Hyundai's Ioniq 5 N NPX1 Concept Brings N Performance Treats to Tokyo Auto Salon

You see, sometimes, show cars don't represent anything other than the design team's idea of what a future model or perhaps the future of the brand could be. In this case, however, the new Hyundai Ioniq 5 N NPX1 features a few add-ons that will be available to purchase from the N Performance parts catalog.

Wait a minute, doesn't the Korean automaker already offer similar components on the i20 N, i30 N, and Elantra N? Why, they sure do. However, the components targeting the high-performance electric crossover are on the more dramatic side of things. All you have to do is look at the two images released by the company, and you will see what we mean.

A quick comparison with the stock model reveals that the NPX1 Concept features a new front bumper with a generous air intake in the middle and two side vents. It also has some blades on the sides and a new apron. For a more dramatic stance, the manufacturer gave it fender flares and side skirt attachments, with the latter also featuring some blades at the rear.

The updates out back are even more dramatic than the ones at the front. Here, Hyundai gave the zero-emission crossover a new bumper and a very aggressive diffuser with multi-fin styling and side blades. There is also fresh trim on the rear quarter panels, next to the taillamps, and a very large wing with N Performance logos that likely improves the car's downforce at high speeds.

Do you find the wheels to be eye-catching? You should know that they are also part of the novelties. The lightweight hybrid carbon alloys have high-performance brake pads behind them. Hyundai has also given it a set of lowering springs for a lower ground clearance that improves the car's cornering abilities. The study has a satin black look with a few baby blue accents at the front and sides, and it seems ready to hit the racetrack.

Though Hyundai may not have opened the doors of the Ioniq 5 N NPX1 Concept, it claims the interior features additional goodies. Here, the auto marque mentions stuff such as the racing bucket seats for the driver and front passenger and a lot of Alcantara upholstery. The components will be further refined by the time they go on sale later this year. As a result, you can expect the car manufacturer to release more details about them in the coming months.