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Hyundai IONIQ 5

Hyundai’s first E-GMP car; its N delivers a 641 hp burst for 10 seconds.12

Researched October 29, 2026 from 35 sources

At a glance

0400800
168–641 hpPower
0510
3.4–8.5 s0–100 km/h
0150300
185–260 km/hTop speed
0400800
350–770 N·mTorque
01,2502,500
1,800–2,235 kgWeight

The coral arc spans the family, from its mildest version to its wildest.2

Engine
Single or dual permanent-magnet electric motors; 58–84 kWh batteries23
Layout
Rear-motor RWD or dual-motor AWD; 3,000 mm wheelbase2
Gearbox
2022 Limited AWD: 1-speed automatic; N: simulated 8-speed shifts29
Built at
Ulsan Plant 1, South Korea; HMG Metaplant America, Georgia, US2

The story

Hyundai opened its dedicated IONIQ EV range in 2021. The IONIQ 5 puts a roomy cabin on a 3,000 mm wheelbase, with an available sliding center console and trim made using recycled PET bottles.3

2021: IONIQ 5 launches with 800 V charging20212022: Three World Car Awards in one sweep · 77.4 kWh for the 2023 European range20222023: Hyundai N’s first EV debuts at Goodwood20232024: Rear wiper, 84 kWh and N Line · N wins World Performance Car · Two electric SUV records at Pikes Peak · Georgia-built 2025 cars adopt NACS20242025: Keiichi Tsuchiya’s 50-car DK Edition2025 Hyundai Pony: 1975–1990Hyundai PonyHyundai Ioniq (AE): 2016–2022AEHyundai 45 EV Concept: 2019Hyundai Ioniq 5 (NE): 2021–presentNE 19801990200020102020
GenerationsBefore and afterMilestones216192021
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YearWhat happened
1975–1990Hyundai Pony
2016–2022Hyundai Ioniq (AE)
2019Hyundai 45 EV Concept
2021–presentHyundai Ioniq 5 (NE)
2021IONIQ 5 launches with 800 V charging
2022Three World Car Awards in one sweep
202277.4 kWh for the 2023 European range
2023Hyundai N’s first EV debuts at Goodwood
2024Rear wiper, 84 kWh and N Line
2024N wins World Performance Car
2024Two electric SUV records at Pikes Peak
2024Georgia-built 2025 cars adopt NACS
2025Keiichi Tsuchiya’s 50-car DK Edition
  1. 2021

    IONIQ 5 launches with 800 V charging

    February 23 brings Hyundai’s first IONIQ-brand EV: 400/800 V charging, 10–80% in 18 minutes on a 350 kW charger and up to 3.6 kW V2L.3

  2. 2022

    Three World Car Awards in one sweep

    IONIQ 5 takes the World Car, World Electric Vehicle and World Car Design titles at the 2022 World Car Awards.4

  3. 2022

    77.4 kWh for the 2023 European range

    Announced for the 2023 European range, the long-range battery grows from 72.6 to 77.4 kWh; battery conditioning prepares the pack for charging.12

  4. 2023

    Hyundai N’s first EV debuts at Goodwood

    On July 13, Hyundai N’s first EV premieres at Goodwood. N e-shift mimics an 8-speed dual-clutch gearbox, accompanied by synthesized engine sounds.25

  5. 2024

    Rear wiper, 84 kWh and N Line

    The facelift adds a rear wiper, enlarges the long-range pack from 77.4 to 84 kWh and introduces N Line.2

  6. 2024

    N wins World Performance Car

    The IONIQ 5 N claims the World Performance Car title at the World Car Awards on March 27.4

  7. 2024

    Two electric SUV records at Pikes Peak

    Ron Zaras’s production N runs 10:49.267; Dani Sordo’s modified N clocks 9:30.852, setting the electric production and modified SUV/crossover records.6

  8. 2024

    Georgia-built 2025 cars adopt NACS

    For 2025, U.S. cars except N gain Georgia assembly and native NACS: 63 kWh offers 394 km EPA; 84 kWh RWD reaches 512 km.27

  9. 2025

    Keiichi Tsuchiya’s 50-car DK Edition

    Preorders open for just 50 IONIQ 5 N DK Editions worldwide. Keiichi Tsuchiya helped develop the car; DK comes from his Drift King nickname.8

Every generation

  • Hyundai Pony
    Hyundai Pony1975–1990
  • Hyundai Ioniq
    AE2016–2022
  • Hyundai 45 EV Concept
    Hyundai 45 EV Concept2019
  • Hyundai Ioniq 5
    NE2021–present

Power over the years

From 168 hp to 641 hp in 2 years.

