Pre-production examples Hyundai Ioniq 5 WOMEN was watched at the Nürburgring as the launch of the hot electric crossover neared.
Hyundai confirmed earlier this year The Ioniq 5 N will launch in 2023.
The latest spy shots show the Ioniq 5 N in gray, rather than the signature N-part Performance Blue as seen on previous prototypes.
The Ioniq 5 N has a deeper and more aggressive front spoiler, while at the rear there is a large roof spoiler and what appears to be a rear diffuser.
It also appears to have a wider track and wider fenders, as well as unique wheels and a lower ride height, although the headlights and taillights remain unchanged.
While our photographers weren’t able to shoot the interiors, we also expect aesthetic changes there, like sport seats and unique trim.
It has not been confirmed what will power the Ioniq 5 N, but it could provide more or more performance. Kia EV6 GT while focusing more on tracking performance.
Kia’s dual-motor all-wheel drive system produces 430kW of power and 740Nm of torque. Kia claims the EV6 GT can accelerate from 0-100km/h in just 3.5 seconds.
Currently, the most powerful Ioniq 5 pumps out 225kW and 605Nm.
Kia recently detailing the changes it was made for the EV6 to make the hot GT, also made and received by the Kia Australia team final stage local adjustment.
Unveiled here in the first quarter of 2023, the EV6 GT — which can cost around $100,000 — features a revised suspension, upgraded cooling, and a unique gear-ratio steering system.
It also has an electronic limited-slip differential and an electronically controlled suspension with semi-active high-performance dampers found only on the GT.
While we expect the Ioniq 5 N to get plenty of tweaks under the skin, it remains to be seen whether Hyundai’s Australian engineers will make any tweaks of their own.
The regular Ioniq 5 doesn’t get any local handling and ride tuning.
This still-new crossover is getting an update for 2023 that will bring retuned handling and driving, with Hyundai claiming wheel control, collision absorption and body control. is the focus of engineers.
With the updated Ioniq 5, Hyundai promises the ‘perfect’ combination of ride comfort and engaging dynamics “no matter the road or surface”.
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Hyundai executives have previously said N cars can use any number of powertrains, as long as they follow three principles: they should be an “everyday sports car.” an “everyday sports car” with tracking capabilities.
Ioniq 5 N will join Hyundai’s gasoline-powered N series of vehicles, which currently include i20 WOMEN, i30 FEMALEi30 Sedan N and Kona WOMEN.
It could be followed by an N version of the recently revealed Ioniq 6, which was previewed recently with the RN22e concept.
