Fast Facts – 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N
⚡ Power: 601–641 horsepower (N Grin Boost active)
🛣️ Range: 221 miles EPA estimated
⏱️ 0–60 mph: 3.3 seconds (with launch control)
🔌 Charging: 10–80% in ~18 minutes (350 kW)
🎯 Price: Starts at $67,800 including destination
🏆 Safety: IIHS Top Safety Pick+
The Ioniq 5 was the first vehicle in Hyundai’s rebranded Ioniq lineup, following a shift to more futuristic electric models. It landed with impressive performance and range, a long list of tech and safety features, and striking retro-futuristic styling. For 2025, Hyundai expanded the Ioniq 5 catalog with the high-performance N model, which packs blazing acceleration and a load of electronic go-fast tricks.
I recently spent a week testing the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N, and its performance is certainly inspiring. But fair warning: the immense number of options and settings can be a little bewildering if you're not used to such a tech-forward experience.
Stunning Electric Acceleration
“N” is Hyundai-speak for performance, and the Ioniq 5 N represents a serious step forward in speed, handling, and aggressive styling for the compact EV. Its dual-motor electric powertrain cranks out a staggering 601 horsepower and 545 pound-feet of torque in normal driving conditions. Fire up the temporary N Grin Boost driving mode and you’ll push that output to 641 horsepower and 568 pound-feet of torque.
Like in other EVs I've tested, the Ioniq 5 N’s power delivery came on strong from the moment I first pressed the accelerator pedal, but the difference was in the force of the shove that press delivered. Acceleration was smooth and linear, making it extremely easy to reach extra-legal speeds quickly. The run to 60 mph from a standstill takes just 3.3 seconds with N Grin Boost and launch control active.
A Matter of Modes
The Ioniq 5 N has four normal driving modes and two customizable settings: Eco, Normal, Sport, N, N Custom 1, and N Custom 2. Eco mode tones things down to prioritize efficiency over performance, while Normal mode is an everyday drive setting with middle-of-the-road throttle response and the standard 601-horsepower output. Sport mode sharpens the throttle, and the N modes introduce more aggressive settings for the limited-slip differential, torque distribution, and more.
Of course, the tradeoff for all that performance is in range, which tops out at an EPA estimated 221 miles. That’s a pretty significant drop from the most efficient version of the standard Ioniq 5, which the EPA says returns 318 miles on a charge. But buyers looking for this kind of EV can likely look past a dip in efficiency for all that fun. Plus, like its standard counterpart, the N features an 800-volt electrical architecture that enables 350-kilowatt fast charging, giving it the ability to charge from 10 to 80 percent in just 18 minutes. It's one of the fastest charging EVs on the market today.
Performance-Focused Driving Experience
That giddy acceleration is just part of the Ioniq 5 N’s story. It features fully variable front and rear torque distribution with 11 driver-selectable levels. The electronically controlled suspension system works with beefy dampers and additional wheel sensors to provide responsive body control. However, the Ioniq 5 N is not a smooth luxury cruiser in any of its numerous driving modes. While it can corner at tremendous speeds, seemingly ignoring its 4,861-pound curb weight, the suspension doesn’t do much to iron out road imperfections.
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The EV’s regenerative braking system has been retuned to help prevent brake fade on the track, and one of the coolest parts of the Ioniq 5 N's setup is its e-Shift feature, which simulates the feel of a gear change in a vehicle with an internal-combustion engine. It's pretty unique for an EV to offer this kind of traditional transmission feel, considering most EVs deliver power in a continuous rush without having to shift gears. Even better, when paired with the also-simulated engine sounds, I found this feature fun, and it definitely boosted the driving experience.
All of those settings and options sound great on paper, and they can generate truly impressive performance numbers, but for a daily driver, it can feel like there's a lot going on. Hyundai offers so many options that the initial setup can be overwhelming. I usually bypassed the more detailed drive mode customization options in favor of the default Sport and N driving modes, which can be accessed with one button press instead of digging through the infotainment system.
That said, everyday use will be easy once you get the hang of it. Additionally, the hyper-detailed, granular digital controls fit with the Ioniq 5’s look and attitude, and they likely appeal to a good number of tech-forward buyers. Hyundai gave the Ioniq 5 so much power and so many setup choices that it almost feels like a video game at times, especially with those fake engine noises pumping through the speakers.
Nicer-Than-Expected Interior
Some performance models slack on interior quality, with most of their development budgets going to speed upgrades, but Hyundai did a great job with the Ioniq 5 N’s cabin. It features grippy Eco Alcantara and synthetic leather upholstery with heated and ventilated front sport bucket seats. The Ioniq 5 N’s front seats are more forgiving than in other EVs I've sat in and are very supportive. It also offers good ergonomics for the driver, with all screens, displays, and controls within easy reach.
The back seats have a decent amount of headroom and legroom, but the bench seat lacks support and padding, which can move rear passengers around more than expected when taking corners. But most people won't be hitting the racetrack with passengers on board anyway, so the bolstering and thigh support it does have should be enough for normal driving.
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Hyundai equips a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster and a 12.3-inch touchscreen. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and an eight-speaker Bose audio system are also standard. Hyundai’s infotainment interface is less flashy and lacks some of the fancy animations that its rivals’ systems offer, but that simplicity makes it easy to understand and use. There are indeed almost countless performance settings built into the interface, but the basic functions — audio, phone calls, and navigation — all work flawlessly and are easy to find and understand.
Practicality and Safety Remain
The Ioniq 5 N retains the generous cargo space of the standard model. It offers 26.1 cubic feet of space with the rear seats upright and 59.3 with the bench folded flat. Those numbers are decent, but it's not a class leader. Additionally, the crossover’s uniquely shaped rear hatch could make it more challenging to carry taller items, as the rear window slopes dramatically inward toward the roofline. Interior storage is solid, with a large cubby under the center console and generously sized front door pockets. While the armrest cubby is laughably tiny, the glove box has a good amount of space.
The 2025 Ioniq 5 earned a Top Safety Pick+ award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, thanks in part to its generous number of standard driver-assistance features. Hyundai’s safety alerts are nicely integrated with the rest of the vehicle systems, and the blind spot camera system made me far more confident during lane changes.
A Lot of GO for the Dough
The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N starts with an MSRP of $67,800, including a $1,600 destination fee. While that’s not outrageous by high-performance car standards, it’s a significant jump over the standard Ioniq 5, which climbs to the mid-$50,000s in its most expensive form. Hyundai doesn’t offer any added-cost options, however, and the vehicle comes equipped with all the goodies out of the box. The only upgrades are premium paint colors and a handful of accessories, which can add up to $1,000 to the price tag.
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