According to Autocar, Hyundai is currently considering a performance version of the i40.
“A Hyundai GTI? That’s not just a C-segment question [i30], but a D-segment [i40] one as well,” said Allan Rushforth, Hyundai Europe's CEO. “We have talked about such cars and are considering versions not only with more performance, but dynamic improvements to ride and handling, too.”
Such cars were necessary for Hyundai to the brand's expansion. In related news, the Korean carmaker also confirmed that it would launch a performance Turbo version of the Veloster in Europe this summer and the turbo lineup will expand from 2013.
