The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is a battery electric compact crossover SUV[9] produced by Hyundai since 2021. It is the first product to be marketed under the Ioniq sub-brand, and the first model developed on the Hyundai Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP).[12]
Overview
Hyundai presented the Ioniq 5 globally on 23 February 2021.[13] Its design was previewed by the Hyundai 45 EV Concept which was presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2019. Both the concept car and the production version are inspired by the original Hyundai Pony,[14] and features a theme, marketed as Parametric Pixel, applied to the headlights, tail lights, and wheels. The vehicle's clamshell bonnet spans the entire width with the 20-inch aerodynamic wheels.[15] The "45" describes both the 45th anniversary of the Pony coupe and the 45-degree angles prominent on the sides of the concept.[16] At the time, Hyundai called the design language "sensuous sportiness" and described the front and rear lights as carrying a "kinetic cube" theme.[17]
The Ioniq 5 was developed under the project code NE as the first vehicle based on the E-GMP platform.[18][19] The dedicated electric vehicle platform enables a fully flat interior floor with a 3-meter long wheelbase. The flat floor allows Hyundai engineers to develop a sliding front central console, marketed as Universal Island, which slides back by 140 mm. The vehicle has a cargo capacity of 531 L behind the rear seats that can be increased to approximately 1600 L with the second row seats folded. Greater rear legroom space was achieved by front seats approximately 30 per cent shorter than typical.[20]
The instrument panel of the Ioniq 5 uses two 12-inch screens: an instrument cluster display and the touchscreen infotainment system, both under a single glass screen. It is equipped with an optional head-up display with augmented reality support. Numerous interior parts are made from recycled materials, including PET bottles. The Ioniq 5 can be optioned with a single large glass panel roof without any support beams.[21]
The Ioniq 5 also features a front boot (alternatively called a frunk), with a 57 L capacity for the RWD version (except North America), while the AWD model and all North American versions have a 24 L capacity, due to the extra mechanical components underneath to support the front electric motor.[22] It has the ability to charge electrical equipment through the built-in V2L (Vehicle to Load) function. It can supply up to 3.6kW of power from the port mounted under the rear seats (except Australia) and from another port installed outside. The exterior port is able to supply power even if the vehicle is turned off.
In some markets, the Ioniq 5 is offered with an optional Digital Side Mirror (DSM) which replaces the conventional side mirrors with cameras and OLED screens.[23]
2024 facelift
The facelifted Ioniq 5 was revealed on March 3, 2024. Changes include the addition of a rear hatch windscreen wiper, and an updated infotainment system. A larger battery pack (84 kWh, up from 77.4 kWh) and minor improvements to power efficiency and aerodynamics were also introduced.[24][25] An N-Line variant was added to the improved Ioniq 5.[26]
N-Line
XRT
The XRT is an off-road-oriented trim introduced for the 2025 model year, revealed on September 3, 2024. It features increased ground clearance (by 0.8 inches), all-terrain tires, roof rails, and a dual-motor AWD powertrain producing 320 hp. The XRT has an EPA-estimated range of 259 miles.
Ioniq 5 N
The Ioniq 5 N was introduced on 14 July 2023 during the 2023 Goodwood Festival of Speed. The variant is the top-of-the-line model, marketed under the Hyundai N performance sub-brand.[27][28]
The exterior changes include a revised front end with larger air intakes, with additional air curtains and air flaps for improved cooling. The rear portion gained a rear wiper, wing-type spoiler integrated with a triangular third brake light, and a rear diffuser. With extended wheel arches and wider track, the Ioniq 5 N is 50 mm wider than the standard model and also 20 mm lower.[29] The larger front motor and front external speaker mean the Ioniq 5 N loses the front boot / trunk present in other Ioniq models.
The body in white structure of the Ioniq 5 N gains 42 additional welding points and 2.1 m of additional adhesives for improved rigidity. The motor and battery mountings were also reinforced, while the subframes were enhanced for lateral rigidity. Its power steering has a higher ratio and improved torque feedback.
