Turbocharged Veloster, updated Genesis move Korean automaker beyond its practical image.
By Kirk Bell of MSN Autos
Hyundai has made its biggest headlines in recent years with the Sonata and Elantra, a pair of practical sedans that provide real competition for established sales leaders in their respective categories. In fact, the Elantra was named Car of the Year here at the 2012 North American International Auto Show.
While the company was humbled by the accolades, the practical wasn’t its intended focus here in Detroit this year. Instead, it wanted to show off its sportier side.
The big news for the Korean automaker was a turbocharged version of its funky front-drive Veloster hatchback coupe, as well as a midcycle update for its rear-drive Genesis coupe. The Genesis gets its own new turbocharged engine, as well as more power for the V6. Both ask buyers to think of Hyundai as more than just a purveyor of conservative family sedans.
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