Hyundai Motor Company continues to dominate the World Car Awards, as the IONIQ 5 N high-performance electric vehicle (EV) clinches the 2024 World Performance Car title. This marks the fourth major win for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 lineup in the past three years, reaffirming its position as a frontrunner in the market. The IONIQ 5 N stands out among its EV counterparts with its exceptional high-performance technology, consistently surpassing expectations.
Receiving the prestigious World Performance Car award for the IONIQ 5 N is a source of great pride and honor for Hyundai. It underscores the company’s dedication to pushing the boundaries of electric performance and innovation. With a total of seven World Car Awards titles in the last three years, Hyundai continues to demonstrate its leadership in the global EV industry.
The winners of this year’s World Car Awards were announced during a ceremony at the 2024 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). Hyundai Motor’s numerous nominations reflect its increasing prominence on the global stage, building on past successes at the awards. The IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 6 had previously secured triple victories in 2022 and 2023 across various categories.
The recognition from the World Car Awards jury is deeply appreciated by the entire N team at Hyundai. This accolade is dedicated to the passionate customers who value high-performance vehicles, and it reaffirms the company’s commitment to delivering vehicles that inspire and excite. Hyundai is proud to lead the charge in the era of electric performance vehicles, continuously pushing the boundaries of engineering possibilities for smart mobility.
Introduced in July 2023 as Hyundai N’s inaugural EV, the IONIQ 5 N represents a new era of driver-focused high-performance EVs, blending cutting-edge technologies with elevated racetrack capabilities. Leveraging N’s motorsport expertise and the Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), the IONIQ 5 N has garnered widespread acclaim as a groundbreaking and game-changing vehicle in the media.
The IONIQ 5 N’s accolades include winning Top Gear’s 2023 Car of the Year Award and setting the fastest electric SUV lap time at the Nürburgring Nordschleife by Germany’s ‘Sport Auto’. This vehicle signifies a significant milestone for Hyundai N and its electrification strategy, setting a new benchmark in the industry for high-performance EVs.
The recognition received by the IONIQ 5 N underscores Hyundai’s commitment to delivering innovative and driver-focused electric vehicles. With the IONIQ 5 N, Hyundai is not only redefining the concept of performance cars but also shaping the future of electric driving enjoyment. The World Car Awards, with its panel of 100 international jurors from 29 countries, serves as a testament to the excellence and impact of Hyundai’s vehicles on a global scale.
