Hyundai IONIQ 5 Review After 4000km: THIS is the EV to BUY!

[@wtfx5757]

As an owner of a limited trim, I can say this is unequivocally the most thorough an accurate review of the car to date.

[@factsmatter6980]

KIA has battery degradation issue.

[@timorum]

@@factsmatter6980 care to quantify that statement?

[@89DerChristian]

@@factsmatter6980 With that username, you certainly don't have any issue to give some facts to support that claim ?

[@LTVoyager]

@@factsmatter6980 Every battery degrades. So?

[@asfdafasdfwfrg4168]

​@@factsmatter6980 did you mean this? 65% after 7 years. is that bad? Battery degradation test results The discharge test from about 100% to about 4% state-of-charge (SOC), down to the turtle mode, revealed a range of a bit over 100 km (62 miles) and energy consumption of 163 Wh/km (262 Wh/mile). According to Bjørn Nyland, it means that the car has available about 17 kWh, which is roughly 65% of the initial net battery capacity.

[@Alohamola]

I've already put in my deposit after looking at different EV options, watching lots of reviews. I think it's refreshing to watch a review from a tech reviewer. No one has mentioned the screen brightness/responsiveness and I appreciate that. Great review!

[@becek]

How much did u get it?

[@Alohamola]

@@becek my deposit was a $500 cdn refundable deposit. The car as it is priced now, would roughly cost me $65k after all the delivery fees, documentation, etc (probably less). Plus taxes but $8k rebate from Canadian federal and provincial governments should probably take care of it

[@electricfamily7713]

Check out the battery degradation review by bjorn nvland on kia and ionic. 20-30% after 6 -7 years for Kia. 8% after 2.5 years on Hyundai. Might pull my deposit.

[@Nabee_H]

@@electricfamily7713 The money you would typically save from gas (especially with prices now) should be more than enough to get a replacement. I'm pretty sure the Tesla Model S costs roughly 14k for a battery replacement which isn't cheap but if you drive A LOT (full tank of gas every week) than it would be worth it imo.

[@silencer626]

@@electricfamily7713 I've had my 2018 Hyundai Ioniq Electric for almost 3 years, and haven't noticed any battery degradation 🤷‍♂️

[@samanthaforney7126]

Hi Mark! I just purchased a 2024 Ionic 5. I am very pleased with this vehicle. I love the style. It is so easy to charge. Watching your video helped give me the confidence to buy my first EV! Thank you!

[@MaxwellWilliams42]

The remote control forward/backward on the key fob is a great feature for wheelchair users like myself!

[@seujcima8137689]

I never seen this kind of unbiased, honest and excellent review of a car!! Kudos to you

[@awakenedone7577]

Well it's unbiased if your mind is already leaning on buying this car. This guy's review was very biased because he already likes the car, it's nothing bad but still you can't say unbiased.

[@Yanquetino]

I'm growing more and more intrigued by the Ioniq 5, and your thorough, practical, balanced review tells me it is well worth my consideration when it comes time to let go of my Model 3.

[@brooKlynKiteflyer]

Yes, I finally got rid of ever so widening squeaky panel gapping Model 3 smh

[@MihneaStoian]

We're just about at 5000 km with our Preferred RWD LR, and the biggest issues we have with it is the lack of forward facing parking sensors, side cameras. Driving wise, it's the perfect hwy car. It is sprung pretty well, but does wallow a bit over bigger bumps, soaking them up, but clearly being more on the comfy side than sporty. Range-wise, we've seen the same during the winter, but now that it's over 10C we're seeing in the 13-17kWh/100km, which pushes the range back towards 450ish total, and that's driving on 401/427/DVP.

[@MatthewAT]

Thanks for sharing this info :)

[@mrmountain73]

I've the exact same model in order right now. RWD LR with additional heat pump and battery heating. I wish I could have ordered the front parking sensors and the privacy glass. But unfortunately that was not possible. I think thats the biggest problem of the car. You can not order specific extras, you have to go with a whole package.

[@cksh4182]

@@mrmountain73 does the RWD LR come with heat pump and battery heating as standard?

[@MihneaStoian]

In Canada all 77kWh models have heat pump

[@mrmountain73]

@@cksh4182 Not in Germany. I had to order the "efficacy package" for 1.5k €. Then you get these two.

[@WatsitTooyah]

Snow handling is almost entirely dependant on tire compound. I switch from stock eco michelins to a proper winter set, makes a world of difference in safety. All seasons can get you through some snow but there is a significant gap between dedicated winter tires.

[@pftvfc66]

Most beautiful EV car ever done until now. I fell completely in love with the futuristic retro vibe it has, the second I saw it for the first time. Too bad that it's way too expensive for me. 😐🙁

[@dolphinsmadden]

Markups are pretty extreme right now. So price comparisons are very misleading.

