The Ioniq 5 burst onto the local electric vehicle scene more than three years ago like the
greyhound favourite out of a trap at the Dapto Dogs. The Dapto dish-lickers have since
gone to the dogs, with the track winding up, but the Hyundai-built Ioniq 5 crossover SUV
has continued to live a storied life, which has included being named the 2022 World Car
of the Year.
Now the MY25 Ioniq 5 five-seat SUV locally has won styling updates, new features and
technology, and two new battery sizes delivering up to 570 kilometres of range. Three
model grades are on offer, with the choice of Standard (440km) and Extended (up to
570km) range of powertrains, plus optional N Line and Digital Mirror Packs.
The base BEV, with 63kWh battery, comes to market at $69,800, plus on-road costs.
With 84kWh battery from the Ioniq 5 N, the price goes up to $75,800. A Dynamiq, with
the latter battery, sells for $80,800 and an Epiq tops off the lot at $84,300.
The N Line Pack adds exclusive styling and unique 20-inch alloy wheels, while Epiq
gains LED projection headlights with an intelligent front lighting system.
All Ioniq 5 models are covered by Hyundai s five-year, unlimited kilometre vehicle
warranty and eight-year, 160,000 kilometre high-volage battery cover.
STYLING
Already a leader in the design of electric vehicles, Hyundai stylists were cluey enough to
lay a light hand on the iconic Ioniq 5.
The new look is highlighted by a revised front bumper, skid plate and hidden lighting,
plus flat aluminium badging.
New 19- and 20-inch alloy wheels reshape the car s unique profile, while at the rear, a
revised bumper, spoiler and the addition of a windscreen wiper, and one of ten exterior
colours, complete the look.
INTERIOR
A nod to the past is a reworked centre console with simpler seat heating and ventilation
controls via buttons. Also given a lift are seat pattern, steering wheel, instrument cluster
bezel and multimedia screen.
Looking into the future, the MY25 Ioniq s cabin introduces the latest iteration of
Hyundai s Connected Car Next-Generation Cockpit, wireless Apple CarPlay and
Android Auto compatibility, Bluelink Connected Car Services and Over-The-Air updates.
The entry-level Ioniq 5 now has single-tone black wool and eco-processed leather
upholstery in place of the previous two-tone cloth. An eco-processed black leather is
now standard on Dynamiq and Epiq interiors.
Cargo storage ranges from 527 to 1587 litres; 57 litres up front in the rear-wheel drive
and 24 litres the all-wheel drive. There s a centrally located large bin and cupholders,
plus a wireless smartphone charger.
Rear-seat legroom is limited by the battery pack lodged under the body. Head room is
just the opposite.
INFOTAINMENT
The latest Ioniq 5 features the award-winning Connected Car Next-Generation Cockpit,
incorporating multimedia and instrumentation in an all-in-one interface inspired by the
interface of the ubiquitous smartphone.
The all-new 12.3-inch multimedia system features a CPU with four times more
computing power and 15 times more graphical processing power than the previous
system.
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N
Added to this is a high-definition 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster displaying sat nav
directions, visual SmartSense safety alerts, plus speedo, tacho, fuel and temperature
info in digital form or classic needle-type gauges.
Bluelink Connected Car Services and Over-The-Air software updates are available
across the range, the former free for the first five years of ownership.
ENGINES / TRANSMISSIONS
The MY25 Ioniq 5 2WD comes with a 63kWh battery in Standard Range and is upped to
a 84kWh battery in Extended Range, with a lithium-ion permanent magnet synchronous
electric motor and single-speed automatic transmission putting out 125kW of power and
350Nm of torque to the rear wheels.
SAFETY
Seven airbags, including front centre, side are the prelude to top safety, which also
includes forward collision-avoidance assist 2, forward with oncoming vehicle, evasive
steering assist, smart cruise control and lane assist.
Intelligent front lining automatically dips the beam in the face of oncoming traffic to avoid
dazzling drivers.
DRIVING
As I ve said before, I m not a fan of flush door handles, which are not the easiest to
operate with one hand. That said, I cannot fault the smooth, quiet powertrain operation
and general lack of intrusive cabin turbulence.
As well as battery boosts extended the Ioniq 5 operation, the MY25 model has
undergone improvements to ride and handling through increased chassis rigidity and
revised suspension tuning.
Chassis changes include upgraded body reinforcements in the B and C pillar door
surrounds and an underbody crossbar. The increased body stiffness has led to positive
impacts.
These include improved steering response and feedback, reduced vibration through the
steering wheel, enhanced body control and stability, plus improved noise, vibration and
harshness suppression.
SUMMARY
With greater range and an array of safety and technological upgrades, the refreshed
2025 iteration of our award-winning Ioniq 5 gives EV buyers an even more persuasive
SUV package, says Hyundai Motor Company Australia CEO, Ted Lee. My thoughts too.
RATINGS
Looks – 8
Performance – 6
Safety 8
Thirst 8
Practicality – 7
Comfort – 8
Tech – 8
Value – 6
AT A GLANCE
MODEL LINE-UP
Hyundai Ioniq 5 63kWh battery 2WD $69,800
Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh battery 2WD $75,800
Hyundai Ioniq 5 Dynamiq 84kWh battery 2WD $80,800
Hyundai Ioniq 5 Epiq 84kWh battery 2WD $84,300
Options
Matte Premium Paint $1000
N Line Pack $2500
Digital Mirror Pack $3000
Note: These prices do not include government of dealer delivery charges. Contact your
Hyundai local dealer for drive-away prices.
SPECIFICATIONS (Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range auto, RWD SUV)
ENGINE
Electric motor: Single motor
Maximum: 125kW
Maximum torque: 350Nm
Range 440km
DRIVELINE: Single speed automatic transmission, RWD
BATTERY: lithium-ion
Energy: 63kWh
PERFORMANCE:
Driving range: 440km
Energy consumption: (claimed) 20.6kWh/100km
CHARGING:
DC Fast Charge 10-80% (120kW Charger) Approx. 24m
DC connector: CCS type 2
AC Charge 10-100% 9hr
DIMENSIONS, WEIGHT, AND CAPACITIES
Length: 4655mm
Width: 1605mm
Height: 1890mm
Wheelbase: 3000mm:
Turning circle: 11.98m
Tare weight: 1960kg
BRAKES
Front: Ventilated disc
Rear: Ventilated disc
STANDARD WARRANTY
Five years / unlimited kilometres
Eight years / 160,000 kilometres, battery
