Hyundai Ioniq 5 Will Make Its Official India Debut On December 20

Bookings for Hyundai’s flagship EV will begin on the same date

• Hyundai Ioniq 5 sits on the Korean brand’s dedicated EV platform.

• Globally gets a choice of two battery packs and four powertrains.

• Will offer a claimed range of 481km (WLTP) and up to 325PS of performance.

• Shares its mechanical underpinnings with the Kia EV6.

• The official launch is expected by January 2023.

• Likely to be priced from Rs 50 lakh (ex-showroom) onwards.

The much anticipated Hyundai Ioniq 5 EV will finally make its debut on Indian soil on December 20. It will be Hyundai's second EV offering here after the Kona Electric.

The Ioniq 5 has the same underpinnings as the Kia EV6, i.e., it’s based on the E-GMP platform specifically designed to underpin a range of electric vehicles bearing the badges of Hyundai and Kia.

In terms of the battery pack and powertrain options, the Ioniq 5 might be offered in India with both 58kWh and 72.6kWh battery pack choices, which offer claimed (WLTP) ranges of up to 384km and 481km, respectively. 

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Internationally, it is offered in rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive configurations, both getting multiple states of tune. In its lowest specification, it has a single electric motor making 170PS, while the top variant has a dual motor setup for a performance rating of 325PS.

The interior of the Hyundai EV uses eco-friendly materials such as eco-processed leather and fabric made from recycled plastic. In terms of features, the Ioniq 5 gets integrated 12.3-inch infotainment and driver displays, a panoramic sunroof and a 360-degree camera. It also offers the V2L (Vehicle 2 Load) feature, which will help meet your supplementary power requirements using the EV’s battery.

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Hyundai's new electric midsize crossover will also include a complete suite of ADAS (advanced driver-assistance systems) comprising lane-keep and departure aid, automated emergency braking, adaptive cruise control and blind spot monitoring.

The new Ioniq 5 is expected to be priced from Rs 50 lakh (ex-showroom) onwards and will rival the likes of the Kia EV6 and Volvo XC40 Recharge.