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Hyundai CEO Confirms New Veloster-Based Coupe, Elantra, Accent And Santa Fe for 2011

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Hyundai Veloster Concept

Hyundai Veloster Concept

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John Krafcik, president and CEO of Hyundai Motor America, has just confirmed that Hyundai will be turning out a new Elantra, Accent, Santa Fe and a Veloster-based coupe for the 2011 calendar year. The new-model barrage will make the Hyundai lineup one of the newest in the industry.


The most interesting of the newly-announced group is probably the Veloster-based coupe, which has been tipped as a potential replacement for the Tiburon. The Veloster concept (pictured) first debuted in 2007 at the Seoul Auto Show.

Like the Tiburon, the Veloster is a front-driver, but its styling is much more modern, with a better street presence and more fitting with the new Hyundai lineup typified by the Genesis Coupe and Sedan, the new 2011 Sonata and the 2010 Tucson. With a 2.0-liter engine and 2+2 seating, the Veloster-based coupe will offer a place for buyers looking for style and sport but not wanting to go all the way to the rear-drive Genesis Coupe. Pricing will likely span the $16,000-$24,000 range.

Hard details on the next Elantra, Accent and Santa Fe are lacking, but the Elantra is expected to come with a selection of efficient four-cylinders with a potential six-speed dual-clutch transmission. The same basic hardware will likely filter through the rest of the new Hyundai lineup as well.

At this point all is speculative, however, as Hyundai still has a full calendar year to prep these vehicles as 2012 models.

[Hyundai]


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  1. tee Posted: 12/8/2009 2:51pm PST

    What is up with that interior? Pink?
     
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  2. Berm Vinegary Posted: 12/8/2009 2:54pm PST

    So they put wheels on a doorstop?
     
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  3. Java Junkie Posted: 12/8/2009 2:55pm PST

    Looks good-definitely priced right!
     
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  4. greedo Posted: 12/8/2009 2:55pm PST

    Looks like Honda is going to have their hands full with this against the CR-Z. This thing looks good. Lets hope the final version doesn't stray too far from the concept.
     
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  5. Limousine Liberal Posted: 12/8/2009 2:57pm PST

    I am still amazed at how far Hyundai has come - as a brand and obviously with the quality / stature of their line up. Have to say, the concept version of this one is not necessarily my taste. Will be curious to see how the production model ultimately turns out.
     
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  6. automaan Posted: 12/8/2009 3:25pm PST

    IF there was a vote for most improved car company Hyndai would be it. The new Veloster looks like a real winner
     
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  7. gillette Posted: 12/8/2009 4:43pm PST

    Yeah, I think Hyundai has figured out that there is a real market for sporty smaller cars....especially if the price is modest and it's fuel efficient. I would definately consider buying one, especially if a decent version can be had for under $20,000. Hopefully they will offer a six-speed, and at least 150 hp in the 2.0 liter version. I read elsewhere that it would come with a 1.6, in which case I would expect less hp, unless it's a turbo.
     
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