Hyundai IONIQ 5
2025 USDM Reference • E-GMP Electric Crossover
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E-GMP Platform
Battery Electric Vehicle
RWD or AWD
63.0 kWh / 84.0 kWh Battery
NACS Charging Port
800V-Class Architecture
Overview
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is a battery-electric crossover built on Hyundai Motor Group’s E-GMP platform. For the 2025 U.S. model year, the IONIQ 5 received a significant refresh that included larger battery packs, a native NACS charging port, updated exterior and interior details, revised range figures, and the addition of the more rugged XRT trim.
Core Specifications
| Model | Hyundai IONIQ 5 |
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| Model Year | 2025 |
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| Market | USDM |
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| Vehicle Type | Battery-electric crossover / compact electric SUV |
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| Platform | Hyundai Motor Group E-GMP |
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| Body Style | 5-door crossover hatchback |
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| Layout | Rear-motor RWD or dual-motor AWD |
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| Charging Port | Native NACS port with CCS adapter support |
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| Battery Options | 63.0 kWh Standard Range; 84.0 kWh Long Range |
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| Highest EPA-Estimated Range | 318 miles for SE RWD with 84-kWh battery |
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Electric Powertrain
| Powertrain Type | Permanent-magnet electric motor system |
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| Standard Range Layout | Single-motor rear-wheel drive |
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| Long Range RWD Layout | Single rear motor with 84.0 kWh battery |
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| Long Range AWD Layout | Dual motors with front and rear drive units |
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| Maximum Output | Up to 320 hp and 446 lb-ft on dual-motor AWD models |
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| Battery Type | Lithium-ion |
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| Battery Capacity | 63.0 kWh or 84.0 kWh, depending on trim and configuration |
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| Drive Modes | Selectable EV drive modes vary by trim and drivetrain |
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| Regenerative Braking | Adjustable regenerative braking with one-pedal driving capability |
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Battery, Range & Charging
| Standard Range Battery | 63.0 kWh |
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| Long Range Battery | 84.0 kWh |
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| EPA-Estimated Range | 245–318 miles, depending on battery, drivetrain, trim, and wheel/tire configuration |
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| Fast-Charging Architecture | 800V-class E-GMP charging architecture |
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| DC Fast Charging | 10–80% in approximately 20 minutes under suitable high-power charging conditions |
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| Level 2 Charging | Standard 240V AC charging supported through the onboard charger |
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| Connector | NACS port for 2025 U.S.-market models |
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| Vehicle-to-Load | Available V2L functionality for powering external devices |
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EV range and charging speed vary with temperature, battery state of charge, charger capability, wheel and tire package, driving speed, terrain, HVAC use, and battery conditioning.
Model-Year Context
2022
- The IONIQ 5 launched in the U.S. as Hyundai’s first dedicated E-GMP electric model.
- Early U.S. models used a 77.4 kWh long-range battery and CCS fast-charging port.
2023–2024
- The IONIQ 5 continued as Hyundai’s core dedicated EV crossover.
- Range, equipment, and trim availability varied by model year and configuration.
2025
- The 2025 refresh brought larger 63.0 kWh and 84.0 kWh battery packs.
- U.S.-market models gained a native NACS charging port.
- The IONIQ 5 lineup expanded with the XRT trim, which added a raised suspension, all-terrain tires, and more rugged exterior treatment.
- Production moved to Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America in Georgia for U.S.-market models.
Trims & Configurations
| SE Standard Range | Entry configuration with 63.0 kWh battery and rear-wheel drive |
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| SE | Long Range configuration with expanded battery capacity and RWD or AWD availability |
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| SEL | Mid-level trim with additional comfort, convenience, and technology features |
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| Limited | Premium trim with the highest level of available comfort, technology, and driver-assistance equipment |
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| XRT | Adventure-oriented AWD model with raised ride height, 18-inch all-terrain tires, and model-specific exterior details |
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Factory Colors
Hyundai exterior color availability varies by trim, market, production timing, and dealer allocation. XRT-specific color and appearance combinations may differ from standard IONIQ 5 trims.
Dimensions & Chassis
| Wheelbase | 118.1 in |
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| Length | Approx. 182.5 in |
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| Width | Approx. 74.4 in |
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| Height | Approx. 63.0–64.8 in, depending on trim and configuration |
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| Seating | 5 passengers |
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| Suspension | Independent front and rear suspension |
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| Platform Layout | Dedicated EV skateboard-style platform with battery mounted low in the chassis |
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| Cargo Configuration | Rear hatch cargo area with folding rear seats |
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Wheels & Tires
| Standard Wheel Sizes | Wheel size varies by trim and equipment package |
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| XRT Tires | 235/60R18 all-terrain tires |
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| Wheel / Tire Effect | Range, ride quality, steering feel, and efficiency vary depending on wheel size, tire type, and drivetrain |
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| Configuration Note | Long Range RWD models generally prioritize range, while AWD models prioritize traction and acceleration. |
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Design & Engineering Notes
The IONIQ 5 combines retro-futuristic exterior design with a long-wheelbase EV platform, short overhangs, a flat cabin floor, and fast-charging capability. Its design significance comes from the way Hyundai used a dedicated EV platform to create proportions, interior space, and charging performance that would be difficult to achieve on a converted internal-combustion platform.
Why It Matters
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is one of the defining mainstream EVs of the early dedicated-platform era. It matters because it brought fast 800V-class charging, distinctive design, usable range, strong AWD performance, and practical crossover packaging into a relatively accessible production vehicle.
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