Highlights:
* Electrified RM20e Racing Midship Sports Car signifies the electric-based high-performance potential for Hyundai N brand
* RM20e based on RM development platform for future N brand products and inspired by the electrified TCR racecar
* Electrified RM20e variant produces a blistering 596 kW (810 horsepower) and 960 Nm (708 lb.-ft.) of torque
The RM nomenclature refers to the N prototype model's 'Racing Midship' rear-drive, midship powertrain configuration, a fundamental design differentiator that yields ideal handling balance and agility from a low polar-moment of inertia.
This RM platform facilitates an engineering 'rolling lab' for testing high performance technologies, with outstanding connection to the tarmac at all speeds and driving conditions. This inherent balance and grip is also essential to help connect RM20e's copious 596 kW (810 horsepower) and 960 Nm (708 lb.-ft.) of torque to variable road surfaces.
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Our new electrified RM20e pushes the proven RM platform forcefully into a new, environmentally-focused decade of the 21st century, stretching the performance envelope of electrification on normal road environments. RM20e represents a revolutionary new chapter of electrified performance for the Racing Midship series, and our N engineers continue to garner valuable insights in the arena of zero-emission performance dynamics.
President and Head of Research and Development Division at
Featuring an explosively powerful 596 kW (810 horsepower) electric motor with 960 Nm (708 lb.-ft.) of torque, RM20e is expected to yield superb blasts from zero-100 kph (zero-62 mph) in less than three seconds and zero-200 kph (zero-124 mph) at 9.88 seconds. RM20e utilizes its midship-based motor placement and rear-drive layout to achieve the traction required for this level of acceleration. RM20e combines racecar-like levels of performance, balance, braking and grip while retaining daily-driver quietness, responsiveness and road-going capability.
RM20e's state-of-the-art electrified powertrain ensures zero-emissions combined with thrilling acceleration. As
The RM20e sports car prototype clearly signals future electrified brand aspirations for
Executive Vice President and Head of Product Division at
The 'N' of Hyundai N stands for
Hyundai Motor N's high-performance technologies are honed at the iconic Nurburgring Nordschleife. Each car taking part in
RM20e video can also be viewed on the company's official worldwide YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/hyundainworldwide) or official website (http://globalpr.hyundai.com).
RM20e (Hyundai N Brand Prototype) Specifications
Concept
Midship, rear-drive high-performance sports prototype
Electrified powertrain
Body Configuration
Two-seat, two-door coupe (Veloster N body-in-white)
(Aluminum extrusion front subframe)
(Steel tube and plate rear subframe)
Powertrain Layout
Midship motor
Aerodynamics
Front splitter
Large wing spoiler
Rear air diffuser
Motor
800V motor and inverter technology
596 kW (4 x 148 kW) peak power (20-second interval)
960 Nm (4 x 240 Nm) peak torque
(810 Horsepower and 708 lb.-ft. Torque equivalent
Gearbox
Single reduction ratio 1:5.67
Straight-cut gears (Spur)
Battery
Energy: 60 kWh; peak power: 600 kW
Nominal voltage: 605 V; peak voltage: 705 V
Liquid-flooded battery-module technology
800V fast-charging capability
Top Speed
250 KPH (> 155 MPH)
speed limited for public road driving
Suspension Type
(Front) MacPherson / (Rear) Double-Wishbone
(Adjustable hard points and geometry)
Dampers
Conventional gas-pressure dampers
Brake
6-piston (front) / 4-piston (rear)
Parking Brake
Mechanical type, in rear
ABS System
Motorsport ABS M5 (Bosch)
Not valid for public roads
Steering Assist
Rack-mounted motor-driven power steering
Steering Wheel Design
Veloster N TCR design (with paddle shifters)
Overall Dimensions (mm)
4319 (length) x 1945 (width) x 1354 (height) /
2672 (wheelbase)
Interior
Sabelt sport seats, 6-point safety harness system
E-drive dedicated instrument cluster
Overhang (mm)
899 (front) / 748 (rear)
Minimum Ground Clearance
80 mm
Tyres
(Front) 265/35R19, (Rear) 305/30R20
Wheels
19' X 10' (front) / 20' X 11' (rear)
One-piece lightweight forged aluminum alloy wheels
Larger, flared wheel-housing design
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