2025 HYUNDAI IONIQ 5 N: AN ULTRA-FAST EV HOT HATCH

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Doug DeMuro reviews the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N, the high-performance variant of Hyundai's electric crossover. He highlights its aggressive exterior revisions, including larger wheels, enhanced brakes, and a distinctive rear diffuser and spoiler. Under the hood, while there's no engine, Hyundai has added a cosmetic cover. The Ioniq 5 N boasts 640 horsepower but comes with a reduced range of 200 miles and a starting price of $67,500. DeMuro praises the sport bucket seats but criticizes their manual operation at this price point. A standout feature is the simulated engine sound and gear shifting, which he finds surprisingly engaging and a potential benchmark for future performance EVs, despite reservations about the chosen sound profile. The interior also features N-specific screens for performance tuning, including drift mode and torque optimization. While the handling is competent, it doesn't quite match the "hot hatch" feel. Overall, DeMuro finds the Ioniq 5 N to be a thrilling, well-packaged, and technologically advanced vehicle, though he suspects its high price and niche appeal might limit sales.