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Hyundai’s IONIQ 5 N has been named 2024 Performance EV of the Year in the ‘Under $100,000’ category by Road & Track. The electric SUV earned this honor after an exhaustive evaluation process, in which Road & Track editors praised its driving engagement and high performance, making it their top pick in a near-unanimous decision.
Key Highlights:
- Awarded Road & Track’s 2024 Performance EV of the Year in the ‘Under $100,000’ category.
- 601 horsepower with a driver-selectable N Grin Boost adding 40 additional horsepower.
- Achieved 0-60 mph in just 3.0 seconds during Road & Track testing.
- Features innovative N e-Shift and N Active Sound+ for an engaging, ICE-like driving experience.
- Designed to excel in Corner Rascal, Racetrack Capability, and Everyday Sportscar performance pillars.
Hyundai’s high-performance IONIQ 5 N boasts 601 horsepower, with the additional N Grin Boost function that delivers 40 extra horsepower for intense acceleration. It emphasizes Hyundai’s Three Pillars of N Performance: Corner Rascal, Racetrack Capability, and Everyday Sportscar. The model incorporates motorsport-bred technologies to enhance the electric driving experience.
The IONIQ 5 N achieved impressive results during testing, including 0-60 mph in 3.0 seconds and completing a lap of the New York Safety Track circuit in 1:37.8. The vehicle was evaluated over a four-day period on challenging roads in New York’s Delaware River Valley, showcasing its versatility and performance.
Road & Track’s evaluation for the Performance EV of the Year includes all-new and updated vehicles that feature true battery-electric powertrains. Eligible models must be available in the U.S. by the end of 2024 and emphasize driving enjoyment. According to Road & Track editor-in-chief Daniel Pund, “This is the type of electric vehicle we were hoping for when Road & Track started Performance Electric Vehicle of the Year… this is the most fun by far.”
The IONIQ 5 N is Hyundai’s first electric model to feature an N badge and has been met with universal acclaim since its launch. The model represents a new benchmark for engaging, all-electric performance, combining driver engagement and configurability with an array of convenience, driver-assistance, and safety features. It’s designed to deliver sustained racetrack performance without compromising everyday usability, embodying the N brand’s electrification vision.
Fulfilling the N brand’s Everyday Sportscar pillar, the IONIQ 5 N is equipped with N e-Shift and N Active Sound+ to enhance the driving experience. The N e-Shift system replicates the feel of an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT), providing a familiar gear-change sensation. Meanwhile, N Active Sound+ offers three distinct soundtracks, including the Ignition theme that mimics a traditional ICE engine and the Supersonic theme inspired by twin-engine fighter jets, adding both sonic excitement and an acoustic reference for power utilization during cornering.
These features, paired with the vehicle’s extensive motorsport development at the Nürburgring racetrack, ensure the IONIQ 5 N delivers an exhilarating and immersive driving experience, setting it apart from other EVs in its category.
Hyundai Motor America continues to offer a diverse lineup of technology-rich cars, SUVs, and electrified vehicles, contributing significantly to the U.S. economy through its operations, including assembly plants and R&D facilities.
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