Breaking: IONIQ 5 N Awarded Five‑Star Car at 2025 Autocar Awards

Main Announcement

On June 25, 2025, Hyundai’s IONIQ 5 N was confirmed as a Five‑Star Car by Autocar magazine, joining only two other models worldwide in achieving this prestigious accolade.

 

Performance Highlights

The vehicle features dual motors producing a total of 478 kW (650 PS) and 770 Nm of torque, powered by an 84 kWh battery, along with advanced tech like N e‑Shift and N Active Sound+ for an immersive driving experience [oai_citation:9‡g-enews.com](https://www.g-enews.com/article/Industry/2025/06/202506251559084031112616b072_1?utm_source=chatgpt.com) [oai_citation:10‡en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyundai_Ioniq_5?utm_source=chatgpt.com).

 

Editorial Praise

Autocar described the IONIQ 5 N as a “game‑changer” — praising its dynamic capability, driving engagement, and usability across various conditions .

 

Market Impact

This marks the first time a Hyundai model has received Autocar’s top rating, enhancing the brand’s stance in the performance EV segment and reinforcing its global competitiveness.

 

Expert Concerns

Automotive analysts note that while technical excellence is commendable, mainstream adoption will depend on usability factors like charging infrastructure and cost‑effectiveness.

 

2025년 6월 25일, 현대 자동차 아이오닉 5 N은 오토카 2025 어워즈에서 파이브스타 카로 선정되었습니다. 478 kW/770 Nm 성능, 84 kWh 배터리, N e‑Shift 탑재 등 혁신 기술이 적용된 이 모델은 오토카로부터 “게임 체인저”로 평가받았습니다. 이는 현대차 브랜드의 EV 퍼포먼스 영역 강화와 글로벌 경쟁력 증대에 중요한 이정표가 될 전망입니다.