- Top EV for Thrill-Seekers: Hyundai IONIQ 5 N named "Best Fun Car" by Parkers experts.
- Blends Power with Playfulness: High-performance design with features like N Grin Boost and N Active Sound+.
- Award-Winning Success: Continues its award streak with accolades from TopGear, Autocar, and more.
Hyundai’s IONIQ 5 N is bringing the excitement, earning the title of “Best Fun Car” in the 2025 Parkers New Car Awards. This all-electric powerhouse has captured attention for its exhilarating drive, blending cutting-edge EV tech with the playful charm of a classic hot hatchback.
Parkers Editor Keith Adams praised the IONIQ 5 N for delivering a "petrol-powered hot hatch" feel that’s genuinely engaging. "This car feels like it was designed by true driving enthusiasts," Adams said, commending the IONIQ 5 N for its fun-focused approach to EV performance. Packed with motorsport technology from Hyundai’s N division, the IONIQ 5 N is built on Hyundai’s Electrified-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP) and pushes electric performance to new heights. With an impressive 0-62 mph time of 3.4 seconds and speeds up to 161 mph on the track, this EV is ready for action.
The IONIQ 5 N offers several performance perks, including the N Grin Boost, which provides a burst of acceleration for 10 seconds, and N e-shift, which mimics the shifting feel of a traditional transmission. Combined with the N Active Sound+ feature, which adds a deep, nostalgic engine-like soundtrack, the IONIQ 5 N is as exciting to listen to as it is to drive.
Ashley Andrew, President of Hyundai & Genesis UK, expressed pride in the IONIQ 5 N’s journey. “It’s incredibly rewarding to see the IONIQ 5 N receive such widespread acclaim. Being named ‘Best Fun Car’ by Parkers perfectly captures the essence of this model,” he said.
This award is the latest in a string of honours for the IONIQ 5 N, which has been celebrated as TopGear.com’s Car of the Year, 2024 World Performance Car, and Best EV Hot Hatch by CAR, among others. Available to order from £65,000, the IONIQ 5 N is a thrilling option for drivers seeking top-tier EV performance with a touch of personality. For more details, click here.