[@Andersljungberg]

myself, I think that the lower part of the car, which is supposed to represent type Metal, looks plastic. Couldn't they have used a color to make it look more authentic

[@mowcowbell]

@@dolphinsmadden A year later and they're discounted. Dealers marking them down $10K below MSRP.

[@bigsky212]

Great review! As a Montanan, I especially appreciate the real-world review of its wintertime capabilities/downsides. I think this affects all EVs and I'm seriously considering buying one of these! P.S. Here's a novel idea for killing time at the charging station: Read a book. I'm showing my age, I know, but... ;)

[@artpmpln]

I always thought it was a weird car until I saw it live. It's STUNNING, definitely a statement car!

[@AK.__]

Statement of bad exterior design

[@chandlerstroede3446]

MARK! That sunroof opening shot at 4:18 was PERFECTLY timed when the bird flew over on whatever slider system you were using...so good.

[@MarkSpurrell]

Haha I gasped when I watched the footage play back!

[@COSolar6419]

That you ordered one after driving the I5 in the conditions you did says a lot about the car.

[@fr9714]

I was driving a Tesla Model Y when I happened upon a Hyundai Ionic5. I pulled up and drove on its left and then back and right and gave them a thumbs up! The Hyundai Ionic5 looks incredible and feels very well made. I hope the range is great and I will likely buy a Hyundai Ionic5 in the future (hopefully there's no dealershit nonsense)

[@victorseal9047]

Yup, no rear wiper is a mistake, one which I hope Hyundai will correct….quickly. Great review Mark.

[@SvikDK]

They will, in the sence that you will be able to order it with a camera for the back mirror in the next model year.

[@SuzanneWho]

Instead of a rear wiper, they could just put in some warming function. I have that on my VW, any snow/ice would run off. One less wiper to operate/maintain.

[@victorseal9047]

@@SuzanneWho . I’m in N Québec where we have snow storms at -20c and below plus plenty of grit and s**t on the roads for between 4-6 months of the year. Without a cleaner on the rear window you quickly end up with a no-see zone behind you.

[@markbriggs5531]

I agree. I'm sure you've seen the latest 2024 model with rear wash/wipe :)

[@guelphdgc7995]

Great review. Covered all the important points, no fluff or filler - just the business. Refreshing on KZbin. Thanks.

[@koomaappa75]

Wait until Kia's huge Telluride-themed EV9 SUV comes out next year. Along with the IONIQ 5, the Hyundai & Kia are building a truly attractive fleet of electric vehicles.

[@mattbrew11]

Link for info? My sister loves her telluride. Althrough id strongly prefer to buy the palisade version, id like to put her into an EV either way. I hated my Model Y so I swapped it for a mach E after it was fixed and I like it but soon ill have a Lightning to trade the mustang for then im set until I can trade my Diesel Gladiator in for the EV replacement and after that im not buying another vehicle again

[@HiddenAgendas]

Wait until NIO hits the states.

[@mauricebarry8858]

@@mattbrew11 How’s your Mach e? My mom wants to buy one and she seems to love it but for the price I think she can get a better car like a bmw i4 m50

[@mattbrew11]

@@mauricebarry8858 id buy it again in a heartbeat

[@shaunguimond]

We preordered one at the beginning of March and was told by the local dealership to expect delivery around October. Not sure if you have a similar ETA, but I can say that I did test drive one and was blown away by how good it was. As for charging, I expect the Ioniq 5 has not been added to certain of the networks. My understanding is that they have electronic identifiers that need to be added to the chargepoints for the full 350kw. I expect Petro Canada, Electrify Canada, among other have not updated their chargepoints with the Ioniq 5 electronic identifiers, capping the chargepoint at 150kw. I could be wrong though, but I bought it fully expecting the charging to get better over time. Great review and looking forward to seeing some videos of your own Ioniq 5!

[@ebonix33]

That's a long wait 😆🤣😂

[@ScubaSteveCanada]

@Shaun Guimond ... Pre-order number 30 in Canada ... ordered first day orders opened in June 2021 and waited and waited and waited ... picked it up early April 2022; 10 month wait. Don't be confused about the charging rate; no where does Hyundai state it can get 350KW charging. You need a 350 KW charger to have 225 - 230 KW charging rate, under perfect battery temps. Regardless, my Ultimate version is excellent. Cheers, Steve

[@AK.__]

With this car there are 20 minutes of shame and you at the work place.

[@sledgedragon2677]

I didn't really like this design when I first saw it, but after seeing the NV74 (Hyundai's sexy 1974 Pony inspired rolling lab), this design has _really_ grown on me. Also, having a lighter colour for an interior option is nice for Southern Canadian summers. My current vehicle, a 2008 Honda Civic, gets turned into an oven when it's sunny out. Maybe the lighter colour will reduce the overall inside temperature. Currently, the AWD Long Range package is around $60000CAD. The price _should_ go down in a few years for future models due to the supply chain relaxing a little.

