Hyundai Veloster Velocity revealed ahead of SEMA

 

Joining the 2012 SEMA Auto Show will include two custom versions of the Genesis Coupe along with  the Hyundai Veloster Velocity. Dubbed the “Velocity”, it represents a the Design and Engineering divisions of Hyundai America Technical Center in Irvine, CA.

The Hyundai Velocity Veloster is a race focused concept, riding on massive 19-inch Kumho Ecsta SPT 275/35R19 high performance summer tires, new rear diffuser, a full-body kit and large rear wing.

“In creating Velocity, we were inspired to take the Veloster's original concept strengths to their fullest expression. Velocity gave our design and engineering teams license to take Veloster far beyond everyday production car limitations,” explained Chris Chapman, head of Hyundai's Irvine, California design center.

The Hyundai Velocity Veloster will be offered with a choice of a 1.6-liter four-cylinder develops 400 hp (298 kW) and 350 lb-ft (474 Nm) of torque. The power gains under the hood are matched by a Brembo brake kit with 4-psiton calipers, a new fuel system, two-piece rotors, a custom intake manifold, Bilstein springs and a heap of Cosworth designed upgrades.