Hyundai Ioniq 5 2021 review - Does it rewrite the electric car rulebook? / Electrifying

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We're big fans of Hyundai's electric cars, but even we would admit that the company has been a bit hamstrung by not having a bespoke EV and fashionable styling. That's changed with the Ioniq 5.
It's based on a brand new platform that's been built purely for EVs, so there's none of the downsides which you find with some other electric cars when it comes to space and efficiency. And then there's the styling - it's all very 80s with its sharp creases and parametric lights.
It has a range of nearly 300 miles (some versions) and has 800V charging so it's on the money in terms of usability. But is it all form and no function? Ginny Buckley finds out
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[@TaylorOwen]

A lot of people insert magnets into their phone cases to easily mount and dismount their phone on their dash… it’s so funny to me that every review of this car doesn’t understand the brilliance of the magnet on the dash.

[@theta2170]

Hmm. I wonder if MagSafe in the iPhone 12 is strong enough to hold the phone on this...

[@bilgyno1]

Yes, that was the first thing that came to my mind. Not to hold gas receipts in place with a fridge magnet...

[@AR333]

@TaylorOwen TheStraightPipes literally tried doing that and it isn't strong enough to hold a phone. It's funny to me that you think that something works theoretically without actually considering it practically

[@TaylorOwen]

@@AR333 are you joking??? They sell them online. It’s funny to me that you think I’m not speaking from experience.

[@AR333]

@@TaylorOwen The heck does this have to do with experience? We're not talking about dash-mounted magnets sold as consumer products which you install yourself. We're talking about the magnet in the Ioniq 5 and whether it can hold your phone. So unless you have an Ioniq 5 I don't think you're speaking from experience. I'm saying if anyone is wondering whether the magnet in the Ioniq is strong enough to hold a phone - there's literally a youtube video showing that it cannot. Where exactly did you see the Ioniq 5 magnet support a phone?? Or are you assuming that it does?

[@ChrisdyMD]

I like this quirky design so much I’ve already ordered a Project 45 first edition, which was the version you were reviewing. I really love the interior design and, contrary to some of the comments, I think this looks futuristic enough to stand the test of time. I certainly hope so, as I intend to keep mine for several years. Anyway, loved Ginny’s review, especially the in-car nap…!! Now, where’s my kitten eye mask and duvet………..

[@nickporter4279]

Is the styling really marmite on the Ioniq 5? I thought almost everyone loved it - I certainly do. One of very few cars in production that would interest me purely on styling, but the technology and engineering are hugely impressive too. The one thing that Hyundai's EVs haven't really nailed yet is fun driving. Hopefully the N version fixes that - or maybe it's just not a reasonable expectation for a mid-price crossover.

[@RashidRaja]

I love it, my wife hates it - I think I'll get one as the next company car!

[@theseb1979]

I can confirm that since I love it, pretty much everyone should. I ordered one.

[@sbaddison]

Absolutely love the look of this😎

[@SigmaJAD]

So do I. Vehicle change next spring. Could be going for this.

[@USUG0]

not sure where you got the divisive look idea from. Based on what I read since it came out, the comments are from cool to love it

[@BirgerKind]

Thanks for a good review. I am going for this car very soon. Which color is the tester car ?

[@SeriouslyJaded]

It's a similar shape to the timeless Lancia Delta Integrale which is still awesome to this day. Awesome car and if it were Golf /ID.3 sized I would be all over it.

[@anydaynow01]

Ha yep, it's like a Lancia and DeLorean had a hippie love child! I love it.

[@Groover1964]

Leaning in to those 80's references Ginny. Love your work.

[@gottalovethetube]

Silver in some shots, gold in others, small hatchback in some shots, huge badass in others. What kind sorcery is this!!!

[@markeaton6734]

Wasn't sure about the looks when they first announced it, but it has grown on me and I'm planning to get one of these.

[@UltraJaff]

This car looks SOOOOOOOOO GOOD!

[@jeffreycooper8408]

This car is a kind of magic, it looks normal sized until someone gets next to it, at which point its huge ?

