The Ioniq 5 is a stunning five-seater electric SUV from Hyundai. This electric SUV was launched in India in January 2023. The Ioniq 5 is a product of years of research and development by the South Korean carmaker to be a leader in the electric vehicle segment. The design and technology in the Ioniq 5 are new, and the SUV has been recognised for its appeal and sustainable approach. This article offers a detailed listing of the major features and specifications of the Hyundai Ioniq 5. It will also compare the car with its market rivals.
Exterior Styling Features: The Ioniq 5 has Hyundai's first clamshell hood that reduces panel gaps for better aerodynamics. The front bumper has a unique V-shape and distinct contours across the sides. There are Z-shaped graphics all over the body.
Dimensions: It measures 4635 mm in length, 1890 mm in width, and 1625 mm in height without the shark fin antennae. The wheelbase is 3000 mm.
Lighting Fixtures: The front features parametric pixel LED headlamps with premium front LED accent lighting. The rear features parametric pixel LED taillamps. The rear spoiler has an LED high-mount stop lamp.
Door Handles: At the side, the auto flush door handles vanish and offer a clean look.
Wheels: The R20 parametric pixel design alloy wheels look futuristic. The wheels are aero-optimised.
Active Air Flaps: The Active Air Flaps cool the car and increase energy efficiency.
Interior Features: The interiors are premium, with eco-processed leather seat upholstery. There are V2L (Vehicle-to-Load) amenities, a Hands-free smart power tailgate with a height adjustment feature, Heated outside mirrors with LED turn indicators, Dual zone FATC with auto defogger, and a wireless charger. It also has ambient sounds of nature.
Sunroof: The Ioniq 5 comes with a vision roof.
Seating: The front seat has a power adjustment feature with lumbar support, a premium relaxation structure, and a ventilated and heated function. The rear seats have power sliding, manual reclining, and heated functions. All seats have a memory function.
Driver's Display: It has a 12.3-inch driver's digital cluster.
Infotainment: It has a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system with navigation, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto Connectivity.
Connect Tech: The on-board connect car tech is the Hyundai Bluelink connected car technology with over 60 functions. Other features include Home-to-car (H2C) with Alexa, and Over-the-air update (infotainment system & map)
Audio: The Ioniq 5 has a top-notch Bose premium sound system with 8 Speakers.
Battery: It has a 72.6 kWh battery pack with a max power of 214.56bhp and max torque of 350Nm.
Transmission: It has a single-speed reduction gear.
Performance: The SUV goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.6 seconds. It has a range of 631 km.
Safety Features: The Ioniq 5 has 6 airbags, an Electric parking brake (EPB), an Electronic stability control (ESC), Vehicle stability management (VSM), Hill-start assist control (HAC), a Tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) [highline], all 4 disc brakes, a multi-collision-avoidance brake (MCB), Front and rear parking sensors, a Rear camera with dynamic guidelines, a Power child lock, a Child seat anchor (ISOFIX), and an electrochromic mirror (ECM).
Level 2 ADAS: The Ioniq 5 comes with the Hyundai SmartSense Level 2 ADAS system. It includes Forward Collision Warning (FCW), Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Driver Attention Warning (DAW), Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM), Leading Vehicle Departure Alert (LVDA), Surround View Monitor (SVM), and more.
VESS: It has a Virtual Engine Sound System that warns pedestrians of incoming vehicles from a distance.
Sustainable Elements: The leather used in the SUV's interior is dyed using flaxseed oil. Bio paint is used in the crash pad and trims. The headlining and carpet fabric include bio components. The door detailing is 100% recyclable paperette made from HDPE.
Ground Clearance: The Ioniq 5 has a ground clearance of 163 mm.
Boot Space: The Ioniq 5 has a boot space of 584 litres and a front trunk space of 57 litres.
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 has two notable rivals, the Kia EV6 and the BYD Seal. It is also compared to the BMW i4. Let's look at how it compares with its rivals regarding specs and features.
Dimensions: The Kia EV6 is longer than the Ioniq 5. It measures 4695 mm, while the Ioniq 5 measures 4635 mm. However, the Ioniq 5 is taller by 55 mm. The wheelbase is 2900 mm, 100 mm less than the Ioniq 5.
Wheels: The Kia EV6 has R19 crystal-cut alloy wheels, while the Ioniq 5 has larger R20 wheels with a parametric pixel design.
Comfort Features: The comfort amenities of both cars are similar.
Infotainment: Both cars have a 12.3-inch infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Powertrain: The Kia EV6 has a slightly more powerful 77.4 kWh battery. It offers a much higher range of 708 km compared to the Ioniq 5's 631 km.
Safety: The Kia EV6 has eight airbags, two more than the Ioniq 5. Other safety features, such as ABS with EBD, ESC, ISOFIX child seat mounts, parking sensors, and ADAS, are similar.
Dimensions: The BYD seal is longer because it is a sedan. Its height and wheelbase are less than those of the Ioniq 5. The Ioniq 5 is 165 mm taller.
Lighting Fixtures: The BYD Seal's glistening ripple lamp is unique and abstract, while the Ioniq 5's parametric headlamp design is more robotic.
Infotainment: The BYD Seal has a modern, extensive 15.6-inch self-adapt rotating screen, while the Ioniq 5 has a standard 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system.
Instrument Cluster: The Ioniq 5 has a larger 12.3-inch driver's display, while the BYD Seal has a 10.25-inch one.
Powertrain: The BYD Seal has a much more powerful 82.56 kWh Blade battery. The range of both cars is quite similar at 650 km for the BYD Seal and 631 km for the Ioniq 5.
Safety: The BYD Seal has 9 airbags, while the Ioniq 5 has 6. Other safety features are similar. The BYD Seal's Intelligent Torque Adaption Control is quite advanced, while the Ioniq 5's VESS system is top-notch.
Dimensions: The BMW i4 is a luxury electric sedan, so it is long by design. It also has more width, measuring 2073 mm, while the Ioniq 5 measures 1890 mm. The Ioniq 5 stands taller at 1625 mm compared to the 1448 mm BMW i4.
Screens: The BMW i4 has a unique BMW curved display with a 12.3-inch instrument cluster and a 14.9-inch central information display. The Ioniq 5 has standard 12.3-inch screens for infotainment and the instrument cluster.
Connect Tech: The Ioniq 5 has the Hyundai Bluelink with 60 functions. The BMW i4 has the BMW Operating System 8.0.
Powertrain: The Ioniq 5 has slightly less battery capacity than the i4's 83.9 kWh battery. However, the Ioniq 5's range is much higher, at 631 km, while the i4's range is 590 km.
Safety: The Ioniq 5 has 6 airbags, while the BMW i4 has 8. Despite the i4's much higher price range, the standard safety features of both cars are similar.
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