Hyundai IONIQ 5 Review | A Tesla Owner's Perspective

[@RyanShawtech]

Small Correction: I mistaking my mentioned Kilowatt Hours when referring to charging speeds. It should just be Kilowatts

[@zmaskillz9702]

Didn’t mention anything about comparable service center experience

[@p4ul.f708]

just to let you know: I can tell you, that the highest speced model feels extremly luxurious. It has a nice combination of many different materials but the seats for example are made of leather, which feels really comfy. Oh and the rattle is a well known annoying problem. Its caused by the seatbelts in the back. if you put them away facing upwards instead of downwords this should go away. And thanks for this nice video :)

[@iamjoehill]

I do this all the time

[@ken90004]

Bit of a perfectionist maybe? "I mistaking my mentioned"? Your correction needs corrected? Just playing with you. You put a LOT of work into this for a lot of people. You are the one of the person(s) that helped me buy my first Tesla. You content really helped. me. I couldn't be happier .

[@ACEDXIII]

Two more things, assuming it's like every other newer hyundai the steering wheel, that lever in the middle of the steering wheel media controls, controls both the volume/muting/pausing on the left side of the lever and skipping/reversing songs on the right side of the lever. Also, if you leave a gas Hyundai idling in park, it'll turn off after 30 mins automatically. I imagine the Ioniq 5 is the same.

[@tonymorrill6561]

So the start/Stop button thing.. I think your gripes are firmly rooted in how trained you've become in the Tesla way of doing things. Hyundai clearly designed the function of this button to be familiar and intuitive for anyone who is new to the EV world. Any non-EV car with a start button will act exactly the same as what you showed: One press to turn on radio function only, 2 presses to turn on auxiliary devices (windows, A/C, etc..) and Foot on brake + press to 'start engine' (or in this case, make car drivable). Personally, I kinda like the idea that I can manually control what 'mode' my car is in.. I know when it's on, and I know when it's off. And it's not that difficult to remember to shut down the car when you park. Us non-Tesla drivers are in the habit of always doing that anyway.

[@NateSykesProducer]

I currently have an ID4 which does the Sit to Start and shuts down when you exit. While there are things I like about it I also find it kind of cumbersome. I do have to remember to shut off the Prius when I drive that car though....

[@garyanderton]

Once you experience the Tesla, it's difficult to move back to the ON/Off button. With my car I can just leave, in the Mach E of my parents I always forget that button and then the car honks at me in the middle of the night. It's almost like an evolution of comfort entry, and you should be able to choose whether you want to use that button or simply use the foot on brake to drive.

[@a16416]

It’s funny I like that about my ionic

[@Rhaman68]

To know functions of the Ioniq 5 is to love the functions and the ON/OFF has many that I love. Even the manual lock of doors when exiting is my choice. The car does unlock automatically! Of course a Tesla owner prefers Tesla features. I have the SE model and at much less money than the Y it’s a bargain for us less tech oriented carrying around features never to be used. Thanks

[@kenny9088]

Well said

[@samanthaforney7126]

I purchased an Ioniq 5 two months ago. I must be smiling when I drive it, as it makes me so happy. I am enjoying having an EV. The charging process is simple to master. I enjoy chatting with other EV owners at the Electrify America charging stations.

[@rob8969]

FYI you can definitely skip tracks from the wheel. Left side toggle down skips forward

[@kylewiebe6506]

I was looking to see if anyone would point this out. He showed a close-up of the steering wheel buttons on that skip tracks.

[@t1328]

Great review. As someone who previously drove a Model Y and now drives an Ioniq 5 Limited (top trim AWD), a few things that you missed. Most importantly, the interior quality of the Limited edition is far higher quality, not just than the SE trim, but also than the Tesla. It feels much more expensive and luxurious than the Model Y. In addition, it has a heads up display, that is extremely useful, and a host of other features that are significantly nicer than the Model Y and Model 3. Most of all, it’s simply far more comfortable and quiet over bumpy roads, and in AWD Limited trim, is almost as quick as the Y LR, with 0-60 in 4.6s. Finally, things like the glass panoramic roof having and actual way to close it completely make a significant difference in terms of the heat getting into the car.

[@Eli-yj4rv]

Still doesn’t beat a Tesla but alright

[@jamesr3505]

4.6s is over 30% worse than the Model Y LR in 0-60. The Ioniq 5 suspension is tuned to be comfortable/mushy. So it is quieter and much smoother over bumpy roads. But not nearly as responsive and aggressive through turns. I agree that this is probably a preference for many soccer mom types, a prime market for the MY.

[@t1328]

@@Eli-yj4rv obviously that’s very subjective and dependent on what’s important to you. I like Teslas a lot. But I listed a small subset here of things that are better, because the Tesla has its own set of things that are better. This was just something that was missed in the review. I just got back from a trip where I was a passenger in my brother’s Model 3, and it reminded me of just how much more bumpy it is if you live in an area with a lot of roads that aren’t smooth, and how much noisier it is inside. It also reminded me how more sporty the Tesla feels. Bottom line it is a question of what’s important to you. I can tell you I’m in a FB group of Ioniq 5 owners, and many of them switched from Teslas, and are very happy that they did. Others have both, and like some things about each one.

[@t1328]

@@jamesr3505 believe me, the 4.6 is more than quick enough. As for your soccer mom comment, you’re just showing you’re a Tesla fanboy. Have you ever driven an Ioniq 5 Limited or Kia EV6 GT like AWD? If you have, fair enough. If you haven’t, it’s showing clearly in your comments. As I said, I drove a Model Y. I had tons of problems with it. I switched, and I haven’t looked back. I still respect Tesla and like a lot about them. I’m able to acknowledge that they have great cars and not disparage others. That’s why I’m subscribed to Ryan’s channel.

[@fishndive1961]

@@t1328 if we had Bluelink in Australia, I'd most likely be driving a Ioniq 5, or an EV6. Show stopper without it though, so I'll just stay with Tesla for now.

[@alexandergoldman]

A lot of respect for Tesla...but I'd take this Ioniq 5 over the Tesla Model 3 and even over the Model Y. The styling, ride and warranty are really impressive with Hyundai and those are most important to what I'm looking for. Keep up the great work!

