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To help members understand the latest automotive technology so they can purchase vehicles that best suit their needs, the Automobile Club of Southern California's Automotive Research Center (ARC) began testing and reviewing vehicles over a decade ago

For the 2023 edition, we include testing and ranking cars and light trucks with the latest technology, including having at least one advanced driver-assistance system (ADAS) feature. In addition to vehicle evaluation, the guide covers a number of pertinent automotive topics in detail—for example, the latest advanced safety features, how to properly maintain your vehicle, and new vehicles coming to market in the next few years.

2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited AWD

Vehicle Type: SUV Electric
98
 overall score
Category Ranking: 3

Vehicle Price

Base Price: $54,500
Price as Tested: $55,920

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Electricity
120V Charge Time: 4 miles per hour
240V Charge Time: 30.1 miles per hour
DC Fast Charger: 18 minutes from 10% to 80%
EPA City MPGe110
EPA Highway MPGe87
EPA Combined MPGe98
EPA-Est. Electric Range (mi): 256
built after December 2021

Advanced Safety Features

  • Adaptive Cruise Control [S]
  • Advanced Headlights [S]
  • Automatic Emergency Braking [S]
  • Blind-Spot Warning [S]
  • Driver Monitoring [S]
  • Forward-Collision Warning [S]
  • Lane-Departure Warning [S]
  • Lane-Keeping Assistance [S]
  • Rear Cross-Traffic Warning [S]
  • Reverse Automatic Emergency Braking [S]
  • [S] Standard, [O] Optional
NHTSA Rating:

Overall Observations

Unlike previous vehicles with the Ioniq moniker, the Ioniq 5 is the Hyundai sub-brand’s first dedicated EV. New for 2022, it’s a tall hatchback with a sufficiently roomy cabin for all passengers and cargo. The 5 comes with either 1 motor and a 58-kWh battery pack or 1 or 2 motors and a 77.4-kWh battery pack. Our top-trim dual-motor Limited tester delivered quick, responsive, smooth acceleration, plus a decent EV range (an estimated 256 miles) and strong fuel efficiency numbers (98 MPGe in combined driving). Even the base trim level is well-equipped, with 19-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights, adjustable regenerative braking, a nav system, and a heated, power-adjustable driver’s seat. One especially cool feature is the 5’s 800-volt architecture, which is twice as powerful as most EVs’ 400-volt systems; it enables the battery pack to be replenished from 10% to 80% in about 18 minutes. A comprehensive set of advanced safety features is standard as well. Unfortunately, the Ioniq 5 isn’t much fun to drive, with a floaty ride and lots of body roll in turns. The interior styling is bland, and an overabundance of hard plastics gives the cabin a cheap feel. Visibility to the rear is poor, and the steering-wheel controls for the infotainment system are needlessly complex, requiring a steep learning curve.One welcome perk: Owners receive free unlimited 30-minute charging sessions for 2 years on Electrify America’s network of chargers.

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Strengths and Weaknesses

Strong Points

  • • Strong, smooth acceleration
  • • Advanced 350-kW system enables ultrafast charging times
  • • Lots of standard convenience and safety features
  • • Spacious cabin for people and stuff

Weak Points

  • • Not enjoyable to drive
  • • Plain, bland interior styling with some cheap-looking materials
  • • Poor rear visibility
  • • Complex, counterintuitive steering-wheel controls

Vehicle Specifications

Model year tested: 2022
Number of passengers (F/R): 2/3
Curb weight (lbs): 4700.0
Exterior L / W / H (in): 182.5 / 74.4 / 63.0
Wheelbase (in): 118.1
Number of air bags: 8
Warranty (months/miles): 60/60,000
Tire manufacturer and model: Michelin Primacy Tour
Front and rear tire size: 255/45 R20
Max towing capacity (lbs): 1,650
Headlight type: LED
Transmission type: Auto 1-speed
Drivetrain type: All wheel
Engine/motor: Dual electric motors
Electric motor horsepower: 320

Test Data

Test Vehicle Scores

Advanced Safety Features:

10.00

Fuel Efficiency:

9.73

EPA Emissions Score:

10.00

Acceleration:

8.24

Braking:

5.70
Handling: 7.42
Quality and Drivability: 7.62

Ride Quality:

7.29

Interior Size:

5.15

Easy of Entry and Exit:

7.40

Visibility:

7.45

Interior Noise:

8.96

Cargo Capacity:

2.58
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