Ancaster Hyundai Celebrates the IONIQ5 N Named Britain’s Best Electric Car
Ancaster Hyundai is thrilled to announce that Hyundai’s trailblazing IONIQ 5 N has been crowned Britain’s Best Electric Car at the prestigious cinch Car of the Year Awards. This accolade caps off an extraordinary 2024 for the high-performance EV, which has captured the attention of motoring experts and customers alike.
In addition to taking the top spot in the Electric Car category, the IONIQ 5 N earned further recognition as runner-up in the Performance Car category, demonstrating its unique ability to blend cutting-edge innovation with thrilling driving dynamics.
The cinch awards are determined by the platform’s expert content team, who test and evaluate cars across the year to identify the standout performers.
Speaking about the IONIQ 5 N, Sam Sheehan, cinch’s motoring editor, commented:
“The IONIQ 5 N goes where no electric car has gone before, simulating the power delivery and character of a petrol engine and gearbox so authentically that you’d be convinced it was real if you didn’t know otherwise. Most impressive is how it can do this while remaining true to the Hyundai N division hot hatch formula, blending an excellent driving experience with real-world daily usability. Little wonder it was named our Electric Car of the Year and came a close second in our Performance Car category.”
At the heart of the IONIQ 5 N’s success is Hyundai’s innovative E-GMP (Electrified-Global Modular Platform), coupled with motorsport-inspired technology from the brand’s acclaimed N division. The result is a car that redefines high-performance EVs, offering a thrilling driving experience while maintaining everyday practicality.
Reflecting on the recognition, Ryan Masoura, Hyundai Brand Manager at Ancaster Group, said:
“The IONIQ 5 N represents a new era of high-performance electric vehicles, and this award from cinch is a testament to Hyundai’s commitment to innovation and customer experience. At Ancaster Hyundai, we’re incredibly proud to offer a car that not only excels in technology and performance but also continues to win the hearts of drivers across Britain.”
The recognition from cinch follows a series of prestigious honours over the past 12 months for the IONIQ 5 N, including being crowned 2024 World Performance Car in the World Car Awards. It was also named Best EV Hot Hatch in the TopGear.com Electric Awards, Best Performance Car of 2024 by Autocar and Auto Express, and The Sunday Times’ Hot Hatch of the Year.
Ashley Andrew, President of Hyundai & Genesis UK, added:
“The IONIQ 5 N has raised expectations of what a high-performance EV can deliver. The fact that cinch has recognised it as the Best Electric Car on sale is a tribute to Hyundai’s leadership in this area. That’s great for buyers, and the good news is there is even more from the brand to come in 2025.”
As the IONIQ 5 N continues to make waves in the industry, Ancaster Hyundai looks forward to welcoming even more drivers to experience the future of high-performance EVs firsthand.
