2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5

Name: 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 Review
Brand: Hyundai

Release Date: Late 2024

Estimated Price: Starting around $43,000

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The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is a great choice for an electric crossover SUV. It's fun to drive and has a good amount of range. It's also capable of charging very quickly, which is a big benefit on long drives. Cargo space is lackluster, but otherwise there's very little to fault with the Ioniq 5.Read full review

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2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 Review

byMichael Cantu^{Correspondent
Michael Cantu has worked in the automotive industry since 2014. He has written over 800 car-related articles and tested and reviewed over 100 vehicles over the course of his career. Michael is a contributor at Edmunds and has also contributed to MotorTrend, Digital Trends and InsideEVs. Michael was featured on a few InsideEVs YouTube channel videos on the topic of electric vehicles. Michael was a MotorTrend Car of the Year judge for 2019 and was a driver in MotorTrend's World's Greatest Drag Races 7 & 8.}

rating written byNick Yekikian^{Senior News Editor
Nick Yekikian has worked in the automotive industry since 2019. He has written close to a thousand car-related articles and tested and reviewed more than 200 vehicles over the course of his career. Nick is the Senior News Editor at Edmunds and has also contributed to MotorTrend, Automobile Magazine and Super Street. When Nick isn't zipping around town in his latest used-car find, he's probably making digital art in Photoshop or playing disc golf with friends.}

Pros

Comfortable ride and quiet cabin
Rapid acceleration from Ioniq 5 models with dual motors
User-friendly interior design
Very quick fast-charging times

Cons

Thick rear roof pillars obstruct rear visibility
Cargo space is smaller than average for the class
No wireless connectivity for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay

What's new

More range for 2025
New performance Ioniq 5 N and off-road-themed XRT versions
Updated interior with more convenient controls and tech features
New Tesla-style charge plug design
Part of the first Ioniq 5 generation introduced for 2022

Overview

The Ioniq 5 is part of Hyundai's electric lineup that also includes the Kona Electric SUV and the Ioniq 6 sedan. It's the largest electric SUV the brand currently offers, but not for long. The all-new three-row Ioniq 9 SUV is expected to debut toward the end of 2024. The Ioniq 5 is one of our highest-rated electric SUVs and is about the size of a Tucson but looks more like a sleek hatchback than an SUV. For 2025, Hyundai has introduced a new high-performance Ioniq 5 N model that's separately reviewed on Edmunds and improved the rest of the lineup with more range and a new off-road-themed XRT trim.

Edmunds spotlight: The Ioniq 5 adds Tesla's charge port and a lot more

The 2025 Ioniq 5 will have a Tesla-style charging plug. This should allow 2025 Ioniq 5 owners access to the Tesla Supercharger stations across the country without needing to use an adapter. The 2025 Ioniq 5 also gets a higher-capacity battery that Hyundai says provides slightly more range — up to an estimated 310 miles for a single-motor Ioniq 5. Other small but important changes include the addition of new front and rear styling, a rear windscreen wiper, a relocated wireless charging pad, reworked interior controls for easier use, more advanced driver assist features and wireless smartphone connectivity. Lastly, all 2025 Ioniq 5s will be built in Georgia. Hyundai says this should allow Ioniq 5 buyers to at least partially qualify for the federal tax credit. To read more on the EV tax credit and what's new, check out our breakdown right here.

Competitors to consider

The Ioniq 5 is an excellent choice for an electric SUV, but it's up against several competitive rivals. The Ford Mustang Mach-E and Tesla Model Y are two of its top competitors. The Volkswagen ID.4 is another worthy rival, particularly if you're on a tight budget. The Ioniq 5's corporate cousin, the Kia EV6, is another compelling alternative that provides slightly longer range. Smaller, more affordable competitors include the Hyundai Kona Electric and Kia Niro EV. For the full rundown on the Ioniq 5, check out our test team's thorough review in the Expert Rating below.

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8.3

out of 10

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Performance

8.5/10

How does the IONIQ 5 drive? The Ioniq 5 is an easy EV to get acquainted with and makes a great daily driver. With the dual electric-motor setup, which is what we tested, the Ioniq 5 provides excellent traction and smooth and responsive acceleration. In our testing, this AWD Ioniq 5 sprinted from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.7 seconds, slightly edging out the Tesla Model Y Long Range (4.8 seconds in our testing). It was also well ahead of a comparable Ford Mustang Mach-E model.

