Hyundai motor company launched IONIQ 5, a midsize CUV and the first model in Hyundai’s new IONIQ line-up brand dedicated to Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV). IONIQ 5 sets the benchmark to redefine the electric mobility lifestyle with a range of sustainable and innovative features.

IONIQ 5 is built upon Hyundai Motor Group’s dedicated BEV architecture called Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), enabling it to have unique proportions on an elongated wheelbase.

With E-GMP, IONIQ 5 offers innovative interior design with eco-friendly materials in many touchpoints, strong performance mated with ultra-fast charging and a Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) function, as well as advanced connectivity and driver assistance features that will offer the ultimate in-car experience while also ensuring safety.

1. EXTERIOR DESIGN

IONIQ 5’s progressive design evokes the daring attitude of Hyundai Pony, the company’s first production car. It offers a redefinition of timeless design, a theme that will expand as the IONIQ line-up grows.

The front of the car is equipped with Hyundai’s first clamshell hood and eye-catching V-shaped positioning lamps. Meanwhile, pixelated headlamps incorporate distinctive daytime running lights (DRLs). These small pixel-like clusters also appear at the rear of the vehicle.

The front and rear forms of the vehicle merge together at its doors, offering another example of Hyundai’s ‘Parametric Dynamics’ design first seen on the all-new Tucson

On the sides, auto flush door handles provide clean surface styling and enhanced aerodynamic efficiency. The strong C-pillar shape, inspired by Hyundai’s ’45’ EV concept, gives IONIQ 5 a commanding presence clearly identifiable from a distance.

Aero-optimised wheels further echo the Parametric Pixel design theme and are offered in a super-sized 20-inch diameter.

Customers can choose from nine exterior colours, including five nature-inspired hues exclusive to IONIQ 5.

Exterior colours–

  • Gravity Gold Matte [Launch colour]
  • Shooting-Star Gray Matte
  • Digital Teal-Green Pearl
  • Mystic Olive-Green Pearl
  • Lucid Blue Pearl
  • Atlas White
  • Galactic Gray Metallic
  • Cyber Gray Metallic
  • Phantom Black Pearl

2. INTERIOR DESIGN AND TECHS

The E-GMP provided IONIQ 5’s designers with an unprecedented level of freedom to create an innovative and modular interior. The model’s flat floor, where the model’s batteries are stored, creates extra legroom and the spaciousness of a large passenger car in a CUV body type.

The long 3,000 mm wheelbase allowed Hyundai designers to apply a ‘Living Space’ theme to the interior, rather than a conventional car design theme. This includes the Universal Island, a moveable centre console that can slide back as much as 140 mm, allowing more freedom of movement inside the vehicle.

IONIQ 5 is also equipped with electrically adjustable front seats which can recline to the occupant’s optimum angle to offer a weightless feeling and support for the lower leg. In addition, the model’s electrically adjustable rear seats can slide up to 135 mm forward and backwards.

Many of the interior touchpoints – seats, headliner, door trim, floor and armrest – use eco-friendly, sustainably sourced materials. These include as recycled PET bottles, plant-based (bio PET) yarns and natural wool yarns, eco-processed leather with plant-based extracts, and bio paint with plant extracts.

Available audio and connectivity equipment:

  • 12-inch full-touch Audio Video Navigation (AVN) system
  • 12-inch digital gauge cluster
  • Augmented Reality Head-Up Display (AR HUD)
  • Bose Premium Sound System with eight speakers including a subwoofer
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • Bluelink® Connected car services
  • Wireless charging pad
  • Five USB ports

3. POWER ELECTRIC SYSTEMS

IONIQ 5 is available with a range of power electric (PE) configurations to fit the mobility needs of every customer, with no compromises on performance. Customers can select from two battery pack options, either 58 kWh or 72.6 kWh, and two electric motor layouts, either with a rear motor only or with both front and rear motor. All PE variations provide outstanding range and deliver a top speed of 185 km/h.

When equipped with two-wheel drive (2WD), 72.6-kWh battery and 19-inch wheels, IONIQ 5’s maximum driving range on a single charge is 481 km, according to the Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP) standard.

4. ULTRA-FAST BATTERY CHARGING & VEHICLE-TO-LOAD (V2L) FUNCTION

IONIQ 5’s E-GMP can support both 400V and 800V charging infrastructures. The platform offers 800V ultra-fast charging capability as standard, along with 400V charging, without the need for additional components or adapters. With a 350-kW charger, IONIQ 5 can charge from 10 per cent to 80 per cent in just 18 minutes, and reach 100 km of range with less than five minutes of charging

IONIQ 5 also provides an innovative V2L function, which allows customers to charge electric devices such as electric bicycles, scooters or camping equipment using the vehicle’s battery. The V2L function can supply up to 3.6 kW of power.

5. ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY AND CONNECTIVITY

IONIQ 5 seamlessly integrates advanced technologies for an enhanced digital user experience. The wide, configurable, dual-cockpit features a 12-inch, full-touch infotainment screen and a hoodless 12-inch digital gauge cluster that can be customised to meet customers’ needs. For the first time in Hyundai, IONIQ 5 features an Augmented Reality Head-Up Display (AR HUD), essentially turning the outside world into a display. Drivers can choose to use AR technology to project relevant information, such as navigation, advanced safety and the car’s surroundings, to their line of sight across the windshield.

Hyundai is offering the latest version of its upgraded Bluelink connected car services that deliver a range of new features and allow customers to control their car with their smartphone or voice to make their drive more convenient and enjoyable.