I drove the high-performance version of Hyundai’s Ioniq 5 EV. It’s like driving a rally car — until the battery runs out.

• The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N is the new high-performance version of the compact EV SUV.
• I was impressed by the Ioniq 5 N’s retro rally car styling, supercar performance, and advanced tech.
• The Ioniq 5 N falls short on range.

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 received a warm reception upon its debut in 2022. The compact EV SUV impressed with its daring styling, comfy cabin, and quick charging.

This year, Hyundai launched a new high-performance variant called the Ioniq 5 N to compete against the likes of the Ford Mustang Mach-E GT and Tesla Model Y Performance.