PH-bound Hyundai N models to arrive by Jul. 2024

MANILA: The initial units of Hyundai N models will arrive in the Philippines by July 2024.

Hyundai Motor Philippines Incorporated (HMPH) made the announcement following the sub-brand’s official launch at the Manila International Auto Show 2024 wherein the company displayed the Elantra N and Ioniq 5 N.

The two offerings under Hyundai’s motorsport-bred division both showcased their performance-based core values namely Corner Rascal, Racetrack Capability, and Everyday Sports Car.

Powered by a 2.0 turbocharged gasoline engine, the Hyundai Elantra N’s mill has a peak churn of 276 horsepower (hp) and 392 Newton-meters of torque. Equipped with N Launch Control, the vehicle can sprint to 100 kilometers per hour (kph) from rest in 5.3 seconds.

It emits a pop and bang sound when upshifting under Sport or N drive modes. The N Grin Shift allows maximum acceleration and gives a 10-hp increase in certain driving conditions for up to 20 seconds.

Available in Atlas White, Abyss Black Pearl, Cyber Gray Metallic and Performance Blue, the Hyundai Elantra N is priced at P2.738 million.

Meanwhile, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N — which is based on the award-winning electric vehicle offering — is moved by an all-wheel drive system made up of front and rear motors with N Grin Boost that can provide an output of 641 horses. The powertrain is mated to an 84- kilowatt-hour battery pack.

Its N Active Sound, integrated with the N e-Shift, gives a virtual sound optimized for EV N performance.

Priced at P4.25 million, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N with the same color options for the Elantra N — with the addition of the Performance Blue Matte.

Earlier, HMPH Managing Director Cecil Capacete told Zigwheels Philippines that the waiting period for the two models —available via indent orders — is up to three months. 

4 dealerships sign up to retail N models

Last month, HMPH signed the first four official N dealers for the country — introducing the brand’s outlets in Alabang, Commonwealth Avenue, Makati, and Pasig as those who will pilot Hyundai N in the Philippines.

“We have been getting asked as to why we are already bringing in N. Well, one reason is it supports us, Hyundai, as a brand to become more competitive. Leveraging on our global heritage and accomplishments to set ourselves apart in the market. More importantly, it helps us push further our shared vision, which is to Innovate Everyday. Providing not just exciting mobility solutions but also finding ways to be present in the lives of more Filipino customers”, Capacete said.

For inquiries and reservations, customers can sign up at the Hyundai N microsite https://www.hyundai.com/ph/en/hyundai-n or contact their preferred N dealer:

Dealer Name	Contact Number	Operating Hours
Hyundai Alabang	(02) 8519 5147	Mondays-Saturdays: 8 a.m. -7 p.m. Sundays: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Hyundai Commonwealth Avenue	(02) 8951 2201	Mondays-Sundays: 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
Hyundai Makati	0994 742 5548 or 0991 7874148	Mondays-Saturdays: 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Sundays and Holidays: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Hyundai Pasig	(02) 7910 0388	Mondays-Saturday: 8 a.m.-6:00pm Sundays and Holidays: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Photos from Hyundai Motor Philippines, Juan Paulo Papa

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