[@jerz8289]

Have you ever driven a Tesla? There is nothing quite like it. The efficiency is the best on the market. The navigation system is the best on the market. The Full Self Driving suite is decades ahead of any other manufacturer. The phone app is the best on the market. You get one more year and 10k more miles bumper to bumper warranty, but 10 year 100k battery and drivetrain? Come on... who drives only 100k miles in 10 years- thats just gimmick. With Tesla, you get Sentry mode where 7 of the nine cameras are active and available to view- from anywhere in the world. Oh yeah, did I mention it is thousands cheaper? I bought my Tesla Model Y Performance for 45k out the door- taxes and all. the closest model of the Ioniq 5 that compares to it's performance is the N, and it is OVER 20 grand more. Almost 70k for a hyundai? NO WAY.

[@NabilDzz]

D RT I’ve Teslas and the Ioniq Ended up getting the ioniq.. so fun to drive and well built EV

[@jacobeldredge803]

​@@jerz8289 I've driven both, and I'll pass on Darth goobers car. it's also no longer the most efficient, lucid air and ioniq 6 both beat it. There's a long list of things in the Tesla I loathe. Only pros are charging network, and fsd, which is expensive, and I wouldn't use it anyway.

[@jerz8289]

@@jacobeldredge803 Apples to Apples, buddy.. What Ionic or Lucid has the performance of the Tesla AND gets 268 wh/mi on average AND costs so much less? Even a Leaf can be efficient, but it is slow. You guys evidently were not around in the 90s and 00s when Hyundai's build quality was horrendous.

[@jerz8289]

My wifes Standard range Model 3 averaged 220 wh/mi over the course of the whole year and 200 during the summer time. 5 miles per kW.. and that isn't driving just 45 mph either... that was 75mph highway driving.

[@SvikDK]

Stumbled across this video, and even if it´s old I need to comment. 1. I would always prefer a car with start/stop button. Why? Because if I park at a shop, need to go inside and grap some stuff, my passengers can stay in the car with aircon and music on without me having to set it into some kind of mode. I had an ID 3, and it was a pain. Every time I left the car for a few seconds, it turned off, and I had to wait for it to reboot when getting back. 2. You CAN skip tracks on the steering wheel, and I am pretty sure it has a pause function too. 3. I use the inbuilt map and navigation. When I need to drive somewhere, I dial in the adress, and the directions are just as good or bad as Googles. And since I have what you call the limited trim, I get AR directions in the hud. I have never been moving around my map on the screen, and really have a hard time seing the need for that. But I agree, if that is a must, there are better options. 4. Interior. Alot of the materieals are recycled. But I have been in almost all the competitors, like E-mach, ID 4, Skoda Enyaq, Model 3 and Y etc. And this car is just as nice, or even nicer compared to those. Compared to a gas car, you might be rigth. But when comparing interior quality, you need to do it against the direct competition, meaning other ev´s. 5. We measure boots in liters in europe. And this car have 520 liters of space only beaten by the Skoda and Model Y. 6. Ipedal not working in reverse have never been an issue for me and it´s not a safty issue. 7. Why would you change drivemode when cruising? And why wouldn´t you use the cruise control in that situation? I find that complaint extremly nickpicking ;) The car is not without fault, but the major ones have been fixed by updates since release. I still lack route planning with chargestop like in Tesla, Polestar and others, but that seems to be comming in the future. The Bose sound system in the limited was rather disappointing, but can be fixed with an aftermarket solution. And yes, one wonder why there is only normal USB, since the sister car EV6 comes with only USB C. Beside that, nice review, keep up the good work :)

[@yvesvandenbroek6055]

The start stop button is very much appreciated, I hated that my Tesla fired up all electronics each time I passed by, loosing percentages over the week … my iX does not lose any percentage as I pass by, it opens the car, but it does not activate all the rest resulting in kWh saved PER WEEK!

[@BrentleyBrookes]

First world problems 😂

[@paulo123-]

Lose*

[@dfwald4657]

You didn’t mention that it’s hard to get these cars at MSRP. Many Hyundai and Kia dealers are marking up their BEVs a huge amount because of the low availability and high demand. I’ve heard $10-15K.

[@shaojeemy473]

Yup. Just got a M3 used from teslas inventory. Not dealing with that markup BS.

[@sandippatel8584]

That may have been so before August but now that Hyundai doesn't qualify for EV credit, dealer is calling me every week to get it at MSRP.

[@7Chriss]

@@sandippatel8584 which dealer?

[@JC-cf4rs]

That’s not a feature of the car-different video for that

[@chadkelley]

@@sandippatel8584 not sure we’re you’re located, but here in So Cal, we’re still looking at $10K markups. I’ve talked to 10 dealers within 50 miles…

[@courcheval]

The advantage of the on/off button is that you have zero phantom drain on the Ioniq 5 unlike the Tesla environment. It s such a peace of mind when you leave the car for a long time going for holidays. I have the full options 4x4 version and i can tell you it feels excellently premium , a feeling i didnt have in even my ex Model X. And the HUD is so brilliant, no need to check screens any more.

[@finvisorfinvisorllc7542]

Is that why Ioniq 5 having issue with 12V battery dies randomly?

[@courcheval]

@@finvisorfinvisorllc7542 Nop this was a charge door issue. It s fixed

[@higgsboson2280]

The fact that the Tesla stays on makes it theifproof and other advantages such as nighttime updates. Battery drain is a non issue.

[@JAM_2024]

@@courcheval still a lot more issues that need fixing though

[@philorgneopolotin8762]

Lol what? Phantom drain is completely nonexistent on a tesla unless you mean things like sentry mode or cabin overhead protection that are fully optional. The drain on a tesla is so minimal you either had a major issue with your car or you had one of those enabled. Any advantages it has are just because you believe it. I’m happy to have my mind changed, but as of now, there is 0 evidence of an on/off button having less phantom drain than any other EV.

[@samerabdallah82]

It reminds me of the 80s cars my parents used to drive when I was a kid. It has excellent features.

[@samerabdallah82]

hyundai pony or chevy chevette?

[@mkgriff1492]

Most average consumers want a start stop button and climate control buttons with easy wiper control and turn signals. This car is built for the main stream consumer not just main stream tech enthusiasts. This is what a everyday EV should look like.