Around-town driving is smooth and easy. The amount of regenerative braking — this is where an EV slows down after you let off the accelerator and helps recharge the battery pack — is adjustable, so you can dial in the amount you prefer. The switch to the regular friction brakes is also so smooth that you'll likely never notice. Another pleasant surprise is the Ioniq 5's handling. You can hustle this EV around turns and actually have some fun doing it.

Comfort

8.5/10

How comfortable is the IONIQ 5? The Ioniq 5 has a supple ride over bumps and ruts in the road. Even the largest imperfections in the road surface don't cause undue jostling or vibrations in the cabin. It's easily one of the most well-composed cars in its class.

The front seats are soft and supportive. One of our drivers put in about eight hours of driving and had no complaints. The climate control system works well, and it's easy to keep things nice and comfortable inside the cabin. Plus, the lack of excess noise in the Ioniq 5 means the whirring of the fans is what you'll hear most. Road and tire noise is well hushed, and wind noise only gets noticeable at high speeds.

Interior

8/10

How’s the interior? The interior of the Ioniq 5 is far more conventional-looking than the car's exterior. If you're looking to be wowed by something "from the future!" the Ioniq 5 isn't it. Its dual-screen layout is straightforward in appearance and in operation. It's easy to get the hang of and presents no special EV learning curve.

The rest of the interior is just as straightforward. There's plenty of space in both rows for adults. The backrest of the rear seats reclines, which allows rear passengers to lounge around and chill out in near silence as they're ferried along. The only downside is visibility. The view out of the front is vast, but the thick rear roof pillars create relatively large blind spots. Getting the available surround-view camera system can help out.

Technology

8/10

How’s the tech? The Ioniq 5 comes well stocked with technology features. Most of them are standard, and the available Highway Driving Assist 2 feature is Hyundai's latest combo of enhanced adaptive cruise control and lane keeping assistance. The aids work well enough to help reduce driving fatigue and avoid possible collisions, but they don't operate without flaw in all scenarios.

The Ioniq 5 also comes with Hyundai's Bluelink app, which allows owners to control a number of the car's functions. You can turn on the heater or air conditioning before driving, set charge time limits, and see charging stations from the app. There is also the usual Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, and the whole infotainment system is zippy and relatively easy to get the hang of by way of the big 12.3-inch touchscreen.

Storage

7.5/10

How’s the storage? The Ioniq 5 is not the king of overall storage space. The rear hatch only offers up 27.2 cubic feet of storage space behind the second row. That's less than what you get from a Mach-E or Tesla Model Y. Those models also offer far more usable front trunks too. The one in the Ioniq 5 is barely large enough to store the charging cable the car comes with. At least the rear seats fold flat, which is convenient for loading longer items.

The cabin is full of cubbies and places to stow bottles, wallets and phones. And the movable center console is pretty cool even if it's of questionable use. Got small children who need safety seats? We found the car seat anchors to be pretty accessible, and the rear seat recline-and-slide function makes for easy access to the top tether points. The expansive rear legroom ensures that there shouldn't be too much compromise to front seat comfort if you're installing a rear-facing safety seat.

Continue reading Edmunds Expert Rating below

Range and Efficiency

7.5/10

How are the range and efficiency? [Editor's note: The following information relates to the 2022 Ioniq 5, which is the last Ioniq 5 we tested at Edmunds for real-world range. The 2025 model has more EPA-estimated range than the 2022 model, but our reporting here is still broadly applicable.] According to the EPA, the 2022 Ioniq 5 with AWD (which is what we tested) could do 256 miles on a single charge. In the real-world Edmunds EV Range Test, this dual-motor Ioniq 5 was able to travel 270 miles on a single charge. That's decent for an electric SUV, though comparable versions of the Tesla Model Y and Ford Mustang Mach-E have both eclipsed the 300-mile mark in our testing.

Recharging can be done at home or at public charging stations. Notably, the Ioniq 5 is compatible with the latest high-powered 350-kW fast-charging stations. Impressively, the Ioniq 5 proved to be one of the quickest-charging EVs on the market in Edmunds' charging speed testing, beating out competitors such as the Mach-E and Volkswagen ID.4.

