My sister just bought one of these yesterday... stopped by to show me on the way home. She's on the road a lot for her job, so it's definitely going to get a workout. She's still just learning how everything works, but so far she really digs it.
Most reviewers also miss the fact that the 60/40 rear seat assemblies are on tracks and can be slid fore and aft independently. In most videos, however, the seats are parked in their aft most positions.
The sliding center console is only available on the top trim level. Atleast thats true in canada. Also in canada, only the top trim level has the moon roof and the silver body moldings. Every other trim level comes with black body moldings.
It's great that it can do that but AFAIK, it's not good for the batteries to repeatedly charge them that fast. I guess most people wouldn't do it THAT often so probably only on long trips etc. I hope they sell them in my state soon! 😀
America needed an EV crossover "thing" that rides comfortably. Teslas without air suspension are bouncy, as are the Mustang Mach-e and Polestar 2. I'd love to test drive this car. I sat in one at the LA auto show, and I really liked the interior. Feels very spacious and modern.
I wonder if that’s because auto manufacturers feel the need to make every car sporty. Partly due to car reviewers of the past and present knocking the car if the suspension felt “soft”.
@@lawnmowerdude EVs are heavy, it takes more effort to engineer a suspension that rides well rather than just making it super stiff. Tesla does not know how to tune cars. No ride issues with VW, Audi or Porsche products.
Great review as always Alex! Although it pains me to see you not notice that the front console slides forward and backwards….other than the fast charging , I think that was one of Hyundais biggest marketing points for this vehicle.
The mid console is sliding about 5,5 inches depends where you want to have it so it gives rear passages more space ,in your case is slid all the way back 🧐
At 15:27 Alex mentions being surprised by the lack of a logo in the middle of the steering wheel. Actually they were a little clever with that because there is the letter H there, it's just in Morse code (four dots).
Thanks Alex. Re. the rear center leg space, the center console should be able to slide forward to free up rear space, right? Perhaps only on some trims, but this appears to be the top trim with pano roof and should have the sliding console.
Yes ... the center console was in its furthest back position. And they are definitely adjustable ... and I'm also willing to bet it's a standard option on all trims.
Correct, it was in the furthest back position in the video, made to allow entering the vehicle from either side then hopping from one front seat to the other without having to exit the vehicle. It's one of the main interior features that Hyundai loves to show off, so it's weird that it wasn't explained to Alex...
Unfortunately sometimes you miss things. He may have not had the vehicle with him that long, or was pressed for time with other review vehicles, or he just forgot, which can happen too.
@@jjuhring1 I love the way it and the Porsche look. I think they're a bit slower than Tesla's Plaid but I would take either one of those over a Plaid any day.
He didn’t mention that the rear seats slide fore and aft, in addition to reclining. (Depending on seat recline position I imagine). That is one of the differences between this and the ev6.
HI ALEX, GOOD JOB!!! You are only about the 2nd guy to mention the IONIC-5's lack of a rear window wiper/washer!!! ( the other was the British guy with the nice looking I-Talian wife!!! It seems to me ANY hatchback car, verses a sedan that has a trunk, HAS to need a wiper!! And for $40-50 thousand bucks?? That's nuts!! I DO LOVE IT, THOUGH, because I'm a big guy, with size 16 shoes, and I'm ALWAYS BANGING MY KNEE ON THE DAMN CENTER CONSOLE!!! And I'm VERY HAPPY to hear you say how nice it rides!! THAT'S EXACTLY WHAT I'M LOOKING FOR!! Now if they could just make the frunk a little bigger...... THANKS ALEX!! AND THANKS ALSO FOR ALL THE GREAT, EXTREMELY DETAILED REVIEWS YOU'VE GIVEN US ALL THROUGHOUT THIS CRAZY YEAR!!!! CHAS ORVIS, PLAINVILLE, CT. PS : BE CAREFUL, STAY SAFE!!!
Is heat pump that rare? I had an option to order heat pump in Kia Soul EV, which is previous generation compared to Ioniq5. I actually didn't get it, because according to calculation, it would only improve the range about 5%-10% in the winter, and I don't travel on long distance on cold seasons.
Picking up my digital teal ioniq 5 limited tomorrow. Can’t wait to bring it home. The id4 awd pro s was a runner up. In the end, the lack of a heat pump, ventilated seats, and the 360 degree camera pushed me to the ioniq 5. I also enjoyed the driver seating position better on the ioniq.
Nice review...nice vehicle ! Two things: 1] please provide an entire episode on the charging networks in the U.S.; when will we all have 800-volt charging stations ?; 2] When you discuss relative prices, please provide a table on-screen....as no one can remember the numbers at the speed that you present them....with all of the model variations.
