Hyundai plans to expand its N high‑performance line to over seven models, aiming for 200,000 units sold worldwide by the 2030s. Learn more now!
Hyundai’s performance division, Hyundai N, is set to roar louder on the global stage. The Korean automaker has announced an ambitious plan to roll out more than seven new N‑tuned models and to sell 200,000 high‑performance vehicles worldwide, a goal it hopes to hit by the early 2030s.
Why the push now?
According to a recent interview with Hyundai’s CEO José Muñoz, expanding the N line will help the brand capture the growing enthusiasm for sport‑oriented cars, especially in markets such as the United States and Europe. The company already expects the N family to surpass 100,000 units sold by 2030, after which it will double that figure.
What models are in the pipeline?
Hyundai’s senior vice‑president of product planning for North America, Olabisi Boyle, confirmed that new N versions will appear over the next three to four years. While the exact lineup remains under wraps, the automaker says it will focus on “meaningful” models that already carry strong brand equity.
- Potential N‑tuned versions of the Hyundai Tucson SUV – the brand’s best‑selling vehicle in the U.S.
- High‑performance variants of the Palisade and Ioniq 9 are considered unlikely at this stage.
- A possible revival of the i30 N for the European market.
Electrified N performance
Hyundai is also betting on electric power. The Ioniq 6 N, with a peak output of 641 hp in “N Grin Boost” mode, debuted in Los Angeles in 2023 and will be offered in limited numbers through 2026. Rumors suggest a compact electric N model could follow, expanding the brand’s eco‑performance portfolio.
What this means for buyers
Enthusiasts can look forward to a broader selection of N‑badged cars, but the badge will stay exclusive. Hyundai is deliberately avoiding a blanket “N” label across its entire SUV range, ensuring that only models with a clear performance pedigree receive the badge.
With the 200,000‑unit target, Hyundai aims to cement N as a true competitor to established hot‑hatch and performance SUV brands. For fans of speed, handling, and cutting‑edge technology, the next few years promise a thrilling ride.
Stay tuned for the official launch dates and test‑drive opportunities.