Value

9/10

Is the IONIQ 5 a good value? There are less expensive EVs on the market but few offer as much value the Ioniq 5. For one, Hyundai's build quality is outstanding. There were no errant creaks or rattles in our test car. Hyundai's excellent warranty, strong performance and many standard features are also big draws. Overall, you're easily getting your money's worth here.

Wildcard

8.5/10

The Ioniq 5 brings a little something special to the table. It is more fun to drive than the EVs in its class (and most non-EV SUV equivalents as well) and features styling that has a distinctive 1980s hatchback retro vibe to it. It's not some flashy exotic, but it does have a little X-factor we don't think other automakers are going to try to replicate anytime soon.

Which IONIQ 5 does Edmunds recommend?

We suggest going for the SEL model. For a small premium, the SEL includes the generous list of standard features from the base SE model and adds synthetic leather upholstery, a wireless smartphone charger, rear air vents and a more advanced highway driving assist system. If you don't need all-wheel drive (dual motors), we recommend getting the single-motor rear-wheel-drive model for its longer range.

Hyundai IONIQ 5 models

[Editor's note: The following unofficial information is based on last year's Ioniq 5 and updated with what we know so far about the 2025 Ioniq 5. We'll continue to update this section once as we get more information.] The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is a small electric crossover SUV sold in four trims: SE Standard Range, SE, SEL, XRT and Limited. All except the SE Standard Range can be had in rear- or all-wheel drive. The rear-wheel-drive Ioniq 5 uses a single electric motor located at the rear axle. It produces 168 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque in the SE Standard Range trim level; the motor makes 225 hp in all other models. The AWD version adds a second motor at the front axle, for a combined total of 320 hp and 446 lb-ft. Read more for a complete rundown of the Ioniq 5's range and standard and optional features.

For 2025, long-range Ioniq 5s swap the old 77.4-kWh unit for a larger 84-kWh unit, and according to Hyundai that nets 280-plus miles on all-wheel-drive models and 310-plus miles if you opt for rear-wheel drive. Standard-range models also get a slight bump in battery size from 58 kWh to 63 kWh, which increases range to 240-plus miles, per Hyundai. XRT models come with standard all-wheel drive and the larger battery pack. The EPA has yet to confirm Hyundai's new range estimates. Despite the bigger batteries, we don't think power figures will grow for 2025. Hyundai hasn't confirmed power outputs for the refreshed Ioniq 5, but the rear-wheel-drive's 225 horsepower and the all-wheel drive's 320 hp should stick around unchanged.

SE Standard Range
Standard feature highlights for the base SE Standard Range trim include:

19-inch alloy wheels
LED headlights
Keyless entry and push-button start
Digital instrument panel
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Leather-wrapped steering wheel
Power-adjustable driver's seat
Heated front seats
Navigation system
12.3-inch touchscreen
Six-speaker audio system
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration (wireless connectivity for both)

Every Ioniq 5 is equipped with a comprehensive set of driver aids. These consist of:

Forward collision warning with automatic braking (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Hyundai and the car in front)
Intersection collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision during a left turn and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse)
Blind-spot intervention (automatically steers the car back into its lane if you try to change lanes while a car is in the vehicle's blind spot)
Lane keeping system (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane)

SE
The SE has the same features but with the larger battery pack and more powerful electric motor. Models with AWD also have a heat pump that works to more efficiently heat the cabin.

SEL
The midrange SEL trim starts with the SE features and adds:

Power-folding side mirrors
Hands-free liftgate
Ambient cabin lighting
Auto-dimming interior mirror
Heated steering wheel
Rear air vents
Synthetic leather upholstery
Wireless smartphone charging pad
Front parking sensors
A more advanced version of the adaptive cruise control and lane centering systems (Hyundai's Highway Driving Assist 2)

XRT
For 2025 Hyundai offers an off-road-focused XRT model, which adds:

Limited
The top Limited trim finishes off the features list with:

20-inch wheels (AWD only)
Automatic wipers
Panoramic sunroof
Projector LED headlights with LED accents
Driver's seat memory settings
Power-adjustable passenger seat
Digital rearview mirror
Ventilated front seats
Adjustable rear headrests
Sliding center console
Rear sunshades
Two-way charging system (has power ports you can use to power small appliances, devices and even charge other EVs)
Eight-speaker Bose premium audio system

The Limited also comes with additional driver aids, including:

Automated parking system (steers into a parking spot with little or no driver intervention)
360-degree camera system (gives you a top-down view of the Ioniq 5 and its surroundings for tight parking situations)
Blind-spot camera (displays an image of the vehicle's blind spot in the instrument panel when you activate a turn signal)
Rear automatic braking (applies the brakes automatically to avoid an imminent collision with an object behind the vehicle)
Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line on the windshield)

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2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 First Impressions

byBrent Romans

•7/13/2023 (updated 11/15/2023)

What is the Ioniq 5?

