Performance that gets drivers’ hearts beating faster.

With Hyundai N – our high-performance sub-brand – we provide our customers fun-to-drive cars with dynamic everyday driving capabilities and racetrack-capable performance that will get drivers’ hearts beating faster.

N

N – Born in Namyang and honed at the Nürburgring.

N stands for Namyang, home of our global Research & Development centre. Born in Namyang and honed at the Nürburgring – the N logo also symbolises a racetrack’s chicane curve. Hyundai N cars are designed to perform – and to put a grin on your face. They are engineered to satisfy drivers who want to feel the burst of adrenaline that gets your heart beating faster – The pure joy of driving.
The Hyundai proving race track in Namyang, Korea, home of N.
The high-performance all-electric Hyundai IONIQ 5 N shown from the rear in a garage.

The Birthplace of N – Namyang R&D Center.

The Namyang R&D Center in South Korea is the heart of Hyundai Motor's global R&D network, and the birthplace of our N models. It consists of a multitude of facilities and test roads that cover over 3.3 million square meters of land. With world-class researchers and facilities, Namyang serves as the ultimate think tank for the development of High-Performance N.

Green Hell – European Technical Center at Nürburgring.

The Nürburgring Nordschleife is also home to the Hyundai Motor European Technical Center where accelerated durability tests are conducted. The creation of this test centre in the middle of a battlefield that pits the world’s most advanced automotive technologies against the harshest road conditions, serves as a sign of Hyundai’s aggressive dedication towards the development of high-performance vehicle technology.
  1. The sporty grill and headlamps of a Hyundai i30 N pictured from the low front.

    Never just drive.

    Do more than simply drive. Enjoy every second of it. Make every moment behind the wheel a chance for more fun.

  2. The  all-electric Hyundai IONIQ 5 N doing a donut with smoke billowing from tyres.

    Exhilarating.

    N is never boring; it translates horsepower into unforgettably fun experiences. N overwhelms your driving experience with unlimited joy that leave you craving for more.

  3. Hyundai N drivers taking their driving experience to the next step: Never just drive.

    Accessible.

    N motivates all driving enthusiasts to stay true to their passion. N fulfils your needs for a more accessible performance category.

  4. Hyundai motorsport rally drivers celebrating a WRC victory on the podium. 

    Authentic.

    N is a true dominator, reaching new heights in WRC & TCR. Created by industry legends, N is meticulously engineered to deliver true performance.

    History

    Our journey to N – driven by motorsport success.

    Hyundai announced its re-entry to the WRC in 2012, unveiling the new i20 WRC concept car at the Paris Motor Show in September. And following almost a decade of developing our versatile N line-up of racetrack-ready road cars, we have expanded our range in Europe to include the i30 N, i30 Fastback N, i20 N, KONA N, and the all-electric IONIQ 5 N – with more models on the way.
    1. The 2012 Hyundai i20 WRC concept car at the Paris Motor Show.

      2012 – A new contender.

      In 2012, we unveiled the i20 WRC concept car at the Paris Motor Show and announced our re-entry to the WRC. And just three months later, Hyundai Motorsport was established in Alzenau, Germany.
    2. The improved 2013 Hyundai i20 WRC Concept Car at the Geneva Motor Show.

      2013 – Full scale debut.

      2013 marked our full-scale debut with the unveiling of the newly improved i20 WRC Concept Car at the Geneva Motor Show, March 2013 and the establishment of our European Technical Center in Nürburgring.
    3. Our first victory and four podiums with the 2014 Hyundai i20 WRC at Rally Germany.

      2014 – Taking the podium.

      We celebrated our maiden victory at Rally Germany in 2014 as well as taking four podiums and finishing fourth in the WRC with our i20 WRC. Albert Biermann appointed as Executive Vice President in December.
    4. Our 2015 Hyundai N launch with new technology by our engineers.

      2015 – A glimpse into the future.

      Step-by-step, our engineers have been building, researching and developing new technology since 2012. In the fall of 2015, the full-on launch of high-performance N was announced.
    5. The Hyundai i20 WRC car getting airborne during a rally.

      2016 – N making progress.

      The public’s first look at the performance of i30 N's powertrain generated a whirlwind of anticipation. And we successfully completed the 24 Hours Nürburgring Endurance Race with i30 N Prototype.
    6. The award-winning 2017 Hyundai i30 N was the first of our N high-performance range.

