Hyundai's attitude is truly appreciable which, correctly engaged in a balanced path towards the evolution of the automobile 'product' and, in general, of individual mobility (let's not forget the program for flying robotaxis) announces - alongside the important milestones linked to the offer of electric and electrified models - it also works on sports cars, even envisaging the expansion of its N and N Line range up to 18 models by 2022 to meet the needs of all sports driving enthusiasts.
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Hyundai i20 N and i30 N, as comfortable on the track as in daily use
It is no coincidence that the South Korean Group is engaged, with the same innovative spirit, in the WRC + Rally Championship and in the TCR races with petrol models and in the new E-TCR with fully electric cars. Top models of the 'performance' strategy are the new i20 N - which brings the thrill of motorsport to the i20 range - and the new i30 N, Hyundai's first mass-produced high-performance car, featuring a revamped performance-oriented design. , emotions and expressiveness.
Hyundai i20 N and i30 N were the protagonists in these days of the N-Driving Experience event, at the legendary Monza racetrack, offering the opportunity to customers, potential buyers, enthusiasts and 'professionals', to live on the famous Brianza track the emotions that only cars with the DNA derived from competitions can give.
The new i20 N offers a sporty experience thanks to exciting performance and technological innovations that are reflected in driving dynamics.
The 1.6-liter GDI turbo engine delivers 204 hp and 275 Nm of torque. It is paired with a 6-speed manual gearbox and together with dedicated features - such as Launch Control and Rev Matching - contributes to a rider-centric experience. Hyundai i20 N can also count on the N Corner Carving Differential, a mechanical limited slip differential (m-LSD) that guarantees optimal traction and improves grip at every corner, for an even sportier and more agile drive.
Hyundai i30 N for the first time offers the driver the new eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission (N DCT). In the Performance configuration, the model generates a maximum of 280 hp and 392 Nm of torque, so as to allow acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h in 5.9 seconds. To give an increasingly dynamic experience, the i30 N is equipped with numerous systems to facilitate sporty driving, including the rear stiffening bar, which offers maximum fun on the track. Each high-performance N model, including the i30 N, i30 Fastback N, Veloster N, i20 N and Kona N, is designed by passionate experts and engineered at Hyundai's Namyang Research and Development Center. During development, the cars are brought to Germany at the Nürburgring, one of the most challenging circuits in the world,to be subjected to rigorous testing and verification. Through this meticulous process, N technology was born and perfected. And the N brand takes its name from Namyang and Nürburgring.
The arrival of the new N and N Line models will include variants in each of the main segments, to meet the needs of all car enthusiasts. "Our high-performance brand N has been very successful since the launch of the i30 N in 2017 - says Thomas Schemera, executive vice president and head of product division at Hyundai - This time we decided to develop a model inspired by our i20 Coupé WRC , which last year led us to success in the world rally championship. "
The experience on the Monza track allowed us to fully evaluate the handling and responsiveness of the Hyundai i20 N and i30 N, within the two respective segments: the first, with a weight of 1,190 kg, offers a kg / Hp ratio. among the best in the category. The new i20 N is capable of a top speed of 230 km / h and can sprint from 0 to 100 km / h in just 6.7 seconds. The engine offers a flat power curve, which results in high responsiveness and the best acceleration on the road and on the track. The new i20 N maintains maximum torque from 1,750 to 4,500 rpm and reaches maximum power from 5,500 to 6,000 rpm, thus improving acceleration at medium-high speeds and offering consistently high performance in the most diverse driving conditions. Thanks to the reduced steering ratio to 12.0 (from 12.4 of the New i20) and the specific optimization of the electric servo control, positioned directly on the rack, i20 N offers direct and precise changes of direction for sporty driving and greater vehicle control. In addition to the quality of the engine and the new dual clutch transmission, the new i30 N stands out for its equipment with 18-inch alloy wheels, while with the Performance Package it offers further improvements including the new forged alloy wheels from 19 to 5 inches. spokes' shod with high-performance Pirelli P-Zero tires, developed for this model, instead of the standard Michelin Pilot Super Sport.i20 N offers direct and precise direction changes for sporty driving and greater vehicle control. In addition to the quality of the engine and the new dual clutch transmission, the new i30 N stands out for its equipment with 18-inch alloy wheels, while with the Performance Package it offers further improvements including the new forged alloy wheels from 19 to 5 inches. spokes' shod with high-performance Pirelli P-Zero tires, developed for this model, instead of the standard Michelin Pilot Super Sport.i20 N offers direct and precise direction changes for sporty driving and greater vehicle control. In addition to the quality of the engine and the new dual clutch transmission, the new i30 N stands out for its equipment with 18-inch alloy wheels, while with the Performance Package it offers further improvements including the new forged alloy wheels from 19 to 5 inches. spokes' shod with high-performance Pirelli P-Zero tires, developed for this model, instead of the standard Michelin Pilot Super Sport.with high-performance Pirelli P-Zero tires, developed for this model, instead of the standard Michelin Pilot Super Sport.with high-performance Pirelli P-Zero tires, developed for this model, instead of the standard Michelin Pilot Super Sport.
