The Hyundai Elantra N TCR Edition has arrived in North America, becoming the most potent version of the performance sedan.
Initially revealed in November 2024, the Elantra N TCR Edition is a street-legal version of Hyundai’s successful touring car racer.
Campaigned by the Bryan Herta Autosport team, the racing Elantra N has claimed two IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge TCR championships since it was introduced.
Now, Hyundai has built upon the regular Elantra N sedan’s already proven ability to create the TCR Edition.
From the race track to the street
Hyundai has taken direct inspiration from the Elantra N racer, adding the huge carbon fiber swan-neck rear spoiler to the street car.
A set of black 19-inch N TCR forged alloy wheels are also included, continuing the motorsport theme.
N Performance brakes, including four-piston monoblock calipers at the front with two-piece rotors, are another exclusive feature.
The trunk includes a special “TCR Edition” badge, helping explain the gigantic spoiler to other drivers. The same logo is projected onto the floor when the doors are opened.
Championship-winning performance
More special equipment can be found inside, with the steering wheel, parking brake handle, and gear shifter all wrapped in Alcantara. Blue seat belts and N Performance carpets are included, too.
Hyundai has left the Elantra N’s 2.0-liter turbocharged engine unchanged, meaning up to 286 horsepower and 289 lb-ft of torque. Customers can pick from a six-speed manual or an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission.
There is a catch, however. At present, there is no word from Hyundai USA on the Elantra N TCR Edition coming to the United States.
It means the motorsport-inspired special edition will for now, be exclusive to the Canadian market. Prices start from CAD $47,599 (equivalent to USD $34,900).
Made for the Canadian Hyundai N community
To celebrate the launch of the Elantra N TCR Edition in Canada, a dedicated event will be held at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park in Ontario during August.
Along with celebrating the launch of the Elantra N TCR Edition, the gathering will also commemorate the 10th anniversary of Hyundai’s N performance sub-brand.
“The N brand is not just about performance, it’s about the passion for driving and the community that it creates,” said Michael Ricciuto, director of product and corporate strategy at Hyundai Canada.
“The 2026 Elantra N TCR Edition is a testament to our commitment to delivering track-level excitement for the everyday driving enthusiast. We are incredibly proud of the vibrant N community in Canada and are thrilled to celebrate this milestone with them.”
Fingers crossed the Elantra N TCR Edition makes a move south of the border in the near future…
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