Hyundai IONIQ 5 XRT allegedly appears in spy photos

Hyundai has already revealed the IONIQ 5 facelift and a new N Lineup this year and it may have an XRT version coming soon for the North American Market according to new spy photos.

Images shared by Koreancarblog show a prototype of IONIQ 5 featuring new changes compared to the existing IONIQ 5 facelift and N series. Despite being covered, some observations could be made from the outlook.

This prototype has new parking sensor placement areas and a fresh bumper, especially on the bottom side. The car’s interior is fully blacked out with the camouflage, suggesting new technologies including a refreshed infotainment system.

This model was captured with aero wheels similar to the IONIQ 5 N. There might not be a major difference between the powertrain of this new model and the existing ones. However, we can expect fine-tuning in motor efficiency and increased battery capacity for extended driving range.

The model appears to be in an early stage of development and no major aesthetic changes noticed in the images.

Hyundai IONIQ 5 XRT (Image source – Koreancarblog)

New IONIQ 5

Last month, Hyundai revealed an enhanced IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 5 N lineup with new upgrades including a battery capacity upgrade from 77.4 kWh to 84 kWh. The exterior includes a refined V-shape garnish and optimized front and rear bumpers.

Its length increased by 20mm to 4,655mm, while width, height, and wheelbase remained unchanged. The new car comes with a 50mm extended rear spoiler for better aerodynamics. The IONIQ 5 equips a new shock absorber to alleviate vibrations from the road for a smoother driving experience.

Hyundai IONIQ 5 (Image Source – Hyundai)

The body, front and rear doors, and B-pillar parts have been reinforced to bring side collision protection. Specifically, the N lineup has a sporty front, and rear design with refreshed bumpers, side skirts, and dedicated 20-inch aluminum wheels.