[@shroomyesc]

That means fantastic proportions

[@rogerstarkey5390]

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[@jdavison8551]

@@rogerstarkey5390 down with this sort of thing! Careful now.!

[@michaellim4165]

You'll be surprised of how big it is in person. I guarantee it.

[@mitford603]

looks like a futuristic Toyota starlet, and in comparison to the other electric cars out this much better to look at than most

[@Petelmrg]

I love everything about this apart from its bulk; looking forward to the Ioniq 4 or 3!

[@ftb2772]

Yeah nice car but considering its ev specific platform the range doesn’t seem much different from Kona. Will wait n see whats next in the pipe line. More affordable ev, small hatch.

[@reiniernn9071]

@@ftb2772 Correct. I do own a KonaE64. And I think this car will have a little less range than my KonaE. BUT....on longer trips this car is the faster one due to the 800V tech. Charging in 18 minutes ...and the KonaE in 45 minutes (77KW max) And on daily use....I nearly never go to the max range of my KonaE....even the milage mentioned here suit me for everyday.

[@EVBrief]

Why will the wheels be a nnightmare to clean? They're black, and composed of more surface than anything else. Brake regen means almost no use of the pads too!

[@michaellim4165]

Exactly, she probably thinks jts because of all the little grooves

[@TMan786]

SHE DRIVES ME CRAZY with her 80's song references. For what it's worth is think the car is drop dead georgous with obvious shades of the Lancia Integrale. No bad thing.

[@jamesmccormack3229]

Love this! Looks amazing and the specs and interior is just as impressive as it's looks. Think we are going to see alot of these and EV6's on the roads soon..

[@no-oneman.4140]

It's totally different to all the euro boxes out there and that's why I love it. Would be the perfect car if they'd at least given us the option of a glass roof. No rear wiper defies all logic. Come on Hyundai, so close.

[@Ddronron1]

Thank you for the review! How did you find the headrests? (Some cars push your head forward in an awkward position). Also, can you adjust the screens' brightness?

[@diwe9984]

In my opinion, it is a big mistake that the rear window does not have a windscreen wiper - several test drives in the rain also reinforced my assessment.

[@HelloMyFriend_]

You can coat the glass with ceramic spray and voila, water repels off.

[@YannR34]

I only had very few cars in my life with rear wiper and I almost never used it, but it was ugly all the time. My last 3 cars didn't have one and it was perfect like this. Plus it adds some air drag which is bad. If you are in a place where it rains all the time, try water repealant, it's just great and you will barely use the front wiper either. It's the best way to deal with windows.

[@ChrisdyMD]

@@HelloMyFriend_ - that is exactly what I intend to do on mine.

[@michaellim4165]

Rear wipers are so 80's. We have modern chemicals that does it without physical movement.

[@YannR34]

Yep I really think that we should put some wiper on every window. Including sides because it's so difficult to look at the mirrors when it's raining. Actually no, we should have only screens all around, this way no need to clean it up, no sun or rain problem. And if the view is ugly it could be enhanced. Waiting for that I will buy a car with a digital central panoramic rear mirror,

[@drjones694]

This car looks awesome I can't wait to see it in person

[@LiiMuRi]

My parking space is tiny and the driver's side door is very close to the wall, so I usually enter and exit from the passenger side, like she did here. I have an ID3 and it's pretty easy to do, although it's not completely open like the Ionic 5. At least there's no gear lever to stick up my bum.

[@MarkSmith-io3qd]

We used to have a Hyundai Pony. Great car, but plagued with electrical issues, for instance the Radio kept going Ga-Ga.

[@michaellim4165]

Your point is...

[@TheAutumnNetwork]

Yup this is the one for me. Just waiting for it to make to the states and I'm all in on it!

[@anmimanma7224]

She makes this car so desirable. Because of her, I would buy it. The culture effect... I love what I see, gentlemen 👑🍻

[@zodiacfml]

i dont know much but video quality feels like those from huge car shows from the UK. subscribed. do you still have this car, wouldn't mind a lengthier, more things about this car🥺

[@tmanrx7]

I'm so tempted to order this. Had a test drive a few days ago and it was better than expected.