[@KimKim-nr3yb]

This is such a valuable EV review for Canadian, especially using EV in extreme cold weather!! I really like this Ioniq5 and is considering to get it. Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@HydraliskX]

Live in Wisconsin... and the lack of rear wiper and not being able to clean the rear camera is a huge let down. My Subaru has both. When you turn on the rear wiper fluid, it also sprays the camera to clean it. Still waiting for 'luxury' cars to catch up to this 'feature'.

[@michalandrejmolnar3715]

Please consider the environment, there are a lot of different EVs on the market.

[@Namenono76]

great honest review. the limited fast charging network is a huge problem, especially in winter conditions as you have mentioned. I have a Tesla M3 and what gave me peace of mind on road trips is their supercharger network. until a reliable DC charging network is in place other than Tesla, I don't think i'll make a switch. I dig this car though!

[@ScubaSteveCanada]

Tesla had the same issue until they added battery pre-conditioning via a software update; patiently waiting for Hyundai to do the same. Pre-conditioning heats the battery on the way to a fast charger so the battery can accept a better charge rate. Plus, the infrastructure isn't ready ... yet. I do own an IONIQ 5 but do most of my long trips in summer.

[@Namenono76]

@@ScubaSteveCanada the battery pre-conditioning should be an easy addition as you have mentioned. My concern with any other EV is the lack of standard DC charging. It's a bit of a wild west atm and I certainly don't feel comfortable scrambling to find a charger in the middle of Canadian winter.

[@jakesouthard9175]

Same, as a Tesla owner, I can't imagine owning any other electric car except for a Tesla. Supercharging network is key. Unless you don't want to drive outside of your city.

[@michalandrejmolnar3715]

Which country are you from? The US I understand

[@AlainHubert]

I've watched a few reviews of this new Ioniq 5, and yours is very informative and honest. But of all of those reviews I've come to the conclusion that the biggest mistake Hyundai made in designing this car is the lack of a rear window wiper. This car was evidently designed in California and not Canada. I currently own a Kia Stinger GT Limited (Canadian version) and to get the equivalent features with an Ioniq 5 (AWD and all the bells and whistles) I would have to get the Ultimate trim which would cost more than my Stinger.

[@brich2929]

You're absolutely right.If there's one single thing that Hyundai can do on the next model year of the Ioniq 5, its ADD A REAR WIPER

[@Digikidthevoiceofreason]

Sadly though Hyundai is still refusing to put a rear wiper on and still claiming that their rear spoiler design will clean the window for you, which has been debunked many many times now and is found to be false. Hopefully they will smarten the hell up soon.

[@bumbalaridesmtb4910]

We have the Executive Plus version (lower spec than this) and it's a cracking car! I especially love the Highway Driver Assist on long journeys. The only thing I'm complaining is no cubby spaces in the boot (trunk), I had to buy a storage box for that.

[@marcusbiller867]

You like the driver assistant?! You have very low expectations

[@bumbalaridesmtb4910]

@@marcusbiller867 I live in Ireland and in all motorways, I turn it on and never have to steer myself. I can pretty much sleep as long as one of my hands is on the steering wheel. Ours doesn't have lane changing ability, so I do it myself. It detects quite well if there are center lines and side lines. I never use it on country roads.

[@marijanb.7775]

@@bumbalaridesmtb4910 If you could please leave a comment how much range you lose when you put a storage box on the rood. It would be greatly appreciated, thanks!

[@tolgaakyay]

@@marijanb.7775 I never used a roof box, so I can’t really say 😊

[@AlexTheGuy]

@@marcusbiller867 In europe it works pretty nice. I have the uniq version and it does lane changes by just using the blinker and detects all the speed limits here in germany. It works for both country roads and highway and is a big help especially in traffic jams.

[@Qarnifex]

My limited lucid blue arrived on April 2, two weeks early and I’ve put 600 miles on it. Easily the funnest and best car I’ve purchased and that’s coming from someone who just got rid of a 2021 tlx to buy it. I absolutely love my car.

[@cryzz0n]

One thing I’d like to point out, vented seats means that just fans put ambient air thru it, ac/cooled seats means exactly that, cooler ac air goes thru them. Great car either way!

[@Mobius_Pizza]

Hmm most car makers advertise vented seat as ac cooled seat... I have never heard of a car with vented seat that only blows ambient air...

[@gottalovethetube]

Some points: 1. Bezels dont look big with black vinyl around the screens 2. Cold weather charging is greatly improved with preconditioning(We got it in our country and I bet you will too) 3. For entertainment and video content on screens just buy a multimediabox for the AA port

[@Digikidthevoiceofreason]

Finally a LOCAL CANADIAN REVIEW. So sick and tired of UK and American Ioniq 5 reviews. You live in Toronto…only an hour and a half from me. This and all your other Ioniq 5 videos are quite excellent. Thank you! It was a pleasure to watch them. I would love to trade in my 21 BoltEV for this car but the wait times are ridiculous at best.

