Hyundai Ioniq 5 N TA Spec sets fastest EV record at ‘Attack Tsukuba 2025’

Hyundai N set the fastest EV record at motorsport event ‘Attack Tsukuba 2025’ on February 15, 2025, with the Ioniq 5 N TA (Time Attack) Spec, in 57.446 seconds.

Japanese professional driver Nobuteru Taniguchi drove the Ioniq 5 N TA Spec to the record time, strengthening Hyundai Motor’s position in Japan’s growing EV market.

The track is known for its compact and challenging layout, says Hyundai.

 The Ioniq 5 N TA Spec is a motorsport variant of the Ioniq 5 N and won the 2024 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb (PPIHC) in the modified production electric SUV category, setting a new record there.

The vehicle is designed to showcase the strengths of the production-spec Ioniq 5 N without significant modifications and retains the standard car’s high-performance power electronics (PE) system, says Hyundai.

“Through software tuning, the TA Spec’s maximum output has been boosted to 687PS, with the rear motor’s power increased by 37PS compared with the standard Ioniq 5 N.

“Additional upgrades include N Active Sound+ with modified speakers (over 120dB), new shock absorbers, motorsport-grade brakes, 18-inch Yokohama ADVAN 005 slick tyres, a high-downforce aerodynamic package, a Recaro Pro Racer SPA Hans seat, a Sabelt six-point Hans safety harness, a PPIHC-specification roll cage, and an EV fire suppression system.”

Hyundai says the Ioniq 5 N TA Spec is the fastest EV ever to lap the Tsukuba Circuit.

“This result was almost two seconds faster than the nearest EV competitor, despite the Ioniq 5 N TA Spec using mostly production components in critical systems such as its motors, battery and control electronics.”

“The record is a clear demonstration of Hyundai’s commitment to advancing EV technologies and delivering exceptional performance,” says N management group head Joon Park

Hyundai Mobility Japan also showcased the recently revealed Ioniq 5 N DK Edition, a show vehicle with a special high-performance parts package.

Hyundai N created the package in collaboration with Japanese automotive parts and service company Autobacs Seven, and Japanese racing driver Keiichi Tsuchiya (aka ‘Drift King’) and intends bringing the DK Edition N Performance Parts package to market.