The Hyundai N Vision 74 EV concept car delivers the promise of performance we associate with the N models that have come out of Hyundai’s N Division.

This new concept vehicle hit the testing circuit at a track to show us what Hyundai has in mind for our driving future. The N Vision 74 EV was accompanied by an RN22e, which is based on the latest electric Hyundai, the Ioniq 6. Some wonder whether or not these cars are real. Thankfully, they are real, but we’re not sure if these concepts will translate into production models.

What Does the N Vision 74 EV Bring to the Track?

Even though there were two performance-oriented Hyundai electric vehicles on the track, the one that is the most interesting is the N Vision 74 EV. This car was the more powerful of the two during testing, giving us something truly interesting to admire. This car is not a true EV in the sense that it doesn’t only use electricity for power. Power comes from a pair of hydrogen-powered electric motors, one at each rear wheel, giving this car the juice needed.

Hyundai has been testing and using hydrogen fuel cell powertrains for several years, and this new testing car is technically a hybrid EV. We could say it’s not simply a battery-electric car because using hydrogen does make it a zero-emissions car. No matter how you slice it, the 74 EV delivers 671 horsepower for some serious power. This could be the performance car coming from Hyundai that will bring about their future torque vectoring system while using an electric RWD setup. The combination of the battery and hydrogen fuel cells makes for cooler temperatures for this incredible car.

Could the RN22e Become a Real Car?

The new Hyundai Ioniq 6 has barely been in the news, and we’re already talking about a performance-oriented version. The RN22e could be the testing car that delivers an Ioniq 6 N at some point in the future. This tester is the first dedicated performance vehicle that uses the E-GMP platform. The performance numbers are familiar and come from the Kia EV6 GT. This means a 577-horsepower number and an AWD powertrain to give this car power at all four wheels.

The stated goal of this new RN22e is to deliver better aerodynamic configurations and torque vectoring for high-performance AWD EVs. Not only will this car serve as the testing model for Hyundai to explore these items, but this car also gives us as close to a guarantee as possible that the Ioniq 6 N will arrive in the near future. We might see the N version of the Ioniq 6 in a different build, but it will offer the performance and driving fun we’re looking for when we think of the N Division.

What Does the Hyundai Ioniq 6 Offer?

We don’t have all of the details about the upcoming Ioniq 6, but we do know it’s an all-electric sedan. This new car arrives for the 2024 model year to compete directly with the Tesla Model 3, which should be a fight that we’ll love to witness.

The powertrains expected are the same used for the Ioniq 5, which is a compact SUV. This means typical versions of this EV sedan should offer both single and dual-motor configurations to give us the drive desired. We’ll also find a pair of battery options for this car, giving us the power and drive we want to enjoy when it’s time to head out on the road.

Could this New Hyundai Offer Better Driving Range?

Most of the time, we expect to find greater driving range when an EV has a larger battery pack. Considering the Ioniq 6 will use the same battery packs as the Ioniq 5, the difference in driving range will have more to do with the aerodynamics of the car. The sedan style and slippery nature of this new model could allow it to deliver up to 400 miles of driving range, depending upon the configuration used. If you think you’ve seen the style of the Ioniq 6 before, many of the styling elements for this car come from the Prophecy concept.

Power Differences Could be Significant

Of course, all of us would love to drive the concept N Vision 74 EV, but that car might not be headed to production. The initial Ioniq 6 models will provide the same power as the Ioniq 5. Those driving the single-motor versions might long for the Ioniq 6 N because of the paltry 168 horsepower offered. With the dual-motor layout, the power return is a bit more acceptable at 321 horsepower. Both versions should be efficient and give this car instant torque, which can be a lot of fun.

Stepping Inside for Something Special

Gone are the days when Hyundai was a bargain-basement brand. The new Ioniq 6 promises to give you a lounge-like feeling to ensure you’re comfortable and ready for a wonderful drive. The EV platform used gives you a flat floor, no more transmission tunnels for these cars, which opens up the space inside to give you an impressive look when you’re out on the road. From the outside, this car might look like a conventional four-door sedan, but on the inside, you’ll find a comfortable cabin filled with tech goodies.

This Hyundai Video is Worth a Look

If you want to see what Hyundai has up its sleeves, check out the video below with the N Vision 74 EV and RN22e on the testing track together. Think about how the RN22e could translate easily to become a performance-oriented version of the Ioniq 6. We might never see the N Vision 74 EV hit the roads, but maybe it will become a production model with a limited run. That could be a new way for Hyundai to grab some attention and keep us happy with their performance models.

Will you drive the new Hyundai Ioniq 6 when it arrives for the 2024 model year, or will you want to see what performance versions Hyundai has to offer?