[@voyagerman22]

Electrify America has been having these problems for a long time. However, they did just announce they are making new signage with “reimagined colors” and new names for different levels of charging. So you’ll have something new to look at when you are on the phone with customer service trying to get charger to work.

[@user-tf4ho2uo1e]

🤣

[@thesamuelnam]

I have a Model Y, but this ionic 5 looks so much better (exterior wise). I had to get the Y for the super charger network here in Australia.

[@DrBoFin]

Ioniq 5 feels a lot more expensive than my 2017 Model S and it looks as good.

[@brunoethier896]

I would argue that the "Start" button while pressing the brakes is an absolute must for any parents... It makes it impossible for kids to start going away with the car.

[@TechSavvyOppa]

Even without a start button, you can't shift the drive selector without simultaneously pressing the brakes.

[@Cyberbeesty]

Tried to buy a ionic 5 and the dealer said no, but I have ICE vehicle for you. I already own a model Y LR and I love it.

[@swekiwi4517]

Why no?

[@DavidAlastairHayden]

@@swekiwi4517 A lot of dealerships don't want you to buy an EV because it impacts their profit margin for services like oil changes. Some outright discourage buyers while others simply add a couple of thousand on top of the MSRP.

[@mglmouser]

Left pad is not magnetic. Its just a metal pad on which you can stick some magnets. The rear seats are also on rails and can move forward and back. There is a 4th drive mode: Winter Mode, accessible by press-and-hold the Mode button. The EV screen you mention doesn't offer much information is actually composited over the actual map. It updates behind the car image as you drive. That screen is also interactive. It shows you the nearest charge station as you drive, as well as it's general direction. You can tap on the charge icon next to the car image to list every stations in the area up to something like 50kms. Its an old map layout but actually is actually quite useful. Mine has battery conditioning on approach to charger based on a destination point in that map.

[@nsatutor635]

Just leased my first EV IONiQ 5 standard model SE for $350/mo with $350 down payment and free 2 year charging at Electrify America charging stations. Saved over $100/mo for gas and although the charging stations are full most times, I usually charge it early in the mornings when it is mostly empty. The charging station is only a quarter of a mile away which is really convenient. My car gets 275 miles on a full 100% charge although it can vary up to 30 miles/full charge. Just love it so far!

[@misteree12]

Just to correct one thing (from an Ioniq 5 owner), you actually can switch tracks or change volume from the left handside buttons on the steering wheel by going up or down ^^

[@raulsuazo5015]

He said he wanted to pause a track.

[@dguy321]

​@@raulsuazo5015then you push the volume toggle in. That mutes and pauses. Up, increase volume, down, decrease volume, in, mute/pause.

[@donallen48]

Watching this, I found myself enjoying it on several levels: the writing is crisp and avoids extraneous material; your delivery is engaging; your editing lets the video entertain as well as inform. And come to think of it, your work is pretty uniform in this regard. Thanks for your excellent journalism. Society needs more of this.

[@Mytagforhalo]

One thing to note that doesnt get reviewer attention: The coolant system in the Ioniq 5 takes a special non-conductive coolant that needs to be changed every 36k miles/ 36mo and it's expensive.. like 800-$1000 expensive. The fluid is $70 a liter for the fluid alone. Which gets rid of that whole move away from maintenance that we've all come used to. It then has a separate coolant loop for the HVAC that has to be replaced at 120k miles/ 10 years. and then every 24k miles/ 24 months after that first one. The EV6 Uses this second schedule for both HVAC and Battery as it's one loop as far as i'm aware. I was the first person at our local dealer to check out the EV6 on launch. I loved the car overall, but found that the overall loss of space compared to the model Y, at or above model Y pricing really didnt make a ton of sense. Combine that with the fact that the EA network isnt super strong in Michigan and I decided to pass. With changes to the government credits I think they're going to have to re-evaluate the MSRP on these vehicles. I do like the styling and the presenting door handles of the upper trim levels.

[@scut1179]

I didn't know about the expensive coolant that needs replacing every 45k. Good to know.

[@edwardkim2579]

Coolant for ioniq5 requires a change every 3 years. The EV6 does not require a change until 10 years or 210,000kms.

[@PrashanthRaoNDZ]

@@edwardkim2579 What?! How does that work, aren't they essentially the same cars with different exteriors?

[@edwardkim2579]

@@PrashanthRaoNDZ No.. they use the same platform but its not the same car...🤦‍♂🤦‍♂

[@Mytagforhalo]

@@edwardkim2579 I just looked up the current intervals. The EV6 is 10 year/ 120k mile you said, but then requires 2 year/ 24k mile intervals afterwards. The ioniq 5 requires 3 year/ 36k mile changes for it's battery coolant (the expensive, non conductive stuff) and then has a separate interval of 10year/ 120k miles for the hvac coolant and then 2 year/ 24k afterwards. I havent looked it up since I went to test drive them, so the manuals are finally published. It's interesting that they're using differing systems. Good for the Ev6, kinda disappointing for the ioniq. That said, for the long term maintence of both, having to deal with it that frequently after the initial change is kind of a PITA.

[@321brianh]

As someone who owned a Bolt EV and frequently attempted to use Electrify America charge stations, I can tell you that this WILL happen to you! And it will happen a lot! Switching charge stations to try to get one to work, calling EA customer service, etc. is all part of it. I never got stranded but it was usually very frustrating.

[@younged510]

Not only that I keep switching 2-3 different card payment.

[@deansmits006]

Most of the things you mentioned missing from the SE I don't think people would miss. A heated steering wheel is nice in an EV, because that combined with heated seats on a chilly day can mean not turning on HVAC, which can extend range. Additionally, a sliding center console can allow the front passenger to stow a larger bag, which is really convenient. Not necessary though.

[@lamelama22]

I rented a Tesla Model 3 recently, & the range was surprisingly very heavily impacted by the heated steering wheel. Maybe 50% less? It was insanely hot as well to the point of burning my hands.

[@BioniqBob]

@@lamelama22 50% LOL Was it on fire?

