Is the 2025 Ioniq 5 N the BEST new 600HP performance car to BUY?

FIRST LOOK: The Ionic 5 N is here and Hyundai wants to destroy the competition. On the outside you will discover extra aero bits, Performance Blue paint and the largest brakes ever placed on any Hyundai vehicle. On the inside you will be greeted by a unique race car inspired steering wheel and seats. Powering the Ioniq 5 N are (2) electric motors producing over 600HP. Is the 2025 Ioniq 5 N the BEST new 600HP performance car to BUY?
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[@jraheemjefcoat429]

People were complaining about no rear wiper on the Ioniq 5. Now it finally has one, Joe zonked it! 😂😂😂

[@BUEAU]

Should have been placed at the top instead... Oops

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

@@BUEAU There’s no room for it. That big triangle brake light is in the way. Hyundai had to compromise by giving what consumer wants, a rear wiper.

[@blessingchizema9154]

Gotcha 😅😅😅

[@HunterXray]

Joe will always zonk rear wipers that aren't tucked up under the rear spoiler. I happen to agree 100%. :)

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

@@HunterXray Not always. He always gets sub compact SUVs a pass with the rear wipers not being tucked. Even his very own Honda Type-R doesn’t have a rear wiper tucked in. But you don’t see him zonking it.

[@tomdrummy4984]

The hardest working team on KZbin ! Thanks Joe and Lori 👍

[@RaitisRides]

I appreciate you saying that Tom!

[@richardwalther6229]

For $70K, I think I’d buy two Elantra Ns…manual for track, auto for commuting.

[@gtiz5]

IMO, Yours is by far the best (to-the-point) showroom report of the 5N model. Looking forward to viewing your driving test video. Great work, Joe!

[@bagirockcarlguksoo1786]

you have no idea..... until you actually drive for it.... trust me... this car is crazy... i don't care .. interiors and outeriors .... don't get me wrong i like it a lot but ... you must must must actually drive the car ... then you be like .....W O W !!! Hyundai has done great job with this amazing car !!!!

[@internetuser736]

Looks clean with the blue, black and red. Always quality videos

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you for that

[@bryanwashington9511]

Joe is the only guy that can bring us 600 horses of electricfied power unlike anyone else and Lori working her muscles behind the camera!

[@davidp2888]

I've always looked forward to this time of year when manufacturers are releasing the new/refreshed models. Thanks for saving me trips to the car shows, Joe!

[@RaitisRides]

It really is exciting and I am so glad that I can bring it to you!

[@Neptunesplayground0]

Depending on what price and range ends up being for this guy. It may be the EV i've been waiting for to make the switch. Great video as always!

[@RaitisRides]

Oh wow that’s huge! You are so very welcome!

[@tylerdurden6917]

It’s going to be $111,000 plus alterations & customizations

[@MurseTech64]

Saw the Top Gear on this as well. Amazing vehicle! Joe, you need to get a go in it! Good to see more actual performance vehicles coming out.

[@RaitisRides]

I will actually be driving it soon!

[@floridaman7]

They still make top gear episodes?

[@krane15]

@@floridaman7 Yes, and its still the #1 car review channel

[@Boomtendo4tw]

Love the color. Love the design. Looks like a Deloreon turned into a hot hatch

[@boogiedownkid5465]

Thanks for bringing this Joe. I’ve seen some European reviews of this car but can’t wait for you to go on throttle. One thing that this car has is the simulated gears that are supposed make you feel like it’s a gas motor and sound. I’m curious to see what your take is when you drive it. If manufacturers go in that direction, I may give it a shot. I need an EV that will make me feel something on the twisty bits and I think that’s what Hyundai is going for.

[@zgSH4DOW]

I wouldn't mind if every new car from every brand was in this color combination Hyundai has their hero colors nailed

[@RaitisRides]

Good call on that one.

[@curiosityredpill7030]

Then it would be overuse like cyber grey, cement grey,grey this grey that !

[@ArseneLupin786]

I'm hoping they release a Kona N for the new gen. I'd consider that over this N Ioniq because it won't be marked up by dealers.

