Hyundai Motor India marked a significant milestone this year with the successful performance of its second electric offering, the Ioniq 5. Within the span of a year, the electric crossover has notched up over 1,000 unit sales in the country. The initial 500 units were swiftly snapped up by July, with the remaining 500 units finding homes over the subsequent five months. Positioned as a premium offering, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 comes with a price tag of Rs 45.95 lakh (ex-showroom). Arriving as a Completely Built-Up (CBU) unit, the vehicle is then assembled at Hyundai’s state-of-the-art facility.
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 boasts a powertrain setup featuring a 72.6kWh battery pack and an electric motor generating 217bhp and 350Nm of torque. The electric crossover, adopting a Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) configuration, boasts an ARAI-certified range of an impressive 631km on a single charge. It supports rapid 800V charging, enabling a swift charge from 10 percent to 80 percent in just 18 minutes.
Inside, the Ioniq 5 offers a minimalist yet futuristic interior with a movable center console, a flat floor, and flexible seats. The fabric upholstery is crafted from recycled plastic and eco-friendly leather, embodying Hyundai’s commitment to sustainable practices. Loaded with features, the Ioniq 5 is equipped with a 12.3-inch dual-screen setup, incorporating one for the instrument cluster and another for the touchscreen infotainment system.
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) technology and a Head-Up Display (HUD) with augmented reality functions further enhance the vehicle’s technological prowess. Notably, the Ioniq 5 features a Vehicle-to-Load function with a 3.6kW output, enabling the powering of electrical appliances such as smartphones and laptops through two ports located conveniently under the rear seats and near the charging port.
While enjoying the success of the Ioniq 5, Hyundai had also tantalized enthusiasts at the 2023 Auto Expo with a glimpse of the Hyundai Ioniq 6 electric sedan. However, there is currently no official confirmation regarding its launch in India.
Sharing the E-GMP skateboard architecture with the Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6, the Ioniq 6 draws inspiration from the Prophecy concept. It offers two battery size options – 53kWh and 77kWh. The RWD setup is standard, while the dual-motor AWD configuration is reserved for higher variants. The Ioniq 6 impresses with WLTP-certified ranges ranging from 429km for the RWD 53kWh variant to up to 614km for the 77.4kWh, and up to 583km for the AWD variant.
