What is the AAA Car Guide?
HYUNDAI IONIQ 5 LIMITED
Category Ranking : 1
Score : 96.42
Vehicle Type | Base Price | Price As Tested | SUV Electric | $56,500 | $58,005 |
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Overall Observations
The lonia 5 compact crossover, introduced in 2022, is EV from Hyundai’s lonia sub-brand. We tested the top-of-the-line Limited trim, with dual motors, a 77.4-kWh battery pack, and all-wheel drive.
The lonia 5’s exterior retro styling is both distinctive and mundane. If you want to get noticed when you drive down the street, other EVs can do a better job.
Looks aside, does the lonia 5 deliver the goods? For the most part, yes. It provides a smooth, comfortable ride with good suspension damping, although passengers sometimes get jolted when driving over rough or uneven roads. Handling is responsive, if not sporty, and both exterior and interior build quality are very good.
Noteworthy features include an open, airy cabin with good headroom and legroom for all passengers, a 350-kW DC fast-charging system that reputedly can take the battery from a 10% to an 80% charge in less than 20 minutes, and a comprehensive set of advanced safety features.
The 5 comes up short in a few areas, though. The infotainment system and climate controls are nonintuitive and difficult to use, the rear roof supports create a blind spot to the rear and sides, the panoramic sunroof doesn’t tilt or slide, and the MSRP is high for a vehicle with less than 300 miles of range.
VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS
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Model year tested:
2023 -
Number of passengers (F/R)
2/3 -
Curb weight (lbs):
4,464 -
Exterior L / W / H (in):
182.5/74.4/63.0 -
Wheelbase (in):
118.1 -
Number of airbags:
7 -
Warranty (month/miles) :
60/60,000 -
Tire manufacturer and model :
Michelin Primacy Tour A/S -
Front and rear tire size :
255/45 R20 -
Max towing capacity (lbs) :
2,300 -
Headlight type:
LED -
Transmission type:
Auto 1-speed -
Drivetrain type:
All wheel -
Engine/motor:
Dual electric motors -
Electric motor horsepower:
320
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PROS
- Smooth, comfortable ride quality; responsive handling
- Good headroom and legroom; open, airy cabin
- High-quality exterior/interior fit and finish, materials quality
- Fast charging times because of 800-volt battery architecture
CONS
- Nonintuitive infotainment system; difficult-to-use climate-control system
- Panoramic roof doesn’t slide or tilt open
- High MSRP for a vehicle with less than 300 miles of range
AAA’s Recommendation: Whether you own an electric vehicle or a gas-powered car is up to you – and you should consider lots of factors in making that choice. No matter what type of vehicle you’re choosing, we recommend visiting a dealership, test driving one, and asking as many questions as possible to make an informed decision.
