The Hyundai i30 Sedan N’s The success on the track has led to a new special edition, with equipment inspired by the multiple title-winning racing model.
Hyundai unveiled the Elantra N TCR Edition this weekend, based on the car we know as the i30 Sedan N and sold in South Korea as the Avante N.
AutoExpert understands it’s firming up for a local launch, but it hasn’t been confirmed for an Australian debut yet.
The i30 Sedan N is used as the base vehicle for Hyundai’s TCR racing activities around the world, competing against powerful front-wheel drive models such as the Honda Civic Type R, Peugeot 308 and Cupra Leon.
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While the TCR racer features significant chassis, body and mechanical upgrades to become competitive, the special edition i30 Sedan N draws inspiration from its track-only sibling without sacrificing its road car capabilities .
This includes the fitment of an adjustable carbon fiber gooseneck rear wing, forged 19-inch wheels (with a design inspired by the wheels of the TCR car) and four-piston front brake calipers, an expansion from the single-pot sliding units on the wheels of the TCR car. current model.
South Korean buyers get to add TCR Edition graphics, while all globally available examples get an Alcantara-wrapped steering wheel with a Performance Blue 12-hour marker, Performance Blue seat belts and unique TCR Edition badging.
There are no changes to the i30 Sedan N’s 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo engine, which produces 206kW and 392Nm in Australia and drives the front wheels via a six-speed manual or eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
It’s also clear that there are no weight savings for the TCR edition outside of the forged wheels.
When it comes to Australia, you can expect to pay a premium over the current list price of $52,000 before running costs on the i30 Sedan N.
The i30 Sedan N recently became the first model to win two TCR Australia titles, after Josh Buchan successfully defended his 2023 title with a championship in the 2024 season.
Elsewhere, the Elantra N TCR has won the 2022 World Touring Car Cup, the 2023 and 2024 TCR World Tours, and claimed class titles in the 2022 and 2023 IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge.
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Josh Buchan on his way to winning the 2024 TCR Australia title
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