So, I have owned a 2021 AWD Mach-E First Edition for nearly a year. I absolutely love the car. But, I purchased my wife a 2022 Audi e-tron quattro premium plus vehicle, and now find any excuse to borrow her car on the weekends. Just a beautiful vehicle with awesome power, handling, and interior styling. Having said that, the price difference was $20,000. So although I believe EV producers should strive to make affordable vehicles for all, you have to acknowledge that there will be a tradeoff in quality, performance, ride, and build.
Same on heat pumps in homes. We put in 2 mini split heat pumps last year and the winter power bill got cut in half from out old electric forced air furnace. We also keep the house much warmer now since it's so cheap to run. As a bonus we get great a/c last summer that was also very cheap to use.
Great review as usual. I live in an apartment in the Midwest, so I’m not in the market for an EV. But if I was, I think this is the one I would get. Very impressive! And I love the futuristic look. Kudos to Hyundai for producing the Ionic 5!
There is a 10,000$ mark up on the LIMITED AWD and a 4-6 months wait when placing an order currently in Newnan GA. When I heard the 10k mark up, I told them I would pass. There is no way anyone should pay or agree to pay for a mark up.this is getting ridiculous.
That should be illegal, it is price gouging for the sole purpose of increasing dealership profit, and I hope those dealerships burn in hell. I'd rather Hyundai simply forbid it.
Let's play the shot game, whenever Alex mentions "your favorite winding mountain road" or anything related to that statement, take a shot!!! I'd definitely be a little tipsy after this review...but it was a great review! Thanks Alex!
This is the most common mistake Ioniq 5 reviewers make. With the luggage net in the trunk removed, the second row recline is surprisingly more. and If you open the front trunk and open the cover, you can easily change the air filter. This is incredibly easy maintenance.
My worry is the front turn signals. Are those actually recessed? If you are next to the car, it does not look like you could see them until you are already parallel to the front headlights. Can anyone verify this?
Great review! The Ioniq 5 is definitely a winner, too bad they don't intend to produce too many of them initially and dealers WILL mark these up anywhere from $5,000-10,000 over MSRP.
Yep. Terrible time to buy a new car. Shame that the dealers are making all the extra cash. Should be the engineers and designers, not the paper pushing middlemen.
Yeah this sucks a lot. I’m going to see one this week and they are asking 5k over sticker. That would be a no go for me. Not going to pay for a limited and get an SEL
Center console slides forward. I believe that's standard for all trims. Very surprised Alex missed that one as he usually does a thorough job. You'll get em next time.
Great video! The Hyundai Ioniq 5 looks absolutely amazing! It is spacious, flexible and has a sustainable interior made from sugar cane components and crushed PET bottles.
Great review Alex! I will get the IONIQ 5 AWD Limited as soon as it is available in SW Florida. Two dealers within 35 of me indicated they’ll have them within a month (by end of January). My only concern is dealer markups early in the model year. Have no intention paying more than MSRP.
Typically great review by Alex. Would have been nice if he had briefly flashed on the screen the "other EV-friendly states" where this will be available initially.
Will be available in AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, IL, ME, MD, MA, NJ, OR, PA, RI, TX, VT, VA, & WA. Here in Kansas, we are actually "punished" for wanting to purchase a battery electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle. The registration fees are higher and no state tax credit incentives. The State of Kansas is an ethanol producer and freely admits that it does not want to lose one dime of tax revenue that it makes at the pump.
@@tomheringer2047 Thanks. I was pleased to find Arizona on the list, although I don't know that the state is particularly EV-friendly legislatively. Perhaps, or possibly being California-adjacent with a lot of in-migration makes a difference.
This is the first EV car that really has caught my eye! It’s so good looking! Gives off a retro, Audi-like hatch rally design. It’s so good looking in my eyes that I recently went to my nearest Hyundai dealership, and just test drove one today. I’m a die hard manual sports car guy, but if I had the ability to buy an EV car for the city, this would be the car I would get! I test drive an AWD SE model. To say the least, I loved it! Exterior is banging looking, but the interior is so nice! Ergonomics are very very good. The sport settings are at your thumb, placed perfectly on the steering wheel. The steering wheel paddles are perfect to adjust the braking system. The screens are beautiful. Suspension was amazing, it was quick, and the car didn’t feel too heavy or big (despite it being heavy and big). It’s the perfect EV vehicle IMO, except for the range rating. I wish it had a 400 mile range. That’s the only gripe I have about it. Love the car!!
