Hyundai Motor’s DNA car in Europe, the New Generation i30, celebrates its public debut in Paris
With the world premiere of the RN30 Concept, a born racing machine representing the N sub-brand, Hyundai Motor is celebrating its passion for performance
The New i10 is making its public debut with more emotional appeal and new advanced active safety and connectivity features, presented alongside the IONIQ, the world’s first car with three electrified powertrains
Also live on stage in Paris: a preview of the new 2017 Hyundai i20 WRC

September 29, 2016 – Hyundai Motor shows a host of new models in Hall 3 of the 2016 Paris Motor Show, including the world premiere of the New Generation i30, the RN30 Concept, the New i10 as well as a preview of the 2017 i20 WRC and the All-New IONIQ; the first car with three electrified powertrains to choose from.

A car for everyone: The New Generation Hyundai i30
The New Generation Hyundai i30 is the DNA car for Hyundai Motor representing the core of the brand in Europe. Available in early 2017, the third generation of the successful Hyundai i30 is a car for everyone delivering great value to single people, families, young and old. It is a smart and rewarding choice for those seeking an appealing design, an efficient and dynamic ride including the all-new 1.4 T-GDI petrol engine and a 10% more direct steering and a comprehensive safety package with features like Autonomous Emergency Braking and the new driver attention alert system. The New Generation i30 offers all the connectivity features customers are looking for today, like Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, wireless charging and LIVE Services. Its quality and reliability are guaranteed by the unique, industry-leading 5-year unlimited mileage warranty. With design being the No. 1 buying reason for Hyundai customers in Europe, the New Generation i30 further evolves Hyundai Motor’s design language with precise and tensed lines, refined rich surfaces and a sculpted body to create a timeless and confident appearance featuring the new family identity: the Cascading grille.

“Our designers are driven by passion and enthusiasm, bringing pride and joy to Hyundai owners. You see and feel this spirit in the New Generation i30 – it is a proud statement,” explains Peter Schreyer, President and Chief Design Officer at Hyundai Motor Group. “With the New Generation i30 we are introducing our newly developed front grille: we call it the Cascading Grille. It will become the new identity of Hyundai.”

High-Performance Hyundai N concept revealed
Hyundai Motor is also presenting the RN30 Concept, building anticipation of the future high-performance ‘N’ models. The motor sport-inspired racing concept is developed to deliver passion and pleasure on the track. Based on the New Generation Hyundai i30, the RN30 was born as a racing machine featuring a 2.0-litre turbo engine with 380 PS and an all-wheel drive, developed in close collaboration with Hyundai Motorsport, Hyundai Motor Europe Technical Centre and Hyundai Motor’s Performance Development & High Performance Vehicle Division. The striking concept is distinguished by its purposeful aerodynamic design and specialised high-performance technologies.

“The RN30 embodies the concept of a strong, high-performance car that brings dynamic, sporty driving,” says Albert Biermann, Head of Vehicle Test & High Performance Development for Hyundai Motor, said. “Soon to evolve into our first N model, the RN30 is inspired by our passion to provide a high-performance car that everybody can enjoy effortlessly.”

More style and advanced technology for an even greater package: The New Hyundai i10
At the 2016 Paris Motor Show Hyundai Motor also debuts the New i10 enhanced with new advanced active safety and connectivity features from the segments above, as well as modern design refinements, including the new signature Cascading front grille to enhance its emotional appeal. Responding to customer demand for connectivity features, New i10 includes Apple Carplay, Android Auto and LIVE Services, all integrated into the new seven-inch touchscreen navigation system. In terms of safety it now comes with two new advanced features to actively avoid accidents: a Front Collision Warning System and a Lane Departure Warning System.

“The New i10 showcases Hyundai Motor’s promise to democratise technology by offering latest connectivity and safety features from the segments above responding to today’s customers’ needs,” said Thomas A. Schmid, Chief Operating Officer at Hyundai Motor Europe. “The excellent package of the i10, delivering highest value to the customers, has made it one of the best-selling cars in its class and popular with customers across Europe – a success story that the New i10 is set to carry on.”

Hyundai Motorsport previews 2017 WRC Challenger
Hyundai Motorsport presents a preview of its 2017 WRC challenger at Paris Motor Show which will make its competitive debut at the Monte-Carlo Rally in next season’s FIA World Rally Championship. The team, which is currently second in the WRC manufacturers’ classification with 201 points, has been testing its brand new 2017 prototype since April across numerous locations in Europe and in a variety of different conditions. The car, based on a three-door Hyundai i20, has been developed to meet the WRC’s 2017 technical regulations, which have given greater aerodynamic freedom to designers.

“The 2017 WRC regulations have allowed all teams to start from a blank page, which has offered us an exciting engineering challenge,” says team Principal Michel Nandan. “The changes will raise the level of entertainment in the WRC around the world with wider and more powerful cars. We have been putting our experience from two full WRC seasons into practice as we aim to build on our successful 2016 campaign.”

