Race-Ready Reveal: The Hyundai Avante N1 Cup Gears Up for 2024 Hyundai Festival Showcase
by AutoExpert | 1 November, 2023
Hyundai has pulled the cover off its latest race-centric creation, the Avante N1 Cup, all set to dazzle attendees at the 2024 Hyundai Festival, South Korea's premier one-make race event.
Fresh from a stellar performance in the final one-make race round at the Korea International Circuit in Yeongam, this vehicle is a testament to Hyundai's racing pedigree.
Built on the foundation of the new Avante N (Elantra N for the American enthusiasts), the N1 Cup iteration comes with a bouquet of enhancements aimed at elevating its race track persona. Key upgrades include aerodynamic tweaks, wider tires for better grip, new bumpers, and expanded fenders, all contributing to superior tire durability and enhanced cornering speeds.
While Hyundai has kept the performance figures of the N1 Cup under wraps, the anticipation is that it will significantly outperform the 276 HP road car variant. The unveiling of the Elantra N1 in China a week ahead of the official disclosure adds to the global allure of this touring car, which is set to continue its competitive journey in the USA and China come 2024.
Hyundai's global motorsport vision was echoed by N Band’s and Motorsport Division’s General Director, Till Wartenburg, who highlighted the achievements of athletes from diverse regions in the Nur 24-hour endurance race. With a successful 2023 season in hindsight, the anticipation for the 2024 season, especially within the events segment, is palpable.
The 2023 Hyundai N Festival was a motorsport spectacle, featuring over six traditional races and three-time trials across various classes, including the Avante N Cup 'N1 Class,' the Veloster N Cup 'N2 Class,' and the Avante N Line 'N3 Class.' The fervor for the upcoming one-make Avante 1 series and USA-held events is building up, and we are on tenterhooks for more technical disclosures regarding this race-ready machine.
Visually, the Avante N1 Cup is a stunner, thanks to its N Performance Blue finish, accented by sporty white alloy wheels and striking red graphics. This follows Hyundai's earlier reveal of a facelifted Elantra, shortly after the Korean market welcomed the improved Avante.
For the American market, the high-performance N Version flaunts 19-inch forged wheels shod with Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires. Further enhancements like software tweaks for better body control, a steering gearbox yoke, and new engine mountings underscore Hyundai's commitment to delivering a remarkable sporty sedan. The Elantra N, with its race-derived features, sets a robust foundation for the Avante N1 racer, promising a blend of everyday usability with a hearty dose of racetrack exhilaration.