[@Kokinkun]

Congrats on 1M subs Joe and Lori! You both have seriously earned it! The panoramic glass roof is available as an option for the I5N in other countries like Australia, let's hope it's possible for the US as well. I did see the glass roof on one of the I5N during the unveiling debut in Korea. That said, I hope they come out with a trim level one step down that still has the cool N look and aero bits but less power (aka more range) while retaining more creature comforts from the regular Ioniq 5 like the fully reclining seats and panoramic glass roof. I would love to buy that as an "upgrade" to my aging WRX wagon.

[@dominickirkwood]

Joe and Lori and Steve and keep up the good work and I love the video 👏 👍

[@WestCoastChicano]

Mr. Joe, another gr8 video. You've done it again! 🚙 🇺🇸 🔌💪

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks brother!

[@mtbker30]

Nice review Joe!

[@jond4328]

This is the ONLY True Sports car that's fully electric. So good on you Hyundai..... keep killing it

[@rs6578]

Nice review as always. What I zonk is not having HUD. I am really surprised as my current I5 top trim has it and I expected the same in this as well. I have been driving vehicles with HUD for several years and I bought one in between without it and realized how much I missed it. I think once you are used to it is a must.

[@tk9839]

Congrats on 1 mil subs. as a result of your dedication and hard work, very happy for you...I5N is not perfect but a very interesting car.

[@qrlee6762]

Ioniq 5N: Transformer looking I-5 to new aggressive grills to look like Tom Hardy character in Mad Max, Fury Road. Love the Matt baby blue color with bright orange sprinkled in the right places. Sweet! It should outperform any ICEV supercars. It is giving competition to Tesla and Porsche, better for consumers. One does not want any one brand to be stagnant.

[@slothyhead6160]

Awesome car reviews !!

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you for letting me bring it to you.

[@dusandestanovic5884]

I have no doubts about it. Love the way the interior is done, everything is positioned to suit the driver's needs while driving.

[@volcalstone]

The screen isn't curved towards the driver so I'm not sure what you're talking about

[@anthonybaez52]

Which electric car you prefer? Tesla Model 3 performance or Hyundai Ioniq 5 N

[@RaitisRides]

If I was forced to choose between those 2 vehicles I would go with this Ioniq 5 N

[@kingpikachuthethird]

You have no idea how excited I am for this car and the 2024 Elantra N! Hopefully we can see a video for that soon too

[@omarcortes5754]

It looks pretty good and it's quite powerful. Not that bad.

[@RaitisRides]

Would you buy it Omar?

[@eckotron]

I've owned 3 Hyudai's and liked them all. I feel like people who are looking to buy a Hyundai are not looking to spend $70k

[@nhlba3301]

The no Panoramic roof hurts my feelings couldve at least have ambien lighting up there its a Zoink for me but still a phenomenal vehicle 🔥👌🏽👍🏼!!

[@baohoaily]

I love the way this looks for sure.😊

[@roustabout4fun]

There's a lot to love, like, and not like about this but very interesting.. S. Korea loves to compete with Japan, and they are doing a fine job.

[@NebulaIsTaken]

Was waiting for you to review this Joe! What do you think about the electronic gears?

[@nevco8774]

Actually I am very pleased to see rear winshield wiper back in business. I understand Joe likes it tucked under the spoiler. I like any wiper with sprinkle to help it clean the glass. Living in Pacific North West in the winter, we noticed during raining ride a fine layer of mud get the glass covered in just 10-15 miles. Without a wiper and sprinkler the driver has to stop, wash it out to continue the trip. I love very comfortable ride in the driver seat of Ioniq5. However I would chose a harsher ride in its N version just to have the wiper.

[@ChrisGelo-2468]

Very cool N vehicle Raiti. However, it has one fatal flaw. And it starts with an E. And no its not because you can fit more Entemans Coffee Cakes than Hostess brand ones. ( Because they skimp on the portion size now) Lol 😅 Cause I would go Hostess all the way, get my money's worth! Same idea, I ould go Elantra N over Ioniq 5 N cause of the 'E' flaw ⚡️⚡️⚡️

[@RaitisRides]

Trust me I am right there with you Chris!

