---
title: "Watch the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Attack the Nurburgring"
date: "2022-07-06"
modified: "2022-07-06"
authors:
  - name: "Lewin Day"
    job_title: "Contributor"
    link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/lewin-day"
url: "https://www.thedrive.com/news/watch-the-hyundai-ioniq-5-n-attack-the-nurburgring"
categories:
  - "Car Tech"
  - "Electric Vehicles"
  - "Hyundai News"
  - "News"
  - "News by Brand"
tags:
  - "Electric Vehicle"
  - "Hyundai"
  - "Ioniq 5 N"
  - "suv/crossover"
---

# Watch the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Attack the Nurburgring

![](<https://www.thedrive.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/07/2023-Hyundai-IONIQ-5-N-Prototype-First-Ever-Fully-Electric-N-Model-Spied-Testing-At-Nurburgring-0-2-screenshot-1.jpg>)
*\<em\>YouTube/CarSpyMedia\</em\>*

The 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N was spotted testing at the Nurburgring this week, captured on video by *[CarSpyMedia.](<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2l0zLwCnwV0>)*

The Ioniq 5 N is the company's first fully-electric performance model, earning the coveted N badge. It's expected to feature a similar powertrain to the upcoming [Kia EV6 GT](<https://www.thedrive.com/news/39985/kia-ev6-up-to-577-hp-316-miles-of-range-and-incredibly-sharp-looks>), which features a dual-motor setup good for 577 hp. Both the EV6 and the Ioniq 5 are based on Hyundai's E-GMP EV platform, also shared with the [Ioniq 6 sedan](<https://www.thedrive.com/news/hyundai-ioniq-6-a-sci-fi-streamliner-gunning-for-luxury-ev-sedans>).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2l0zLwCnwV0

In video captured by *CarSpyMedia,* we see the Ioniq 5 N attacking a few segments of the Nürburgring at pace. It's difficult to get an accurate sense of speed, especially without the roar of an engine to tell us what the driver's right foot is doing. However, the stance under brakes and leans into the turns show us the Ioniq 5 N is indeed hustling.

The electric SUV is seen in a striking checkerboard livery, emblazoned with the words "never just drive." The car also features sticky low-profile tyres on large wheels, and appears to ride lower than regular [Ioniq 5](<https://www.thedrive.com/new-cars/43395/2022-hyundai-ioniq-5-first-drive-review-more-evs-like-this-please>) models.

![](<https://www.thedrive.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/07/2023-Hyundai-IONIQ-5-N-Prototype-First-Ever-Fully-Electric-N-Model-Spied-Testing-At-Nurburgring-0-30-screenshot-scaled.jpg>)
*YouTube/CarSpyMedia*

![](<https://www.thedrive.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/07/2023-Hyundai-IONIQ-5-N-Prototype-First-Ever-Fully-Electric-N-Model-Spied-Testing-At-Nurburgring-1-10-screenshot-scaled.jpg>)
*YouTube/CarSpyMedia*

![](<https://www.thedrive.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/07/2023-Hyundai-IONIQ-5-N-Prototype-First-Ever-Fully-Electric-N-Model-Spied-Testing-At-Nurburgring-0-43-screenshot-scaled.jpg>)
*YouTube/CarSpyMedia*

![](<https://www.thedrive.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/07/2023-Hyundai-IONIQ-5-N-Prototype-First-Ever-Fully-Electric-N-Model-Spied-Testing-At-Nurburgring-1-7-screenshot-scaled.jpg>)
*YouTube/CarSpyMedia*

In certain shots, the test vehicle is fitted with wheel-mounted telemetry sensors. These appear similar to models produced by [ATI Telemetry](<https://www.atitelemetry.com/product/wheel-mounted-telemetry-systems/>), and are capable of capturing data on wheel rotation, suspension movements, and other parameters. It's likely that Hyundai is capturing huge amounts of data to help in tuning the suspension and handling of the electric SUV.

The N brand is known primarily for building hot hatches with [razor-sharp handling](<https://www.thedrive.com/new-cars/2022-hyundai-i20-n-review-a-five-door-firecracker-tuned-for-maximum-joy>). Getting similar results out of a much larger and heavier SUV sporting a large battery is no mean feat. The Nürburgring makes a perfect venue to help develop those characteristics as much as possible.

https://twitter.com/Hyundai_Global/status/1544248485712732160?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1544248485712732160%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cnet.com%2Froadshow%2Fnews%2Fhyundai-n-day-2022-teaser-performance-evs%2F

Hyundai has announced that N Day 2022 will take place on July 15. This event will reveal more details on the upcoming Ioniq 5 N. News is also expected regarding an Ioniq 6 N and potentially a further sports car model.

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## Author
Lewin Day is a contributing writer tackling everything from breaking news after the offices empty out to sharing feature articles on wrenching, robotics, and the trials and tribulations of being a down-to-earth car enthusiast. He lives in Adelaide, Australia.

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