Core Concepts
Hyundai's high-performance electric Ioniq 5 N model has set a new record at the demanding Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, surpassing the previous best time set by a Tesla vehicle.
Abstract
The article discusses Hyundai's impressive achievement of setting a new record at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb with their Ioniq 5 N electric vehicle. Key highlights:
- Hyundai has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years, hiring former BMW M executive Albert Biermann to develop high-performance "N" models and creating acclaimed EVs like the Ioniq 5 and 6.
- The Ioniq 5 N that set the new record was a relatively lightly modified version of the production model, piloted by Hyundai WRC driver Dani Sordo.
- This Ioniq 5 N was developed, assembled, and prepared for the Pikes Peak challenge in a remarkably short timeframe, compared to the typical years-long development cycle for manufacturer-supported record attempts.
- The Ioniq 5 N's record-breaking time of 24 seconds faster than the previous best Tesla time on the demanding Pikes Peak course is a significant achievement, showcasing Hyundai's rapid advancements in EV performance.
- This record not only highlights Hyundai's engineering capabilities but also the growing competitiveness of their EV lineup against established players like Tesla.
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The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N set a new Pikes Peak record, beating the previous best time by a Tesla vehicle by 24 seconds.
Quotes
"Hyundai has had an incredible few years. They hired Albert Biermann, former head of BMW M, in 2015 to make fast, engaging, desirable cars, giving birth to their highly praised "N" models."
"Now, you might think a high-performance electric SUV can't possibly be that good. But a relatively lightly modified version of this car, piloted by three-time World Rally Championship stage winner and Hyundai WRC driver Dani Sordo, utterly destroyed the fastest-ever Tesla on the world's most challenging course, the 20 kilometre Pike's Peak, taking the Tesla's record."