While the new Hyundai Elantra and IONIQ 5 are already quite appealing on their own, customers seeking more thrills will be delighted to know that Hyundai is offering the high-performance versions of these vehicles soon.
Recently unveiled at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS), the Elantra N and IONIQ 5 N can now be enjoyed by Filipino car enthusiasts. The N brand takes Hyundai’s highly successful and advanced motorsports engineering into actual production models.
Elantra N
The Elantra N draws inspiration from the Elantra N TCR, translating Hyundai’s motorsports winning DNA into road cars.
Exterior-wise, the Elantra N features a lower and wider stance and a bolder front bumper design. It comes with N-specific red accents that have been incorporated such as the strips at the front and rear bumpers as well as the side sill moldings. On the side, wider Michelin tires and larger brake discs have been installed unto the 19-inch alloy wheels to provide an even more superior grip. Then at the rear, a bridge wing-type spoiler wing has been added to improve aerodynamics and driving stability for maximum speed and faster corner exits. Additionally, the new Elantra N has an “Active Variable Exhaust” which pops for that satisfying sporty sound.
Inside, there’s the N-specific steering wheel, shift knob, instrument cluster, infotainment systems and leather seats. Its 10.25-inch display screen, with Apple Carplay and Android Auto connectivity, has a “Custom Mode” and N Button which transforms the screen to include with motorsport-inspired graphics.
The New Elantra will be sold in four different colors which are Atlas White, Abyss Black Pearl, Cyber Gray Metallic and Performance Blue for P2,738,000. It comes with a 2.0 turbocharged engine paired with an 8-speed dual clutch transmission. It produces a maximum power of 276-hp and torque of 392-nm. Moreover, taking only 5.3 seconds from 0 to 100 kph. This is made possible by the New Elantra N’s “Launch Control”, which is technology normally used in racing, that help reduce wheelspin during hard acceleration from a standstill.
IONIQ 5 N
The brand’s flagship and award-winning electric vehicle (EV), the IONIQ 5 also gets the N treatment.
In this execution, the IONIQ 5 N’s body and chassis have been reinforced to provide higher rigidity and a more responsive steering. Compared to the standard trim, it is 20-mm lower, 50-mm wider, and 80-mm longer. Allowing it to ride on larger 21-inch aluminium wheels wrapped in Pirelli P-Zero tires. These are accentuated by the wheel arch moldings that are unique to the IONIQ 5 N. There is a noticeable “Luminous Orange” accent on it as well which can be seen extending to the side skirts. Additionally, there is an exclusive rear spoiler and rear diffuser for better airflow control. Other N-only elements which can also be found at the back, ensuring better visibility, are the triangular High Mounted Stop Lamp (HMSL) brake light, black bumper cover with checker flag reflector graphics, and window wiper.
This same theme is carried over to the interior, as the steering wheel, apart from the signature N buttons, prominently features the N logo for the first time. The seats have been lowered and with reinforced bolsters to provide better stability during cornering and high lateral acceleration.
The IONIQ 5 N is Hyundai’s most powerful N model thus far. When N Grin Boost is engaged, it produces up to 650-Ps of power, reaches a top speed of 260 kph and takes only 3.40 seconds to boost from 0 to 100-kph. The N Battery Pre-Conditioning and N Race feature helps control energy usage to complement these. An N Torque Distribution and N Drift Optimizer were incorporated to allow drivers to enjoy the rally-inspired dual-motor All-Wheel Drive system coupled with sharper cornering.
While EVs typically don’t make engine noises, the IONIQ 5 N delivers that same feeling and sounds of driving a high-performance ICE car. Made possible by the state-of-the-art technology of the N E-shift and N Active Sound. This not only includes futuristic EV sounds but also ICE-like engine and exhaust sounds plus that gear-shifting feel.
The IONIQ 5 N will be on retail for P4,250,000 in 5 color options, Atlas White, Abyss Black Pearl, Cyber Gray Metallic, Performance Blue, and Performance Blue Matte. It will come with a 5 years or 200,000-km vehicle warranty, 8 years or 160,000-km high voltage battery warranty and automobile track coverage.
For the complete specifications and FAQs for the two N Brand models visit Hyundai’s website, www.hyundai.com/ph/n-brand.