0200400600800 2020202220242026 hp 2021 · 168 hp · 58 kWh RWD2021 · 215 hp · Launch 72.6 kWh RWD2021 · 302 hp · Launch 72.6 kWh AWD2022 · 225 hp · SE RWD, 77.4 kWh (U.S.)2022 · 320 hp · SE AWD, 77.4 kWh (U.S.)2023 · 601 hp · IONIQ 5 N, normal output2023 · 641 hp · IONIQ 5 N, 10-second Grin Boost2025 · 168 hp · SE RWD, 63 kWh (U.S.)2025 · 225 hp · SE RWD, 84 kWh (U.S.)2025 · 320 hp · XRT AWD, 84 kWh 641 hp IONIQ 5 N, 10-second Grin Boost 168 hp 58 kWh RWD
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YearHorsepowerModel
202116858 kWh RWD
2021215Launch 72.6 kWh RWD
2021302Launch 72.6 kWh AWD
2022225SE RWD, 77.4 kWh (U.S.)
2022320SE AWD, 77.4 kWh (U.S.)
2023601IONIQ 5 N, normal output
2023641IONIQ 5 N, 10-second Grin Boost
2025168SE RWD, 63 kWh (U.S.)
2025225SE RWD, 84 kWh (U.S.)
2025320XRT AWD, 84 kWh

Versions

11 versions worth knowing, with their power.

  • SE / SEL / Limited (U.S.)

    Standard

    SE / SEL / Limited (U.S.)

    2022

  • SE Connect / Premium / Ultimate (UK)

    Standard

    SE Connect / Premium / Ultimate (UK)

    2021

  • N Line

    Special

    N Line

    2024

  • Special

    N Line S

    2024

  • XRT

    Special

    XRT

    2025

    320 hp
  • IONIQ 5 N

    Performance

    IONIQ 5 N

    2023–present

    641 hp

  • Special

    Namsan Edition

    2023

  • Limited

    Project 45

    2021

  • Disney100 Platinum Edition

    Limited

    Disney100 Platinum Edition

    2024

    320 hp

  • Limited

    Batik

    2024

    60 built

  • Ioniq 5 N DK edition

    Limited

    Ioniq 5 N DK edition

    2025

How to spot one

Look for

  • Pixel-like light clusters mark both the nose and tail.16
  • A full-width clamshell hood leaves few visible panel gaps.23
  • Door handles sit flush with the body.16
  • Diamond-pattern 20-inch aero wheels are another clue when fitted.16
  • The rear roof pillar slopes at 45 degrees.16

Year by year

  1. 2024 facelift (UK)

    A rear wiper, longer spoiler, new 19- and 20-inch wheels, revised bumpers and redesigned LED V-shaped front trim mark the update.14

  2. 2024 facelift (UK), cabin

    Physical climate and heated-seat buttons join the sliding console; the twin displays gain a dark surround.14

  3. 2025 (U.S.)

    Standard models gain a rear wiper and new wheel designs; the revised steering wheel has lights showing battery charge.712

  4. 2026 (U.S.)

    Sage Silver Matte joins the palette; Ultimate Red and Cosmic Blue Pearl become available across all models.11

Against its rivals

  • IONIQ 5 vs Kia EV6 GT-Line AWD (2022)

    Price as tested lower is better

    IONIQ 5$55,920
    Kia EV6 GT-Line AWD (2022)$58,105
    9
  • Kia EV6 GT

    IONIQ 5 vs Kia EV6 GT

    Turn 1 cornering

    IONIQ 51 g
    Kia EV6 GT0.9 g
    22
  • Porsche Macan 4 Electric

    IONIQ 5 vs Porsche Macan 4 Electric

    Weight lower is better

    IONIQ 52,235 kg
    Porsche Macan 4 Electric2,330 kg
    17
  • Alpine A390 GTS

    IONIQ 5 vs Alpine A390 GTS

    Power

    IONIQ 5641 hp
    Alpine A390 GTS464 hp
    17

Prices

Value today $15.5K–$19.4K30

Price when newAuction saleValue today
$0$20K$40K$60K 2022202420262028 Value today: $15,472–$19,384 2022 · $39,700 · US MSRP, SE Standard Range2022 · $43,650 · US MSRP, SE RWD (77.4 kWh)2024 · $59,400 · US MSRP, Disney100 Platinum2025 · $42,600 · US MSRP, SE Standard Range2025 · $55,500 · US MSRP, XRT AWD2026 · $35,000 · US MSRP, SE Standard Range2026 · $39,800 · US MSRP, SEL RWD2026 · $46,275 · US MSRP, XRT AWD 2022 · $39,700 · US base MSRP, 2022 model year 2025 · $49,777 · 2025 Ioniq 5 N, 1,200 miles, Bring a Trailer $49.8K Bring a Trailer, 2025
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YearPriceAmountDetail
2022Launch price$39,700US base MSRP, 2022 model year
2022Price when new$39,700US MSRP, SE Standard Range
2022Price when new$43,650US MSRP, SE RWD (77.4 kWh)
2024Price when new$59,400US MSRP, Disney100 Platinum
2025Price when new$42,600US MSRP, SE Standard Range
2025Price when new$55,500US MSRP, XRT AWD
2026Price when new$35,000US MSRP, SE Standard Range
2026Price when new$39,800US MSRP, SEL RWD
2026Price when new$46,275US MSRP, XRT AWD
2025Auction sale$49,7772025 Ioniq 5 N, 1,200 miles, Bring a Trailer
2026Value today$15,472–$19,384

The rest of the story is in the app

The full file tells why each version matters, the legend behind the car and what to check before buying one.

  • Versions

    • Why each of the 11 versions matters

  • Legend

    • 13 stories from its legend
    • “57.446 seconds at Tsukuba”
    • “5,802 meters of altitude change”

  • Generations

    • The story of each of the 4 generations

  • Market

    • 6 things to check before buying one
    • Where prices are heading, and why
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