The N vision of electrification.

Launched in 2023 with its new technologies and elevated racetrack capability, IONIQ 5 N represents a new segment of high-performance EVs. Leveraging motorsport-bred technologies and years of Rolling Lab development, its technological advances demonstrate N brand’s electrification progress since launching the RN22e in 2022.

Rolling labs as test beds for the future.

Our first high-performance all-wheel drive EV – the IONIQ 5 N – follows N’s 2020 season entry in FIA ETCR, and the 2022 RN22e: N’s rolling lab for future EVs. Developing N Vision 74 and RN22e in parallel with other high-performance EVs is beneficial to Hyundai’s engineers in terms of knowledge exchange. For example, EVs tend to have different weight distribution than vehicles with internal combustion engines, so N engineers can test and develop cooling and braking technologies in extreme conditions at its Nürburgring test centre. By serving as rolling labs, N Vision 74 and RN22e will help make Hyundai’s technical vision of electrified high-performance soon become a reality.

N Vision 74

High-performance hydrogen fuel cell hybrid.

N Vision 74 is inspired by both technology and design – a rolling lab that underlines our leadership in sustainable performance technology. It is powered by the most advanced hydrogen fuel cell system we have ever created. In terms of design, N Vision 74 pays an homage to the Hyundai Pony Coupe concept from 1974, which was developed by the legendary car designer Giorgetto Giugiaro.
Hyundai N Vision 74 fuel cell battery electric hybrid rolling lab from the front on a race track.

A ground-breaking design – 50 years in the making.

While developing the N Vision 74 rolling lab, Hyundai’s designers visited the Hyundai Design Center archives. There, they unearthed a previously little-seen blueprint drawing from 1977 that revealed an almost-forgotten plan: a production model of the Hyundai Pony Coupe concept. For Hyundai’s designers, the company’s past serves as a compass to guide our future. Inspired by the 1974 Hyundai Pony Coupe concept and its never-produced sporty sibling, N Vision 74 is the latest example of their ambition.

  1. Futuristic design built on heritage.

    The pure surface, dynamically-proportioned profile and B-pillar are inspired by the Pony Coupe concept – reimagining the future, while tapping into our heritage.
  2. Hyundai N Vision 74 fuel cell battery electric hybrid rolling lab seen from the rear.

    Dimensions.

    This high-performance rolling lab measures 4,952 mm long, 1,995 mm wide and 1,331 mm tall on a 2,905 mm wheelbase.

  3. Motorsport-inspired aerodynamics.

    The side skirt and motorsport-inspired spoiler create rear downforce for high-performance driving. The aero disc wheels balance efficiency and performance.

  4. Award winning looks and technology.

    Crowned ‘Instant Icon’ at the 2022 TopGear.com Awards & received Red Dot Award for Design Concept.

    Hyundai’s sustainable performance technology.

    N Vision 74 is the world’s first hydrogen hybrid high-performance vehicle and underlines Hyundai’s leadership in sustainable performance technology. In order to resolve the limitations of EVs, our engineers set about developing the N Vision 74 rolling lab. During the development phase, they opted to develop a hybrid structure of a battery-electric in combination with a fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) system.
    The charging and hydrogen filling ports of Hyundai N Vision 74 fuel cell battery electric hybrid.

    World's first FCEV hybrid.

    Hyundai’s engineers chose the bold new approach of two different power energy that can be used flexibly depending on different driving conditions.
    1. Close shot of Hyundai N Vision 74 concept car on the track. 

      Innovative hybrid power train.

      Our engineers developed a hybrid structure of a battery-electric in combination with an FCEV system in an all-new layout. By having fuel cell system and battery-electric powering the N Vision 74 together, the cooling efficiency is improved, while the two different power sources can be used depending on different driving conditions.

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    1. Hyundai N Vision 74 fuel cell battery electric hybrid rolling lab drifting on a wet track.

      Architecture of N Vision 74.

      The car’s hydrogen fuel cell stack is mounted in the front, with a T-type battery fitted just behind the driver to lower the overall height and centre of gravity. This feature offers significant advantages, such as better traction and less body roll, delivering a more stable ride, especially at high speeds.
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    1. Hyundai N Vision 74 fuel cell battery electric hybrid rolling lab driving on a race track.

      Advanced FCEV technology.

      Two 2.1 kg hydrogen tanks placed on the rear axle above two powerful motors – one to power each rear wheel independently – generate a total of 500 kW. The development of this in-house-developed system integration and control software was far more advanced than that of a normal EV, having more in common with that of Hyundai’s XCIENT Fuel Cell trucks.
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    1. Hyundai N Vision 74 fuel cell battery electric hybrid rolling lab on a track shown from the rear.