[@DariuszTech]

One of my favourite EV's

[@MarkSpurrell]

Me too!

[@fastestrunner1322]

Use the rear defroster to eliminate the snow which should prevent dirt buildup on the rear window

[@anxiousappliance]

and then there's just dust, mud, and road salt.

[@gumerzambrano]

Holy cow this was an amazing review! You're incredible well spoken and articulate. Luckily all the cold complaints don't affect those of us in Southern California and can be just fine with the RWD 🙌🏼

[@MarkSpurrell]

Thank you!

[@sqlevolicious]

Yup, planning on selling my model 3 here in a few months as soon as I have enough money to buy the Ioniq5. Literally cannot wait, the hype around this car still doesn't meet how awesome this car is. Best EV on the road right now!

[@sebastianorye2702]

Really? Do you find the features and price appealing compared to a tesla Model Y or 3? Looks, i totally agree, it looks cool and i can see why people like it better for that. But apart from that, it just looks like an overall good car- Not better than tesla in pretty much any category. May be overlooking something crucial though.

[@kevinforget549]

very honest review on the pros and cons of this vehicle. also interesting to see there's already a crack in the front bumper lol

[@MarkSpurrell]

Wasn't me! Must have happened before the car was loaned to me.

[@ireksk]

I have placed an order for both EV6 and Ioniq 5 (which ever one comes first I cancel the other one kind of deal). Wish you had an EV6 to review as well! Great video.

[@shaunmckenna1923]

Great review I have also ordered a Long Range AWD Ultimate should see it in Dec with luck. I have read that the 2023 can also be ordered with the 2nd rear facing camera which plays back into the interior mirror so that is Hyundai's answer to the lack of the rear wiper, I would also think there is already some software that could be used as the cars in the UK already have a rear facing camera that stays on while driving forward. We in Canada can only hope .

[@justinrowe7869]

I’ve put 40000 km on mine over the last year - the preferred AWD, and it’s awesome

[@hermanwooster8944]

Very interesting! I am curious about the upcoming Equinox EV since it's supposed to be only $30,000USD ($35,000 Canadian) once released, although I suspect the price will "climb" before production.

[@jsuperman7672]

I have an Ioniq Blue 2018, I found last year at the dealership, it was a lease someone had, very low miles. I was looking at a Toyota Prius Prime, at the time, and during my research I found that the Ioniq is the competition for the Prime. and the Ioniq was 10k cheaper. My Ioniq is front wheel drive, and I have the option to take the traction control off, to make it one wheel drive. I'm in Iowa so we have 4 seasons, and get our share of cold and snow. Just loke the 5 your testing, the milage in the winter is less, A coworker has a prime and even he says he gets less in the winter, and he says wait for the warmer months you will get better. On a high wind day I get about 44 mpg, on a calm day I get about 50 to 55, mpg. If the wind is at my back and pushing me I get 63 mpg. My gas tank is just under 12 gallons, In a 3 hour drive on the interstate at 72 mph, I will use about 4 gallons of gas, thats non ethonal. If these manufacturers are wanting people to buy electric, maybe lower the price. I did see the Ioniq 5 is about 40k here in Iowa. and going up from there. A loaded Prime I can get for 34k. When will these cars get 4 to5 hundred mile range .

[@sunkistv]

such an underrated channel. you deserve 1m subscriber

[@Jonahcp]

My first job required me me to drive a small van, which had no rear window at all. You got by with just the wing mirrors. Even today ~30 years later I reverse with just my wing mirrors and the rear camera.

[@chubbyjohnson5480]

Mark, you do a great job

[@eddieyutub]

Love watching your review straight to the point. Now I have to turn my head from Kia EV6 to the ionic 5. I like the fact to open sunroof can be closed. Something I hate from Tesla.

[@nitemanify]

I really like this and would love to embrace EVs. I like this more than the model3 or the polestar. This would be perfect if we were a family of four…I really can’t wait for companies to make an affordable and appealing option that could actually fit a family of 5.

[@masonkanterbury3007]

Well it's nice to hear from a person who has a gigantic vehicle and actually needs it. Everyday I see a thousand giant pickup trucks with only a driver. And you can be guaranteed they would not be one to ride on the jeeping trails.

[@nitemanify]

@@masonkanterbury3007 I wouldn’t say I have a gigantic vehicle, I currently have a Honda Pilot which is about as small as I can currently go given the family if 5 with some of them being kids in car seats. I miss the days when a civic was sufficient. But I agree, a ton of huge vehicles driving around hauling nothing but the owner’s ego.

[@Techtastic1337]

I'm a rare commenter! But I love your review, usually I get bored by some reviews as I'm very techie and knowledgable but your review is extremely thorough, informative and you keep it really interesting.. certainly one of my favorite reviews I have ever watched on youtube ever. Keep it up!

