Unveiled, the Hyundai RN24 gives us a glimpse of the future

During N Day 2024, its grand annual celebration, Hyundai unveiled an extraordinarily original sports model, the RN24.

N Day is an annual event created to promote the Hyundai brand and particularly its sporty branch, N. It was on this occasion that the RN24 was presented to the public. Manfred Harrer, executive vice president and head of the technical unit for development and performance laid the groundwork: “Hyundai N is not just a brand but a representation of our commitment to innovation and high performance. The RN24 reflects our bold ambitions for the future.”

As for boldness, that is confirmed. While the vehicle draws inspiration from various elements of other Hyundai models, its look and design make it a unique piece. The car has no doors, windows, or even a roof. It is stripped down but equipped with WRC-style roll bars.

Performance at the Heart of the RN24 Project

Inspired by the desire to integrate the most powerful EV powertrain into the smallest and lightest package possible, Hyundai N released the formidable dual-motor powertrain of 650 hp from the IONIQ 5 N. This has been installed in a compact native electric chassis still inspired by the WRC to give rise to a lightweight and agile electric vehicle.

To stay in line with Rally vehicle inspirations, the presence of adjustable dampers, high-rigidity underbody, and revised steering are also noteworthy. The RN24 also features a system, accessible from the steering wheel, that allows adjustment of power, acceleration responsiveness, and the intensity of regenerative braking.

This car possesses undeniable qualities and impressive statistics such as reaching 100 km/h in 3.4 seconds. Despite this, this model remains fully electric. Enough to possibly convince a few more skeptics who believe that motorsport and electric engines are incompatible.

For Hyundai, this “rolling laboratory” is not just there to showcase the Hyundai brand. The real goal is to create new discussions about next-generation high-performance electric vehicles. It remains to be seen whether Hyundai plans to produce this car in series in the short to medium term.

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