IONIQ – making low-to-zero emission driving accessible
Introduced at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show in March, the All-New IONIQ is also presented live on display at the 2016 Paris Motor Show. The IONIQ is the world’s first car to offer hybrid, plug-in hybrid and all-electric powertrains in a single model. This innovative approach from Hyundai Motor democratises e-mobility, making low-to-zero emission driving more accessible to everyone.

Jochen Sengpiehl, Vice President Marketing at Hyundai Motor Europe, said: “With IONIQ, we are appealing to a new customer group, with a shared mindset and attitude – we call them Generation IONIQ. We believe the IONIQ is the best value eco car in Europe, with the best warranty, the best driving range and offered fully equipped for a very competitive price – all with no compromise on great design, driving pleasure and new connectivity features. It’s a car that is truly driven by e-motion.”

The IONIQ Hybrid and the IONIQ Electric will be launched in European markets from autumn 2016 onwards. The IONIQ Plug-in will be launched in Europe during 2017.

HIGH-PERFORMANCE HYUNDAI N CONCEPT REVEALED

Hyundai Motor builds anticipation of high-performance ‘N’ models with new RN30 concept
RN30 Concept was created as a racing machine to demonstrate sporting DNA of Hyundai N
RN30 delivers driver-focused technology and lightweight engineering to enhance the thrill of driving

September 29, 2016 – Hyundai Motor today unleashed its latest high-performance N concept with the world premiere of RN30 at the 2016 Paris Motor Show. The motorsport-inspired racing concept is developed to deliver passion and pleasure on the track.

Based on the New Generation Hyundai i30, the RN30 was born as a racing machine, developed in close collaboration with Hyundai Motorsport (HMSG), Hyundai Motor Europe Technical Center (HMETC) and Hyundai Motor’s Performance Development & High Performance Vehicle Division. The striking concept is distinguished by its purposeful aerodynamic design and specialised high-performance technologies that deliver thrilling high-speed driving.

Albert Biermann, Head of Vehicle Test & High Performance Development for Hyundai Motor said; “RN30 embodies the concept of a strong, high-performance car that brings dynamic, sporty driving. Soon to evolve into our first N model, the RN30 is inspired by our passion to provide a high-performance car that our customers can enjoy effortlessly. We have drawn on our technological expertise – honed through our motorsport successes – to deliver emotional delight through an engaging blend of performance and control, the goal Hyundai’s N strives to achieve in future performance models.”

Hyundai N was launched at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2015, bringing to life the company’s philosophy for providing engaging and thrilling driving pleasure for its customers.

High-performance powertrain boosts driving pleasure

RN30’s power is supplied by a high-performance 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, under development by Hyundai for N production models, upgraded with an enlarged turbo to increase thrust at full throttle. To manage the additional power, the engine blocks have been applied by forging parts, instead of casting parts, to increase their durability and resistance. As a result, the RN30 is primed for performance, boasting 380 PS (279.5 kW) and a maximum torque of 46 kgf.m (451 Nm).

Managing the impressive levels of torque is a wet-type dual-clutch transmission (DCT), delivering quicker responses during gear shifting and direct coupling to provide dynamic acceleration. To manage the car’s power while enabling precision driving at high speed, the RN30 is equipped with an all-wheel drive (AWD) system.

Specialised technologies maximize thrill of performance

The RN30 features specialised high-performance technologies designed to increase excitement for drivers and enable them to tame the most challenging of race tracks. Rev-matching encourages spirited driving by quickly and accurately revising the engine’s speed whenever the driver shifts gear while in sport mode. Adding to the sense of thrill for the driver, the Electronic Variable Exhaust system provides a surge of aural pleasure by emitting a strong exhaust sound consistent with the visceral sensations produced by the rapid acceleration.

Other technologies are specifically aimed at enhancing safety and control. The sophisticated electronic limited-slip differential system (eLSD) makes sure each wheel receives sufficient torque, measuring the driving force of the tyres. This helps prevent skidding and ensures fast, precise cornering when navigating high-speed curves – allowing drivers to control this powerful racing machine easily, accurately and confidently.

Engineering focus on lightweight and low center of gravity

When developing the RN30, Hyundai’s designers and engineers established a new approach to reducing weight and lowering the center of gravity. Instead of using carbon fibre reinforced polymer (CFRP) common to most high-performance cars, Hyundai broke the mould with all-new high-performance plastic materials, developed in collaboration with leading global chemical company BASF.

This weight-saving innovation is light, highly durable and environmentally-friendly and is used throughout the new concept to help boost handling and acceleration. Inside, redundant parts were removed, while heavier parts sit in the lowest possible position. The centre of gravity is lowered further by pushing back and lowering the seats, with all these elements combining to achieve a light weight, ideal for performance driving.

