2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs Ioniq 6

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2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs Ioniq 6

The 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is a clever electric SUV. Newer, the Hyundai Ioniq 6 has emerged as an electric car to beat. What are the pros and cons of these two electric vehicles?

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6 Questions and Answers about the Ioniq 6 to the Ioniq 5

The 2023 Ioniq 5 is, without a doubt, a favorite among electric crossovers. It made the Car and Driver 10Best list and is an Editor’s Choice with a 10 out of 10 rating. Plus, this Hyundai electric crossover is the Motor Trend 2023 SUV of the Year.

Meanwhile, the 2023 Ioniq 6 won the 2023 triple crown like the Ioniq 5 did in 2022. This includes World Car of the Year, World Electric Vehicle, and World Car Design of the Year. In this head-to-head comparison, we’ll look at what sets these two apart.

What’s the Style?

When it comes to the Ioniq 6, Car and Driver praises the “statement making exterior design”. Comparing the two Ioniq electric vehicles, you’ll see the Ioniq 5 is taller and boxier, just as you’d expect from a crossover.

The Ioniq 6 is clearly a sedan with an aerodynamic shape. In fact, it achieves a .21 drag coefficient. To give passengers the maximum space, the sedan’s wheelbase is longer than normal. This adds to its unusual profile.

On both EVs, favorite exterior touches include the door handles that automatically appear when you need them, but otherwise remain flush to the car. A low-profile tail and an elliptical wing-inspired rear spoiler make the Ioniq 6 even more distinctive.
Is the Ioniq 5 or 6 Bigger?

Since the 5 is an electric crossover, you’d expect it to have the most passenger space, and it does have about 5 cubic feet more. However, the Ioniq 6 was designed from the ground up, allowing the sedan designers to squeeze out every inch of space. With 103 cubic feet and a totally flat floor, it’s one of the biggest midsize sedan cabins available.

In fact, front row passengers have the most headroom in the Ioniq 6 when it isn’t equipped with a moonroof. They also have the most front row legroom in the Ioniq 6. However, the Ioniq is sized for tall adults so it is a matter of preference rather than necessity between these two.

Drivers may prefer the seat in the taller Ioniq 5. This SUV has 6.1 inches of ground clearance whereas the Ioniq 6 sits lower with 5.6 inches of clearance.

The Ioniq 5 has more room for passengers on the rear seats, but the two are very close when it comes to headroom. With over 34 inches of rear legroom, the Ioniq 6 is definitely a competitive midsize sedan. The crossover Ioniq 5 has more than 38 inches for second row passengers.

Both electric Hyundais have rear air conditioning vents and USB ports for your second-row friends or family. As an SUV, the Ioniq 5 also has standard reclining seats and available window shades, adding more levels of comfort for the back row occupants.
What is the Ioniq Price?

Compared to the Tesla Model 3, the Ioniq 6 keeps costs down while offering a more refined interior. Luxurious aspects help repay the buyer for the extra cost of the electric powertrain. Looking at a Mercedes EQE, you could easily pay $35,000 more. Likewise, a BMWi4 will require an additional $10,000 investment.

Ioniq 6 SE prices start around $41,000 for the standard range as does the Ioniq 5 price. Prices for the SE long range battery for both models starts around $45,500. You’ll find variety in horsepower, driving range, and trim levels. Availability will affect prices.

You could choose the Volkswagen id.4 or something similar, but you wouldn’t have the perks that come with Hyundai ownership. These include the longest warranties in the business. Plus owners enjoy maintenance coverage for up to three years. Helping maintain your vehicle, this means timely tire rotations at no cost.

How do Batteries and Charging Compare?

The two electric Hyundais are built with an 800-volt architecture. This allows for super-fast charging. Both the Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 6 need only 18 minutes on a DC fast charger to achieve a roadworthy charge. It moves the needle from ten percent to 80 percent.

This ultra-fast charger is unique in the affordable car marketplace. Usually this capacity has been limited to a handful of luxury electric vehicles. Ioniq is making it possible for Hyundai buyers to enjoy this cutting-edge capability.

If you want to see what driving one of these electric vehicles is like, you need to head to Hyundai of North Scottsdale. We are proud to be your Earnhardt Ioniq dealer, offering competitive financing offers.
What is the Driving Range of these Ioniq Electric Cars?

The 2023 Ioniq 6 has single-motor and dual-motor setups. The rear-wheel drive models can claim either an electric range of 240 miles or 361 miles. Power output is 149 horsepower with a single electric motor, 225 with a long range battery pack, and 320 with an AWD dual-motor edition and a bigger battery.

In comparison, the Ioniq 5 has a 168-horsepower motor with 220 miles of electric range. The Limited trims have a 320-horsepower unit with up to 266 miles of range. That’s a ten-mile increase over last year.

The single-motor long-range battery lets an 2023 Ioniq 5 driver go up to 303 miles while commanding 225 horsepower. Since the Ioniq 5 is an SUV, it can even tow. The rating is 2,300 pounds with the SEL model.

These two EVs have special drive modes to assist you. These include ones you’d expect including Eco, Comfort and Sport. However, even the RWD models have a snow mode, always helpful if there’s difficult weather affecting the roads.

How Luxurious Are Ioniq Models?

The SUV and sedan are known for their high quality materials that allow them to claim the necessary electric pricetag without blushing. Shoppers can choose from a rich synthetic leather known as H-Tex unless they prefer the stain-resistant cloth upholstery, a parent’s favorite.

To keep your air conditioning flowing in our hot summers, the interior comes equipped with dual automatic climate controls and second row vents. Solar front glass is standard on the windshield and front doors. Ventilated seats, a Phoenix favorite, are on the menu.

The cabin offers just the right glow with LED interior lighting. For fun and night-time comfort, there is a dual-color ambient lighting scheme. You can choose from 64 colors to light up the door trim with this speed-sensing system.

Of course, the driver has a power chair with available memory that can be paired with the passenger power chair. If you are concerned about cold weather, the Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 6 have heated front seats and an available heated steering wheel.

In addition to push button start, drivers have a proximity key. Even better, they can utilize the Hyundai Digital Key for keyless everything! The driver has ready access to two USB-C ports and 1 USB data port while the rear has two USB-C charging ports for their smart devices. can come equipped with ambient lighting and a wireless charger.

Limited models have a special driver’s seat with a relaxation function for use while the car is at a roadside charger. Ventilated seats, a Bose audio system, and a panoramic Vision roof add to the luxe atmosphere. The unique head-up display includes augmented reality functions.

Conclusion

No other automaker has a choice like the one you get with the 2023 Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 6. From excellent driving range to an amenity-rich cabin, these EVs earn their keep and spoil their owners.

Schedule a test drive to learn more at your North Scottsdale Ioniq dealer, Earnhardt Hyundai.