bringing over the coupe in the future. Mind you, aside from RHD, a diesel engine option would seriously help matters. I haven't seen a petrol powered BMW/Audi/Mercedes (outside of the occasional performance model) for a long time. Petrol is of course, crazy expensive here.

 

[Grandea GTR]

Diesel's cheaper than petrol over there?

 

[AudiMan2011]

Diesel's cheaper than petrol over there?

It is now in many parts of the UK for the first time in about 14 years. Both are still crazy expensive at over £1.10 a litre. Convert that to $/gal if you will.

 

[Grandea GTR]

It is now in many parts of the UK for the first time in about 14 years. Both are still crazy expensive at over £1.10 a litre. Convert that to $/gal if you will.

That's about $6.50 a gallon. Yeesh.

 

[CodeRedR51]

Diesel's cheaper than petrol over there?

It has been here for a while now too depending on where you live. I think in my area they are the same price at the moment.

 

[05XR8]

Watch out there now
http://www.goauto.com.au/mellor/mellor.nsf/story2/90D0C4A7559EEC9ECA257EC000810E88

During a visit to the extraordinary facility in Nurburg Germany, Hyundai Motor Company Australia product planning manager Scott Nargar told GoAuto the centre formed part of a global development network that benefits from the various areas of specialisation found in different regions of the world.

“We’ve got a really good centre which is the HATCI centre in California, we’ve got centres throughout Korea – the main one being Namyang, then we have the design and engineering studios throughout Germany,” he said.

“It’s really about picking the best and the cream of the crop of each of the countries and bringing their skills into the Hyundai family.”

While the Nurburgring and evaluation centre is primarily focused on durability testing, Mr Nargar explained that the natural European influence of the facility is a quality appreciated by Australian consumers.

“That is the main centre for the testing of durability, especially suspension, drivetrain and cooling systems,” he said.

“It covers a whole range of things looking at NVH (noise, vibration and harshness) of the vehicle and how everything reacts to the strains and pressures of running on that track at such high speeds for such long periods of time.

“We all like what the Europeans do with their sportier cars and the fit and finish of their vehicles. I think Australians like a car that is put together well and that is quiet and comfortable on the road, especially given the distances we drive.”

 

[RocZX]

If the production car looks like this 👍

 

[AudiMan2011]

260+hp, twin-clutch gearbox by the sound of the fast shifts, I'm guessing either a heavily modded 1.6T or a 2.0T. This could give the likes of the Megane 275 and Astra VXR a fright.

I'm strangely looking forward to this.

 

[FT-1]

Man I am loving the double clutch sound! I can't wait to see what the Hyundai N Division produces, but I doubt we will see a high performance model of the current i30. The model pictured above is probably a test mule for the next-generation i30.

 

[AudiMan2011]

Man I am loving the double clutch sound! I can't wait to see what the Hyundai N Division produces, but I doubt we will see a high performance model of the current i30. The model pictured above is probably a test mule for the next-generation i30.

Turns out that the i30 mule is a race prepped car that'll be doing the N24 whilst likely putting the new N performance parts through endurance testing. A bit like how Lexus ran LFA prototypes in the N24 for a couple of years.

http://www.evo.co.uk/hyundai/i30/17772/hyundai-i30-n-performance-hot-hatch-to-make-nurburgring-debut

 

[FT-1]

Turns out that the i30 mule is a race prepped car that'll be doing the N24 whilst likely putting the new N performance parts through endurance testing. A bit like how Lexus ran LFA prototypes in the N24 for a couple of years.

http://www.evo.co.uk/hyundai/i30/17772/hyundai-i30-n-performance-hot-hatch-to-make-nurburgring-debut

Ooooh that makes sense. I suppose the N24 challenge would be the ultimate stress test on the Nurburgring.

 

[AudiMan2011]

i30 N confirmed for 2017 for the next gen i30.
http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/hyundai-i30-n-hot-hatch-confirmed-2017-launch

 

[Brutaka]

So in the states would it be referred to as the Elantra GTN?

 

[Last Daimyo]

So in the states would it be referred to as the Elantra GTN?

Assuming they don't list the N spec cars as their Euro counterparts, it will most likely be called something similar to Elantra GTN.

 

[el fayce]

RM16 N Concept

 

[FT-1]

Please Hyundai, stop teasing us with Mid-engined Velosters and make it a reality!

 

[Dotini]

According to hints, the 2017 Accent will be available with the 201 hp turbo engine from the Veloster. Since the Accent is close to 400 lbs lighter than the Veloster, this could be an interesting ride. Many reviews seem to complain of the Veloster's handling and steering, but the Accent seems to be praised. I'm looking forward to test driving both once the 2017 models are available.

 

[bremics]

Please Hyundai, stop teasing us with Mid-engined Velosters and make it a reality!

If they can make it in the same price range as the Genesis Coupe...

 

[Dotini]

If they can make it in the same price range as the Genesis Coupe...

Despite its age, the current Veloster has a whole lot going for it. I like its looks - goblin mouth and baboon ass - but every single road test I've seen says it's a joy-killing sheep in wolf's clothing when it comes to steering and handling.

The next addition to my fleet will be a premium subcompact (urban runabout) under 14'. I'm considering the Accent and Chevrolet Sonic turbo RS as possibles.

 

[Carffeine]

 

[Last Daimyo]

So, there's going to be a Genesis version of N, at least from what I understood of the video. So Genesis' version of N, might possibly be more like M and AMG divisions.

Now, I'm curious as to how the Hyundai Genesis Coupe and the Genesis G70(?) N versions will compare. I'm assuming that the difference would be like a M4 compared to a Mustang GT, at least in terms of competitions/benchmarkers.

Either way, I'd be pleasantly surprised to see how the N division turns out.

 

[CodeRedR51]

 

[CodeRedR51]

http://www.carscoops.com/2016/08/hyundai-goes-after-vw-golf-gti-with.html

 

[AudiMan2011]

An even hotter variant of the i30N could go after the Focus RS.
http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/hyundais-ford-focus-rs-rival-pipeline

 

[catamount39]

An even hotter variant of the i30N could go after the Focus RS.
http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/hyundais-ford-focus-rs-rival-pipeline

The amount of need is too high.