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Hyundai’s high-performance EV “IONIQ 5 N” wins TopGear.com’s “Car of the Year” award
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・Hyundai N brand’s first high-performance EV wins TopGear.com’s “Car of the Year” award
・A game changer that Top Gear judges praised as “opening a new page” ・IONIQ 5 N, which boasts a maximum output of 650PS, is available for order starting from 65,000 pounds
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Leatherhead (UK)/Seoul, announced on November 29, 2023 – Hyundai N brand’s first high-performance EV, IONIQ 5 N, was named “Car of the Year” at the “2023 TopGear.com Awards” We received the award and got off to a good start.
The IONIQ 5 N was first unveiled at the Goodwood Festival of Speed held in July of this year, and quickly became a new choice for enthusiasts who want to enjoy EV cars on both public roads and circuits. It is attracting attention. It has been highly praised around the world as a pioneering blueprint for the future of Hyundai N brand EV vehicles.
This high-performance model combines the E-GMP (EV-dedicated platform) of the standard model IONIQ 5, which won the 2022 “World Car of the Year” award, with technology and know-how cultivated in motorsports. and take driving enjoyment to new heights. This car was named the best car of the past 12 months, but what impressed the Top Gear judges was its unwavering focus on providing maximum driving fun and excitement. Probably.
“Hyundai’s engineers initially wanted to make the IONIQ 5 N feel like a flashy gasoline car, but over time they began to explore what an EV could do. Utilizing the digital domain of , we have significantly increased the number of adjustable parameters.As a result, the car drives in a way that you wouldn’t expect from a large EV, both on public roads and on the track.It’s a car that surprisingly exceeds expectations. .I don’t mean ‘for an EV…’ but it’s really the best.It’s opened a new page not only for electric cars, but also for automobiles,” said Top Gear writer and car expert.・The Year judge Paul Horrell says:
The success of the IONIQ 5 N has enabled Hyundai’s N brand to win the Top Gear Car of the Year award for the second time in three years, following the i20 N in 2021.
“Being named Top Gear Car of the Year 2023 is a testament to the Hyundai N brand’s passion for innovation and commitment to its customers. It pushes the envelope and delivers an exciting
all-electric driving experience, as well as exhilarating adventures on the road and track. We are grateful for this honor and are committed to continuing to deliver high performance to everyone. We want to continue to uphold our mission,” said Till Wartenberg, managing director of Hyundai Motor Company’s N Brand Motorsports Division. One of the technical advances in the IONIQ 5 N that impressed the judges was the powertrain, which features increased power output, improved battery cooling and improved braking performance. The IONIQ 5 N’s electric motor delivers up to 21,000 rpm, up to 609 PS in normal output and up to 650 PS in NGB mode, delivering acceleration for up to 10 seconds. This means it can go from 0-62 mph (100 km/h) in 3.4 seconds and reach a top speed of 161 mph (approximately 260 km/h) on the track.
A number of upgrades create an unforgettable driving experience, including a more powerful steering column for improved feedback, electronic suspension that adjusts suspension firmness depending on drive mode, and advanced electronic control technology from the E-GMP platform. will deliver. Of particular note are the N-Pedal, an intelligent software function that enables instant turn-in and increased throttle sensitivity for crisp cornering, and the N-Torque Distribution, which allows fully variable front and rear torque distribution. “is.
It also adopts “N e-shift,” setting a new benchmark in terms of emotional engagement for performance EVs. “N e-shift” simulates the 8-speed dual-clutch transmission of internal combustion engine N cars, while “N Active Sound ” provides a convincing soundtrack that emphasizes the power of the EV. .
Hyundai has been receiving high praise one after another over the past year, and this award is the latest recognition for Hyundai’s impressive product line. In April 2023, Hyundai IONIQ 6 was crowned “World Car of the Year,” “World Electric Vehicle,” and “World Car Design of the Year.” , which is comparable to the achievement of Hyundai IONIQ 5 in 2022.
The IONIQ 6 was also named “Saloon of the Year” by GQ magazine and “Best Company Car” by Autocar magazine. Auto Express magazine named the TUCSON “Best Midsize SUV” and the New i10 “Best City Car.” The SANTA FE was named “Seven Seater of the Year” by What Car? magazine, and the new KONA and i20 N were named “Best Small Family Car” and “Best Hottest” respectively at the Car Buyer Awards. Selected for the Hatch Award.
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