[@RobitNinja]

One thing that I absolutely love about this family of EVs (Ioniq 5, EV6, GV60) and I think is underrated is the auto-regen mode. It doesn't bring you to a complete stop like i-Pedal, but it's so nice on the freeway because depending on your distance to another car in front of you, it will automatically adjust the strength of regen brakes when you let off of the pedal. If there there's a significant distance or the road is completely clear, it opts to let the car coast until another vehicle comes in range! Of course you can also initiate smart cruise control, but in cases where I'm just zipping around and want to actually do the driving it still takes the stress out of having to swap back and forth between pedal and break when there are a lot of cars out on the road.

[@jbmcdoogle]

It's a really good looking EV and has a lot of potential. The one thing I don't get is why Hyundai didn't keep the amber indicators on the tail lights. We get that ridiculous brake light blinker combo thing while Model Y and Mach E have amber indicators. I just don't get manufacturers' obsession with the red brake light blinker combo. The rest of the world gets amber blinkers.

[@crwhhx]

Red turn signal is stupid AF

[@outermarker5801]

"The rest of the world gets amber blinkers." Even on other Hyundais!

[@FrVitoBe]

laughs in EU

[@Yggdrasil42]

In fact, here in Europe it's mandatory for them to be amber.

[@myselfalex]

The Ioniq 5 is my #1 wish car to get right now, I'm on waitlists, but only at places I can get it at MSRP. Soooo, who knows how long it'll take. But also, the 4 dots on the wheel horn = morse code for H (Hyundai)

[@willjudy5623]

I'm patient. I will wait and buy a used 2022 or 2023 Limited in 2026 or 2027. Be a awesome upgrade from my 2016 Leaf.

[@myselfalex]

@@willjudy5623 I'm thinking by that time you'll maybe be able to get a new EV for cheaper with better miles, probably (hopefully) lol.

[@willjudy5623]

@@myselfalex Time will tell. If that's the case than the resale value of the Ionic 5 may be lower and a better value. I'm a used car guy if I can help it. If I buy new I keep for 10+ years...

[@alejandrovelez8840]

U better off do a a 24 or 36 month lease. You get over 10k off from msrp plus u negotiate the msrp down .

[@BenTalksMentalHealth]

I went to view one today. It was lovely and incredibly spacious.

[@PeterAndWillAnderson]

Great review! An honor to meet you last weekend! Hopefully again soon!

[@alanpeterson6768]

I thought your evaluations pro and con were fair and well done. This is a good primer for someone interested in a 5. There are a few things I might view differently than you. The speaker-like thing left of the steering wheel is just a metal plate. Many people do use this for a magnetic phone mount or other things. I stick notes or reminders there. The navigation is outdated, but it works well. I use it while traveling. The really nice part is that it gives me turn-by-turn directions on my heads-up display. The frunk is tiny, but big enough for my L1 charging cable, an extension cord, Tesla converter and V2L connector. By the way, how could you not mention vehicle to load? During a 14-hour power outage after Ian blew through, V2L kept my refrigerator running, the lights on and my coffee maker working. The rattle you heard sounded like a seat belt turned the wrong way in back. Charging: it will definitely do 10% to 80% in 18 minutes. I have done it many times. Finally, you are complaining about having to touch a button to start it? I like that it starts when I want to start it, not when it thinks I do. Seriously, I can handle the workload of pressing a button. Okay, critique over. Very good vid. Thank you. I love my AWD Limited. Number 5 is alive!

[@shazzizzle]

I totally agree with the start stop button! I have a Tesla and an ioniq 5 and this thorn presents itself every time I use it!

[@ReyRios]

Thanks for this review. Specially from a Tesla owner's perspective. I have a Model 3, and I have been looking at other EVs, since there are a few annoyances with the Modell 3 (specifically build quality, rattles, noise). I find that is hard to break the Tesla experience. Automatic Walk Unlock/Walk Away Lock, no power button, no phone swipe to enter the car, no fob needed, Google Maps by default. Now you mentioned no skip tracks on the wheel. On the other hand, I love the AppleCar / Android Auto integration I wish I would have on the Tesla. The Ioniq 6 looks fantastic but it seems to have the same experience as the 5. I am waiting to see the new Polestar 3 or even the Ioniq 7.

[@calb86]

Not having waze is a huge deal-breaker for me. I avoided god knows how many tickets. I don't speed but can't always pay attention between the speed limits. And having to use it on the smartphone while having such a big screen just seems like a waste.

[@dizzypilots2639]

A drummer 🥁 I knew there was a reason I was drawn to your station.😎

[@Micbemac]

Couple of reasons why you have a start-stop applies to the immobilizer, (if you've heard of Hyundai's being stolen recently, it's the lack of an immobilizer), it continues to have a 12v batter to power on-board elements, as well as the V2L options, as you can power devices with either the top level trim, or by buying the add on external converter - something not included on teslas. Also to note due to tesla's design, if you have a power system error, or a battery issue, you can't access the vehicle at all, while this vehicle's manual bits will all still be accessible even at battery 0.

[@NickNoodles]

You can skip tracks and adjust volume with the steering wheel buttons. You can’t play/pause though

[@grahamhanlon496]

I test drove one a few months ago was very impressed while driving it and seriously considered ordering one. That soon changed when the sales guy said they wouldn’t be available until at least December 2023 and beyond. The lack of a decent charging network was the other big decider. My Tesla Model 3 is arriving next week!

[@dannywinget]

What's sad is my limited model has less of a front trunk lol

[@NateSykesProducer]

I think the big thing to remember with EA, the card reader is rarely used -- I've never used it. Perhaps if you are only renting the car I can see a reason to use the reader, but if you own a car with one of the charging plans or you take a lot of road trips in your Bolt/Niro/Kona then you will have the App. Starting the charge from the app or the infotainment screen (via CarPlay or AA) is so much easier than using the charger itself.

[@conradsteeneck7971]

One thing I learned recently is the "pad" mentioned at 6:06 is covering a feature that isn't available on North American models. In Europe/Asia, the driver side and passenger side MIRRORS are replaced by CAMERAS and the views are displayed where the pad is. Current regulations don't allow the removal of mirrors here in the USA. Otherwise, I test drove the Genesis GV60 recently and LOVED IT but with a range of only 245 miles, that's probably a deal-breaker, Awaiting a test drive of the IONIQ 5. I am pretty sure I will LOVE IT. (I have a Genesis already so I am very comfortable with their products,) One downside to the IONIQ vs the Tesla Y is the $7,500 TAX CREDIT. It's NOT AVAILABLE with an IONIQ but it IS AVAILABLE with the Tesla Y. Ouch.