Just took a test ride of Ionic 5 SE AWD in NJ. I have to say, the ride is pretty sweet and the torque is great. The car looks small from outside but is very spacious on inside. HOWEVER... one bummer is going to be the dealer. They told me all vehicles will be priced MSRP+$5,000. Non negotiable. Which means the bottom line price of car is more than an ICE after any Federal and/or NJ State incentives (if any) .....no point in going EV then other than to cut on emissions.
Hyundai dealers mark up the price of anything popular, not just EVs. They did/do that with the Palisade. The point of going EV is all the advantages. Smoother and quieter, less maintenance, better safety, more space inside.
Excellent information. Thank you. I have really liked the Ioniq 5 since it first appeared - love the styling. I’m in the market for an EV purchase and have decided on the Ioniq 5 over all of the other options out there.
I wonder what happened to the slide out glove box as found on the European and Korean models. I’m surprised you missed the adjustable sliding console Alex. I saw that feature months ago on Other market videos.
@@guylr7390 As I mentioned elsewhere, even with the North American (U.S., Canada, Mexico) market being Hyundai's biggest market, we always end up getting short shafted on options, colors, features etc. Overseas they also get the passenger seat leg risers, we don't. It drives me nuts that manufacturers do this.
Informative review. Very much appreciated the details provided on the different sizes of motors, tire sizes, batteries, programable back theme colors and etc. The best thing is it charges in 18 minutes at (CCS from 10-80%) and is priced below the key competition, which is surprising.
Interesting review. Very much appreciated the detailed information on the different sizes of motors and programable back theme colours as well as tire size comparaison with similar EV’s.
I was thinking about a used EV or PHEV but, once you add in the $7500 federal credit, plus $750 CA credit we have here, PLUS 2 years free charging at electrify America. This may be my first brand new car purchase.
Ride quality & suspension tuning of Ioniq 5 can earn my business. Such a neglected aspect of some of the leading EVs. They are too stiff and bouncy for my taste.
14:40 doesn't the center front armrest module slide forward and backward (to potentially alleviate the problem for humans sitting in the middle back seat)?
oddly the rear turn signals are different in the uk/eu at least. the rear lights sit one "pixel" higher to only 3 squares tall and only 1 unpty set of squares for the middle of the ring and the bottom line then flashes orange in a more traditional configuration
You mentioned that the Limited trim comes with Heads Up Display yet the Hyundai USA website makes no mention of HUD availability for any trim level. Yes, I've viewed countless videos that demo the HUD so I know the vehicle supports it. But, will Limited really have HUD in the US version?
I really want this or the Model 3. But they don’t sell it in GA, and I haven’t been able to hear back from most dealerships about the Ioniq5 and the ones that do want to charge a markup. :(
Wonderful and thorough review of the Hyundai Ioniq 5. I saw this car parked at a shopping center and I was impressed with its lines and look. I am looking to purchase a more comfortable and electric SUV (I currently own a 2015 Subaru Forester), and this is definitely in the running! I hope to have an opportunity to test drive one soon!
Thanks to you for such a thorough explanation and review as always. Questions forming as you are explaining things get answered before I can get to the comments box……😃
Great review. Are you a former/current broadcaster, because the factual delivery and pace is fast. In fact, maybe a bit too fast. Deep breaths. You're cramming a lot of great info in here.
No wiper on the back windshield is a show stopper for me. Backup cams are great, but it can be hard to see what's behind that massive C pillar, even with a cam back there. I live in Edmonton and most of our winter involves sloppy roads wet with snow and sand, and I'm constantly using my rear wiper / washer to keep the back window clear. I can't imagine how often I'd have to get out to hand wash the rear windshield if I owned this car.
Hi Alex thanks for this review! Please review the 39k smaller battery Ioniq5-- also will all versions of the Ioniq5 come with the vehicle-to-load inverter allowing the battery to be used as a power generator? Thanks!
Alex, can you ask Hyundai why they deleted the amber indicators on the backside? I just don't get why manufacturers continue to do this brakelight blinker thing. These cars sold everywhere else have amber
Great review Alex. You sold me on the Ionic 5. I’ve driven a Mach E. I thought it was a lot of fun, even the fake engine noise. I would generally go with the more sporty handling car because I have just regrettably unloading my Golf R, arguably the best car I’ve ever had. I also drove a wheel rear drive ID4 at the beginning of 2021 and found it to be disappointing mainly because it was slower and Han my BMW i3s. That being said I have owned about 15 Volkswagens in my 68 years and I’m looking to score an Eos for the summer. My first exposure to that vehicle was in the south of France. It was never widely distributed in the US for some reason. I was getting prepared to order a Audi Q4 which is the better appointed version of the VW. While my Jetta is in the body shop I was given a loaner that is a little Hyundai Kona. It’s actually very fun to drive but it’s under powered, but The shift the automatic does allow one to stay in the optimal gear. Fuel economy of course is really good for a gasoline vehicle.
