Should you buy one?

There’s so much to recommend the Hyundai Ioniq 5 for, and very little to criticise, but its biggest problem is that the Kia EV6 does everything just a little bit better. That’s not to say you should dismiss this car – it’s close enough to its Korean sister car to still be worth a very close look.

People use the term game-changer a lot these days, but it genuinely feels to be apt here – more for Hyundai than for the electric car market, though.

Whether it’s the simple and friendly interior, the suspension set-up that allows for some driving entertainment, the very usable range, the abilities for ultra-fast charging or the practicality, the Ioniq 5 is certainly a car we’re inclined to recommend you look at if you’re in the market for a family-friendly EV. It’s a genuine challenger.

What we like

It’s hard not to be drawn in by the Ioniq 5’s dramatic styling, and harder still not to be impressed by its roomy, airy, high-quality cabin. The icing on the cake is that it’s also really good to drive, and has very good electric performance, with exceptional charging speeds. It’s an accomplished all-rounder.

What we don’t like

The little ergonomic snafus with the instrument panel are annoying, as is the fact that the maximum range tops out just below that of key rivals (although that’s compensated for by the fast-charging ability). The Ioniq 5’s sheer size also means it’s feels bulky on narrow roads.

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