[@dannyepstein]

Just as you'd include gas mileage in an ICE car review, I think it's important to include efficiency in an EV review. You could mention the EPA rated efficiency of the various trims as well as your experience driving in each of the three modes. For reference, the EPA rating for the standard range Ioniq 5 is 31 kWh / 100 miles. The EPA rated efficiency of the RWD Tesla Model Y is 26 kWh / 100 miles.

[@adrianalvarado5775]

on average, with mine, which is the SE version, I do 24.14 kWh/100miles, but the maximum speed in Costa Rica is 56 m/h

[@pauldewey2223]

As an Ioniq 5 SE owner the Regen brake setting comments in the video are not accurate. There is auto, Regen 1, 2, and 3 as well as I pedal. The paddles allow you to change the Regen level based on your driving style and needs. It's not just I pedal or nothing as indicated in the video.

[@Skypierced]

That surround view camera mentioned at 7:10 is really amazing. I saw it on the kia ev6, and hope its something tesla implements at some point in a software update

[@Yubuzka3774]

They can't because of they way the cameras are placed in the Tesla. They are designed to help with full self driving but are pretty much useless while parking.

[@Skypierced]

@@Yubuzka3774 I was thinking that might be the case

[@obilbok]

I've been driving an Ioniq 5 for one year now (I'm French), and I use Apple CarPlay for everything, but not for the guiding system. I absolutely never use another guiding system than the one built in the car. I think you spent less than 3 minutes to try it. But in a day to day use, it's perfect, extremely clear to read (with auto night mode), very responsive, the voice recognition is flawless, and to me it's prettier than the Apple or Google system (prettier meaning : it fits with the car. It's not some outside design that looks great on your computer or your phone, but no so great in this particular car). I should mention that I never feel the need to zoom or scroll in the map with my fingers (Maybe you do that all the time, although I can't imagine why), so I never noticed any lag.

[@borshardsd]

Charge point has been a major let down, station location, station operational, station access has all been wrong or outdated. Not a huge deal, until you try to update the info. Chargepoint has never updated or fixed any issue presented.

[@kens97sto171]

Was funny to me when you mentioned the start stop button, and how the windows don't roll down unless the car is on... That is how ALL cars work that I have ever been in. Hyundai is selling this to new EV buyers.. not to Tesla owners. That start stop system will be what is familiar to everyone. I agree with you , The get in and drive thing is nice, but it does have some negatives.. it means the car has to remain more awake than a car that you turn off. Parasitic draw will be much higher in the Tesla.

[@TRiley201]

Exactly right. Hyundai is targeting current ICE owners, not Tesla owners. They want someone who has never driven electric to feel comfortable hopping in the car and driving away.

[@SDot-dp9xm]

Im so glad you posted this. It clearly presents in imo a non bias way...why the market wants Tesla's and just not BEV'S.

[@Hans-gb4mv]

A small correction appears to be needed on your experience with the region. You mentioned multiple times that it seems to switch between off and full regen with the shifters on the wheel, now that would only be the experience if you hold those shifters. If you pull it and immediately let go, you will be able to move between the 4 different levels of regen. These levels also explain the complaint you had about drive modes and the speed difference you experienced. Each drive mode can have a different default amount of regen. For the eco mode, you go to level 2, whlie standard and sport modes default to level 1. So when you go from sport to eco, your regen goes from 1 to 2 and the car slows down as the 0-point shifts as it wants to give you a bigger range to play with on the regen side of the throttle. Another correction is on the reverse. In reverse you also have one-pedal driving, but with the brake pedal. Auto-hold also doesn't work in reverse for the same reason. In reverse, they want you to never take your foot of the brake pedal.

[@randommage1]

I love the start stop button, nothing bothers me more than my tesla randomly turning off while im still sitting inside of it or automatically turning off when i grab something from the trunk but i still have passengers inside

[@TechSavvyOppa]

I was in a Toyota hybrid Sienna rental a little while ago while on a business trip... I was sitting inside with the AC on waiting for the family at Costco... A message popped up on the dash that said the car was going to automatically turn off, becuase I was "idling too long"

[@inselberg123]

Although you covered a lot of good detail, one important item for many drivers is the absence of a rear window washer/wiper. It may seem nitpicky, but it's a big deal and a safety issue when you're driving in rainy, dusty, mucky and most snowy or icy winter conditions.

[@mars09]

Good review. Perhaps the only review I saw that touched some of the fundamentals that must be questioned as we move away from gas to EV. Like the Start-Stop, the physical buttons vs soft buttons, etc. All good points.

[@Miji43]

At the 6:30 mark you mentioned that the guage cluster screen does not show you nearby cars that is incorrect. While it’s not standards on the screen. If you press the cruise control button vehicles to your side and in front of you will appear on the screen, similar Tesla’s platform. Additionally, you can pause the music track by pressing the volume button in and to skip the track you flick the knob downward to go to the next track and up to replay the track

[@billyteodocio7485]

The steering wheel actually has that Hyundai logo in the form of Morse code..

[@samanthaforney7126]

Did you try experimenting with the auto setting for regenerative braking. You can set the level of regenerative braking.

[@mattYYC]

Ryan, the regen paddle shifters will go through 3 levels of regen, plus you get the i-pedal which is like auto. Makes driving with one-pedal more effective. Unfortunately, base model is missing other things. 2023 is addressing the has improved maps, and pre-conditioning. Charge network is lacking but changing quickly.

[@sennahtsivqlle]

I feel like you missed a few things ... you can change songs on the right silver toggle on the left side of the steeringwheel.... the paddles are not on or off.. they are up and down ..there is 3 levels of regen or you can activate I-pedal...

[@natedogg1144]

Great review...I've checked out the Ioniq 5, but it is not realky comparable to a Model Y. It is significantly smaller, it's Kind of like comparing a Mazda CX-3 to CX-5 in size difference.