You know where these flat load floors since there's no drive shaft they could easily put three seats in the front like a bench seat kind of like a truck have a console that flips up to a seat that would be really nice to be able to carry six people occasionally if needed.
My sister just bought one of these yesterday... stopped by to show me on the way home. She's on the road a lot for her job, so it's definitely going to get a workout. She's still just learning how everything works, but so far she really digs it.
The center console slides in the Limited, so it might give rear seat passengers more room.
Is it the whole console or just the top? I think the issue is foot space for the center passenger.
@@jasonhillgiant the whole thing slides forward. I'm surprised Alex missed this
Beat me to it, i am really surprised Alex missed this feature
Most reviewers also miss the fact that the 60/40 rear seat assemblies are on tracks and can be slid fore and aft independently. In most videos, however, the seats are parked in their aft most positions.
@@jasonhillgiant The entire center console slides, including the cup holder. This opens the rear foot-space entirely.
That center console slides, so when fully forward it doesn't protrude into rear passenger's space.
Weird he didn’t realize that
Lol the sliding console is like a major feature Hyundai was going for…
He missed it. Not a biggie
@@narenn9500 saw it at LA auto show, Even pushed up it still protrudes. It should slides all the way to dash, but it doesn’t.
The sliding center console is only available on the top trim level. Atleast thats true in canada.
Also in canada, only the top trim level has the moon roof and the silver body moldings. Every other trim level comes with black body moldings.
10% to 80% in 18 minutes is nuts
Game changer
Game charger ...
It's great that it can do that but AFAIK, it's not good for the batteries to repeatedly charge them that fast. I guess most people wouldn't do it THAT often so probably only on long trips etc. I hope they sell them in my state soon! 😀
@@ElroyMcDuff It's great for a road trip, but in normal situations you can just slow charge overnight
@@Kenjionigod 99% of the time, home slow charging will be the primary charging method. Seems to be way too much emphasis on DC fast charging.
dropping the review the literal minute the embargo ends. Thank you Alex!!!
America needed an EV crossover "thing" that rides comfortably. Teslas without air suspension are bouncy, as are the Mustang Mach-e and Polestar 2. I'd love to test drive this car. I sat in one at the LA auto show, and I really liked the interior. Feels very spacious and modern.
I wonder if that’s because auto manufacturers feel the need to make every car sporty. Partly due to car reviewers of the past and present knocking the car if the suspension felt “soft”.
VW ID4 seems to be compliant.
Agreed. We need an EV that is "comfortable"
@@lawnmowerdude EVs are heavy, it takes more effort to engineer a suspension that rides well rather than just making it super stiff. Tesla does not know how to tune cars. No ride issues with VW, Audi or Porsche products.
This is a better VW the the VW....back to the retro 80's. Great review as always.
Great review as always Alex! Although it pains me to see you not notice that the front console slides forward and backwards….other than the fast charging , I think that was one of Hyundais biggest marketing points for this vehicle.
He did this on purpose to generate comments .. more comments "up" you in the viewing algorithm.
@@BUEAU
Doubt. It's detrimental to his credibility.
The mid console is sliding about 5,5 inches depends where you want to have it so it gives rear passages more space ,in your case is slid
all the way back 🧐
Agreed, looks like it was slid back for sure.
Some trims do, others don't
At 15:27 Alex mentions being surprised by the lack of a logo in the middle of the steering wheel. Actually they were a little clever with that because there is the letter H there, it's just in Morse code (four dots).
Thank God. I was waiting on this very embargo to lift! Can't wait to buy an Ioniq 5 SEL
Be ready for that dealer mark up
I'm not sure when they will begin selling. I'm ready!
Thanks Alex. Re. the rear center leg space, the center console should be able to slide forward to free up rear space, right? Perhaps only on some trims, but this appears to be the top trim with pano roof and should have the sliding console.
Yes ... the center console was in its furthest back position. And they are definitely adjustable ... and I'm also willing to bet it's a standard option on all trims.
Correct, it was in the furthest back position in the video, made to allow entering the vehicle from either side then hopping from one front seat to the other without having to exit the vehicle. It's one of the main interior features that Hyundai loves to show off, so it's weird that it wasn't explained to Alex...