[@clasqm]

Whichever of the Polestar 2 or Hyundai Ioniq 5 lands in my country first will get my business. This thing is gorgeous!

[@slickflyguy]

Hyundai needs to make an Ionic 3 that's a bit more compact and will fit more easily in the garage/carport and will be easier to park.

[@frederickstirnkorb3094]

It has a wheel base longer than the Palisade in the US which is a three row SUV.

[@KineticEV]

Great car with really good tech. I'm sure it can do cruise control with lane keep assist but can it do stop and go with the traffic? And can it's sat nav show you all the charging stations in your trip planner and does it even have a trip planner? For their longest range version with plenty of bells and things it really needs to have these things and more or they just send customers into the arms of Tesla.

[@brianduggan9752]

Clearly aimed at the quiet and refined limo-like market. That will suit lots of people. The price of the top spec 4wd big battery with the option packs is circa £48,000 - that's about £20,000 less than an equivalent Audi Q4 e-tron Vorsprung edition, and even several thousand under a top spec VW id4 and neither of those has the super fast 800v charging system. This Hyundai and the Kia EV6 look like a very appealing prospect with their 5yr and 7yr warranties as standard.

[@maidavalecricketclubtv7545]

From Tesla, I went to Audi e-tron but I think this is the car I want- I bet if you just change the logo from Hyundai to a German maker, you’d add 40% more cost. I love Hyundai, it was my first cat when I turned 18. I think, I am definitely having it, once I can test drive one, very soon. Looks big enough to carry the kitbag as well lol

[@davidbittner4674]

Something's missing... where is the LED display across the front? That feature makes the face magnificent! The car you reviewed didn't appear to have it, not even a 'deactivated', ornamental version. Made the car look... British.

[@MrKlawUK]

wonder how the efficiency is? previous Hyundai’s were very good even being based on ICE cars. some early impressions seemed like this was less efficient

[@seanholdom9739]

280 miles see asian petrolhead.

[@StevenTilly]

Is the eco pack really standard on the Ultimate? Shows as an option on my price list. Guess the dealer will be able to clarify.

[@anydaynow01]

This car definitely has personality, and they nailed the styling. True it's not for the bland luxury loving crowd but for people that want to smile every time they walk up to their car this is it, way more soul that the Kia version at least!

[@Clappers89]

Great styling although it's absolutely humongous, hopefully they make a similarly styled more compact model

[@Darthadios]

I like it, I think it looks more futuristic than from 80´s. It looks like a car from Deus Ex.

[@metman3]

Noticing regular reflective outside door mirrors in this review, rather than digital cameras and small monitors as seen in some others. I much prefer the regular mirrors and hope they are what become available.

[@SNORKYMEDIA]

the cameras are a silly idea - cost a fortune if they get damaged

[@ChrisdyMD]

I believe the digital side mirrors are for Korean models only.

[@gp362148]

Do you feel jealous that ornaments fitted on the car wheel? I would not bother to clean except the shiny bits. The car made sweet with sugar cane. I like the angular lines, so many of those. Nice to relax in the car while someone is doing the shopping. I can wait for the shopping bag to arrive and enjoy the crunchy crisps. Great review.

[@theonesillyboy]

ooooo ... the snow crunching sounds are really satisfying to listen to. me likes. and the car .... is simply gorgeous

[@jsouto77]

Its a detailers nightmare to be fair. I know most of us dont think like this but the paint on all those "sharp" edges won't be up to scratch (no pun intended). Right up my street looks wise as I do like a bit of qwerky and certainly plenty of useful tech in there. Very nice.

[@rickcastellione2267]

Utterly original and brilliant design. Hyundai have hit a homerun with this beauty.

[@yorelescovar2716]

Loved the 80's songs references... also love this car..

[@PizzaPopCake]

I'm sorry did she say it has over the air updates? Is that correct?