[@pnsmexico]

Thank u for that review. I just literally went And sat in the very same car you touched yesterday at the LA auto show and I can't wait to try to become the first 10 owners in LA next year. I had many questions for the employees but none could answer becuz they didn't know when dealers can take deposits. Oh well. I'll just have to wait and keep my eyes open.

[@SiriasisOFFICIAL]

Hyundai is officially 'cool' now

[@takaradope]

Hey Joe just to add there is a simulated 8 speed dual clutch that you can use the paddles for

[@jacobsmith5543]

I love it. Gotta zonk for no sunroof, but other than that it seems solid to me. Waiting to hear how it sounds from the outside (even if it's fake, if it sounds good I'll take it); if it's good, I'll have to make the switch from my Elantra N.

[@daymon6868]

Dude that rear wiper never got to me until you pointed it out. Now it drives me crazy lol

[@jonjonsshreds3312]

Joe is the type of guy to recommend a Hyundai when someone looks for a 600hp car

[@RaitisRides]

Yeah right 😂

[@dukewaldsmith2132]

I went from watching Doug and others to just Joe now.. can't stand the sound of Doug's voice.. and thhhhisss . Sounds like he's programmed with a T-Mobile sim card or something Joe is the man... guess what I'm returning to Florida soon..from Chicago now in California but got family in Florida and going there ... I rather be in Texas but.. it is what it is for the moment .. Joe hope we meet ..so we can go on throttle together ..

[@chuckmccall1]

Thank You! "Joe", Okay- let's get to it: Sunroof is a Must!, A Better SPOILER at the rear (On Top) "One that makes a Statement for 600 HP", & Seats MUSt Be Powered! Then I think we will have Perfection! 😎😋😊😁

[@simonhall1328]

Ah but, those Pumas🇬🇧👍

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Simon!

[@simonhall1328]

@@RaitisRides And a Pumas top, are sponsored 🤔

[@user-qj3yo5pm2k]

Awesome

[@SK.0611]

Were you able to film Elantra N and N line?

[@RaitisRides]

Yes please stay tuned!

[@BUEAU]

That car is a freak of nature I absolutely love it please bury me in that car when I die.

[@flubberlane8437]

Good Morning Raiti !😀

[@RaitisRides]

Morning my friend

[@TorgoLives]

1st drive will tell the tale. I have a GV60 Performance. I love it, but it drives like a boat compared to many sporty ICE cars. I heard the Ionic 5 is very similar. I have my doubts that the 'N' version can make up for all that heavy low weight of the batteries. I love the looks but not sure I want to give up massage and ventilated seats.

[@paulwardzynski3265]

Great (static) review and information thank you. Electric car with manual seats, contradiction in terms!

[@nimahassanpour7201]

i love it❤

[@yoosteve1885]

First electric sports car ever made in human history

[@MWAclanGaming]

Why didn't they put those piston brake calipers on the Elentra N.

[@anthonybaez52]

That’s looks cool

[@RaitisRides]

It defentley has a unique look for sure!

[@youngmanchake]

Insane electric performance car with comfortable family car characteristics.. Wow. What haven'ta you got?

[@damaylaphoenix1155]

keep there tears in the armrest ! lol i like that !

[@wardellward]

I’m diggin that color

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like it.

[@wardellward]

@@RaitisRides yes sir

[@maoinc13]

I love this car 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@Sam-un5km]

Do they have it and gas?

[@joeymadden7456]

Wow thats awesome

[@btchidz]

🔥🔥

[@RaitisRides]

It truly is!

[@Sparky6115]

Didn’t care for electric vehicles at all (nothing against them, just none caught my eye) until I saw this. I’m in love with the looks, Hyundai is killing it with their N vehicles.

[@Sparky6115]

Oof just got to the price tho 😬

[@xeekk]

The current N cars have red accents but here you say it’s orange, it still looks red to me, but did they change the scheme to orange?

