Hyundai adds N Line variant to updated Ioniq 5

It’s only been around two years since Hyundai launched the Ioniq 5 to the world, but the Korean carmaker wants to ensure its award-winning EV stays at the top of its game.

The Hyundai Motor Company has announced they are updating the Ioniq 5 for the 2024-2025 model year, with enhancements to its all-electric range, new features, and some design revisions for the five-door EV.

Looks-wise, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 gets a mild nip and tuck with an updated grille, reshaped bumpers, and a new set of aerodynamic wheels. Also, the rear spoiler is longer by 50mm to aid in aerodynamics, while a rear wiper has been added to the standard version, much like the Ioniq 5 N. The remodeling that Hyundai made to the exterior made the Ioniq 5 20mm wider than the pre-updated version while width, height, and wheelbase are carried over.

Meanwhile, the new N Line trim follows the same strategy used by Hyundai on its ICE models, sitting between the standard Ioniq 5 and the high-performance Ioniq 5 N in the model range. The Ioniq 5 N Line has a sportier look with the N Line badge at the grille, different bumpers, side skirts, and wheels.

The changes inside the Ioniq 5 are likewise subtle, and geared towards better functionality. While the layout looks largely the same with the dual-screen setup, Hyundai used a darker shade for the dashboard. There are additional buttons to serve as extra shortcuts for often-used functions such as the heating and ventilation of the front seats, the heated steering wheel, and the cameras for park assist.

Slight revisions were also made to the A/C controls, the wireless charging pad, as well as the steering wheel, which features interactive pixel lights. Other new interior features include remote-controlled rear seat folding, and a revamped infotainment with over-the-air (OTA) updates.

The N Line version, on the other hand, gets an exclusive N Line steering wheel and dashboard, along with metal pedals, a black headliner, sports seats, red contrast stitching, and optional two-tone upholstery.

Hyundai did not announce power output changes to the standard Ioniq 5 but said the batteries now feature an increased capacity. From 77.4 kWh, the updated Ioniq 5 now has an 84.0 kWh pack which should extend its range.

Apart from these, Hyundai also reinforced the chassis, doors, and pillars to improve collision protection. A new shock absorber helps minimize road vibrations, while additional sound insulation for the rear wheel motor is intended to make the cabin quieter.

Hyundai says the South Korean market will get first dibs on the updated Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 5 N Line, beginning in March 2024. Other markets should follow as the year progresses.