2022 Hyundai IONIQ 5

The 2022 Hyundai IONIQ 5 electric vehicle is available in three trims: SE, SEL, and Limited. Prices range from $44,895 (including destination) for the SE and range up to $51,845 for the Limited.

A lower-priced base model called the SE Standard Range version should arrive in the spring with just 168 horsepower and a reduced range of about 220 miles for the single motor configuration. More details will be available later, but Hyundai says pricing will start at $40,945.

As an electric vehicle, the IONIQ 5 doesn’t have an engine. Instead, it has up to two electric motors and a 77.4 kWh battery pack. Base models receive the single motor option as standard, but the dual motor configuration is available as a $3,900 option.

Tradeoffs exist between the single motor and dual motor options, notably in range and performance. Dual motors are much faster than the single motor, with a 0-60 mph time under five seconds according to Hyundai, but there is a significant range penalty associated with the increased performance. Single motors are about two seconds slower to 60 mph but will give you over 50 miles of extra range.

The IONIQ 5 has some impressive charging stats as well. It can operate on both 400-volt and 800-volt charging infrastructures, and it can charge the battery to 80% in just 18 minutes from an 800V. If you’re pressed for time, you can get about 68 miles of range in about five minutes from an 800V/350 kW charger. The onboard charger will fully charge in less than seven hours using a 240V outlet.

Finally, Hyundai is throwing in unlimited charging for two years at any of 700 Electrify America fast-charging stations across the country.

The IONIQ 5 is notable for just how much interior space they’ve managed to create by shoving the wheels as far as they can to each corner. While there’s only seating for five, the extra-long wheelbase means there is plenty of legroom available in both rows.

Cargo space is also optimized, with 27.2 cubic feet behind the second row, and up to 59.3 cubic feet with the second row folded down.

The IONIQ 5 has a large number of standard safety features, wrapped up in a package called Hyundai SmartSense. This package includes Highway Driving Assist 2, which can help steer and drive the car along highways, respond to other drivers and assist with lane changes. It isn’t self-driving in any real sense, but it is nice to have.

SmartSense also includes adaptive cruise control, forward collision avoidance, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, collision avoidance, driver attention monitoring, and automatic high beams.

Unfortunately, the IONIQ 5 hasn’t been crash-tested yet or rated by the IIHS or NHTSA.

In an electric car this futuristic you’d expect it to have connectivity in droves, and we’re happy to report that it does. Hyundai will offer over-the-air wireless updates for various software including maps and multimedia software. Additionally, the Hyundai Bluelink app will allow you to see the car’s current range, battery level, and charging times, as well as select charging schedules to maximize usage of off-peak electricity rates. The app also allows you to schedule the vehicle to pre-heat or pre-cool the interior before you need it and find charging locations and send it to the vehicle’s infotainment screen.

Speaking of screens, the IONIQ 5 features a large 12.3-inch touchscreen and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster that can be custom configured as needed. This infotainment system features navigation, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and voice recognition control of a variety of functions from climate control to opening the back hatch.

SE models come standard with stain-resistant cloth upholstery, an eight-way power driver seat, heated front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, brake regeneration paddle shifters, and USB ports. Additionally, SE models receive an acoustic front windshield and LED headlights with automatic high beams.

The only option for the SE is the Dual Motor, which adds $3,500 to the price. White is also considered a premium color for $400.

The SEL adds a few desirable features to the IONIQ 5, including leatherette seats, wireless device charging, auto up-down front windows, second-row HVAC vents, a heated steering wheel, and ambient interior lighting. Headlights are upgraded to projector-style lights, and the vehicle receives a hands-free tailgate and power-folding mirrors.

Like the SE, there are no options besides Dual-Motor configuration, but a new premium paint is available for $1,000 called Shooting Star (it’s grey).

The Limited Trim brings a lot to the table over the SEL. Included as standard are remote parking assist, a panoramic glass roof, a driver memory seat, a power-adjustable passenger seat, seat ventilation, adjustable head restraints, a Bose audio system, and a head-up display.

The Limited is also where you can find many of the party tricks that Hyundai is most proud of, including a sliding center console that lets you get in from either side of the vehicle easily, the Hyundai digital key, and a backseat Vehicle-to-Load functionality that allows you to power small appliances and devices.

Like all other trims, the only option is the Dual Motor configuration, but for some reason, it costs $3,900 in the Limited trim instead of $3,500.

Compare Ioniq 5 Trims Side-By-Side