![]() ![]() The EV has two 12.3-inch screens that are integrated into a single unit. Hyundai brings some serious heat with the Ioniq 5’s list of standard tech features. It’s a tiny little storage compartment that’s barely big enough for a few pints of ice cream, making you question why it even exists. Unlike most EVs, the Ioniq 5’s frunk isn’t really a space for extra cargo. To set the Ioniq 5 in motion, you have to twist the center-console-mounted stalk, which can be a tough switch for drivers who are used to more traditional gear shifters. Most controls are easy to use, except the inverted radio tuning button, which for some reason requires an upward press for lower channels and a downward press for higher channels. The Ioniq 5’s retro design is unlike anything else on the road.įor the most part, there’s little to complain about inside the Ioniq 5 thanks to its mix of smart design with eco-friendly and upscale materials. You’ll have to get the Ioniq 5 up to triple-digit speeds before wind noise makes its way into the cabin. Plus, the all-electric powertrain and a liberal amount of sound-deadening result in an interior that’s eerily quiet. ![]() These are the kind of seats you can sit comfortably in all day - you’ll need to stop to charge before you need to stop to stretch. The Ioniq 5’s seats are comfortable and offer plenty of adjustment, while material quality is mostly excellent, which is what we’ve come to expect from Hyundai. Unfortunately, it’s down on cargo capacity, with 27.2 cubic feet of space behind the rear seats. Compared to its closest competitors, the Ioniq 5 has more interior space than options like the Volkswagen ID.4 and Ford Mustang Mach-E - and feels like it in the real world. With the Ioniq 5’s feature-filled interior and massive cabin (it’s larger than Hyundai’s midsize Palisade), it makes for a great family-friendly vehicle. The center console can slide up to five inches for extra storage space, there’s a leg rest for the driver’s seat to let the driver relax while charging, and the rear seats slide fore and aft and also recline. It doesn’t just look futuristic it’s pragmatic. The curvature of the door panels and pixel design scattered throughout the cabin help the Ioniq 5’s interior feel special. The simple two-spoke steering wheel feels elegant, while the way the central touchscreen and digital instrument cluster are integrated into a single off-color trim piece is a fun take on things that are usually dull. That’s not a slight against the EV, as there are plenty of quirky interior design elements, but they’re nowhere near as in-your-face as the Ioniq 5’s beak-like front end. While the exterior design of the Ioniq 5 is radical, the cabin is more traditional. In a sea of cars that all look the same, the Ioniq 5 feels like finding a new species. While some EVs have one or two unique design elements that help them stand out, the Ioniq 5 is one of the few EVs that stands out because it’s so different. The boxy proportions, pointy front end, sharp body lines, and pixel-inspired lights give the Ioniq 5 a retro design that looks like it’s a car from an ’80s video game. But why do current automakers resort to designing EVs that are so mundane? Hyundai’s designers must have felt the same way, because they clearly saw an opening and capitalized on it with a stunning design that’s unique. We’re still 40 years away from the time period of The Jetsons, so automakers still have time to make the radical flying machines that we were promised. The Tesla Model Y is a snooze fest, the Volkswagen ID.4 has a dreary design, and the Subaru Solterra doesn’t look all that special. Joel Patel/Digital Trends Design and interiorįor being futuristic vehicles that are meant to peek into the future, modern electric cars are pretty boring. Because of changes to the federal tax credit, the Ioniq 5 doesn’t qualify for it anymore, though shoppers may still qualify for state tax credits. Our test vehicle was a loaded Limited with a matte paint job and carpeted floor mats, bringing the price up to $56,920. Pricing ranges from $41,245 (including the mandatory destination fee) to $52,395 for the Limited trim. The number of electric motors and battery pack size further differentiates each model. There are three different trim levels for the Ioniq 5: SE, SEL, and Limited. It’s already won numerous awards and been named Car of the Year by multiple organizations. Those are coming later, but the Ioniq 5 is here now, and it’s making waves in the growing electric SUV segment. It’s just the beginning of the new Ioniq subbrand that will include more SUVs and some sedans. The Ioniq 5 may be the first, but it won’t be the last. ![]()
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