[@K0nst4nt1n96]

11:00 I like the Powerbutton more, to make me aware the car is "Ready" and that there is now the "Betriebsgefahr" (Danger of operation of the vehicle). It makes me aware that I now have to be careful about other road users and my surroundings. Maybe that is just a thing to me. Also its good to have a button to activate the car features associated with the "ignition" mode on the car. That is just personal preference but driving is very dangerous and its good that you need to confirm to start the "engine/Drivemode".

[@jmattos]

I LOVE seeing viable alternatives to move the world more toward an all electric future. PErsonally, the Tesla supercharger network and their software and general experience is what makes it for me. I really do wish they'd integrate apple play. it would be so huge.

[@heribertosarmiento1265]

This ⬆️

[@gamestar8180]

I'm pretty sure you can skip and mute songs on the steering wheel. Heck, my 2020 PHEV has this feature.

[@shontoo6979]

You can. It is the other toggle to the right of volume.

[@joe55514]

Guy’s hold your horses! This is almost escalating into an iphone vs. android type rivalry.

[@KenFerris]

I have a 2022 Tesla M3lr. For the most part I love it and for the few things I don't much like I only have to think "You bought this because it doesn't need gasoline". No matter the minor complaints it still hasn't used a drop of gas.

[@ddhsd]

Great review and thanks for choosing the standard spec model, I find the SEL is usually the easiest of any Hyundai models to actually buy since most people go for the midrange priced car.

[@aguyfromdenmark]

The mute button pauses the music, and the button to the right of it, with the two arrows, is you’re skip track buttons. It’s confusing at first, but other brands do the same thing, AUDI for example.

[@clintonrhodes6606]

I love everything about Tesla and I am still waiting for my Model Y, however my wife has a Limited I5 and it is awesome. You can change tracks for music from the steering wheel on all models. The HUD on the limited is fantastic, something that Tesla should have. Navigation works through the HUD which is very convenient. I wish Tesla had everything the Limited I5 has. The biggest reason I prefer Tesla is the charging network and technology. If the Hyundai or any of the other brands could figure out a charging network like Tesla, I believe there would be a big change in EV sales.

[@finvisorfinvisorllc7542]

yeah HUD is nice but direction only works with crappy built-in Hyundai map. no integration with CarPlay so most of the time I just don't bother with it.

[@joo02]

You can still charge your non-tesla vehicles in the tesla charging station (except you can't use the supercharger)

[@jamesgulyard8654]

Did you know or forgot that the I5 charges faster than the m3

[@clintonrhodes6606]

@@jamesgulyard8654 no, it does not charge faster than m3.

[@deansmits006]

The i-pedal turning off when reversing makes sense. When backing up, you need to go slow, and hovering your foot over the brake, not the throttle, seems much safer

[@octarinehk]

Echo this. I am currently driving a Fiat 500e, and the one pedal mode is great in town, but annoying as hell when parking in a tight spot.

[@jamesr3505]

This is one thing most non-auto people don’t understand about suspensions and “ride quality.” Unless a car has adaptive suspension, there is a tradeoff between ride quality and control/feedback. Teslas are sports cars, and the suspension is very stiff, tuned like a BMW model 3. My Tesla M3 is the most fun and responsive of any car I’ve ever driven. It just goes where you point it and it sticks to the road. But people do comment about how harsh it is over rough roads and potholes. This tradeoff in cars has always been there.

[@kens97sto171]

The Model Y is not a sports car, its a small SUV.. And you can have softer ride and decent handling too. I think Tesla went way to far to the firm ride side. there is aftermarket suspension for them, that rides better and handles better. Also.. the enormous wheels are dumb.. they are insanely heavy.. not good for efficiency or for pot holes.

[@TechSavvyOppa]

@@kens97sto171 Depends on your frame of reference... The Y is a sporty SUV... Much like my Acura MDX. If I put my MDX's adaptive suspension in Comfort, I find it way too floaty, so it always stays in sport. Likewise when I was shopping other SUVs, I found that aside from the X5, a lot of other SUVs I tested were way too soft in the handling department... I find our Y's suspension to be just fine... As far as comfort goes, the main reason the ride is "harsh" on the Y is because of the crap tires they give you. I swapped out the tires with Continental DWS 06+, which also means the sidewalls are a little taller since they don't come in the OEM size... The ride is much more compliant this way... Nice perk, is the DWS is much quieter than the OEM tire too, as even the wife pointed that out.

[@kens97sto171]

@@TechSavvyOppa Forget what you're saying, problem for me is I spend 8 to 10 hours a day in my car driving in the city. I would much prefer floaty and comfortable versus sporty. I like sporty driving to. But not in the vehicle I'm going to spend 8 hours a day in. From what I have heard from a another KZbin channel the newest model Y are definitely a little softer riding than the older ones. Everybody wants something different in a vehicle, that's why there's 300 different models to choose from

[@JensPilemandOttesen]

Is there no driver assist? Like the nap-ready backseats. Hate the Power button. I also have it on my Zoe. Hate it! Doesnt look like the backseats fold down entirely... The last 10 degrees makes a big difference. Is there no 230V plug (V2L)on the base model? Thx for a great review.

[@tigerb2642]

The regen level is insanely customizeable. I use auto regen with radar distance set to close (slow deceleration). So when i let off the drive pedal i dont feel an immediate grab. But if a car is infront of me it will decelerate faster.

[@clhodapp]

The mute button on the steering wheel actually does pause tracks if you're using a compatible app to listen to music. The up and down buttons next to the volume button skip tracks.

[@experiencex70]

The four squares on the steering wheel is morse code for the letter H for Hyundai.

[@ClaytonBillion-s6i]

Nice review! I have a 2023 IONIQ 5 (Limited trim) - and I feel the interior is quite nice; in fact the guy at the Hyundai dealership owns a Model Y and said the quality in the IONIQ 5 was way nicer. Sounds like Hyundai may have cut additional corners on the lower trim levels.

[@mr88cet]

Thanks for the review, Ryan! I’m very optimistic about this car. Regarding the tiny frunk, I’ve heard conflicting reports as to how hot things get in a typical frunk if you live in a hot environment. It’s not ventilated, but its also not exposed to the Sun either, so I’m not sure whether to think frunks in general, or this one in particular, tend to get hot here in Austin.

