Hyundai i20 WRC

[Mirek]

From what's been started by Nandan himself it was due to the homologation schedule and deadline; they just didn't have the time to wait for the 3-door Coupe considering the time needed for testing and submission to the FIA/WRC motorsport authorities.

But now that the 3-door has been out for a year, I would hope they switch over since they still have time before the homologation deadline passes and begin testing with the Coupe hatchback for the 2017 year.

Thanks. That sounds like the most plausible option. Considering that the new i20 was originally scheduled for homologation in early 2015 it is most likely true. The 3D production has not only lower volume but started also later than the 5D. In that case I belive it was impossible to have the required number of cars in early 2015. The later delay in development could not be considered at the start of the process. All sounds reasonable to me.