Hyundai has released two performance-focused electric vehicle concepts that are called "rolling labs" as reported by The Verge. The two concepts come from Hyundai's "N" sub-brand that is focused on high-performance vehicles.
Among the two, the N Vision 74 is the most striking with a design that draws elements from the 2025 Hyundai N Vision Gran Truism and the 1974 Pony Coupe concept.
The difference here is that instead of a gas-powered engine, it's using a hybrid hydrogen fuel cell system that can push the car over 260 kph. They also come with a 62.4 kWh battery with 800V fast-charging capabilities and over 372-mile driving range.
The RN22e, on the other hand, is sleek that uses the same aerodynamic streamliner design that is the same as the Ioniq 6 that was introduced recently.
The RN22e has a 77.4kWh battery with 400 or 800V fast multi-charging capability and a maximum speed of over 250kph. Also, it has an N Sound Plus feature that can generate fake engine sounds when you drive.
Not a First for Hyundai
This isn't the first attempt at creating an EV modeled after the Pony by the car brand. Back in 2019, the automaker showed off a 45 EV concept that is supposed to pay homage to the classic car. Later on, they covered a 70s-era Pony hatchback into an EV with some retro and modern elements.
It is not certain if the rolling labs will come to fruition, but one thing is for sure, Hyundai N will release its first EV, the Ioniq 5 N in 2023.
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N
Even though there are not enough details about the Ioniq 5 N, it may share similarities with the RN22e concept, as reported by CNET. The Ioniq 5 N may also share the same powertrain specs as the RN22e with twin-clutch torque vectoring, yaw-controlling regenerative brakes, and specially designed exterior and interior noises. You can check out the video here.
There were also spy shots that give an idea of what to expect. It features wider fender flares that cover the larger wheels, additional air intakes at the front end, a bigger rear spoiler and diffuser, deeper side skirts, and more. It's also possible that it will come with the N brand's signature baby blue print.
The interior will likely have more supportive bucket seats, a sportier steering wheel, and suede trimmings.
A starting price of around $60,000 should be expected for the Ioniq 5 N. Its production may be followed by a production version of the RN22e in another year or two.
The rise of EV is here, and Hyundai seems to be keeping up. Are you excited to see the new EVs by the automaker?
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Written by April Fowell