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is genuinely one of the best electric cars you can buy right now. It's quiet, comfortable, packed with features and enjoyable to drive. But is it fun to drive? Well, Hyundai will have this covered too with the debut of the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N.

What's powering the Ioniq 5 N?

Just one look at the Ioniq 5 N and it's pretty clear it wasn't meant to be slouching around city streets and cruising along highways. It's a far more purposeful interpretation of the standard car, with an aggressive front maw meant to direct air to independent radiators for the battery and motors to help the Ioniq 5 N keep cool during track sessions.

The Ioniq 5 N, as we've come to expect from Hyundai's N division products, has also been hitting the gym. The 84-kWh battery feeds a dual-motor all-wheel-drive system that has been juiced up to 601 horsepower, but press the N Grin Boost button and power jumps to 641 hp for a short time. With the boost engaged, Hyundai estimates the Ioniq 5 N will sprint from 0 to 62 mph in 3.3 seconds. If that holds true then the Ioniq 5 N should be one of the quickest electric SUVs available.

Quick charge times when connected to a DC fast-charging station is another advantage. As with other Ioniq 5 versions, the N can charge from 10% to 80% battery capacity in just 18 minutes.

So far, Hyundai has not said how much range the Ioniq 5 N will have.

What other upgrades does the Ioniq 5 N get?

Even though you wouldn't think to take a big, heavy EV to the racetrack, Hyundai is adamant the N is ready for track work. To that end, the N gets significantly beefier brakes than the standard Ioniq 5. The front brake discs measure 15.7 inches and are clamped on by four-piston calipers, while the rears measure 14.2 inches and have a single-piston caliper. Hyundai has also reprogrammed the regenerative braking in the Ioniq 5 N.

A new feature called N Brake Regen supplies the majority of the braking force on track (up to 0.6 g of braking force) and remains active even when you dig deep into the friction brakes. The benefits of heavy regen are, mostly, to preserve the physical brake discs until max braking force is needed (say, for heavy deceleration into a corner) and to reduce the amount the discs fade while on track.

There are scoops, flicks, wings and ducts everywhere to help redirect air, but they also have the side effect of punching up the Ioniq 5's curb appeal for us enthusiasts. The whole car is also wider and lower, and the chassis is significantly stiffer than the standard car. It rides on 21-inch wheels wrapped in Pirelli P Zero summer tires, and the wheels themselves make no pretense about being "aerodynamically efficient." This hot-Hyundai is clearly all about performance.

When is the Ioniq 5 N's release date, and how much will it cost?

The hardcore Ioniq 5 N will go on sale in March 2024 as a 2025 model, but Hyundai hasn't mentioned a price yet. Given that it boasts similar levels of equipment to the top-spec Ioniq 5 Limited and a number of pretty serious go-fast goodies, we wouldn't be surprised to see it priced near the $65,000 mark, but we won't know for sure until Hyundai sets a price later this year.

What will the other Ioniq 5 versions get for 2025?

We're not sure this far out. It's interesting that Hyundai says the N version has a 84-kWh battery pack, which is larger in capacity than the existing 77.4-kWh pack. It seems plausible that the 84-kWh battery could be used on other Ioniq 5s besides the N, which could result in more range. We also wouldn't be surprised to see Hyundai make other changes to availability of the car's standard and optional features.

Edmunds says

We're excited about the Ioniq 5 N. It improves upon the basic design of Kia's EV6 GT with significant changes that should make it a more compelling EV for enthusiasts.

2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5

2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 Review

Pros

Cons

What's new

Overview

Edmunds spotlight: The Ioniq 5 adds Tesla's charge port and a lot more

Competitors to consider

Am I Ready for an EV?

Edmunds Expert Rating

Performance

Comfort

Interior

Technology

Storage

Range and Efficiency

Value

Wildcard

Which IONIQ 5 does Edmunds recommend?

Hyundai IONIQ 5 models

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