Hyundai’s high-performance variant of the Ioniq 5 electrical compact crossover boasts 641 hp in increase mode and may nook, drift and shift (type of) like a gasoline-powered race automotive.
The Ioniq 5 N is the primary EV underneath Hyundai’s N efficiency subbrand and the corporate stated extra electrical fashions will comply with as a part of its N electrification technique.
Jaehoon Chang, CEO of Hyundai Motor Co., stated in an announcement that the N model exists to “strengthen the competitiveness of all Hyundai fashions” and that the Ioniq 5 N shall be a “recreation changer” for electrical excessive efficiency.
Although the Ioniq 5 is constructed on Hyundai’s e-GMP platform and is the model’s equal to the Kia EV6 — which additionally affords a souped-up GT model with 576 hp — the electrical crossover is loaded with new expertise impressed by the i20 Coupe N, a automotive constructed for participation within the World Rally Championships that stands because the North Star for the automaker’s N line of performance-oriented variants.
Hyundai affords an N variant on the Kona crossover and the Elantra compact sedan. Each are front-wheel drive and are powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline four-cylinder engine that delivers 276 hp.
The Ioniq 5 N has a twin motor setup utilizing an 84-kilowatt-hour battery pack powering a 222-hp (166 kw) entrance motor and 377-hp (282 kw) rear motor for a mixed 599 hp (448 kw). Its prime velocity is 161 mph. Hyundai didn’t disclose the EV’s vary.
Distinct styling on the Ioniq 5 N consists of contrasting black exterior accents and a wing-type spoiler on the rear. A lip spoiler on the entrance accentuates its decrease stance; it sits 20 mm nearer to the bottom than the usual Ioniq 5. It is also 50 mm wider to accommodate 21-inch wheels and wider tires, and 80 mm longer due to a rear diffuser.
Inside, a checkered flag spin on Hyundai’s signature pixels are displayed on the door scuff panels, metallic pedals and footrest, along with different unique N-inspired badging and seat bolsters.
The Ioniq 5 N is also loaded with tech that backs up its track-ready look.
For sharper nook entry, the physique and the chassis characteristic reinforcements offering increased torsional rigidity and direct steering really feel, which Hyundai stated allow rally-inspired cornering.
A sensible software program perform referred to as N Pedal helps higher distribute the Ioniq 5’s dimension and weight, and prioritizes quick cornering over power effectivity.
The Ioniq 5 N makes use of different digital controls when drifting, together with N Drift Optimizer that balances a number of automobile controls responding to real-time inputs to take care of drift angle and Torque Kick Drift that simulates clutch kick motion for extra fast drift initiation.
A lift mode, referred to as N Grin Increase, maximizes acceleration and N Launch Management supplies three traction ranges for a race car-like begin. N Race mode offers the motive force management over the EV’s power utilization with an Endurance setting for extra vary and a Dash setting for shorter bursts of energy.
Whereas the Ioniq 5 N doesn’t change gears, N e-Shift mimics the sensory expertise of energy supply and the jolt of shifting an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission. N Energetic Sound + enhances the gearbox simulation with an ICE-like engine and exhaust soundtrack providing a touch of a futuristic EV. Hyundai stated these applied sciences are a direct response to efficiency lovers wanting extra driver suggestions from EVs.
To keep away from overheating, the EV’s battery thermal administration system has a bigger cooling space, higher motor oil cooler and battery chiller. It additionally has impartial radiators for the battery and motor to keep away from efficiency degradation earlier than and through monitor racing.
The Ioniq 5 N additionally options 400-mm entrance brakes with four-piston monobloc calipers and 360-mm rear discs constructed from light-weight materials. The regenerative braking system used for battery effectivity is tuned for enhanced braking efficiency and serves as the first supply of brake drive. Mechanical brakes complement on the monitor.