It's Thursday, and Father's Day is this weekend. I'm currently on a mission to Sweeney's Country Style Meats, and I've got to tell you about my ride. Haselwood Hyundai was kind enough to lend me a 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N. And, well, let's just say I'm rethinking all my life choices that don't involve owning one of these.
First off, the acceleration. It's… startling. In a good way. Like when you accidentally hit "reply all" to an email, but instead of immediate dread, it's just pure, unadulterated "whoa." This car just goes. We're talking 0 to 60 mph in 3.4 seconds, thanks to its 641 horsepower and the e-AWD system. And the handling? It grips the road like a toddler grips a cookie. You feel incredibly connected, which is nice because sometimes I feel connected to nothing but my phone charger. And the comfort? Well, I'm not saying it's a La-Z-Boy on wheels, but I also wouldn't say no to a cross-country trip in it. Maybe with a nap.
Anyway, I pulled up to Sweeney's, and the aroma alone was enough to make my stomach rumble. Sam, who I'm fairly certain possesses an encyclopedic knowledge of all things meaty, greeted me. We talked about their incredible variety – everything from your standard farmed fare to some truly exotic game. If you've ever wondered what a sustainably sourced unicorn tastes like, this might be the place to ask. (Kidding, mostly.) They also offer meat processing services, which is pretty handy if you've, say, just successfully wrestled a wild boar and need some help turning it into breakfast sausage.
Speaking of sausage, their jerky and sausage selection is impressive. It's like a charcuterie board just had a very productive, delicious baby. And for Father's Day? Oh, they've got specials. And ask about their Jerky Bouquets. So if your dad appreciates a good cut of meat, and you don't want to get him another tie, you know where to go. You’re welcome.
The drive back was equally enlightening. Once you get past the initial "holy cow, this thing is fast" phase, you start noticing other things about the Ioniq 5 N. Like the quiet. It’s almost unnerving. No engine roar, no exhaust gurgle. Just… electric hum. It’s a completely different experience from a standard gasoline engine. There’s no shifting, no waiting for the power band to kick in. It’s just instant torque, all the time. It’s kind of like the difference between waiting for a dial-up connection to load a webpage and instantly streaming 4K video. One is a nostalgic memory, the other is just how things are now. And let’s be honest, we all prefer the latter. Plus, the N Grin Boost feature gives you a temporary power surge, which is less subtle than my attempts at humor. And the N Drift Optimizer? Let's just say I could have drifted around that corner, but I didn't. Probably. Also, the regenerative braking is fantastic, helping to recharge the 84.0 kWh battery while I drive. It's almost like the car is paying me back for driving it.
This Hyundai Ioniq 5 N truly is a game-changer for electric vehicles. It's not just about being green; it's about performance, comfort, and a driving experience that’s genuinely exciting. If you’re looking to buy an EV or just want to see what all the fuss is about, head over to Haselwood Hyundai. And then maybe stop by Sweeney's. Because even if you’re not in the market for a new car, you’re probably in the market for some delicious bacon. Just a thought.