[@reedyg666]

Joe promise you’ll do a review on the Ioniq 6 N! When it gets here Now that’s gonna be an EV worth having!!

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

Yeah, Of course Joe.

[@Khaled-eo9mr]

Im really interested in this car but sadly if the MSRP comes out to be true, then ill probably be better off getting a Lucid Air Pure around that price point

[@ruturaj47]

Pure would lack few functions, have lower HP and lack LSD. It would be much better otherwise due to range though.

[@mtnman3MTA3]

This is very nice. I’d rather have a C2 or a C8 for about the same price. I like rear wipers if the window doesn’t have a defrost function.

[@ruturaj47]

Completely different cars, this is like a hot hatch that does fun and practicality. This has more rear leg room than full size sedans while Corvette doesn't even have a 2nd row.

[@mystictk4149]

nice

[@iRapplexD]

I been waiting for YOUR review on this! It saddens me they decided to start at 70k instead 63k and no vision roof, no hud, no alcantara steering wheels and very few color available.

[@danielroddy8146]

Will there be an N version of the Ioniq 6?

[@felipezapata9693]

I’m not mad at it!

[@RaitisRides]

That sounds good to me.

[@CRatcliffe]

Ooof 70k is around what I expected and there will sadly be markups. A plaid is 85k if there’s a 10k markup it’s gunna be a tough sell.

[@123bigred]

If its cheap.."hoping"...this would be the first Hyundai I would consider buying. my parents in the late 90s early 2000s purchased a Hyundai sonata.. It was very unreliable..I was the teenager helping my mom trying to figure out why it was overheating and stalling..lol

[@MrAdams-zg6gv]

Ok I'm NOT a fan of all electric vehicles..... BUT! I AM A BIG FAN OF THIS ONE! This shit is HOT!!! Might be my first EV vehicle... 🤔

[@93ksj]

Let’s goooo

[@RaitisRides]

I’m ready if your ready!

[@navyman8314]

Niceeeee, backseat movement!

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you!

[@HunterXray]

I'm going to get a "ZONK" sticker and put in on my rear wiper, in honor if Joe. :)

[@michaels8342]

What? Manual seats and no sun roof at that price..ridiculous!, thanks for bringing this.. hope you and Lori are doing well!

[@BarooqNation]

I want this car

[@henrikhook.]

Joe. 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N for a test drive as soon as you get the chance.😉

[@jimmydeneus7109]

💯💯🙏

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Jimmy for letting me share it with you!

[@BarRYK333]

Very impressive performance numbers but the interior doesn't say 70k with the re purposes seats. Thanks for the show case.

[@ivanlowjones]

I'm waiting for a Palisade N to compete with Mercedes GLS AMG, Audi SQ7, and BMW M750i.

[@noodles9345]

For those that have the idea of buying this and taking it too a track, make sure you check and make sure they even allow EVs. Some don't like the one I go to. I suspect these rules will change in the coming years, but for now some still ban them.

[@bigdi77]

Why the ban

[@marqj301]

@@bigdi77 EV's have a major advantage on gasoline vehicles coming off of the line. Even though performance based gasoline cars still have higher top speeds, it still takes them a while to get to that point. EV's get up in speed really quick so I'm assuming that's why they'd be banned from a track.

[@phillyspitta8147]

I’d buy this if the markups weren’t gonna be so damn ridiculous. I’d probably wrap it the same exact color it is factory except a more matte version to protect the coat cause if seem like Hyundai paint is thin

[@phillyspitta8147]

@@bloodynine801 yooo that’s a super valid point because damn ev cost of entry to high for most and like u said the wealthy look past a Korean vehicle n go straight to the Germans .

[@daryl9799]

That markup bullshit is coming to a end with interest rates etc no one is gonna be able to pay them anymore. If anyone is that dumb to pay them you might as well flush your money down the toilet.

[@LearningFast]

These will be selling for $85k+ with markups. Just watch.

[@Demoxx1]

And i bet they will be piling up on dealer lots just like the other evs

[@littlebigbrother7279]

interest rates are to high for that

[@RaitisRides]

It is going to be insane!