[@basementstudio7574]

At this point in my EV research adventure for my next car the Ioniq5 is at the very top of my list. As an aside, you seem like you would have been a blast to hangout with in the 80’s.

[@HelloMyFriend_]

This and the Q4. Although the Ioniq charges way faster, but the Audi interior is something else.

[@effin1233]

Great review thank you wish I could afford one lovely 🚗

[@misreb1]

Beautiful car! Is it more quiet than vw ID3/4 on the motorway please?

[@Ben-oy1td]

It’s way WAY better than those

[@lewispek3792]

Any reason, when talking about the Kona and Hyundai’s electric car heritage, that the battery problems with the Kona, failed software fix, failure to instigate a physical recall and cancellation of the Kona in Korea after fires isn’t mentioned? Probably not the most upbeat way to start a review, but pertinent nonetheless.

[@BossChronicles]

When is it coming to the USA

[@zodiacfml]

impressive half way through the video. what does Japan have close or equal to this?🤔

[@bryandavies6074]

Song puns galore delivered with aplomb. I love this car's styling inside and out. This and the iD Buzz are on top of my car lust list. Who says EVs have to be boring SUV blobs?

[@timdsd]

Awesome car, and nice review! But why does everyone say it looks big? It's just a tiny bit longer than a RAV4 and CR-V. It's a compact SUV/crossover. Maybe my idea of "compact" is distorted here in the U.S.

[@stephenholland5930]

Yes, it's only 7" longer than my current Ioniq.

[@jonathantaylor1998]

Oh my goodness, Ginny...! I am genuinely shocked...! No... No... not with your singing... Though, now I mention it... Sorry, no, I digress... ;-) No, what I'm actually shocked about is that you're the first reviewer I've seen for this car not to have fallen madly in love with its looks.

[@davidsworld5837]

some hair clips may help. And the sound of foot prints in the snow did you mean foot steps in the snow. 3.2 miles a KW is no better than many cars on the road and no where near the IONIQ 28kw

[@rolandrohde]

The thing with the Ioniq 5 is, that it is fantastic, yet the high price and relative inefficiency make it slightly less attractive...

[@CO8848_2]

Why incompatible charging networks?

[@Mi82475]

3.2 miles/kWh is not that bad considering power and dimensions. I would really like this car... in a smaller size, like a Ioniq 4 if you will: with the dimensions of an i20.

[@DidierGras]

Trying to compare with Tesla M3 or MY. Tesla great job, max speed, range especially. Still prefer, being in Europe, comfort. 99% of my trips are within 200kms one way. In southern climate or summer, I do WANT ventilated seats. Also Android Auto, and HUD. Also like reclining seats with foot rest and reclining console for arms rest, all electronic aids especially against collisions, automated parking (Executive version), blind spot cams on dashboard when turning, V2L, sun shades integrated in back doors, sunroof shade, wide space available inside with good visibility through the back window etc. Also 5 year car warranty illimited kms (Max 80 000 for Tesla... Reliability issues?), and 8 year battery warranty (same as Tesla).

[@michaellim4165]

Tesla range is overstated. Hyundai is UNDERSTATED.

[@Noah_E]

Why do so many reviewers point out the used bottle interior? I don't care what it's made of as long as it wears well. A dash made of ground up spotted owl beaks, sign me up if it looks and feels good and last forty years.

[@evornotev7794]

Can this car have a tow bar for a bike rack?

[@YannR34]

Those sounds are more when you relax in your car, not when you are driving... And living in the south of France I do enjoy rainy and stormy days and I will love the snow one too. If you want more nature sounds, ask your Google assistant to give you more of it. I personally love the sounds we have here, with cigalas and crickets. 😎

[@TheUnitedNations.]

Does it have v-tech tho?

[@poppylane1]

Sorry some silly personal opinions, car that can stand the test of time, what! look at your car history Morris minor really good looking car how many still on the road ? and it looks like the 80s come on your opinion ? Never had a Hyundai (to date) but from what your saying you never would either, but would like to see the tech in others, sorry not the best independent review

[@SNORKYMEDIA]

how many cars from 50years ago???

