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The 2019 Hyundai Veloster N promises plenty of thrills, but fans looking for even more excitement might want to check out the Veloster N TCR. 153,055) excluding shipping. This means the model is nearly eight times more expensive than the standard Veloster and is about the same price as a decently equipped Porsche 911 GT3. While the car is obviously expensive, the Veloster N TCR is pretty special as it鈥檚 built in Germany by Hyundai Motorsport and shares nearly 85% of its components with the i30 N TCR. Among the items shared is a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 350 hp and 450 Nm of torque. It is connected to a six-speed sequential transmission which sends power to the front wheels. Besides the high-performance engine, the car has composite body panels, a steel roll cage and a track-focused suspension with adjustable dampers. Other highlights include lightweight racing wheels, Sabelt seats and a beefy braking system with 15 inch (380 mm) front discs which are bac...

Hyundai unveiled a new Rally Edition, coupled with significant design, dynamic and connectivity enhancements to its Veloster coupe at the Chicago Auto Show today. The Veloster Rally Edition builds upon Veloster Turbo R-Spec enthusiast credentials, with a more performance-focused suspension, RAYS lightweight wheels with wide 225/40R18 tires, carbon-fiber-look aero accents, unique badging and floor mats. The Rally Edition is a limited production run planned for 1,200 units, all in a stunning Matte Blue paint, guaranteeing exclusivity to its enthusiast owners. In addition, the 2016 Veloster Turbo model now offers a performance-oriented 7-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT), a new machined-finish turbo-exclusive wheel design, a sportier seat design, enhanced electroluminescent gauge cluster and black headliner. The Veloster non-turbo receives a new 17-inch wheel design and available black seats with yellow accents. Also for 2016, all Veloster models offer a revised hood appearance without...

The North American International Auto Show continues as Hyundai has used to event to unveil the Veloster N TCR race car. Set to compete in this year鈥檚 IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge, the Veloster will battle the Audi RS3 LMS TCR, Honda Civic Type R TCR and Volkswagen Golf GTI TCR. That鈥檚 not exactly easy competition, but the Veloster already has a bit of a racing pedigree. The car shares around 85 percent of its core components with the championship-winning i30 N TCR. One of the components sourced from the i30 N is a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 350 hp and 450 Nm of torque. It is connected to a six-speed sequential transmission which sends power to the front wheels. Of course, race cars are more than just a high-performance engine. As a result, the Veloster has composite body panels, a massive rear wing and 18-inch Braid wheels. The latter components are backed up by a race-spec braking system that features six-piston calipers and 380mm ventilated discs up f...

NüRBURG, Germany — Encouraged by the promising start of its performance line among demanding European consumers, Hyundai hopes its upcoming Veloster N sports car can improve its perception among U.S. buyers. The Korean automaker, no longer satisfied with being just a rational choice for penny pinchers, believes injecting its value-oriented image with a dose of high-octane emotion can win over customers who never considered a Hyundai. "We're fishing in a different pond," said Thomas Schemera, the former BMW executive who heads Hyundai's high-performance vehicle division, while testing continued for the preproduction Veloster N here on Germany's premier proving ground. The rise of the N brand represents a significant step in Hyundai's evolution as a global competitor and comes at a critical time for the company. For years, Hyundai's formula was value, surprisingly well-equipped cars sold for a few ticks below the big-name Asian competitors. It solidified tha...