EXPERT REVIEW · ELECTRIC SUV

2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 review

Hyundai Ioniq 5: everyday electric done right. Illustrative review

8.9/10 OffLot expert score

The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 sits near the top of its class. Standard driver-assist suite; roomy second row and flexible cargo floor. Third row (where offered) is for kids and touch-only climate controls on some trims, so test the trim you'd actually buy. Starting around $45,000, it lines up with most direct rivals.

What's good

  • Standard driver-assist suite
  • Roomy second row and flexible cargo floor
  • Easy to see out of and park
  • Flat floor and extra storage up front

What to check

  • Third row (where offered) is for kids
  • Touch-only climate controls on some trims
  • Heavier than the gas equivalent

Best for: Commuters who can charge at home. Starting MSRP: $45,000.

Owner reviews · 4.7 of 5 from 3 owners

★★★★★Jenna E. · Corpus Christi, TX · 12 months owned
Exactly what we needed

Replaced an older Hyundai with this one. Big step up in cargo room; I'd like a little more power from the base engine.

★★★★★Lillian S. · Charlotte, NC · 4 months owned
Great daily driver

The cargo room is the standout. My only gripe is the touchscreen climate controls, which I knew going in.

★★★★☆Jenna P. · Austin, TX · 28 months owned
Exactly what we needed

We cross-shopped three others and this won on cargo room. the touchscreen climate controls is the trade-off.

Price trend · used Hyundai Ioniq 5, 12 months

$28.6k$29.1k$29.6k$30.1k$30.6kNov 25Jan 26Mar 26May 26Jul 26Sep 26

Average used asking price in the OffLot demo index: $29,075 · -2.84% last 30 days · -0.75% year over year.

Manufacturer videos

Manufacturer perspective · 2025

HyundaiUSA · features

Walkaround | Refreshed 2025 IONIQ 5 | Hyundai

Official manufacturer video. Promotional, not an independent review; equipment shown varies by trim.

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Manufacturer perspective · 2025

HyundaiUSA · features

2025 IONIQ 5 vs. KONA Electric | Hyundai Head-to-Head Walkaround

Official manufacturer video. Promotional, not an independent review; equipment shown varies by trim.

Metadata & embed markup checked 2026-10-15. Playback availability checked separately; can change.
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