Quick HighlightsHyundai Ioniq 5 N Receives the ‘Five-Star Car’ Accolade at 2025 Autocar AwardsPraised for its dynamic capabilities, innovation and everyday usabilityFive-Star Car award places Ioniq 5 N among the top-performing vehicles evaluated by AutocarHyundai’s first high-performance EV, the Ioniq 5 N has been awarded a prestigious Five-Star Car award by Autocar , a globally respected automotive publication.Autocar has been conducting its renowned road test for nearly a century, with its Five-Star Car award reserved for vehicles demonstrating exceptional performance across all categories. This year, only three models, including the Ioniq 5 N, earned this distinction, reflecting road test’s vigorous standards.The Ioniq 5 N is Hyundai’s first model to receive this accolade, with the road tester team commending it for cutting-edge technology, dynamic capabilities and engaging driving experience . In its official review, Autocar described the IONIQ 5 N as a “ game changer ” that is “blindingly good fun and capable of rising to any occasion in dynamic terms”. With a dual-motor setup of 641 HP , the Ioniq 5 N accelerated from 0 to 100 kmph in just 3.4 seconds .The IONIQ 5 N is the first all-electric model from Hyundai’s N division, designed to deliver true driver involvement in the era of electrification. Built on Hyundai Motor Group’s E-GMP platform, the vehicle features an advanced regenerative braking system, track-spec thermal management and dedicated performance vehicle control software inspired by motorsport. Combined with a spacious interior, vehicle-to-load functionality (V2L), and advanced connectivity, the IONIQ 5 N redefines what a high-performance EV can be.The launch of the N division is long awaited in India, and with this award, it is entirely possible that Hyundai will introduce the Ioniq 5 N in the Indian market, making it the first car from the N-series to make it to India.Hyundai launched the Ioniq 5 back in January 2023 at a price of ₹46.05 lakh, with an extremely positive response from the buyers.