The vehicle is equipped with two electric motors, providing a total of 448 kW and 740 Nm of torque.
Ioniq 5 eN1 Cup
During the Hyundai N festival in December 2023, Hyundai revealed concept images of the Ioniq 5 eN1 Cup car, a racing variant of the Ioniq 5 N, with the goal of finishing the development in February 2024. The car features an aerodynamic bodykit, including air intakes, a rear diffuser, and a rear wing. It also features a stiffer suspension setup, lowering the ride height by 2.8 in. The car is also said to be about 250 kg lighter than its road going counterpart.[31] Each racing team will have access to a special version of the Sound+ system, and drivers will be able to use N Grin Boost for extra power during overtakes, and N e-shift to add virtual gears. The Ioniq 5 eN1 Cup will start racing in late April 2024 in its own one-make EV series during the Hyundai N Festival in Korea.[32][33]
Powertrain
From vehicle launch to mid-2022, the international market Long Range Ioniq 5 initially had 72.6 kWh gross battery pack, which has since then been upgraded to 77.4 kWh gross capacity, a 58 kWh gross battery pack is available for the Standard Range model. The North American version is only available with the 58 kWh for Standard Range models or the newer 77.4 kWh batteries for Long Range models. Every Ioniq 5 has a top speed of 185 km/h.[34]
The battery can recharge 86 km of range in 5 minutes, or from 10 to 80% in 18 minutes, or 375 km in half an hour with its 800V charging capabilities by using a 350kW charger.[35] The peak battery speeds for the 58 kWh Standard Range are around 175 kW while it is around 230 kW on the 77.4 kWh Long Range. The 800V inverter is sourced from Vitesco Technologies, a subsidiary of the Continental group.[36] A five minutes charge will add 100 km to its range by WLTP standards.[37]
Markets
Asia
Brunei
The Ioniq 5 N has been launched in Brunei on 8 August 2025.[51]
India
The Ioniq 5 was introduced in India in January 2023 at the Auto Expo. It is Hyundai's second electric offering for India after the Kona Electric, which was available in the country since 2019. Assembled in the country, the Indian model is solely powered by a 72.6 kWh battery with 160 kW and rear-wheel drive.[52]
Indonesia
Following multiple introductions since 26 October 2021,[53]
Concepts and prototypes
Robotaxi
The Ioniq 5 Robotaxi was unveiled on 31 August 2021 and displayed at IAA Mobility 2021 on 6 September 2021.[103] Lyft began offering transport by driverless Ioniq 5 Robotaxis on the Las Vegas Strip on 16 August 2022.[104] The Ioniq 5 Robotaxi will have a human driver present until the end of 2022, after which the cars will operate on their own.
Since late 2023, the Ioniq 5 Robotaxi are assembled at the Hyundai Motor Group Innovation Centre in Singapore (HMGICS) facility to be exported to the US.[105]
Waymo started testing the model in US cities in November, 2025. The cars will be built in Hyundai's Metaplant in Georgia and will replace Waymo's aging robotaxi fleet.[106]
Awards
Ioniq 5
- Car of the Year 2021, Mid-size Company Car of the Year 2021, and Premium Electric Car of the Year 2021 from Auto Express at the New Car Awards 2021.[108]
- Won 2021 IDEA Design Award gold prize.
- 2022 New Zealand Car of the Year[109]
- 2022 German Car of the Year
- 2022 'Best Import Cars of the Year' by Auto Bild, winning the "Electric Car" category.
- Ranked 2022 No. 1 Electric Car by Autozeitung, receiving the highest score among electric cars.
- Best Design at the 'Top Gear Electric Awards 2021'.
Safety
Sales
In South Korea, the best-selling EV for 2022 was the Ioniq 5, recording 27,399 vehicle sales.[121]
See also
- Ioniq
- List of Hyundai vehicles
External links
References
- Hyundai Ioniq 5 NE car.info, retrieved 25 November 2023^
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- Tyler Manion. Hyundai reveals first look at the Hyundai IONIQ 5, first vehicle to be produced at Metaplant site