[@poppylane1]

@@SNORKYMEDIA I know it's personal choice, boring if were all the same, just found it too opinionated, as of cars that stand the test of time i think all cars can, some love ugly, some fast, expensive some love different.

[@markcrawford1754]

Agree with you,wasn't a fan of the video,calling it an 80's car and all the cheesy song mentions put me off.This is the first EV that has got me excited by the look,I would call it retro-istic,love it.

[@seanholdom9739]

@@markcrawford1754 auto express car of the year

[@alfamonk]

12:10 Ginny’s hairy thumb 😂

[@ram64man]

Hyundai need to relent and fit a rear wiper even As an option , that foil designedto remove water does nothing at town speeds or in traffic, or when you need a clear view to reverse in a downpour

[@michaellim4165]

That is what the camera is for.

[@ram64man]

@@michaellim4165 doesn't work when your moving fast

[@michaellim4165]

@@ram64man Why would you want to move fast when you are going in reverse in the first place?

[@ram64man]

@@michaellim4165 a number of reasons , but the fact that the water doesn’t clear even after a 10 -15 minute drive (designated the typical travel time for 70 % of users in Europe ,) whether it be 120kph or 20 kph as what’s popping up now means that your struggling to park because you cannot see properly that a quick wipe would fix , heaven forbid it be raining when your reversing down a siding or squeeze into a tight parking spot, where sensors sure useless unlike t these reverse sensors don’t give inch feedback to a stationary object, as for the camera it’s at the bottom of the boot and unprotected so it’s easily gets covered in muck especially in winter making it useless

[@seanholdom9739]

this car has won design of the year awards from top gear and auto express car of the year auto express far superior to Id4 and audi Q4 e-tron that you were so biased for those cars over 10,000 ionic 5 ordered in europe so you must be so so wrong.

[@johntaylor4985]

I don’t like the creases down the doors, really spoils the look of the car? The wheel design is eye-catching, but a real dirt trap in a practical sense

[@mtparry]

This is a very patronising and cheesy review (unless it's aimed at kids, in which case fair enough) why bother to explain what the term 'wheelbase' means (as if the audience knows nothing about cars at all) and then throw around terms like 'head up display' and compare it's size to a Jaguar i pace (without explanation) as if the audience should know exactly what these things mean? is this aimed at people who are interested in cars or not?? who are you aiming this review at exactly?

[@tomattime]

I would have thought 🎶 driving away from home 🎶 would be more apt, as if I had that car,, I would look for that excuse. Some would say about that, that, It's Immaterial Excellent review it could even be my favourite onesy! even with the poptastic puns. 😁

[@ikramsarwar6187]

What colour is this car?

[@mr2cqql]

I want this Gravity gold matte colour so bad, hopefully the 2023 US model gets it.

[@paulware6576]

I wish they would make a scaled down version. I neither need nor want such a big vehicle, but I love the look of both the exterior and the interior. The price would need to be scaled down too!

[@C4H6As]

Exactly! 10cm narrower, 10cm less height and the hatchback a bit steeper. IONIQ3.

[@GlassActivist]

Very disappointed in Eco pack. Heat pump was standard on the Kona.

[@robertsedgwick1629]

what could be better than a Ginny in the boot? a Ginny in a catsuit! 😍🤤👍

[@DrMatthewhannah]

Too big and I don’t like the styling. Wish they had gone down in size from the Kona rather than up.

[@stevekingscott5704]

Wonderful looking car, but too complicated for the older generation. By this I mean old fogeys like me are put off from buying EVs that are complicated. All we want is an EV that is practical, that has brakes, indicators and a speedometer-this is what we are used to! Technology is wonderful, but if companies want to sell cars to the older folk, they should think again!

[@PortugalEletrico]

7:50 nice jacket Ginny

[@TheGolfdaily]

I absolutely agree with asymmetric wheels.

[@dearbulls]

I'm from the US where money talks. I've already put down my deposit for one.