      2017 – A new car for a new era.

      In 2017, the award-winning i30 N marked the premiere of the new Hyundai N high-performance range and the i30 N TCR won its first race ever at the Zhejiang international circuit in China.
    7. The 2018 launch of the Hyundai Veloster N and i30 Fastback N.

      2018 – The new takeoff.

      2018 saw the launch of Veloster N and i30 Fastback N as well as the founding of the High-Performance Vehicle & Motorsport Division. Led the 2018 WTCR Series with Top Performance by i30 N TCR Drivers.
    8. The 2019 maiden title in the FIA WRC of Hyundai Motorsports.

      2019 – Winning championship.

      Hyundai Motorsport secured its maiden title in the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC), finishing the 2019 season on top of the manufacturers’ standings – only 5 years after their WRC debut in 2014.
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    1. The 2020 Hyundai i 30 N and i30 Fastback N with major performance enhancements. 

      2020 – The next generation.

      The new i30 N and new i30 Fastback N are launched. Driven by lessons learned in our i30 N TCR race package and motivated by feedback from our N-thusiast community, major performance enhancements are on board.

    2. The 2021 launch of the Hyundai KONA N and i20 N.

      2021 – Pushing the envelope.

      Two new N models are launched: KONA N and i20 N, a racetrack capable hot hatch inspired by the i20 WRC rally car. Tremendous 1-2 finish at the ‘Nürburgring 24 Hours‘ for Elantra N TCR and i30 N TCR.

    3. Two high-performance rolling labs from Hyundai: the RN22e and N Vision 74.

      2022 – The N vision of electrification.

      The premiere of two high-performance rolling labs: RN22e and N Vision 74 – two innovative vehicles that represent our N vision of electrification.

      2023

      A new level of performance – our first electric N model.

      The IONIQ 5 N Hyundai's first all-electric N model shown from the side and rear.

      Groundbreaking high-performance EV.

      Introducing the IONIQ 5 N – our first all-electric N model – which is setting new benchmarks for high-performance EVs and pure, unfiltered driving fun taken to a new level.

      DNA

      Inspired by motorsport.

      At Hyundai N, we have always taken the lessons learned in our highly successful racing programs and applied it to our road-going N cars. Every N model has internalized motorsport technologies. This is why we call WRC and TCR the cradle of N.
      1. The high-performance Hyundai i20 N taking a corner on a racetrack.

        Corner rascal.

        N performance cars are as hungry for corners as you are. Beautifully balanced, N's advanced technologies help hone your skills, corner after corner.
      2. A young woman sitting on the hood of an Hyundai i20 N with a young man leaning on the open door.

        Everyday sportscar.

        Track day? Or the daily commute? You can change the driving characteristics from a serious track star to comfortable everyday car whenever it suits you.
      3. Hyundai's N models provide you with sports cars for the everyday use.

        Racetrack capability.

        N cars are equipped to perform on the track. There’s no need for additional tuning. Even the standard spec tires are built to perform.

        N-gineers – pushing the limits with passion.

        Let loose, the people behind N create astonishing technology and have fun doing it. The performance development division is made up of departments ranging from NVH, to drive, braking, cooling, and aerodynamics, all under one roof. In the high-performance sector, we bring together all kinds of ideas. This structure makes communication between different departments easy and helps in the development process.
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          Powertrain department.

          "It's not about making a limited run of engines that costs a fortune and only a few can experience, but instead we're working hard to develop high-performance engines you'll be able to see everywhere."

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          Chassis engineering.

          "With our experience developing the WRC Rally car, we jumped into full-scale development mass-produces vehicles, bringing our view of cars to another level."

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          Ride and handling department.

          "In the car we're making now, the developers of high-performance R&H are working hard to reate a vehicle that doesn't just do the basics, but also makes driving more fun. It demands the abilities of real conductors."

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          Body Engineering Design Department.

          "We're designing a lighter, stronger, and safer frame."

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          Cooling & Aerodynamics Department.

          "The performance development division is made up of departments ranging from NVH, to drive, braking, cooling, and aerodynamics, all under one roof to bring together all kinds of ideas as much as needed."

          1. The Hyundai N models speeding around the N shaped chicane curve of a racetrack.

            Experience N.

          2. The high-performance Hyundai IONIQ 5 N, i30 N and i20 N parked together.

            N Models.

          3. The Hyundai N Line badge.

            N Line Models.

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