Assessing the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N’s Track Performance: EVs in the Real World

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Introduction

As the electric vehicle (EV) market continues to grow, the question remains: are EVs ready for mainstream use? To answer this, we took the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N on a track day to evaluate its performance and practicality. Our journey from Ann Arbor to Grattan Raceway in Belding, Michigan highlighted both the strengths and limitations of EV track day adventures.

Preparing for the Track

Our 134-mile drive commenced the night before the track day. Despite the Ioniq 5 N’s sufficient range, our lack of planning resulted in a crucial oversight: our hotel lacked EV charging facilities. Fortunately, we found a DC charger at our destination, ensuring the battery was fully charged for the demanding track conditions.

Track Day Performance

Once on the track, the Ioniq 5 N performed admirably in track mode, fine-tuning battery conditions for sustained laps. Without manual shifting or additional noise simulations, we garnered an authentic experience. However, the EV’s brake feel, crucial for driver confidence, lacked adequate feedback. Still, performance improved over repeated sessions, though our inability to charge at the track curtailed prolonged track time.

Infrastructure Challenges

The limiting factor for our track day was the charging infrastructure, or lack thereof. While places like WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca are equipped with Tesla Superchargers, most tracks, including Grattan Raceway, lack sufficient EV charging facilities. Until this infrastructure catches up, Middle America will find it challenging to consistently use EVs for track days.

Conclusion

The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N exemplifies the potential of performance-driven EVs. However, its utility for track days is currently hampered by insufficient charging infrastructure. As this infrastructure improves, the viability of EVs for diverse applications, including track use, will undoubtedly increase, gradually changing the landscape of automotive performance.

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Steven H. Cook
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