[@obidean3964]

Congrats man on your new Ioniq 5 purchase, hopefully you'll make video about it when it finally arrives. I couldn't agree more with you, despite all the hot rivalry in this particular EV segment, Ioniq 5 is easily the coolest and one of the best in its class. While it's not perfect, it's the best EV from mass manufacturer car brand to fight against the Tesla imo. Also you're officially cooler than your peers since you're not another typical tech KZbinr who drives a Tesla 😆😁

[@manu4ever249]

This is a pretty good car with incentive and if no dealership markup. I checked it out this past weekend and the dealership marks it up 7k-10k, which made it a lot less appealing. I think for people who already own a Model Y. This car is a good secondary car for commute and local short trip, only if u can get the 7500 credit and no dealer markup. Otherwise, just pay a bit more for a Model Y or get Hybrid suv like Rav4 prime.

[@SvikDK]

Great review, you had the facts correct. I had my ultima since october last year, and I do love the car. 2 things I would mention. Peoble that order the car now, can get it with a camera in the antenna, and use the image in the rear mirror. That should solve the lack of rear wiper. And I bought an Apple Pie Android box, that means I have all the entertainment in the screen I could wish for. Much more than Tesla, since all apps in Google store is an option :)

[@marcusbiller867]

You can have a 200$ display in a Tesla too. But the stock UI is better and has most if not anything you need including full blown browser and Spotify, Podcasts, KZbin etc.

[@tanpgameboy]

You really made me want this car, I feel like it’s just enough tech without over kill, i dont like the missing wireless charger or usbc but the outlet is a good enough trade off, the missing rear window wiper could be pain

[@joeracila9890]

I think it's all going in the right direction. Just worried what will they give me for my 2020 Honda CR-V touring model. Less then 14 thousand miles. Hmmm

[@t1328]

Excellent review. I have the exact car you test drove. The good news is that in summer, it’s range is generally better than advertised, even with mostly highway driving.

[@cheek1_breek1]

I love watching car reviews, but most of them consists of speaking about how the exterior sucks (everybody can decide if they like the looks or not), but they only talk about the drivability of the vehicle in a nutshell, which is the whole point. But not you! If I have to guess, this is the best, the most comprehensive and the most demanding car review I've ever seen. Thank you so much for it!

[@scubafrost2007]

Great review. I liked the EV6 a lot better and was able to get a GT-line in matte grey at MSRP -$500. The car has been amazing and bullet proof and have already over 18k and have been from CT to Memphis TN and Florida. I had the limited Ioniq 5 on order and when it came in did not love it as much as the ev6 thus bought that instead.

[@AussieBoyInDenver]

Great review. I would also say for my friends up north, that the best feature about charging overnight, is that if you commute regularly, you can set your car up to be charged AND nice and warm and ready to go, every morning.

[@wawaldekidsfun4850]

Thanks for the review, we only have Ioniq 5 with affordable price in Indonesia since Hyundai build the factory here. Tesla is far too expensive and no dealership only importer.

[@kaliberimaging5579]

Most of Hyundai's driving assist is from the camera at the mirror. Keeping the windshield clear should keep it working just fine....with the proviso that the road is clear enough that the lane markings are usually visible. Keep the washer full of defrosting fluid in the winter.

[@CaptainCandycorn]

I've never been an electric car guy, but this car is very heavily making me consider selling my 2019 GTI. I commute to school so going electric would save a ton in fuel.

[@michalandrejmolnar3715]

Dont forget to charge at home and install a wallbox that way you have the cheapest charging, also great with solar panels

[@jpkatz1435]

M. S., you are a terrific presenter. You understand you are doing a news cast, not a comedy show, or a mocumentry, not , I'm top dog. Well done.

[@gymwood6327]

Same experiences here, very accurate review. We have an RWD 220HP 77kWh on the 20 inch alloys. I do about 40 miles of highway driving every day and in winter (around 0 to 5 degrees C here) I got around 310-320km of range and now in spring with temperatures around 15 C it's getting up to 350km. The highway driving assist is very good, but it can be very dangerous too for example when you take a swoopy exit and it lets go mid-corner and fires you straight at the barrier rails without warning. But overall it's just such a practical car, so much space for our kid in the back, large trunk, very comfy, accelerates fast if you need it to, corners nicely... And it looks great!

[@troybooker3534]

You O.S. guys are very fortunate to have a wide variety of EV's to test drive & ultimately purchase. For us here in Australia, there's an Approx 12 month wait on Tesla 3. Polestar 2, maybe Nov. With all the positive reviews of Hyundai's Ioniq 5 & Kia's equivalent I'd hate to think the wait time. Can't even test drive one!

[@TonInter]

Great video, and congrats on the preorder! The car sounds pretty good, especially at the price it's being offered.

