The electric vehicle market is growing fast, but few new models have managed to capture attention like this one. With its bold design, cutting-edge tech, and thrilling performance, this electric Hyundai is shaping up to be one of the most exciting EVs of 2025.

Built on a dedicated EV platform, it offers ultra-fast charging, a spacious and futuristic cabin, and smooth, instant torque that makes every drive feel effortless. Its head-turning styling isn’t just for show, it hides a highly advanced interior loaded with intuitive features and next-gen driver aids.

Whether you’re an EV enthusiast or just curious about making the switch, this model delivers an experience that feels genuinely fresh and fun. It’s practical, forward-thinking, and surprisingly fun to drive, the kind of electric vehicle that pushes the segment forward. Here’s why it stands out as one of the year’s most compelling new EVs.

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Hyundai Offers Exceptional Value For Money With The 2025 Ioniq 5

Back in 2022, Hyundai debuted the Ioniq 5 compact SUV, and it hasn’t stopped impressing us since. Its retro styling, long list of standard features, and exciting driving dynamics are what truly captured our hearts. It sets a clear mission and achieves it without really falling short in any area.

2025 Trims and Pricing

The Ioniq 5 may not be the most affordable compact EV, but it definitely delivers the best bang for your buck. From interior comfort and technology to performance, the Ioniq 5 is exceptional for the price you pay. It is quick, fun to drive, features impressive range figures, and charges exceptionally quickly. It also qualifies for a tax credit.

Of the handful of trims on offer, we’d go with the SEL. It balances features and price better than other trims. It comes standard with some really desirable features, including a heated steering wheel, front and rear parking sensors, a power-operated liftgate, and adaptive cruise control. The rear-wheel drive model also delivers the best range of any Ioniq 5.

Changes For 2025

While the Ioniq 5 might look unchanged for the 2025 model year, Hyundai has put a lot of work into their compact EV. The most obvious improvement comes in the form of the battery packs on offer, with the larger option getting a meaningful bump in capacity. This should improve maximum range by quite a bit. It also gets a NACS charging port standard, with every model coming with a CCS adapter.

The XRT trim joins the lineup this year as well, which delivers a more rugged appearance. The interior has also seen some updates, with a new set of buttons being added to give you direct access to some key features. The wireless smartphone charging pad has also been moved. Finally, the infotainment system has been updated and some new driver assists have been added to the lineup.

Warranties and Maintenance

• Limited Warranty – Five Years or 60,000 Miles
• Powertrain Warranty – Ten Years or 100,000 Miles
• Battery Warranty – Ten Years or 100,000 Miles
• Complimentary Maintenance – Three years or 36,000 Miles

Hyundai absolutely kills it when it comes to after-sales support. Their powertrain and battery warranties are industry-leading. Bumper-to-bumper coverage offered is also well above the average for this segment. Most impressive, though, is that Hyundai gives you three years of maintenance on the house, something that very few automakers can match.

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The 2025 Ioniq 5 Is Fun to Drive and Delivers Tons of Range

Front 3/4 shot of a 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 using a Tesla Supercharger

The resistance to electric vehicles in the last year or two has been pretty strong and one of the biggest criticisms laid against them is that they’re just a bit dull. We think that Hyundai’s little Ioniq 5 breaks free of this criticism in every way. Beyond its practicality, its just an enjoyable little car.

Performance Specifications

Hyundai offers their electric setup in multiple levels of performance. The base SE Standard Range is the least powerful, with a single electric motor and rear-wheel drive only. Every other model can either be had with rear-wheel drive and a single motor or a potent all-wheel drive setup with an additional motor.

The Ioniq 5’s ride quality is pretty exceptional for the price you pay, absorbing bumps in the road with ease. Its wide stance and low center of gravity means that it also feels pretty agile. The balance between athleticism and comfort is well executed. XRT models, however, come with a spongier suspension to help it better tackle uneven terrain.

Efficiency, Range, and Battery

Hyundai has revised the battery packs for the 2025 model year. The SE Standard Range keeps its 63 kWh pack while every other model now gets a 84 kWh pack. Previously, the larger pack was 77.4 kWh, so the new model gets a reasonable bump to total range. Rear-wheel drive models with the upgraded pack offer the longest range.

Hyundai makes some grand claims when it comes to charging times for the Ioniq 5. The Korean brand says that you can go from 10 to 80 percent battery in as little as 20 minutes when plugged in to a DC fast charger with the supplied CCS adapter. They claim that five minutes of charging adds 68 miles of range.

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A Clean and Classy Tech-Laden Cabin Awaits You in the Ioniq 5

Interior shot of the steering wheel in a 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5

Hyundai does a pretty good job of balancing old-school and new-school technology, which is obvious in the cabin of the Ioniq 5. While they include some pretty impressive screens and high-end features, Hyundai also makes sure that there are plenty of physical buttons and dials for key functions.

Interior Dimensions and Comfort

Despite its looks, the Ioniq 5 actually has a longer wheelbase than Hyundai’s three-row Palisade. This means that there is a ton of room in the front and back for passengers to stretch their legs. It also means that the trunk is bigger than you’d expect, with up to 58.5 cubic feet of space when you fold the rear seats down.

Comfort is the name of the game in the Ioniq 5, with Hyundai adding a ton of thoughtful features. An example of this is that the front seats recline and come with fold-out footrests so that you can kick back while your car charges. Features like heated and ventilated seats, ambient mood lighting, and dual-zone climate control are all on offer as well.

Infotainment and Technology

Hyundai says that their Ioniq cars are all about connected living, thus, the Ioniq 5 comes loaded with connectivity features and impressive screens. A 12.3-inch infotainment screen shares a single bezel with the 12.3-inch gauge display in all models, creating a simplistic digital dashboard. Wireless connectivity is also now offered for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Alongside the screens, Hyundai has included a number of physical buttons which act as shortcuts, which we can certainly appreciate. Additional USB-C ports have also been added alongside the available wireless smartphone charging pad. Hyundai’s Hyundai Digital Key 2 system has also been introduced for this model year.