Exterior design formed by high-performance DNA

The silhouette of the RN30 is unmistakably inherited from the clean and cohesive lines of the New Generation Hyundai i30, but with a lower, wider stance to enable greater stability during high speed driving and cornering. To achieve the more purposeful proportions the width of the RN30 has been increased by 30mm compared to the i30, to 1,950mm. Height has been significantly lowered by 84mm to 1,355mm

Further exterior design details hint at the RN30’s capabilities and accommodate high-performance technologies and aerodynamic enhancements. A ‘floating’ fender over each wheel enhances the visual impact of RN30 and work with the side splitters to improve aerodynamic performance, producing the sensation that the car is being sucked-down onto the track.

The front design features Hyundai’s new signature cascading grill and high-tech headlamps, which creates a strong, aggressive image when combined with the distinctive daytime running lights. The airflow from the front to the rear passes through the mesh cascading radiator grill and the air intake, not only improving downforce but also optimising cooling for performance driving. On the upper part of the engine hood, a large air outlet hints at the dramatic engine power of the RN30.

The large rear spoiler, which generates downforce during high-speed driving, distinguishes the car, giving it aesthetically balanced proportions. Also, a fin placed along the central line of the roof and penetrating the rear spoiler, creates a unique rear look. For optimal and balanced downforce, the car features a large rear diffuser set above centrally-mounted white ceramic twin exhaust pipes, while the 19-inch light-weight alloy wheels complete the car’s dynamic appearance.

Interior design – optimised for performance driving

During the interior design process, RN30 designers and racing experts from Hyundai Motorsport (HMSG) worked together closely to ensure drivers can focus attention exclusively on the car and the road. A bucket seat, which perfectly fits the driver’s body and an integrated roll cage, which increases the vehicle body strength, support and protect the driver in all situations.

To capture the driver’s reactions and dynamic moments while on the road or track, image-stabilizing gimbal cameras are attached inside each A pillar, with an outside camera attached to the centre fin on the roof. Drivers can create professional-looking racing footage or present their experiences as if on television..

RN30 is the latest in a succession of high-performance sports concepts that point towards the future of N production models, furthering the ‘N’ model characteristics first seen in the Hyundai N 2025 Vision Gran Turismo, RM15 and RM16 concepts. All N performance models draw on Hyundai’s successful motorsport experiences and demonstrate Hyundai’s desire to put thrilling driver experiences at the heart of new car developments. The i30N model will soon be available next year, making our passion for high-performance driving accessible to everyone.

All N models are developed by passionate experts in Namyang, the heart of Hyundai Motor’s global R&D network – then pushed to their limits at Nürburgring, the world’s most challenging race track. The N logo represents the chicane of a race track – where the balance of cars is proven rigorously.

HYUNDAI MOTORSPORT PREVIEWS 2017 WRC CHALLENGER

Hyundai Motorsport’s 2017 FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) challenger is being previewed at the Paris Motor Show in France
The new car is based on a three-door Hyundai i20 WRC and has been developed in line with new WRC regulations
Hyundai Motorsport is aiming for the podium in this weekend’s Tour de Corse-Rallye de France where it aims to consolidate second in the manufacturers’ standings.

Paris, France

September 29, 2016 Hyundai Motorsport has used the occasion of the Paris Motor Show to present a preview of its 2017 WRC challenger, which will make its competitive debut in next season’s FIA World Rally Championship.

The team, which is currently second in the WRC manufacturers’ classification on 201 points, has been testing its brand new 2017 prototype since April across numerous locations in Europe and in a variety of different conditions.

The car, based on a three-door Hyundai i20, has been developed to meet WRC’s 2017 technical regulations, which have given greater aerodynamic freedom to designers. Hyundai Motorsport has an extensive testing programme lined up in the final part of 2016 in order to further evolve the car ahead of its debut at Rallye Monte-Carlo in January.

WRC regulations for the 2017 season also offer teams more power, an increase to 380HP, more downforce, Electronic Active central differential and the ability to compete with longer and wider vehicles. The combined objective of these new technical rules is to create an even more dynamic and spectacular show in the popular WRC.

The livery on show in Paris is an interim version, with the final specification and look of the car only to be revealed in December.

Team Principal Michel Nandan said: “The 2017 WRC regulations have allowed all teams to start from a blank page, which has offered us an exciting engineering challenge. The changes will raise the level of entertainment in WRC on stages around the world with wider and more powerful cars. We have been putting our experience from two full seasons of WRC into practice, as we aim to build on our successful 2016 campaign. The 2017 car started testing in April with initial work centred on engine and powertrain testing. More recently, we have looked at suspension, differential and aero. There will be some small evolutions on both chassis and engine later this year. We look forward to revealing the final version of our 2017 car later this year.”

Hyundai Motorsport is in action this weekend at the tenth round of the 2016 Championship, Tour de Corse – Rallye de France, where it is fielding three New Generation i20 WRC cars. The team has enjoyed its most competitive WRC season to date with victories in Argentina and Sardinia and an additional four podiums in Monte-Carlo, Sweden, Poland and, most recently, in Germany.