Hyundai Motors India has recently launched its second electric offering in India in the form of the IONIQ 5 crossover. Sharing its underpinnings with the Kia EV6, the electrified UV comes at an introductory price of Rs 44.95 lakh (ex-showroom). It can be seen as a premium alternative to the BYD Atto 3 electric SUV. Although the aforementioned EV is also new on the market, it is attracting a lot of interest from buyers.
So today we’ll put it against Hyundai’s IONIQ 5 to see how they compare: –
| Hyundai IONIQ 5 | BYD Atto 3 | |
| Battery capacity | 72.6 kWh | 60.48kWh |
| Drivetrain | Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) | Front Wheel Drive (RWD) |
| Max Power | 217PS | 204PS |
| Max Torque | 350Nm | 310Nm |
| Claimed Range | 631 km | 521km |
| 0-100kmph (claimed) | 7.6 seconds | 7.3 sec |
| AC charging time (0-100%) | 6 hrs 55 min via 11 kW | ≈ 10 hrs via 7.2 kW |
| Fast Charging Time | 10-80% in 18 minutes via 350kW charger | 0-80% in 50 min via 80kW charger |
- Hyundai IONIQ 5 out lashes the BYD Atto 3 by a huge margin.
- The Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers the longest drive range in its class. With its 60.48kWh battery pack, the Atto 3 still claims a range of over 500 kilometres on a single charge.
- There are fast charging capabilities in both cars, but the IONIQ 5 supports up to 350kW DC charging, as opposed to the Atto 3’s 80kW DC charging.
- Hyundai offers the IONIQ 5 with a rear-wheel drive system, whereas the Atto 3 gets a front axle-mounted e-motor that is slightly less powerful & torquey than the Korean SUV.
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Dimensions
| Hyundai IONIQ 5 | BYD Atto 3 | |
| Length | 4,635mm | 4,455mm |
| Width | 1,890mm | 1,875mm |
| Height | 1,605mm | 1,615mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000mm | 2,720mm |
| Ground Clearance | 165mm | 175mm |
| Boot Space | – | 440 litres (expandable up to 1,340 litres) |
| Wheels | 20-inch alloys | 18-inch alloys |
- In comparison to the BYD Atto 3, the Hyundai offering is 180mm longer and 15mm wider. It also has 280mm more wheelbase.
- The Atto 3 is taller and has much more ground clearance.
Key Features
| Hyundai IONIQ 5 | BYD Atto 3 |
| Regenerative braking systemParametric pixel LED headlamps & tail lampsActive air flapFront trunk (57 litres)V2L (Vehicle-to-Load) functionParametric pixel design alloy wheelsAuto flush door handlesRear spoilerPanoramic sunroofDigital instrument clusterEco-processed leather seat upholsteryPower adjutsble front seats with heating & ventilation functionsRear heated seatsMemory seat configuration (all seats)Sliding center consoleDual zone ACWireless smartphone chargingAugmented reality (AR) head-up display (HUD)12.3-inch touchscreen Infotainment with Apple Carplay and Android AutoHome-to-car (H2C) with Alexa & Google Voice AssistantConnected car techOTA SupportBose premium sound system6 Airbags360-degree cameraElectronic stability control (ESC) & Vehicle stability management (VSM)Multi collision-avoidance brake (MCB)Electric parking brake (EPB)Tyre pressure monitoring systemPower child lockAdvanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS): Forward collision avoidance assist, Blind-spot monitoring, Blind-spot collision warning and avoidance assist, Safe exit warning and assist, Rear occupant alert, Adaptive cruise control, Lane following assist, High beam assist, Leading vehicle departure alert, Rear cross traffic collision warning and avoidance assist | Regenerative brakingLED lighting systemAlloy wheelsV2L (Vehicle-to-Load) functionElectric tailgateMulti-color gradient ambient lightingMulti-color gradient ambient lighting with music rhythm – door handleA free-floating 12.8-inch rotating touchscreen infotainment system with Apple Carplay and Android AutoVoice assistant8 speakersElectrically heated side mirrorsWireless smartphone chargerAuto ACA PM2.5 air filterPanoramic sunroofDigital instrument panelSynthetic leather seat6-way power adjustment driver seat4-way power adjustment front passenger seatKeyless entrySeven airbagsTyre pressure monitoring systemElectronic Stability Programme (ESP)Tyre repair kitAdvanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) suite with active safety features like adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, auto-emergency braking, lane departure warning, and rear cross-traffic alert. |
Also Read: BYD Seal, Atto 3 & EV6 MPV – Three EVs At Auto Expo 2023
Price
| Hyundai IONIQ 5 | BYD Atto 3 | |
| Ex-Showroom | Rs 44.95 lakh(for first 500 customers only) | Rs 33.99 lakh |
Verdict
Both electric vehicles are well equipped and have quirky design details that make them stand out. However, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 has a bigger battery pack, delivers more performance, and offers more range. In addition, Hyundai’s extensive service network and customer trust in its brand back the IONIQ 5. Nonetheless, it remains to be seen if buyers consider the IONIQ 5’s advantages significant enough to warrant the extra cost over the Atto 3.