[@kakarotsv50]

Best review I’ve seen on the ionic5 till date. Thank you.

[@Josueeeeeeeeeee3]

thanks mark for the video you are the best

[@muratgencher3492]

Thanks for the review. How is the sound insulation in the car? Do you hear noise from wheels or wind?

[@andy1243ify]

Very good overall review

[@markbriggs5531]

Excellent well balanced review. I'm looking forward to getting one in around 6 years time when the second hand prices have come down to my modest level. Hello from the UK.

[@tonynick1]

I'd have to say, for me at least, the lack of a rear wiper is a deal breaker. Sincerely. It honestly amazes me it doesn't have one. It seems like a safety issue, in my opinion. I was digging this car until that was mentioned.

[@adriano1633]

It's really not as bad as it sounds. I drove with my Renault for years without one, and first I thought "WTF??" but cars without wiper usually have an angle of the rear window that prevents rain/snow from actually falling on it while you drive. If you stop, yes, but again, I really never missed it.

[@borktheorc]

@@adriano1633 My used busted ass Sequoia had one for the first year I drove it. Stopped working and I was bummed for less than a minute. It's not a huge deal. Just coat the window in rain-x. I'm too lazy to look into how to repair it lol

[@HelloBrother22]

Just got here from the recently released mkbhd video to find you reviewed it 4 months ago in a far more thorough manner! great vid

[@T1Tsplozn]

Great review, I am strongly considering this EV. One question I have is, what was your overall average cost per charge in Canada?

[@MarkSpurrell]

Between $10 and $15!

[@ichee1970]

The one reason for the USB-A ports is that if you have an older device which is not a C-C cable configuration, then it's more flexible (like the Samsung 10+, etc. which I'm still using along with the 22). Same if you have a tablet which uses a micro-A type of plug config. It would have been nice to have at least one or two C-C type config in the front console, though.

[@twospirits411]

I plan on getting a few of those tiny Usb A to USB C adapters that you find online and that don't take that much space.

[@jessielin4937]

Thanks for detailed review. Love the VR display. Sad that it doesn't come with Android Auto.

[@michaelparry1383]

The review was well done and with quality. Over the past ten years Hyundia and Kia has decreased in quality as fast as their cars have increased in style and tec gadgets. I have owned a 2009 Hyundai Sonata - great car and very good quality. style was OK for the cars of its class. I traded for a 2011 Hyundai Elantra - better milage (gas was approaching $4.00 a gallon) and the style was fantastic. The quality of this was not as well as the 2009, but it was not the Sonata class. We moved to a 2015 Kia Sportage because of the experience of value with the two previous Hyundai cars. At first this seemed a good car, bur just as we reached 30,000 miles we took it in for an engine management software update as suggested by the Kia conpany. Well our 2015 was the one that had one of those bad engine. After three months waiting for an exchange and finding out our replacement was not to arrive for another three months. The dealership purchased our car because it was in great shape, low mileage, and just waiting for a new motor. This was in 2018. We have found out that many of the replacement engines were also bad. Also Hyundia/Kia has had many fire problems - the recalls go on. So how will the new IONIQ 5 EV work for Hyundai? If they have not turned their quality around, the experience will not be great. If you want a new Hyundai, good luck.

[@didierleclerc66]

Tested both Ioniq 5 and EV6 the same day on the same route that I do everyday with a Kona EV. EV6 won hands down. Main gripes with the Ioniq 5 : construction quality (many noises in the cabin) and front suspension, especially on speed bumps. I also expect a better efficiency from the EV6 because it's 10cm/4 inches lower.

[@Sal-uy6cq]

EV6 is ugly compared to the Ioniq 5.

[@sebastianorye2702]

Why no comparison to the Tesla Model Y? After all, it's better in pretty much every category, and is now the worlds best selling car. (I am aware this was written a year ago)

[@tubejorrit]

@@sebastianorye2702 Model Y is maybe more efficient, but a car also has to look good for me. The Ioniq 5 looks way better than the model Y (in my opinion). The Ioniq 5 gives me the same feeling a modern Mini Cooper S in a funky color gives me, playful and something that stands out instead. The Model 3 and Y I see on every street corner in black or white. Also the lack of HUD and driver display in the Tesla are one of the reasons I will never buy one.

[@sebastianorye2702]

​@@tubejorrit Yes, the Model 3 & Y are a standard sighting on the road nowadays. If a unique car, better looking to many, is what you'd like and prioritise, Ioniq 5 is a great choice. That being said, on pretty much every other front the Model Y wins by far. Efficiency, Range, Performance, Price, Safety, Software, Hardware, Future Proof, Tesla Ecosystem, and more. While there is no HUD, thats one of the only things they are lacking relative to the Ioniq. That being said, while from a purely numerical standpoint, Tesla Model Y dominates, the Ioniq really is a great alternative if you want a "Mini Cooper S" style car. Unique, Fun, Playfull but not economic. Id still give the Model Y a test drive though. After all, its so widely loved.

