Hyundai Elantra N Monochrome edition announced, but not for the U.S.

Hyundai just introduced the Elantra N Monochrome edition, a special version of its hot sedan that swaps the usual red highlights for body-colored or black trim on the N-specific aero kit. New forged alloy wheels in black and black brake calipers finish the murdered-out look. Two colors are available: Abyss Black Pearl and Performance Blue.

You get two trims. The Basic Trim delivers the blacked-out styling, while the Upper Trim throws in a rear wing made of carbon fiber and carbon fiber caps for the mirrors. Inside, Alcantara covers the seats, doors, wheel and armrest, with light blue contrast stitching and black buttons on the wheel.

No Power Bump, Same Gearbox Options

This is a styling package, not a performance upgrade. The Monochrome edition has no chassis or engine changes over the standard Elantra N. You still get the choice of a six-speed manual or an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic, the same transmissions that made the N a solid driver's car in the first place.

Where You Can Buy It (And Where You Can't)

Korea, Canada and Australia get the Elantra N Monochrome first. Hyundai says more markets could follow, but details will come later. The catch: the United States isn't on the list right now.

That's a shame, because the blacked-out look works. The Monochrome treatment gives the Elantra N a cleaner, more aggressive stance without the boy-racer red highlights. The carbon fiber on the Upper Trim is a nice touch for guys who want the performance look without going full tuner. But unless Hyundai changes its mind, we're stuck watching from the sidelines.

If you're in Canada or Australia and looking for a hot sedan that doesn't scream for attention, the Monochrome edition is worth a look. For the rest of us, it's just another reminder that the good stuff doesn't always make it stateside.