      Torque vectoring technology.

      N Vision 74 is equipped with an FCEV logic VCU (Vehicle Control Unit) system with torque vectoring technology in the rear dual motor. Hyundai’s engineers developed their own in-house torque vectoring control software that works like a virtual limited slip differential.
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    1. Close up of front grille of the Hyundai N Vision 74 fuel cell battery electric hybrid rolling lab.

      Integrated cooling technology.

      The cooling elements of N Vision 74 are fully integrated into its aerodynamic design, such as its pixelated front grille and side and rear vents. In addition, the air breeder on the car’s front wheels guides the side airflow into large cooling inlets to enable heat management of the power electric system.
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    SangYup Lee, Executive Vice President and Head of Hyundai Design Center
    N Vision 74's future-oriented design reflects the respect and appreciation we have for the dedication and passion that went into the Pony Coupe concept.

    - SangYup Lee, Executive Vice President and Head of Hyundai Design Center -

    L / W / H // WB (㎜) 4,952 / 1,995 / 1,331 // 2,905
    Total Max Power (kW) Over 500 kW (Rear)
    Total Max Torque (Nm) Over 900 Nm (Rear)
    Capacity (kWh) 62.4 kWh
    800-V fast-charging capability
    Tank Capacity 4.2 kg
    Fuel Cell Stack net 85 kW (Max 95 kW)
    Refuelling Time 5 min
    Max Speed (km/h) Over 250
    Driving Range Over 600 km

    RN22e

    Get a glimpse of the future.

    RN22e offers racetrack-ready performance by refining and optimizing Hyundai’s market-leading E-GMP and packaging it in an IONIQ 6-based streamliner design. As Hyundai N develops and verifies state-of-the-art technologies for transfer to N production models, RN22e plays an important role as the rolling lab for upcoming EV N models.
    Hyundai RN22e all electric rolling lab see from the side.

    Built on the N performance pillars.

    Knowing what exhilarates enthusiasts, N is developing new features to increase the emotional driving experience for electrified models. RN22e is tested to maximize N’s three performance pillars: Corner Rascal, Racetrack Capability and Everyday Sports Car. As it is a rolling lab, this technology will be further developed in via RN22e, so that drivers can enjoy it in the upcoming production models.
    1. Hyundai RN22e all electric rolling lab driving on a track see from the rear.

      Corner rascal.

      N has been developing cornering capability since the brand launch. RN22e elevates the corner carving feel, by exploring torque vectoring via twin clutch. Equipped with AWD, RN22e provides optimised torque distribution according to different drive modes that allows drivers to choose the torque power on the front and rear wheels.
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    1. Hyundai RN22e all electric rolling lab driving on a track see from the front.

      Racetrack capability.

      RN22e provides track-optimized settings to let drivers enjoy the circuit without derating. Four piston monoblock calipers and a 400-mm hybrid disc lets it withstand the weight of its power electric system. In addition, we will use RN22e to study how to deliver dynamic movement with regen-braking that precisely controls yaw and corner attack.

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    1. Hyundai RN22e all electric rolling lab doing a doughnut spin on asphalt with smoking tyres.

      Everyday Sportscar.

      As it is a rolling lab, we are developing advanced technologies in RN22e so that drivers can select their own fun. RN22e provides N Sound+, which generates sound from the interior and exterior speakers, for a dynamic driving feel. In addition, N e-shift integrates the vibration and shifting feel with N Sound+.

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    L / W / H // WB (㎜) 4,915 / 2,023 / 1,479 // 2,950
    Total Max Power (kW) 430 kW (Front & Rear combined)
    Total Max Torque (Nm) 740 Nm (Front & Rear combined)
    Capacity (kWh) 77.4 kWh
    400-V / 800-V fast multi-charging capability
    Charging Time Under 18 min (SOC 10 → 80%)
    Max Speed (km/h) Over 250

    The N range – inspired by motorsport.

    Motorsport is considered the cradle of the N model lineup. For Hyundai’s Motorsport division, success is defined in broader terms than simply winning races and earning titles; it also exists to develop independent knowledge and collect data that can be shared to build better production cars. With its motorsport background, these benefits are transferred to consumer vehicles.
    i20 WRC rally car kicking up dust driving on a gravel road.

    Hyundai Motorsport.

    Hyundai is highly successful in both rally and circuit racing.
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