Hyundai has unveiled the all-new, fully-electric (EV) Hyundai Ioniq 6 N at the 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed. If you think EVs can’t be as fun as their petrol-powered counterparts, the Ioniq 6 N, together with its smaller sibling, the Ioniq 5 N, might just change that perception.
First things first, numbers. The Ioniq 6 N is powered by a similar dual-motor powertrain as its sibling that produces a combined 609 hp (448 kW), which can be temporarily increased to 650 hp (478 kW) for 10 seconds using the “N Grin Boost” feature.
With N Launch Control activated, this enables the super-sedan to sprint from 0-100 km/h in just 3.2 seconds up to a top speed of 257 km/h. While Hyundai has not yet revealed the official torque output, the Ioniq 5 N produces the same 650 hp and 770 Nm of torque for a 3.4-second 0-100 km/h time.
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N is equipped with an 84 kWh battery pack that supports 350 kW DC fast charging, enabling a 10-80% top-up in just 18 minutes. Hyundai states that the official range for the Ioniq 6 N will be announced closer to its regional market launch. For context, the Ioniq 5 N manages a WLTC range of 561 km, so we reckon the range of the Ioniq 6 N should be a little more than this figure given its more aerodynamic shape.
But this is not just a regular Ioniq 6 with a souped-up powertrain either; Hyundai states the suspension has been fully redesigned, and the chassis re-engineered with a new rear brace in the rear boot space for increased rigidity.
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Besides the cheekily named N Grin Boost, the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N is packed with a suite of N performance-oriented features to enhance the driving experience. These include:
- N e-shift and N Active Sound+: A feature that mimics the feel and sound of a gearbox, complete with customisable fake engine noises for upshifts and downshifts.
- N Torque Distribution: Offers 11 levels of adjustment to control how torque is distributed between the front and rear axles.
- N Battery: A preconditioning feature that optimises battery temperature for different driving scenarios, such as short drag races or longer track sessions.
- N Brake Regen: A dedicated system for maximising stopping power using regenerative braking.
- N Pedal: Adjustable pedal feel designed to help the car turn in more sharply on track.
- N Drift Optimiser: A dedicated drift mode that helps drivers maintain a drift angle, essentially turning the Ioniq 6 N into a smoke machine if they choose.
- N Track Manager: Enables the driver to analyse their on-track performance, such as laptimes and real-time ghost car analysis.
- N Ambient Shift Light: Interior lighting feature that visually cues the driver to precise shift points.
All of these performance goodies are wrapped in a sporty exterior that features aggressive front and rear bumpers, widened fenders, 20-inch alloy wheels wrapped in specially developed Pirelli P Zero 5 rubbers, and a large swan-neck rear wing to solidify its performance credentials. Despite the addition of these sporty elements, which would typically add drag to the slippery body of an EV, Hyundai states that the Ioniq 6 N impressively maintains a drag coefficient of just 0.27.
Inside, the Ioniq 6 N largely resembles its siblings but gains specific N-branded trimmings, including the steering wheel, seats, and a unique heads-up display. Based on official images, it appears the Ioniq 6 N will use traditional side mirrors instead of the digital ones available on the standard Ioniq 6.
Hyundai has not revealed any pricing information for the Ioniq 6 N at the time of its unveiling. For those hoping to see the high-performance EV in Malaysia, it is unfortunately not expected to arrive anytime soon.
This is because Hyundai Motor Malaysia (HMY) has confirmed it will be focusing on launching seven CKD petrol and hybrid models over the next five years while it continues to study the growing local EV market. However, the car industry is notoriously volatile, and plans often change, usually for the worse. In the case of the Ioniq 6 N’s absence, a future change of plans might just be a very good thing for Malaysian enthusiasts.
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