The Electric Sports Car That Everyone Can Own
Hyundai has decided that electric sports cars shouldn’t just be for the elite; they want the thrill of driving to be accessible to the masses! Enter the new Ioniq 5 N Essentials trim, making waves in Korea with a price tag that doesn’t require a trust fund. Launched this week, it’s the cheapest ticket to ride the electric performance wave.
Same Thrill, Lower Price
With the Ioniq 5 N, you’re not just getting a pretty exterior adorned with sporty “N” badges; you’re also unlocking a cavalcade of cool features. Originally unveiled in 2023 as Hyundai’s first foray into electric sports, this astonishing EV is based on a dual-motor all-wheel drive (AWD) platform, cranking out a jaw-dropping 641 horsepower when you engage the N Grin Boost. Yes, you can drive this beauty and feel the rush of 601 hp even if you don’t (yet) engage the boost.
Smart Tech Meets Affordable Performance
Hyundai’s essence of performance isn’t just about raw power; it’s about smart driving too! The Ioniq 5 N includes advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) like highway driving assist, making your cruise feel like a breeze through the pines. And let’s not forget new goodies like the “parking assist lite” package to help you navigate parking with unparalleled finesse.
All of this starts at around 74.9 million won (or $54,000)—a competitive price that’s making other sports cars sweat in their rearview mirrors. So while we might have to wait a bit longer for this particular trim to land on U.S. shores, its sibling, the other Ioniq 5 N, is still looking like a champ at $66,200. With tax credits sweetening the deal, the future of driving might just be electric and within reach!
