2026 Hyundai IONIQ 5
Starting MSRP
$35,000
to $48,975
About the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 5
The 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 5 enters the crossover segment presenting a compelling value proposition anchored by a starting price of $35,000. This model, available across 9 trims, optimizes utility with a 118.1-inch wheelbase, contributing to generous cabin dimensions, notably 41.7 inches of front legroom. Base configurations deliver 168 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque from its electric powertrain, paired with a 1-speed direct drive transmission and standard rear-wheel drive. While the entry-level electric range is documented at 245 miles, prospective buyers must weigh this against the maximum available capacity across the trim lineup. The physical footprint measures 183.3 inches long and 74.4 inches wide, providing a substantial presence without sacrificing maneuverability for urban use cases.
Key Highlights
Substantial Wheelbase
A lengthy 118.1-inch wheelbase directly translates into maximized interior volume, supporting the 5-passenger capacity efficiently.
Base Torque Output
The minimum configuration achieves 258 lb-ft of torque, indicating robust acceleration capability even in the entry-level RWD variant.
245-Mile Range
The reported 245-mile electric range establishes a measurable standard for daily usability and highway travel expectations.
Value-Oriented Entry
With a price floor set at $35,000, the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 5 establishes an aggressive entry point relative to its dimensional metrics.
Best For
Efficiency-Focused Commuters
- The standard 245-mile electric range and efficient 1-speed direct drive transmission are optimized for consistent daily travel needs.
Utility Seekers on a Budget
- The $35,000 entry price point combined with 26.3 cu ft of cargo capacity offers significant space utility for the cost.
Drivers Prioritizing Legroom
- With 41.7 inches of front legroom, the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 5 accommodates taller occupants comfortably for longer durations.
Available Trims
| Trim | MSRP | Drivetrain | Horsepower | MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Limited 4dr SUV (electric DD) | $45,075 | rear wheel drive | 225 hp | - |
| Limited 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD) | $48,975 | all wheel drive | 320 hp | - |
| SE 4dr SUV (electric DD) | $37,500 | rear wheel drive | 225 hp | - |
| SE 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD) | $41,000 | all wheel drive | 320 hp | - |
| SE Standard Range 4dr SUV (electric DD) | $35,000 | rear wheel drive | 168 hp | - |
| SEL 4dr SUV (electric DD) | $39,800 | rear wheel drive | 225 hp | - |
| SEL 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD) | $43,300 | all wheel drive | 320 hp | - |
| XRT 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD) | $46,275 | all wheel drive | 320 hp | - |
| XRT 4dr SUV AWD w/Tow Hitch (electric DD) | $46,725 | all wheel drive | 320 hp | - |
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Features Comparison
Feature
Limited 4dr SUV (electric DD)
Limited 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
SE 4dr SUV (electric DD)
SE 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
SE Standard Range 4dr SUV (electric DD)
SEL 4dr SUV (electric DD)
SEL 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
XRT 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
XRT 4dr SUV AWD w/Tow Hitch (electric DD)
| Feature | Limited 4dr SUV (electric DD) | Limited 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD) | SE 4dr SUV (electric DD) | SE 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD) | SE Standard Range 4dr SUV (electric DD) | SEL 4dr SUV (electric DD) | SEL 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD) | XRT 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD) | XRT 4dr SUV AWD w/Tow Hitch (electric DD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safety (35 features) | |||||||||
| Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote) | |||||||||
| Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel |
| Automatic Headlights | |||||||||
| Blind Spot Monitor | |||||||||
| Brake Assist | |||||||||
| Daytime Running Lights | |||||||||
| Driver Attention Alert | |||||||||
| Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags | |||||||||
| Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags | |||||||||
| Electronic Stability Control | |||||||||
| Engine Immobilizer | |||||||||
| Front Cross Traffic Alert | — | — | — | ||||||
| Front Head Airbags | |||||||||
| Front Headrests | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Front Height Adjustable Headrests | |||||||||
| Front Ventilated Disc Brakes | |||||||||
| Headlight Delay-Off | |||||||||
| Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors | |||||||||
| LATCH System | |||||||||
| LED Headlights | |||||||||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||||||||
| Lane Keeping Assist System | |||||||||
| Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation | |||||||||
| Post-Collision Safety System | |||||||||
| Pre-Collision Safety System | |||||||||
| Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt | |||||||||
