Hyundai proves that electric isn’t… boring!

How to reconcile good ecological conscience and the pleasure of wheelie handling? With the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N model year 2025.

Hyundai has managed to build a modern image in just a few years. What’s their recipe? Sporty and dynamic communication. Of course, they are committed to the World Rally Championship with the driver’s title secured this year by Belgian Thierry Neuville. By the way, did you know that it was not Hyundai but Toyota that won the manufacturers’ title? No, because we tend to remember the driver more easily than their car, and Hyundai chose to bet everything on its star driver while Toyota spread out its efforts.

But on the road, this sporty image must be backed up, and Hyundai makes a strong statement with its IONIQ 5 N version 2025. Not only does this electric vehicle continue to break the idea that electric is synonymous with boredom, but it also features innovations that will make fans of sporty driving dream.

The highlight? The N Drift Optimizer mode with 10 levels. Yes, you read that correctly, 10 stages to perfect your drift technique. A kind of glide school like in Gran Turismo but in real life. Whether you’re a beginner or a real pro in counter-steering, the beast allows the driver to choose the level of control they desire. The car then more or less corrects human faults for a perfect drift. Clearly, when you get to the Pro mode, some driving skills are a must.

Hyundai hasn’t just worked on the drift mode. The N e-Shift, an 8-speed simulated gearbox, has also been refined. Yes, this car knows how to fake changing gears. What’s the point? Nothing, but it feels so good during use! It better manages downshifts by mimicking the engine brake of a thermal engine. An eco mode is available for more gentle trips, and the downshift memory function allows pre-selecting a lower gear that automatically engages at the right moment with a little heel-toe effect.

Hyundai promises even more soon in Europe, including a steering wheel that vibrates for alerts, similar to passing over a circuit vibrator. Naturally, such a vehicle won’t be accessible to everyone. It’s true, but the IONIQ 5 N is not reserved for an elite either, with an starting price of 78,000 Euros. Honestly, stop saying that the future of electric cars can’t be wickedly fun!

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