[@yggdrasil9039]

Great look. Strictly for the rich though, like all EVs.

[@LiveTree]

How has the Ioniq 5 from Hyundai changed the EV rulebook? While there are some obvious drawbacks, how does the tech and charging speed make up for those? #Livetree #Fairweb #HundaiEVs

[@choboutube]

I thought the solar roof was an exclusive to the first 6000 cars? I'd get one if it was an option for later cars too.

[@michaellim4165]

It's a Project 45 edition prototype.

[@elau778]

what colour is the model car ?

[@alecrev10]

Gravity Gold, This is the colour I'm looking at getting!

[@casperhansen826]

I don't like the sharp angels, the wheels, and their guards, and the head lights. But I like the fast charging and big cabine

[@nikolarunjavec1079]

This review is quite marmite. Not the car. The car looks stunning and like retro futurism at its best 🙂

[@nikolarunjavec1079]

Actually watching this until the end, this review is very irritating, brand snobby/biased and nitpicky...

[@seanholdom9739]

@@nikolarunjavec1079 i agree she only likes german cars like inferior and much more expensive audt e-tron

[@frambuella]

Very excited about this car!

[@hadtobe4502]

Rainy days (sound track) helps you sleep under that doona (duvet as you call it).

[@keoki777]

This car looks huge when next to this presenter. How tall is the presenter?

[@bikebudha01]

I really wish companies would stop cramming so much "tech" into new EVs. All it really does is drive up the price. If you took all the 'gimmicky' crap out, I'd bet you could knock off $15k.

[@chillmeister]

Those wheels!! Aargh, why do manufacturers create directional designs and not create LH and RH versions? I couldn’t live with that, would bug me.

[@seanholdom9739]

wheel trims are magic

[@peterchristo196]

This should of been the new Golf

[@Mike-dd8bd]

You would have thought VW would make the best looking hatch.

[@jdavison8551]

If they hadn’t been so busy cynically cheating motorists and governments over emission levels for years, then lying about it, they probably would have more time to design a better hatch. To hell with VW.

[@mikeb9281]

This is a fantastic looking car

[@we73]

Cool review - funny and very cool. I have bought it already here in Germany. Same color, but without Relax seats, because it loads energy to fast.

[@HelloMyFriend_]

Do you get grants from your government when you buy it? I belive its 6000 euro

[@we73]

@@HelloMyFriend_ Yes, its 6000 eur plus 3000 from the car dealer, both financed by the government.

[@HelloMyFriend_]

@@we73 nice. I could be tempted to import one from Germany 6 months to a year from now. Crazy cheap

[@we73]

@@HelloMyFriend_ If it is possible, why not, but then it would be a left handed car? (Wheel on the left side?)

[@HelloMyFriend_]

@@we73 Denmark - we drive on the right side just like you 😉👍

[@NavarroMedia]

What’s love got do with it? 🎵. The 80’s look is everything what’s right. It’s hip to be square. 🎶 Do I see Delorean inspired lines?… let’s go Back To The Future with Hyundai.

[@C4H6As]

Delorean looks much more slimmer and more dynamic. IONIQ5 is abit on the fat side like most new e-cars nowadays.

[@alanmanussuckscock]

I like it despite the shape reminding me of an Austin Maestro 🤔🤔🤔

[@Sanpedranoazul]

Now they ONLY Have to come up with a new Logo!!! Course we love the 80s, the best decade, ever!!! 🥳🥳🐾🥳

[@petersort2192]

Think this is a great car but its range is going to stop it going against the likes of tesla, polestar 2 and Mach E

[@seanholdom9739]

all inferior cars

[@petersort2192]

@@seanholdom9739 well i hope your right but i hear the Ioniq 5 is a thursty car as you pointed out on your road test and i dont think you were thrashing it on a cold day and how many 800 volt chargers are on UK roads to get the fast charging advertised. Think the Kia EV6 will suffer the same fate ( sister car )

[@seanholdom9739]

@@petersort2192 asian petrolhead at 18c got 280 miles on a day roadtrip