Hyundai announces their Elantra N TCR Edition: A race car for everyday shenanigans.
Hyundai has unveiled their new high performance car to the public, the Elantra N TCR edition. This new sports sedan is said to be the embodiment of Hyundai Motorsport’s DNA, specifically designed to increase the “N-thusiasm” of those who love the thrill of driving.
The hot sedan is derived from the Touring Car Racing World Tour, a class in which Hyundai has been racing in since 2017, scoring multiple victories in the process. And just like the name, the Elantra N TCR is the collection of Hyundai’s experiences and efforts in the sport.
Perhaps the most noticeable thing on the car is a new carbon swan neck wing, which not only makes it look aggressive but it’s also adjustable for optimal downforce. Some weight reduction has been done, including N performance four-piston brakes hiding behind the 19-inch forged wheels as standard.
The special motorsports extras make the car especially exciting. It can be optioned with TCR-specific decals and racing stripes (South Korea only), an Alcantara steering wheel with performance blue markers, performance blue seatbelts and exclusive TCR badging in the cockpit.
There isn’t a bump in power or change in drivetrain, therefore it still has the same 2.0 liter four cylinder, making 280PS and 392nm of torque to the front wheels. A maximum of 290PS can be achieved with Hyundai’s N Grin Shift overboost function, though it has a 40 second cooldown.
Power is put down via an 8-speed dual clutch transmission with an electronic limited-slip differential to back it up, launching the Elantra N TCR edition from 0 to 100km/h in 5.3 seconds.
Hyundai is planning to launch the Elantra N TCR edition next month in South Korea before making it internationally available. This means that if enough demand is shown, the sports sedan may make its way to Malaysian shores. Would you want to own one?
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