[@sandrahildebrand4475]

Finally a reasonable review, many thanks from Germany. Two questions afterwards: what about the heating in this car on longer journeys? And can Night Mode be switched on permanently?

[@AuthenTech]

Wow, this review and car was a pleasant surprise! Fantastic work

[@MarkSpurrell]

Thanks Ben!

[@techpappee]

I'm not surprised it stays flat around corners. The entire bottom is full of batteries, the extra weight as well 😁. They're built ontop of a battery pack.

[@aatheus]

Glad you had an overall good experience! I have been very happy with my SE AWD trim Ioniq 5. Agree on the frustration re: the cameras and rear wiper in bad weather... generally not a problem, but when it is, it is annoying. Still the best vehicle, EV or otherwise, that I have ever owned.

[@rzu7120]

Some EV manufacturers have made their cars predominantly of aluminum to reduce weight and increase efficiency. The added benefit is corrosion resistance. What are the Ionic 5's body panels made of? In an area where road salt is used, is this a concern of yours, or don't you keep your cars long enough for them to rust?

[@SteltekOne]

Referring to the lack of rear window wiper: Does it have defrosting? It won't help much against dirt, but it should keep snow off.

[@teddybear-g4k]

Yes, it has.

[@Demobot1]

I test drove a Ioniq 5 in Edmonton and 15 mins in I couldn't see out the back window. I can't believe Hyundai and Kia omitted a rear wiper. To me it's a real safety issue in snowy environments. Especially if where you live puts sand on the road during the winter.

[@shinukage8573]

@@Demobot1 you have a 360 camera , review camera and sensors why is having a wiper so important FYI tesla has no rear wiper and most cars have bad blind spots when trying to look out the back window

[@Demobot1]

@@shinukage8573 Call it a comfort thing. When I look out my rear view mirror I expect to see out of it. I don't intend to use a 360 camera when I am doing 60km in the middle of winter. Not to mention it's cheaper than a digital rear view screen.

[@EnmandsBand1]

great review, I am wavering wildly between Ioniq 5, Kia Niro EV and Renault Megane E-Tech. They all seem to fit my needs perfectly (efficient-ish, hatchback, trailer able and not ugly!)

[@TERRMINE]

For me every port being USB A is a plus for now (as long as they supply good current) I have thousands of usb A cables and if I forget one I can buy it at a gas station or my passenger might have it. I have never seen anyone having a USB C-C or C-Micro cable.

[@gooble69]

"For me every port being USB A is a plus for now " I haven't used USB-A in years. I get that some people still have old stuff, but once you caught up you don't want to be forced back to old and outdated kit, and that is exactly what Hyundai are doing to their customers. For people like me who are already all USB-C, this is really backwards. It is exactly the same problem auto manufacturers have always suffered when they still offered cassette decks when CDs were mainstream, and CD player when everyone had MP3. Always 10 years behind the times...

[@TERRMINE]

@@gooble69 like I said, for me it's good, nobody uses USB c to c cables. Maybe one USB c port would be better for future proofing, but for now it's not necessary.

[@gooble69]

@@TERRMINE "nobody uses USB c to c cables" By 'nobody' you mean you? I know plenty of people that do and it's getting more common by the day. Imagine commenting on a high tech subject, arguing that last gen tech is better. How's your cassette player working out?

[@TERRMINE]

@@gooble69 by nobody I mean out of the 50 or so people I spend time with not a single one uses it.

[@wavey912]

Solid feedback, I'm really considering this SUV it hits all requirements on my checklist tech, price and space. Thank you for the detail review.

[@deyan_yosifov]

Great review and really nice car! I have seen it several times live and can confirm that it looks much better and bigger compared to the photos/videos. Just wanted to add one note regarding the lack of entertainment features on the car displays. Android Auto has a "Game Snack" icon that allows you to play several nice games while the car is stopped (I personally like the puzzle type games). I have never installed this on my phone and was able to find it one day in my car, so I suppose it is a built-in app for Andoid Auto. Not sure if there is similar thing for Apple CarPlay.

[@terjewadahl9173]

Getting ours on this Friday - really looking forward to it. First test will be from our home in Norway down to our new house in Belgium. Love EVs!

[@ChrisWhittenMusic]

I’ve had mine for 6 months and love it. Like most online reviewers you are talking about the absolute top of the line i5, which has many features most buyers won’t be getting. My second level i5 doesn’t have most of the cameras and seat functions you love. The rear wiper isn’t just a problem when parking. Driving on rain soaked dusty/dirty roads the rear screen becomes opaque within minutes. I’m not really happy guessing what the vague shapes on the road behind me are in a car at this elevated price bracket. If you live in a drier climate - yeah, it’s not really a problem.