Very surprised Alex missed the sliding console feature. Hyundai has made a big deal out of that feature.
Sliding center console also serves as armrest when using the "relaxing" reclining seat positions.
Unfortunately sometimes you miss things. He may have not had the vehicle with him that long, or was pressed for time with other review vehicles, or he just forgot, which can happen too.
An EV that cares more about space and comfort than speed and aerodynamics. Yet it has one of the fastest charging speed and significant range.
Is it 1:40am? Yes. Do I have to get up early? Yes. Did Alex just drop a new car review video? Yes. Am I now staying up? Yes.
So thorough. Your detailed reviews are really appreciated. I can't wait to see how the EV6 stacks up.
Anyone wondering about the 4 little squares on the steering wheel. That's actually Morse code for H, H for Hyundai. Pretty cool stuff!
Ordered the 77 kWh AWD fully loaded. My only gripes are the long waiting list (semiconductor shortage) and the lack of a rear wiper.
Ditto. Stuck waiting until August. I am curious as to the financing rates on the vehicle
5:53 Up to 68 miles range gained in 5 minutes, thanks to 800v system.
That doesn't matter because no body makes a 800v charger.
This thing looks awesome. Best looking ev on the market imo
Have you not seen an Audi e-Tron GT?
@@jjuhring1 I love the way it and the Porsche look. I think they're a bit slower than Tesla's Plaid but I would take either one of those over a Plaid any day.
Bummer that the drawer style glove box was nixed for the US market
I’m worried about those hidden door handles. Living up north we have freezing winters. Will those door handles get frozen stuck?
15:48 I am very pleased with the 'gearshift' being column-mounted. Frees up considerable space!
Yes, I wish manufacturers would do away with bulky console shifters and provide more space.
you can move the center console back and forward.
He didn’t mention that the rear seats slide fore and aft, in addition to reclining. (Depending on seat recline position I imagine).
That is one of the differences between this and the ev6.
I'm really enjoying my Tucson PHEV, and if I was going full EV tomorrow I'd definitely go with the Ioniq 5 (of the three mentioned).
Love my Tucson PHEV! Alex, I'm still waiting for your review on the Tucson PHEV! Please....by the way great review as always.
See you guys in a year when everything starts breaking apart. After all, it’s a Hyundai.
@@TacoMonster4eva That's your opinion. I think you under estimate Hyundai. But that's your opinion. 👍
HI ALEX, GOOD JOB!!! You are only about the 2nd guy to mention the IONIC-5's lack of a rear window wiper/washer!!! ( the other was the British guy with the nice looking I-Talian wife!!! It seems to me ANY hatchback car, verses a sedan that has a trunk, HAS to need a wiper!! And for $40-50 thousand bucks?? That's nuts!! I DO LOVE IT, THOUGH, because I'm a big guy, with size 16 shoes, and I'm ALWAYS BANGING MY KNEE ON THE DAMN CENTER CONSOLE!!! And I'm VERY HAPPY to hear you say how nice it rides!! THAT'S EXACTLY WHAT I'M LOOKING FOR!! Now if they could just make the frunk a little bigger...... THANKS ALEX!! AND THANKS ALSO FOR ALL THE GREAT, EXTREMELY DETAILED REVIEWS YOU'VE GIVEN US ALL THROUGHOUT THIS CRAZY YEAR!!!! CHAS ORVIS, PLAINVILLE, CT. PS : BE CAREFUL, STAY SAFE!!!
The four dots on the steering wheel is morse code for H.
Amazing!!!
I really like that this has a heat pump… that’s one of the reasons I leaned toward Tesla EVs. So excited for more EV competition!
Funny that Prius had heat pump before all these EVs. It must have been a cost factor for Tesla before not using it.
@@MrRaitzi it is only in the Prius Prime, right?
@@garrettw99 I don't know currently. It was 2017 when they introduced it and has been in Euroopan models ever since to my understanding.
I think only the AWD versions have the heat pump.
Is heat pump that rare? I had an option to order heat pump in Kia Soul EV, which is previous generation compared to Ioniq5. I actually didn't get it, because according to calculation, it would only improve the range about 5%-10% in the winter, and I don't travel on long distance on cold seasons.
Ionic 5 is my pick of the 3 mentioned.
Picking up my digital teal ioniq 5 limited tomorrow. Can’t wait to bring it home. The id4 awd pro s was a runner up. In the end, the lack of a heat pump, ventilated seats, and the 360 degree camera pushed me to the ioniq 5. I also enjoyed the driver seating position better on the ioniq.
