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Hyundai Ioniq 5 review: charging speed changes everything
The Ioniq 5 is not the longest-range electric car you can buy, but it may be the least stressful to travel in.
What works
- Exceptional DC charging speed
- Very spacious, flexible cabin
- Quiet, comfortable ride
What doesn't
- Wide body in tight spaces
- Not especially engaging to drive
What separates the Ioniq 5 from most electric crossovers is not capacity but throughput. On a high-power charger it moves from 10 to 80 percent in under 20 minutes, which reshapes how long journeys are planned.\n\nThe cabin is airy and flat-floored, with a sliding centre console and reclining front seats that are genuinely useful during a charging stop. Ride quality is soft-edged and quiet.\n\nDynamically it is competent rather than exciting, and the wide body takes some care in tight car parks. Neither undermines the core appeal.
Verdict
The most travel-friendly electric crossover at this price, largely thanks to its charging performance.
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