Hyundai has taken the electric vehicle market by storm with its Ioniq 5 N, a high-performance version of its award-winning Ioniq 5. The Ioniq 5 N is more than a powerful, fast electric SUV. It is also a fun, spacious, stylish, smart, and efficient vehicle that offers a thrilling and futuristic driving experience. Here are some of the reasons why the 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N is the ultimate electric performance SUV.
Power and Speed
The 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N is powered by a dual-motor system that delivers 476 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of torque. With the N Grin Boost mode activated, the output jumps to 641 horsepower. This allows the Ioniq 5 N to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.4 seconds, making it one of the fastest electric SUVs on the market. The Ioniq 5 N also has a top speed of 161 mph, verified on Germany's autobahn.
The Ioniq 5 N also features a variable all-wheel drive system that optimizes the torque distribution between the front and rear wheels depending on the driving conditions and mode. The Ioniq 5 N offers five driving modes: Eco, Normal, Sport, Sport+, and Custom, each with different settings for the powertrain, steering, suspension, and brakes. The Ioniq 5 N also has a dedicated N mode button on the steering wheel that activates the most dynamic and exhilarating driving mode.
Fun and Feedback
The Ioniq 5 N is not only fast but also fun to drive. It has an electronically limited-slip differential (e-LSD) that enhances the cornering performance and stability. It also has a unique feature that simulates an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, which Hyundai calls N e-Shift. By briefly interrupting the motors' torque delivery, N e-Shift mimics the gearshifts of a conventional transmission, creating a more engaging and realistic driving feel.
The Ioniq 5 N also has an innovative sound system that provides different sound profiles for the driver to choose from. The sound profiles are Evolution, a futuristic noise; Supersonic, a jet-like noise; and Ignition, a turbocharged four-cylinder noise. The Ignition profile also produces pops and bangs from the speakers during deceleration, just like the internal-combustion N cars. The sound system can be adjusted from low to high volume depending on the driver's preference.
Space and Versatility
The Ioniq 5 N is based on Hyundai's Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), which enables a spacious and versatile interior. The Ioniq 5 N has a wheelbase of 118 inches, which is longer than most midsize SUVs. This provides ample legroom and comfort for the passengers and a large trunk space of 18.6 cubic feet. The Ioniq 5 N also has a flat floor and a sliding center console that can be moved back and forth to create more space or storage options.
The Ioniq 5 N also has a futuristic exterior design that features sharp lines, angular shapes, and pixel-inspired LED lights. The Ioniq 5 N also has exclusive elements that differentiate it from the regular Ioniq 5, such as a larger front grille with an N logo, red accents on the bumpers and side skirts, 20-inch alloy wheels with red brake calipers, and a rear spoiler and diffuser.
Technology and Safety
The Ioniq 5 N is equipped with advanced technology and safety features, making it a smart and reliable electric vehicle. It has a 12.3-inch digital cluster and a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen that provides various information and functions for the driver and passengers. It also has a head-up display (HUD) with augmented reality (AR) that projects navigation and driving assistance information onto the windshield. The Ioniq 5 N also supports wireless smartphone connectivity, wireless charging, and a premium sound system by Bose.
The Ioniq 5 N also has a range of driver assistance systems that enhance the safety and convenience of driving. It has a forward collision-avoidance assist (FCA) that can detect vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists, and junctions ahead and apply the brakes if necessary. It also has a blind-spot collision-avoidance assist (BCA) that can warn the driver of vehicles in blind spots and intervene if needed. Moreover, it has a highway driving assist 2 (HDA 2) that can keep the vehicle in the center of the lane, maintain a safe distance from the front vehicle, and change lanes automatically when requested by the driver.
Efficiency and Eco-Friendliness
The Ioniq 5 N is powerful, fun, spacious, stylish, smart, efficient, and eco-friendly. It has a large battery capacity of 84 kWh that can provide a range of up to 248 miles on a single charge. It also supports ultra-fast charging that can replenish up to 80% of the battery in just 18 minutes or add up to 62 miles of range in just five minutes. Furthermore, it has a solar roof that can generate electricity from sunlight and reduce CO2 emissions.
The 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N is expected to go on sale in Europe in early 2024, followed by other markets later. The price of the Ioniq 5 N has yet to be announced, but it is estimated to be around $60,000 based on the price of the regular Ioniq 5 in Europe.
The 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N is a high-performance electric SUV that offers a unique combination of speed, fun, space, style, technology, and efficiency. It is a vehicle that can satisfy the needs and desires of various customers who are looking for a thrilling and futuristic driving experience. The Ioniq 5 N is a testament to Hyundai's commitment to innovation and excellence in the electric vehicle market.