[@bongo2011]

Every EV has an on/off. I think it kinda makes it more secure too. Even luxury ev like i4 and i7 also has the on/off.

[@360dom360]

Yeah it's a weird thing to complain about tbh. He made it sound like it was such a big deal to have to hit a single button lol

[@jinfromnyc]

Ionic5 is probably the most popular ev after tesla but what is the true purchase price? Any dealer markups?

[@onlythebest3311]

I remember my first car ever back in college in 2001 was a new Hyundai Elantra because it was the only new car under 10k and my dad insisted I buy new only, for the warranty, it truly was one of the crappiest car to ever existed, never thought I see the day people actually want a Hyundai or hyped about it. How time has changed lol

[@olemadsen9205]

Here in Europe we have great charging infrastructure like IONITY which always have 350KW chargers at a fair price. They also support "plug and charge" like a Tesla in my Skoda Enyaq (a sister to VW ID4 and Audi Q40 etron). But Tesla supercharger here in Denmark are also open for all EV's. In the EU all cars use the standard CCS plug, so all cars fit in all chargers. I can see in many car reviews that you need better charging infrastructure in the USA. And Tesla have much more competition here in Europe than in the USA.

[@physics77guy]

You forgot to mention you can see charge status from front too as in the middle of front bumper pixels also show too and the bumper illuminates also

[@CyberScenicDrone]

I've been watching your Tesla videos for a long time Ryan. However, I wish reviewers like you would do some homework before making videos about vehicles they have little experience with. Why did you skip over the star button on the dash hard button array (probably the most important button on there)? This is a configurable button that allows you to add your own shortcut to the menus. I use mine to go to the EV vehicle screen, which you didn't show at all. Also, the paddles do far more than just turn I-pedal on or off as you stated. I didn't hear any mention of auto regen mode or any of the levels of regen you can cycle through while using the paddles. One final observation, There are four driving modes, not three. If you push and hold the driving mode button, the car will go into "snow" mode for winter driving. Cheers.

[@rcammoore]

I own an Ioniq5, and I love it. But one minor correction: you mentioned that the turning radius is good... which is objectively incorrect. The turning radius for the Ioniq5 is really terrible. In tight parking lots I feel like I'm driving an extended cab pickup truck. But I have to admit that overall I love this car. Note that I do have the fully loaded version (called "Ultimate" in Canada), so a lot of Ryan's complaints in this video on the base model don't apply in my case.

[@tttrelva]

Congrats on the review. You should do the same with Mach-E, EQA and EV6

[@davidallen2058]

Can you add some stuff to your reviews for those of us who live off the bitumen? 1. Trim quality. eg. does anything look/feel fragile. 2. Under car. eg. does it look like it will survive rough roads, and kicked up road debris. 3. Spare tyre. 4. Ride over rough surfaces.

[@MikeMajeski]

I really like these reviews from a Tesla owners perspective. Like them or not, Tesla has set the standard in the US, so it is great to get a perspective on how the other options compare. There are going to be things the legacy automakers will do better, and things that Tesla has gotten right. Would love to see you do the same with the 2023 ID4!

[@tauronmaikar]

What things do legacy automakers do better?

[@tauronmaikar]

@David Jung In silicon valley, where most people can buy whatever car they want, one cannot walk the dog without bumping into a tesla. I guess the richest people in the world love trash.

[@shane864]

@@tauronmaikar Literally everything. Tesla popularized the idea which is fine, but theri cars are all shit as acual cars now. They're already miles behind and unless they shake up their dipshit management they'll be bought and split up in a few years, because they are far more a tech development company than they are a car company.

[@HiddenAgendas]

lol that's some pretty low stadards

[@kv1930]

Awesome review Sir! Most Tesla owners talk down when reviewing other EV's. Nice job about being objective and admitting that Tesla's ride comfort quality is not what it should be for a 60k+ car!

[@IFRfun]

One thing I am curious about and that no one ever addresses is how are the screen displays at night. I have a small display in my older Cadillac DTS that is very bright at night and requires that I turn it off to see well (destroys night vision). A lot of these EV large displays I have seen use a light background and looks like they would be terrible for night vision. Can anyone speak to this question?

[@Luke-rw2kv]

My car a Citroën ec4 has night/dark mode when the sun sets.

[@tomooo2637]

In the Tesla they work well and a less intrusive than traditional cars,

[@Gilgamesh347]

My Tesla switches from white background to black background at night, like an iPhone. No night vision impact. Love it.

[@IFRfun]

Thank you all for the replys; that is comforting to know. 🙂

[@jtpdx2209]

Hyundai screens are very comfortable at night. The instrument cluster dims and the infotainment switches to dark mode.

[@gordonpeterson7609]

The use of the Morse “I” with 4 squares in place of the front and rear Hyundai “H” make the car complete with its future themed shape. These are professionally made to adhere where the originals are by using a hairdryer to loosen adhesive and new Morse “I”s adhere in their place. The Ioniq 5 already has the Morse “H” on the steering wheel as a standard factory feature. The Morse “I”s front and back look so fitting as clearly the Chinese manufacturer felt.

[@skuvakid]

I wish all EV tubers would stop saying that these cars “start” at X price referring to MSRP as probably no one is getting them at that price…dealer markups are killing sales for these cars as it brings them to teslas price range and then it’s a no brainer which to choose…

[@parkershaw8529]

Indeed! I will never buy any smartphone priced like iphone, never buy any EV priced like Tesla. Why bother?

[@brendykes6599]

What would you have them say, some made-up number or the only number available from the maker? Otherwise they just say here’s a car, I have no idea what the price is? MSRP gives a means of comparison, even if it’s low.

[@brendykes6599]

What would you have them say, some made-up number or the only number available from the maker? Otherwise they just say here’s a car, I have no idea what the price is? MSRP gives a means of comparison, even if it’s low.

[@pontoon_cat]

On/Off button - You already list the Cons coming from a Tesla perspective. I'll list the "Pros" I see as an EV6 owner: - i can walk away with a passenger in the car and they still get climate and radio and anything else that is on currently without me doing anything. Sure, it beeps for a few seconds that the key left, but it's nice to not have to go to some random setting to turn climate back on for my passenger because i left and the car turned off. - window won't roll down without the car on? You can use the key fob to drop the windows partial or all the way. - allows you to sit in the car and use no power - waiting for someone and just want to sit there? Leave the car off and hang out while you scroll Instagram... then your car isn't using any power.

