New York showstoppers

Here's Dhruv Saxena with a roundup of the best cars and new launches showcased at the 2024 New York International Auto Show

- Dhruv Saxena

HYUNDAI IONIQ 5N

Hyundai’s performance-oriented subbrand displayed the Ioniq 5 N and the Elantra N, two cars on the opposite ends of the spectrum owing to the nature of their respective powertrains. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N is an extremely impressive showcase of an affordable high-performance EV. Hyundai’s efforts have been rewarded with it earning the World Performance Car 2024 title.

HYUNDAI ELANTRA N

The dual motor setup has a combined maximum power output of 641bhp and produces a peak torque of 770Nm enabling a 0 to 100kmph time of just 3.4s. The Elantra N on display was the updated model. It sports a 2.0-litre turbo petrol good for 280bhp and 392Nm propelling the sedan from 0 to 100kmph in 5.3s. Both cars feature an N-specific exterior and interior makeover.

HYUNDAI SANTA CRUZ

Making its debut at the 2024 NYIAS was the updated Hyundai Santa Cruz. It gets a revised front end with a redesigned grille, LED DRL setup and bumpers. Pictured here is the new XRT trim that adds chunkier bumpers and wheel arch cladding, exposed front tow hooks, and wheels exclusive to this trim shod with all-terrain tyres.