Hyundai Motor has revealed the Ioniq 5 in India and plans to reveal the prices at the Auto Expo 2023 officially. The Ioniq 5 marks Hyundai’s second electric vehicle for the Indian market after the Kona EV. Bookings have begun for the same at a token amount of Rs. 1 lakh. Let’s take a look at how it weighs with the competition, the Kia EV6 and the Volvo XC40 Recharge.
Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs Kia EV6 vs Volvo XC40 Recharge: Price
While the prices are yet to be officially revealed for the Hyundai Ioniq 5, it is expected to be around Rs. 50 lakhs, ex-showroom.
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 | Kia EV6 | Volvo XC40 Recharge | |
| Price | Expected price Rs. 50 lakh | Rs 59.95 lakh to Rs 64.95 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). | 56.90 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi) |
Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs Kia EV6 vs Volvo XC40 Recharge: Charging time
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 | Kia EV6 | Kia EV6 | Volvo XC40 Recharge | |
| Powertrain | Single Motor, RWD | Single Motor, RWD | Dual Motor, AWD | Dual Motor, AWD |
| Battery Capacity | 72.6kWh | 77.4kWh | 77.4kWh | 78kWh |
| Power/ Torque | 214bhp/350Nm | 226bhp/350Nm | 320bhp/605Nm | 402bhp/660Nm |
| Claimed Range | 631km (ARAI) | Up to 708km (ARAI) | Up to 708km (ARAI) | 418 (WLTP) |
| Charging Time | 6 hours 55 mins(11kW) | 7 hr 20 mins (7.2 kW) | 7 hr 20 mins (7.2 kW) | 8-10 hrs (11kW) |
| 50kW Charging | 57 mins | 1 hr 13 mins | 1 hr 13 mins | 2 hours |
The India-spec Hyundai Ioniq 5 will get the larger 72.8 kWh lithium-ion battery pack that claims to offer a range of 631 km in full charge (ARAI-certified). Using a 350 kW DC charger, the Ioniq 5 can be charged from 10-80% in 18 minutes. On the other hand, the Kia EV 6 is offered with a choice of two motors as well as an all-wheel-drive option. Even the Volvo XC40 Recharge gets an all-wheel drive system whereas the Ioniq only gets an RWD. However, it’s the Kia EV6 that claims the highest range at 708 km.
Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs Kia EV6 vs Volvo XC40 Recharge: Dimensions and design
All three electric cars have a different and distinct design language as the XC40 Recharge is an SUV, the EV6 is a sleek sedan and the Ioniq 5 is an edgy crossover. On paper, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 is the most spacious with the biggest wheelbase at 3,000mm
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 | Kia EV6 | Volvo XC40 Recharge | |
| Length | 4,635mm | 4,695mm | 4,440mm |
| Width | 1,890mm | 1,890mm | 1,863mm |
| Height | 1,625mm | 1,570mm | 1,652mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000mm | 2,900mm | 2,702mm |
