The list of accomplishments under the Ioniq 5’s repertoire just keeps getting longer
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N has received the ‘Five-Star Car’ reward at the 2025 Autocar Awards. Among many other things, the performance electric hatchback was applauded for its dynamic capability, innovation and everyday usability. This award positions the Ioniq 5 among a select group of top-performing vehicles evaluated by Autocar. Let us delve into the specifics of this prestigious recognition.
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Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Bags ‘Five-Star Car’ Accolade At 2025 Autocar Awards
Autocar is unarguably among the most prominent automobile publications on the planet. In fact, it has been conducting its famed road test for close to a century. This award is bestowed upon vehicles which demonstrate exceptional performance across categories. Just to comprehend the rigorous standards of this test, only 3 models earned this top distinction this year.
In its official review, Autocar described the IONIQ 5 N as a “game changer” that is “blindingly good fun and capable of rising to any occasion in dynamic terms.” That is quite a claim and is validation of the kind of product it is. Talking about the hardcore performance, the EV belts out a whopping 641 hp of peak power with N Grin Boost mode. This propels the hot hatch from 0 to 60 mph (96 km/h) in a mere 3.4 seconds.
To offer an engaging experience to the users, the Ioniq 5 N boasts N e-Shift function, which simulates gear changes and engine-braking characteristics of ICE cars. It continues to enjoy flexibility with the E-GMP platform, which underpins many other Hyundai and Kia EVs. Other critical bits include track-spec thermal management, advanced regenerative braking, dedicated performance vehicle control software inspired by motorsport, V2L, advanced connectivity, etc.
Mark Tisshaw, Autocar Editor, said, “Cars that truly change the game have always been vanishingly rare, and that remains true in the topsy-turvy era the automotive industry is currently weathering. Yet the IONIQ 5 N is just that: a game-changer. With the arrival of the N, the electric driver’s car has landed, and it’s fully deserving of its perfect five-star Autocar road test.”
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I must admit it is quite impressive to see how many accolades the Hyundai Ioniq 5 has bagged in the last couple of years. Apart from that, it has also won many prestigious racing events, further highlighting its capabilities. Let us keep an eye out for what more it showcases in the future.