Would definitely purchase the Ioniq 5. Thanks for the great review!
Nice review...nice vehicle ! Two things: 1] please provide an entire episode on the charging networks in the U.S.; when will we all have 800-volt charging stations ?; 2] When you discuss relative prices, please provide a table on-screen....as no one can remember the numbers at the speed that you present them....with all of the model variations.
So, I have owned a 2021 AWD Mach-E First Edition for nearly a year. I absolutely love the car. But, I purchased my wife a 2022 Audi e-tron quattro premium plus vehicle, and now find any excuse to borrow her car on the weekends. Just a beautiful vehicle with awesome power, handling, and interior styling. Having said that, the price difference was $20,000. So although I believe EV producers should strive to make affordable vehicles for all, you have to acknowledge that there will be a tradeoff in quality, performance, ride, and build.
Alex, the center console slides back and forth like 6 inches. The whole thing moves. Surprised you missed that.
I am definitely keeping my eyes on these. Glad to hear the ride is good, as that is very important to me. I do hope they add the 4 way lumbar.
Same on heat pumps in homes. We put in 2 mini split heat pumps last year and the winter power bill got cut in half from out old electric forced air furnace. We also keep the house much warmer now since it's so cheap to run. As a bonus we get great a/c last summer that was also very cheap to use.
Great review as usual. I live in an apartment in the Midwest, so I’m not in the market for an EV. But if I was, I think this is the one I would get. Very impressive! And I love the futuristic look. Kudos to Hyundai for producing the Ionic 5!
The four dots on the steering wheel are actually Morse code for "H"
There is a 10,000$ mark up on the LIMITED AWD and a 4-6 months wait when placing an order currently in Newnan GA. When
I heard the 10k mark up, I told them I would pass. There is no way anyone should pay or agree to pay for a mark up.this is getting ridiculous.
That should be illegal, it is price gouging for the sole purpose of increasing dealership profit, and I hope those dealerships burn in hell. I'd rather Hyundai simply forbid it.
Thanks for braving the weather to bring us this review!
Doesn’t the center console slide forward? And why there’s no drawer glove box like the other markets?
According to the US Hyundai channel, it should be movable. th-cam.com/video/c6_h9yuvjuU/w-d-xo.html I would love some clarification on that.
Let's play the shot game, whenever Alex mentions "your favorite winding mountain road" or anything related to that statement, take a shot!!! I'd definitely be a little tipsy after this review...but it was a great review! Thanks Alex!
I think this might be my favourite EV to date.
Maybe I Am mistaken, but can't you move the centre console back and forth?
Out of those three EVs, I'd choose the Ioniq 5 every time.
I like the Kia version of this EV. Exterior styling of the Kia to me looks better and the interior fit and finish feels better too.
I'd probably choose it over all EVs I've seen on the market since I don't want a performance EV (ICE please!).
This is the most common mistake Ioniq 5 reviewers make. With the luggage net in the trunk removed, the second row recline is surprisingly more. and If you open the front trunk and open the cover, you can easily change the air filter. This is incredibly easy maintenance.
The back seats also slide correct? He didn’t mention that either.
Great job on your review!
All of the information anyone needs to know without abusing the car or bashing.
Thanks
I think you forgot to mention that the centre console slides forwards or backwards. That will fix the protrusion issue to the back seats.
The center console slides, I saw it on Car Confections review.
My worry is the front turn signals. Are those actually recessed? If you are next to the car, it does not look like you could see them until you are already parallel to the front headlights. Can anyone verify this?
I love the profile of this newest vehicle from Hyundai. It reminds me of a modern-day Lancia Delta.
Great review! The Ioniq 5 is definitely a winner, too bad they don't intend to produce too many of them initially and dealers WILL mark these up anywhere from $5,000-10,000 over MSRP.
Yep. Terrible time to buy a new car. Shame that the dealers are making all the extra cash. Should be the engineers and designers, not the paper pushing middlemen.
Yeah this sucks a lot. I’m going to see one this week and they are asking 5k over sticker. That would be a no go for me. Not going to pay for a limited and get an SEL
Center console slides forward. I believe that's standard for all trims. Very surprised Alex missed that one as he usually does a thorough job. You'll get em next time.
It isn't standard. The tester at my local dealership doesn't slide.
Best, most comprehensive review so far... great job!
Alex standing in the rain, hair= perfect. :D
Center console moves back and forth allowing extra leg room for the back center passenger. It was in the back position during this review.
Great video! The Hyundai Ioniq 5 looks absolutely amazing! It is spacious, flexible and has a sustainable interior made from sugar cane components and crushed PET bottles.
