Hyundai Canada Pulls Veloster for 2021, but Keeps its N Version

The lineup of Veloster variants in the Hyundai Canada product offering will look considerable different in 2021. Mainly, it will be pared down, as the company has announced the regular version, both naturally aspirated and turbocharged, are being phased out, leaving only the ultra-sporty N variant in place.

At the same time, Hyundai promises that N version will benefit from several improvements for the next model-year.

Most notably, the car will be offered for the first time with an automatic gearbox. Until now, only a 6-speed manual transmission was possible. The new N transmission has 8 gears and is configured with a dual clutch. It comes with steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters and offers sporty gearshifts with start-stop control, all part of the manufacturer's "N Trac Sense" technology.

The Veloster N will also be equipped with new sports seats (N Light) as standard. These are lighter by two kg and promise more lateral support for a more-enveloping feel.

The navigation system and audio system have also been redesigned and can be explored from the 8-inch screen in the centre console.

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