We've been waiting for Hyundai to get down to business and reveal a
performance version of the Veloster. The features such as the
large wheels and brakes, lowered suspension and massive exhaust pipes tell us
this isn't just any regular Veloster hiding out underneath all that heavy
camouflage.
If the upcoming i30 N is any
indication, a Veloster N could also feature adjustable dampers, a dual-stage
stability control system and a track mode, to go with its limited-slip
differential.
Aside from the more
imposing features, this seemingly more menacing-looking Veloster will continue
to have an asymmetrical door layout, where on the driver's side it looks like a
2-door coupe, and the other, like a 5-door hatch.
Power could come via Hyundai's
new 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder unit, said to produce either 250 PS or 275 PS in the i30 N. In the Veloster N's case, whatever
that number may be (the RM16 N Concept had 300 PS), the output will most likely
be directed towards the front wheels, unless Hyundai's looking to go at the
Focus RS and Golf R and switch to an AWD system.
Some interior changes are also expected, like a
sporty steering wheel, sports seats, perhaps even a bespoke gauge cluster,
although this is obviously a "wait and see" situation.
As for a possible release date, could be either 2018
or 2019, so here's to hoping Hyundai won't keep this car a secret for too long.
Cr : Carscoops
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