[@geraldfrench6743]

Thank you Ryan! Model Y has great safety ratings in the US and Europe. How would you compare the Ioniq 5 on Safety?

[@HVM_fi]

IONIQ 5 have 83% in Euro NCAP, and Model Y 92%. Both have five stars.

[@geraldfrench6743]

@@HVM_fi Thank you!

[@nehtomal]

Dont forget its 2 to 4 years of wait to get one of these. I'm currently on the waiting list... But won't expect one until 2024-2025.

[@ryansmithc]

IMO the ride quality, seats and road noise are better than a model 3. The exterior looks better too. Everything else just sucks. If I was doing short commutes, charging at home and relying on carplay, I'd get this with my model S. Personally I can't stand the model 3 and model y interiors.

[@BuckieJr]

I know this is an old video but I just traded in a 2017 Mercedes c300 4matic. One thing I’d like to point out is that the drive mode change happening instantly also happened with my Mercedes. I’d go from eco to sport + and the car would down shift and speed up pretty much the moment I switched modes.

[@markmcdougal1199]

Thorough review, thanks. Personally, still rather have my model 3. The always-works superchargers alone justifies the higher cost - I think charger availability anxiety is way worse than range anxiety. But, I will say - though it corners like it's on rails, I do wish the suspension was a lot better, and I think it should be, for the price. And if they won't let me install better struts & shocks (voids the warranty), they should at least offer a Tesla option. But, all things considered, Tesla is still miles ahead of everyone else. At least for the time being.

[@edornelas8275]

Also model 3 needs factory electric frunk & trunk!! Otherwise it’s great! Have my car for 50 months & amazing car. I bought with everything possible, including FSD.

[@chadkelley]

@@edornelas8275 Model 3 has had an electric trunk since 2021. 50 months? Wow, you have one of the first Model 3s! How has yours held up? Paint, weather stripping and headlights still in good shape?

[@stardarkk]

@@chadkelley totalled

[@edornelas8275]

@@chadkelley I have had to replace the 12 volt battery at 48 months but cheaper than any car or truck I have owned. Left light assembly had water in it & cost $234.00 to replace & the tech mentioned they gave replaced quite a few of them. Replaced cabin micro filters, under hood air dam which cost over $230.00 paint is fine interior great, left door handle making noise, replaced tires which cost $1300.00 at America’s tires but rims have road rash. Oh replaced a sensor in front due to hitting a construction cone that was in fast lane of I10 freeway. The car didn’t sense nor did I see it until too late! 🤦‍♂️ overall it has held up great!

[@markmcdougal1199]

@@edornelas8275 Elec trunk (open and close) standard on my 2022 Model 3, Elec frunk (open only) also standard. Frunk close coming, from what I hear.

[@afrose71]

You really need to be driving the I5 Limited for a fair comparison to the MY. I chuckled a bit when you said "if you're ok with some of the interior things" -- the main reason one would buy the I5 over the MY is because the interior fit and finish and amenities are so much better.

[@karmachameleon326]

Great review, felt very balanced - honestly, I was expecting this to be more of a “but Tesla is better” video, but it’s not that at all. Thanks :)

[@copiernerds]

Played Becks "Debora" at my wedding, it killed. Thank You Ryan

[@KyleKrueger]

Wow I’m actually horribly unimpressed with this. If you can’t afford a model y but want one, don’t get this. Get a gas car if you need one now, or wait until more EV crossovers come out or until the model y gets cheaper.

[@gordongilbertson943]

I have put myself on the Ioniq 5 waiting list up here in Alberta Canada. The MY is very very expensive up here, We are talking $95K (Paint and Hitch ) Because the I5 gets the $5k federal incentive the I5 AWD LR prices around $55K when you configure on the Hyundai site. Unfortunately I'm hearing about $20k worth of extra dealer extortion happening. Regardless, being on the waiting list may give me the option to buy it in a year or so. I wonder if the new US incentive plan will increase the number of these available up here.

[@shazzizzle]

I am in California and recently bought the Ioniq 5 for my wife. The dealer extortion is real. We payed 3k automatically over and the dealer added car alarm and paint protection (things which should be optional are not options!) We were able to get the 7500 tax credit here in the US but the dealer ate it all. My wife likes her car but the dealer experience and actual cost really piss me off.

[@Axeon]

Great video, as always! It would be nice to see a Kia EV6 review as well, given how similar in some areas and different in others they are. I recently purchased an EV6 Wind RWD trim as my first EV and I'm really loving it so far (I was considering Model Y as well, but the price and lead time difference compared to features offered just didn't make sense for me), but it would also be really nice to see a Tesla owner's perspective on that car.

[@donallen48]

With a few key differences, he could use most of the footage and nearly all of the dialog from this for the Kia. I drive and EV6 Wind Tech, and Ryan's critique of the Hyundai applies across the board to the Kia. I agree with his observations, and I love my car. Go figure.

[@TyTyMcGinty]

Love my EV6. Originally, I set out for the Ioniq 5 but none were available. I was able to land an AWD Wind and never looked back. We got hit with a heat wave and the power went out. I was able to use my ride as an air conditioned office till the electricity was restored. Really feels like Kia thought of everything. Even the stuff they didn’t think about lol.

[@AndrewKuntzman]

Home link doesn't work either. I owned one for 70 some hours then returned it because it didn't have a tax credit. I am getting a mache and a leaf instead and then next year ill get my model y and my wife another Pacifica hybrid. I couldn't believe it didn't have the usbc

[@AndrewKuntzman]

Also I couldn't believe how many buttons were on the wheel. So many stocks and buttons.

[@AndrewKuntzman]

I also had the same problems with the chargers

[@dvanremortel]

Great vid as always. Obviously Hyundai is all about the upgrade. Would love to see your review of Tesla prices globally. Here in Canada where salaries by numbers is similar the import tax puts teslas another $15k above the US price

[@darwinskeeper421]

I actually like the ON/OFF button as it will make the transition easier for those of us who are moving from ICE vehicles.