Video Summary
The Hyundai Ionic 5N is quick in a straight line. This is the first electric hot hatch that really gives a visceral feel.Hyundai's N division took the Ionic 5 and transformed it by doubling the horsepower and upgrading suspension, brakes, and steering.
The exterior look screams "I want to have fun on a race track."
The standard Ionic 5N comes with dual electric motors.
Hyundai deleted the small front trunk to make space for more power.
It produces 601 horsepower and is available 24/7.
It can increase up to 641 with its N grin boost button launch control.
Torque is either 545 or 568 with over-boost.
The new 84-kilowatt-hour battery is expected to give 221 miles.
It manages 0 to 60 in 3.1 seconds with a top speed of 161 mph.
The range is increased versus the EV6, but it no longer can tow.
The power figure puts the Ionic 5 N at the top of its class. It has more horsepower than the Mustang Mach-E GT Performance, Model 3, and Model Y Performance.
When the Ionic 5 was first designed, the reviewer really loved the retro-modern design theme.
Exterior styling changes for the N version include full LED headlights with cube-style LEDs.
The N Logo is a flat metallic design with orange stripes that go across the lower splitter.
The reviewer says it is a bit too dark for him, but it’s still very practical with generous space in both the backseat and truck areas. With the second row seats up, it has 26 cubic feet and can be expanded up to 60 cubic feet.
He would like it if there was wireless CarPlay but there is an integrated 360 camera with a new touch interface,
The back end has that same square pixel design that the front has, a more aggressive rear diffuser, and signature orange accents.
For the interior, the all-black interior has performance blue stitching. All all-new interiors include power folding side mirrors with integrated camera and turn signals.
With its $66,100 price point before tax and destination fees, it gives you almost 90 percent of the handling dynamics of a Taycan but for a fraction of the price.
It has a high quality feel, great handling dynamics on track, and an awesome new interior design that is comfortable.
The N Performance Team has crafted an EV that really transforms the game and would make other manufacturers a bit uneasy!
