The Hyundai Ioniq 5 () is a battery electric compact crossover SUV produced by Hyundai since 2021. It is the first product to be marketed under the electric cars-focused Ioniq sub-brand, and the first model developed on the Hyundai Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP).
Overview
The Ioniq 5 was revealed globally on 23 February 2021. Its design was previewed by the Hyundai 45 EV Concept which was presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2019. Both the concept car and the production version are inspired by the original Hyundai Pony, and features the Parametric Pixel design that is applied to the headlights, tail lights, and wheels. The vehicle's clamshell hood spans the entire width to make a sleek look with the 20-inch aerodynamic wheels. The "45" describes both the 45th anniversary of the Pony coupe and the 45-degree angles prominent on the sides of the concept. At the time, Hyundai called the design language "sensuous sportiness" and described the front and rear lights as carrying a "kinetic cube" theme.
The Ioniq 5 was developed under the project code NE as the first vehicle to be based on the E-GMP platform. The dedicated electric vehicle platform enables the vehicle to adopt a fully flat interior floor with a 3-meter long wheelbase. The flat floor allows Hyundai engineers to develop a sliding front central console marketed as 'Universal Island', which is able to slide backwards by . The vehicle has a cargo capacity of behind the rear seats that can be increased to nearly with the second row seats folded. The rear legroom space was achieved by making the front seats approximately 30 percent thinner than typical seats.
The dashboard of the Ioniq 5 is made up of two screens, one for the instrument cluster display and the other for the infotainment system, both under one piece of glass. It is equipped with an optional head-up display with augmented reality support. Many of the interior parts are made from recycled materials, including PET bottles. The Ioniq 5 can be optioned with a single large glass panel roof without any support beams.
The Ioniq 5 also features a front boot (alternatively called a frunk), which has a capacity for the RWD version (except North America), while the AWD model and all North American versions have a capacity, due to the extra mechanical components underneath to support the front electric motor. It has the ability to charge electrical equipment through the built-in V2L (Vehicle to Load) function. It can supply up to 3.6kW of power from the port mounted under the rear seats (except Australia) and from another port installed outside. The exterior port is able to supply power even if the vehicle is turned off.
In some markets, the Ioniq 5 is offered with an optional Digital Side Mirror (DSM) which replaces the conventional side mirrors with cameras and OLED screens.
Ioniq 5 N
The Ioniq 5 N was introduced on 14 July 2023 during the Goodwood Festival of Speed. The variant is the top-of-the-line model, marketed under the Hyundai N performance sub-brand.
The exterior changes include a revised front end with larger air intakes, with additional air curtains and air flaps for improved cooling. The rear portion gained a rear wiper, wing-type spoiler integrated with a triangular third brake light, and a rear diffuser. With extended wheel arches and wider track, the Ioniq 5 N is wider than the standard model and also lower.
The body in white structure of the Ioniq 5 N gains 42 additional welding points and of additional adhesives for improved rigidity. The motor and battery mountings were also reinforced, while the subframes were enhanced for lateral rigidity. Its power steering has a higher ratio and improved torque feedback.
The vehicle is equipped with two electric motors, providing a total of and of torque. However, Hyundai equipped the Ioniq 5 N with an N Grin Boost mode, allowing a maximum output of and of torque being released for 10 seconds. Hyundai claimed a acceleration figure of 3.5 seconds, or 3.4 seconds with the N Grin Boost mode activated. The lithium-ion battery for this variant is also extended to 84 kWh.
Several aspects were conceived to simulate an internal combustion vehicle. An N e-shift function emulates the feel of a 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, by controlling motor torque to simulate the jolt between shifts. A system called N Active Sound+ uses eight interior and two exterior speakers to play three different sound themes based on throttle position, such as a 2.0-liter turbocharged petrol engine from other Hyundai N cars, futuristic EV themes and twin-engine fighter jet sounds.