New Korean Coupe breaks cover

Set to make its public debut at the New York Motor Show this week, the rear wheel drive machine is based on an all new chassis, and gets both new engines and new gearbox options too.

Entry level models will offer a 220bhp, four cylinder 2.0-litre turbo, while flagship models get a 3.6-litre V6 with 305bhp. Both cars offer a choice of six speed manual and six speed automatic gearboxes.

The new Coupé has been developed for markets in the USA and Korea, and as yet, there are no plans to introduce a right hand drive evolution of the car. However company bosses in the UK are said to be monitoring the situation carefully, and if demand for the car is perceived to be strong enough, a small run of such machines could be built. As a result, the car will be on Hyundai’s show stand at this years London Motor Show in July.