[@RaitisRides]

We will see how it turns out.

[@RaitisRides]

Agreed!

[@henrikhook.]

Operating distance for the Kia EV6 GT (585 hp) is approximately 407 kilometers and for the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N (640hp) model approximately (390) kilometers. 🤔

[@fwazfwaz5947]

‏❤

[@MAKINGUTHINK]

600HP is crazy for this car!!! Manual seats are a huge zonk though lol.

[@123cornflakeman]

not really, its performance based. Dont need extra weight

[@Fearless-Hyena]

Yeah I think ill wait for the Elantra N with a 2.5 engine

[@Cash0991]

It's really too bad Hyundai strips the higher end features from the N line. This doesn't have power seats, no sunroof, and the biggest downside (for me) is no HUD. I get that this has straight performance, but those features would need to be present at that price point. You can get a LOT of car for that price if you look elsewhere. The performance GV60 goes for that price and is MUUUCH nice albeit not quite as fast.

[@kinghassan6608]

70k… Manuel seats no sun roof? I have the 58k 2023 limited and I had every intention of upgrading till I heard about the sunroof.

[@kinghassan6608]

Manual lol

[@marvinmurakami8828]

Do these electric vehicles really need 600 hp? I think 300-400 hp is more than enough if it can translate to significant mileage increase between charges.

[@YTYTYTY7]

This car is not about good mileage… get diff car

[@Kokinkun]

You're looking for the non-N version which ranges between 168-320HP depending on battery size and single vs dual motors. Hyundai's N lineup is mainly for performance like BMW M series or Mercedes AMG series.

[@Kokoro-Gamer]

Any chance to review Chinese cars like Hongqi?

[@cygnusa3772]

what is this going to cost?

[@mattmekhaeil]

Would be better with an engine under the hood. An electric N isn’t speaking to me

[@RaitisRides]

I know I will not be buying one.

[@Bowhunters6go8xz6x]

This car had better have some good range on the highway, the previous was only about 240 miles. I doubt that many people will pony up $70k to buy it just for a "track day" car. The interior blandness is reminding me of a Tesla and looks cheap and they need to make it to where you can run it on one motor in an economy mode to extend the range.

[@Maljey]

It's a 600hp car bro. People don't take 600hp cars on road trips. It will be fine for local trips and commuting to work. You should have a home charger setup anyway of you're buying this car.

[@Bowhunters6go8xz6x]

@@Maljey So you are saying nobody will drive these on the highway on trips? LOLOLOL Its an electric car, not a gasoline car and there are 600hp Corvettes, Mustangs and Camaro's etc on the highway every day !

[@Maljey]

@@Bowhunters6go8xz6x People don't typically take 600hp cars on road trips dude. Camaros, Mustangs, and Chargers don't even have 600+hp unless you're talking the most expensive top of the line models. How many people take ZL-1s, Hellcats, etc on road trips? 240 mile electric range is fine for the vast majority of people. You aren't doing that daily, regardless of highway or street driving. Like I said, you should be charging the car at home overnight. Frankly this is no different than any other electric car. Right now their best use cases are for local driving. We don't have the overall infrastructure yet to support electric car road trips. We do have the infrastructure for gas cars obviously, but again very few people are taking 600hp gas cars on road trips unless you like throwing money out of the window lol.

[@alexismerced2981]

Looks good but high price for Hyundai

[@RaitisRides]

That is a very good point!

[@amiraclefinds4867]

As long as it has a place for a twinkie, im good!

[@RaitisRides]

I like the way that you think!

[@mr.keptitreal]

For over $67k msrp you can keep that rock box

[@CraigNelson-zr7wj]

Just got out one in a Uber. It's pretty cool inside but I couldn't take it serious as a performance car. Feels like a boat.

[@merrichoang6858]

Is not even sold yet. The 1 you got out is likely to be the 200 hp base model ioniq 5. This 1 has 641 hp

[@michaelfrancis-vb7tp]

This is what the Golf was suppose to be.