[@mariusjs5661]

Do you not have normal sidemirrors or what?

[@ChrisWhittenMusic]

@@mariusjs5661 Why do car makers always include an interior rear view mirror?

[@MariusJS]

@@ChrisWhittenMusic Because it is required by law even in vehicles where you can not see out back? 😂

[@ChrisWhittenMusic]

@@MariusJS The i5 HAS a rear window.

[@NailsbyAmbie]

Hi can I ask you how much you paid for yours?

[@yomyomcam]

What a great review! This sort of vehicles is not available in my country, yet, but I would definitely get one, I loved it.

[@jaredb9281]

great review. we're thinking of moving on from our outlander phev, so are looking at what's out there. Im still a bit on the fence about the angles and creases in the body work, but otherwise, it seems pretty impressive for the price. Great to see a review in Canada, as living in Finland, we get similar weather extremes. Test drives here we come! ID4, EV6 and this Ioniq seem very similarly specced, so can't wait to compare them. Cheers!

[@pjkakuris]

I have a limited and I love it! Did you have any issues with the climate control while charging? Mine will blow ambient temperature air, but the heat or A/C will never kick on until the charging plug is disconnected.

[@namanverdu]

There is a state of charge indicator at the front of the car too. It's located in the exact middle of the led bar. The small black vertical bar. Although I never seen it work on my Ioniq 5, it should indicate how much the car is charged, just like on the charge port.

[@itfilmir]

بعزنت

[@WhuppusDingus]

If it hasn’t been pointed out already, some cars have defective battery control systems called the iccu. It happened to mine and it rendered the car undriveable for the past 2 months.

[@SuperMistland]

I would say everything that's good about the Ionic 5 is also good about the EV6. And a few of the gripes people have with the EV6 are easily fixed by changing a few software settings. But personally, I prefer the styling and handling of the EV6, so I give it the edge. BUT you really can't go wrong with either, they are both excellent cars.

[@KaiPonte]

Just tried the EV6. Too small. My head hits the headliner, even with the seat down. I'm going to try this.

[@damagecontrol7]

@@KaiPonte How tall are you, for reference?

[@KaiPonte]

@@damagecontrol7 I’m not that tall. Only 6’4” with 38” inseam. Kinda normal. I did try and very much liked the Ioniq 5. However, I chose a ‘22 Mustang Mach-e instead because I have had bad experiences with Kia/Hyundai quality.

[@jongrand]

@@KaiPonte6’4” IS TALL!😂 You’re in the 99 percentile

[@KaiPonte]

@@jongrand meh, my kids are the same height. I’m normal height.

[@video99couk]

15:09 A lack of rear wiper is a show stopper. Such a shame. Hopefully an error they will fix in a future version.

[@RashidRaja]

UK owner here - have the smaller battery but its a really nice car - comfy and drives so damn well - some niggles but honestly really like it.

[@khazm2k]

I have a 2018 Kia Soul EV (AVG180km) and I think the Sweet spot is having a constant 200KM range (more is better obviously) but for me... getting older... I need to stop and relieve myself and the average of 200KM is perfect as your battery is never fully empty and you're in the 20-80% zone where charging speeds are at it's max. So if in Winter you have 300KM range that's perfect! The infrastructure might not be fast but at least there is one and the consistency between the station is the same, you know you'll have to wait, because most don't have enough charging stations and in my case I always get peak performance for my car. I've switched to EV last year and I'm never looking back. Having spent around 300$ in 12 months at public stations on road trips is a joke for when I see people putting 180$ of gas for 500km!!!

[@noahwhalen3398]

Glad to see electric cars making progress! The ioniq does look like a sick ride. Price point is still an issue, but they'll eventually get there.

[@Minionbro360]

Actually, the price is pretty good for what you get. But it is really questionable when buying from dealerships and their markups.

[@jagen304]

im REALLY having problem with filling gas nowdays, im glad ive watched this video. i thing i found my solution.

[@stevefjordan]

Great review. Would love to see a similar video down the road of you doing the same trip only here on the island (NL) Curious to see how our charging stations compare to those on the mainland and availability. That is of course a dealer can lend you an EV. Again great video Mark, 😊

[@reek852]

I have the RWD SEL, there is an auto mode for regen braking. Which gives me the best efficiency. Minus (-) regen paddle to zero then hold it for auto.

[@itztechshowcase]

well done review. That car is amazing!

[@1tojoin]

About the bezel around the screen, i agree with you 100%. Software is not so quick as well.

[@TheProjectOverload]

Great review and I just put a deposit down on RWD LR model. Like the nerdy fact that four dots in morse code is the letter H!

[@ebonym2181]

I’ve put a deposit on one in Australia. We only have one model option with either 2wd or awd. They are released in batches on the Hyundai website and you have to register interest and wait for notice of the next chance to order and hope you get a deposit on one, but once you get it it’s delivered pretty fast