By Sagar Parikh & Shrawan Raja
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Line is a compelling pick in the segment, delivering a sportier visual treatment without a significant efficiency loss or a steep jump in pricing. We’ve experienced the car in the global specification, finished in the Ultimate Red Metallic colour, and here are some of our detailed observations:
Design
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Line builds on the familiar retro-futuristic design of the standard model, leaning more toward a large hatchback silhouette than a crossover. This trait is more evident on the N Line, which gives it a clean and consistent stance.
The unique front bumper exudes more aggression with the prominent V-shaped corners like on the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N. While it isn’t a performance model, it has a more exposed area in the intake grille to improve cooling and aid more sustained performance. A black Hyundai logo and a lip spoiler add to the sportier styling.
Omitted black wheel arch and door cladding, a silver decorative strip on the rocker panels, gloss black door mirrors, and exclusive 20-inch wheels continue the sporty and distinctive styling along the sides. At the rear, there’s a dedicated bumper design featuring a faux diffuser. The repositioned, vertically aligned reflectors look a little odd, but we’re only nitpicking at this point.
Interior
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Line retains the clean, heavily-digital layout of the standard model and avoids an over-minimalist approach by maintaining key physical controls. An N Line-specific steering wheel, designed similarly to the Ioniq 5 N, along with red contrast stitching and N branding, conveys the sportier styling theme without straying into excess.
The N Line variant of the Ioniq 5 also features red accents and a chequered-flag-inspired pattern on the pedals and front seats, along with an N logo on the latter. Relaxation seats in the front with electric lumbar support and memory (driver-only), ventilation, and heating functions enhance passenger comfort. The rear seats are also quite premium, including a heating function in the outer positions and electric sliding.
Experience in the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Line
Stepping into the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Line feels easy. I am six feet tall, and I sat comfortably in the driver’s seat. The front of the cabin offers excellent headroom, and forward visibility feels reassuring. Under-thigh support, lumbar support, and side bolstering all felt adequate during my time behind the wheel.
The rear air-conditioning vent is useful in hot weather, and since it is integrated into the B-pillars, the distribution feels more uniform than having them at the rear of the centre console.
In the back seat, the reclining function allowed me to settle into a relaxed position. Legroom and knee room felt generous, helped by the flat floor. Under-thigh support was acceptable, although I would have liked the floor to sit slightly lower.
Specifications
Hyundai offers the Ioniq 5 N Line in the UK in single-motor RWD and dual-motor AWD variants, both with an 84 kWh NMC battery pack. The former, with 168 kW (225 bhp) and 350 Nm (258 lb.-ft.) of torque, accelerates from 0 to 62 mph (0-100 km/h) in 7.5 seconds and achieves a top speed of 114 mph (185 km/h). It delivers a WLTP range of 354 miles (570 kilometres).
The dual-motor AWD variant increases the power and torque to 239 kW (320 bhp) and 605 Nm, respectively, cutting the 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) acceleration time to 5.3 seconds. It brings no improvement to the top speed, but the WLTP range takes a significant hit, dropping to 311 miles (500 kilometres).
Price
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Line’s prices in the UK range from GBP 47,555 to GBP 56,055. Currently, Hyundai is offering a discount of GBP 1,500 across all configurations of the Ioniq 5 N Line.