Great review Alex! I will get the IONIQ 5 AWD Limited as soon as it is available in SW Florida. Two dealers within 35 of me indicated they’ll have them within a month (by end of January). My only concern is dealer markups early in the model year. Have no intention paying more than MSRP.
Alex, you sold me on the softer ride!! Thanks!!
Typically great review by Alex. Would have been nice if he had briefly flashed on the screen the "other EV-friendly states" where this will be available initially.
we know who we are.
Will be available in AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, IL, ME, MD, MA, NJ, OR, PA, RI, TX, VT, VA, & WA. Here in Kansas, we are actually "punished" for wanting to purchase a battery electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle. The registration fees are higher and no state tax credit incentives. The State of Kansas is an ethanol producer and freely admits that it does not want to lose one dime of tax revenue that it makes at the pump.
@@tomheringer2047 Thanks. I was pleased to find Arizona on the list, although I don't know that the state is particularly EV-friendly legislatively. Perhaps, or possibly being California-adjacent with a lot of in-migration makes a difference.
This is the first EV car that really has caught my eye! It’s so good looking! Gives off a retro, Audi-like hatch rally design.
It’s so good looking in my eyes that I recently went to my nearest Hyundai dealership, and just test drove one today. I’m a die hard manual sports car guy, but if I had the ability to buy an EV car for the city, this would be the car I would get!
I test drive an AWD SE model. To say the least, I loved it! Exterior is banging looking, but the interior is so nice! Ergonomics are very very good. The sport settings are at your thumb, placed perfectly on the steering wheel. The steering wheel paddles are perfect to adjust the braking system. The screens are beautiful. Suspension was amazing, it was quick, and the car didn’t feel too heavy or big (despite it being heavy and big). It’s the perfect EV vehicle IMO, except for the range rating. I wish it had a 400 mile range. That’s the only gripe I have about it. Love the car!!
This is so awesome to read from you as you stated, you’re a manual sport car kind of person. This and the Hyundai Elantra N have really caught my eye.
Amazing review. You are so detailed, thorough, and well spoken.
Just took a test ride of Ionic 5 SE AWD in NJ. I have to say, the ride is pretty sweet and the torque is great. The car looks small from outside but is very spacious on inside. HOWEVER... one bummer is going to be the dealer. They told me all vehicles will be priced MSRP+$5,000. Non negotiable. Which means the bottom line price of car is more than an ICE after any Federal and/or NJ State incentives (if any) .....no point in going EV then other than to cut on emissions.
Hyundai dealers mark up the price of anything popular, not just EVs. They did/do that with the Palisade. The point of going EV is all the advantages. Smoother and quieter, less maintenance, better safety, more space inside.
Excellent information. Thank you. I have really liked the Ioniq 5 since it first appeared - love the styling. I’m in the market for an EV purchase and have decided on the Ioniq 5 over all of the other options out there.
My first car was a Hyundai Excel POS
Now this is the car that I want, amazing.
I wonder what happened to the slide out glove box as found on the European and Korean models. I’m surprised you missed the adjustable sliding console Alex. I saw that feature months ago on Other market videos.
From this, it looks like it is still there. th-cam.com/video/c6_h9yuvjuU/w-d-xo.html
@@Keestral I was taking about the glovebox not the console. Other markets get a glovebox that slides out instead of dropping down.
@@guylr7390 As I mentioned elsewhere, even with the North American (U.S., Canada, Mexico) market being Hyundai's biggest market, we always end up getting short shafted on options, colors, features etc. Overseas they also get the passenger seat leg risers, we don't. It drives me nuts that manufacturers do this.
Informative review. Very much appreciated the details provided on the different sizes of motors, tire sizes, batteries, programable back theme colors and etc. The best thing is it charges in 18 minutes at (CCS from 10-80%) and is priced below the key competition, which is surprising.
Hi Alex, four dots on steering wheel is Morse code for H.
I was looking for this comment.
Definitely buying the Ioniq 5. This has everything I need and want.
Very thorough as always Alex. This EV is the most tempting for me of them all.
At 13:33 in, the graphics don't match up with the car in the display. Looks like a Tucson. Good review, Alex.
15:28 Hyundai Logo is in form of 4 dots....which is Morse code of "H" which I think is impressive!
Reminds me of a Chevy Citation to be honest...I like it except can do away with the Square Taillight shape when you hit the brakes.
Interesting review. Very much appreciated the detailed information on the different sizes of motors and programable back theme colours as well as tire size comparaison with similar EV’s.
Such a fun design, love the styling!
