TRYING EVERY DRIVE MODE OF HYUNDAI IONIQ 5 N! LAUNCH CONTROL, DRIFT MODE, THERMAL SETTINGS & MORE

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The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N is put through its paces on a closed proving ground, with the reviewer exploring its extensive drive modes, thermal management, and performance capabilities. While the car offers a vast array of customization options, including N Pedal, N Torque Distribution, and N Drift Optimizer, the reviewer finds the default N settings and Sport mode to be highly capable for spirited driving, even on a bumpy surface. The reviewer praises the car's exceptional thermal management, noting it barely increased battery temperature during intense testing, a significant advantage over other performance EVs. However, criticisms include the lack of a head-up display and sunroof in the US market, and the somewhat artificial feel of some simulated features like the N-Shift and N Drift Optimizer, though the latter is deemed better than the EV6 GT's. Despite these points, the reviewer concludes the Ioniq 5 N is an incredibly fun and capable enthusiast-oriented EV that offers a unique and engaging driving experience.