More Than 7 Hyundai N Cars by 2030: What’s Coming After Ioniq 6 N?

Hyundai’s performance story is picking up serious pace. With the launch of the Ioniq 6 N, the brand has made it clear that high-performance electric vehicles are not just a side project — they are the plan. Inside Hyundai, the target is bold: grow the N lineup to more than 7 models by 2030 and push past 100,000 global sales. That ambition tells us at least 2 additional N cars are already on the way, even if the final badges are still under wraps.

Today’s roster is already diverse. On the gasoline side you have the i20 N, i30 N, and Elantra N — feisty, driver-first machines that remind you why a great steering rack still matters. On the electric side, the Ioniq 5 N kicked the doors open, and the new Ioniq 6 N doubles down with track-ready intent. A production spin on the N Vision 74 looks increasingly likely, but that one feels more like a limited-run halo car than a permanent pillar. Either way, a flagship N is coming; the only question is what form it takes.

Hyundai is also signaling a smart middle path for markets with tight emissions rules. Expect the return of N-badged gasoline cars in Europe with hybrid assistance to keep them compliant and fast. A partially electrified Kona N would hit a sweet spot for everyday performance, while a Tucson N could leverage the massive global appetite for compact crossovers and bring serious volume to the brand’s go-fast side.

Then there is the fresh metal. The Three Concept hatchback is headed for production as the Ioniq 3, and its playful, Veloster-like vibe practically begs for an N makeover. At the other end of the spectrum, the full-size Ioniq 9 sport utility vehicle is still a question mark. It might get the treatment, especially with Kia already preparing the EV9 GT, but Hyundai will likely read the room before green-lighting a big, three-row bruiser for track days.

One important note: when Hyundai says “more than 7 models,” the company means full N cars — not the N Line cosmetic and chassis packages. Think complete upgrades in powertrain, suspension, and cooling, not just sporty bumpers and a steering tune. That clarity matters, because it tells enthusiasts to expect the real thing.

If you are excited to see where Hyundai N goes next, you are not alone. The momentum is real, the roadmap is growing, and the lineup is about to get even more interesting.