Ioniq 5 for me! It’s pretty much perfect. Might wait for used deals though. I feel markup will be huge and availability scarce.
I was thinking about a used EV or PHEV but, once you add in the $7500 federal credit, plus $750 CA credit we have here, PLUS 2 years free charging at electrify America. This may be my first brand new car purchase.
Doesn’t the center console slide back and forth ?
Ride quality & suspension tuning of Ioniq 5 can earn my business. Such a neglected aspect of some of the leading EVs. They are too stiff and bouncy for my taste.
Doubling voltage, actually quadruples the power deliverable (not double like you said). (V^2 / R)
This could possibly be my first Hyundai and EV car.
14:40 doesn't the center front armrest module slide forward and backward (to potentially alleviate the problem for humans sitting in the middle back seat)?
oddly the rear turn signals are different in the uk/eu at least. the rear lights sit one "pixel" higher to only 3 squares tall and only 1 unpty set of squares for the middle of the ring and the bottom line then flashes orange in a more traditional configuration
I like the looks and it's hard to make up your mind between the cars but these videos help alot, thanks
Doesn’t that centre console move forward??
You mentioned that the Limited trim comes with Heads Up Display yet the Hyundai USA website makes no mention of HUD availability for any trim level. Yes, I've viewed countless videos that demo the HUD so I know the vehicle supports it. But, will Limited really have HUD in the US version?
I really want this or the Model 3. But they don’t sell it in GA, and I haven’t been able to hear back from most dealerships about the Ioniq5 and the ones that do want to charge a markup. :(
Wonderful and thorough review of the Hyundai Ioniq 5. I saw this car parked at a shopping center and I was impressed with its lines and look. I am looking to purchase a more comfortable and electric SUV (I currently own a 2015 Subaru Forester), and this is definitely in the running! I hope to have an opportunity to test drive one soon!
Seems like a very good choice for the average customer. Will be interested in your comparison comments on Ionic 5 versus EV6
Thanks to you for such a thorough explanation and review as always. Questions forming as you are explaining things get answered before I can get to the comments box……😃
looks like Hyundai played cyberpunk 2077 and made this. Love it
So is there a negative impact on the batteries if you are doing this 18min quick charge(10-80%) 3-4 times /week?
Great review. Are you a former/current broadcaster, because the factual delivery and pace is fast. In fact, maybe a bit too fast. Deep breaths. You're cramming a lot of great info in here.
The only reviewer who explained why frunk space is small while everyone else just complained. Alex just truly understands cars
No wiper on the back windshield is a show stopper for me. Backup cams are great, but it can be hard to see what's behind that massive C pillar, even with a cam back there. I live in Edmonton and most of our winter involves sloppy roads wet with snow and sand, and I'm constantly using my rear wiper / washer to keep the back window clear. I can't imagine how often I'd have to get out to hand wash the rear windshield if I owned this car.
Got one on order in this colour too. The centre console moves
Amazing review. Best I’ve seen yet and I think I’ve seen most of them. 😆. I’m really excited to get this car.
Hi Alex thanks for this review! Please review the 39k smaller battery Ioniq5-- also will all versions of the Ioniq5 come with the vehicle-to-load inverter allowing the battery to be used as a power generator? Thanks!
The heat pump is standard on all trims - single or dual motor- except the most basic small battery intro trim that nobody is actually going to buy.
Alex, can you ask Hyundai why they deleted the amber indicators on the backside? I just don't get why manufacturers continue to do this brakelight blinker thing. These cars sold everywhere else have amber
Great review Alex. You sold me on the Ionic 5. I’ve driven a Mach E. I thought it was a lot of fun, even the fake engine noise. I would generally go with the more sporty handling car because I have just regrettably unloading my Golf R, arguably the best car I’ve ever had. I also drove a wheel rear drive ID4 at the beginning of 2021 and found it to be disappointing mainly because it was slower and Han my BMW i3s. That being said I have owned about 15 Volkswagens in my 68 years and I’m looking to score an Eos for the summer. My first exposure to that vehicle was in the south of France. It was never widely distributed in the US for some reason. I was getting prepared to order a Audi Q4 which is the better appointed version of the VW. While my Jetta is in the body shop I was given a loaner that is a little Hyundai Kona. It’s actually very fun to drive but it’s under powered, but The shift the automatic does allow one to stay in the optimal gear. Fuel economy of course is really good for a gasoline vehicle.
You know where these flat load floors since there's no drive shaft they could easily put three seats in the front like a bench seat kind of like a truck have a console that flips up to a seat that would be really nice to be able to carry six people occasionally if needed.