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | |||||||||
| Rear Door Child Safety Locks | |||||||||
| Rear Fixed Headrests | — | — | — | — | |||||
| Rear Head Airbags | |||||||||
| Rear Headrests | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Rear Height Adjustable Headrests | — | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Rear Solid Disc Brakes | |||||||||
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System | |||||||||
| Traction Control System | |||||||||
| Engine (3 features) | |||||||||
| Base Engine Type | electric | electric | electric | electric | electric | electric | electric | electric | electric |
| Horsepower | 225 hp | 320 hp | 225 hp | 320 hp | 168 hp | 225 hp | 320 hp | 320 hp | 320 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 446 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | 446 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | 446 lb-ft | 446 lb-ft | 446 lb-ft |
| Drive Train (2 features) | |||||||||
| Drivetrain Type | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Transmission Type | 1-speed direct drive | 1-speed direct drive | 1-speed direct drive | 1-speed direct drive | 1-speed direct drive | 1-speed direct drive | 1-speed direct drive | 1-speed direct drive | 1-speed direct drive |
| Fuel (8 features) | |||||||||
| Battery Capacity | 84.0 kWh | 84.0 kWh | 84.0 kWh | 84.0 kWh | 63.0 kWh | 84.0 kWh | 84.0 kWh | 84.0 kWh | 84.0 kWh |
| Charging Time (240V) | 9.1 hr. | 8.2 hr. | 9.1 hr. | 8.2 hr. | 6.3 hr. | 9.1 hr. | 8.2 hr. | 8.2 hr. | 8.2 hr. |
| DC Fast Charging Port Type | NACS | NACS | NACS | NACS | NACS | NACS | NACS | NACS | NACS |
| EPA Efficiency (City/Highway MPGe) | 129/100 MPGe | 108/88 MPGe | 129/100 MPGe | 116/96 MPGe | 131/100 MPGe | 129/100 MPGe | 116/96 MPGe | 103/85 MPGe | 103/85 MPGe |
| EPA Efficiency (Combined MPGe) | 114 MPGe | 98 MPGe | 114 MPGe | 106 MPGe | 115 MPGe | 114 MPGe | 106 MPGe | 94 MPGe | 94 MPGe |
| EPA Electric Driving Range | 318 mi. | 269 mi. | 318 mi. | 290 mi. | 245 mi. | 318 mi. | 290 mi. | 259 mi. | 259 mi. |
| EPA Energy Consumption (kWh/100 mi) | 30 | 34 | 30 | 32 | 29 | 30 | 32 | 36 | 36 |
| Fuel Type | electric | electric | electric | electric | electric | electric | electric | electric | electric |
| Warranty (5 features) | |||||||||
| Basic Warranty | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. |
| Corrosion/Rust Warranty | 7 yr./ unlimited mi. | 7 yr./ unlimited mi. | 7 yr./ unlimited mi. | 7 yr./ unlimited mi. | 7 yr./ unlimited mi. | 7 yr./ unlimited mi. | 7 yr./ unlimited mi. | 7 yr./ unlimited mi. | 7 yr./ unlimited mi. |
| Drivetrain Warranty | 10 yr./ 100000 mi. | 10 yr./ 100000 mi. | 10 yr./ 100000 mi. | 10 yr./ 100000 mi. | 10 yr./ 100000 mi. | 10 yr./ 100000 mi. | 10 yr./ 100000 mi. | 10 yr./ 100000 mi. | 10 yr./ 100000 mi. |
| EV Battery Warranty | 10 yr./ 100000 mi. | 10 yr./ 100000 mi. | 10 yr./ 100000 mi. | 10 yr./ 100000 mi. | 10 yr./ 100000 mi. | 10 yr./ 100000 mi. | 10 yr./ 100000 mi. | 10 yr./ 100000 mi. | 10 yr./ 100000 mi. |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 yr./ unlimited mi. | 5 yr./ unlimited mi. | 5 yr./ unlimited mi. | 5 yr./ unlimited mi. | 5 yr./ unlimited mi. | 5 yr./ unlimited mi. | 5 yr./ unlimited mi. | 5 yr./ unlimited mi. | 5 yr./ unlimited mi. |
| Comfort & Convenience (30 features) | |||||||||
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||||||||
| Audio Controls on Steering Wheel | |||||||||
| Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror | — | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Cruise Control on Steering Wheel | |||||||||
| Digital Rearview Mirror | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| Driver Assisted Parking Assist | — | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Dual Vanity Mirrors | |||||||||
| Dual Zone Climate Control | |||||||||
| Electric Power Steering | |||||||||
| Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling | |||||||||
| Front Cupholders | |||||||||
| Front Door Pockets | |||||||||
| Front Parking Sensors | |||||||||
| Front Seatback Storage | |||||||||
| Front View Camera | — | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| Interior Air Filtration | |||||||||
| Leatherette Steering Wheel | |||||||||
| Push Button Start | |||||||||
| Rear Cupholders | |||||||||
| Rear Door Pockets | |||||||||
| Rear Parking Sensors | — | — | — | — | |||||
| Rear Parking Sensors with Side Sensing | — | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Rear Ventilation Ducts | — | — | — | ||||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||||||
| Side View Camera | — | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel | |||||||||
| Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors | |||||||||
| Universal Remote Transmitter | — | — | — | ||||||
| Wireless Charging Pad | — | — | — | ||||||
| In Car Entertainment (12 features) | |||||||||
| AM/FM Stereo | |||||||||
| Android Auto (Wireless) | |||||||||
| Apple CarPlay (Wireless) | |||||||||
| Infotainment Display | 12.3 in | 12.3 in | 12.3 in | 12.3 in | 12.3 in | 12.3 in | 12.3 in | 12.3 in | 12.3 in |
| Premium Speaker Brand | Bose | Bose | — | — | — | — | — | Bose | Bose |
| Premium Stereo System | Bose | Bose | — | — | — | — | — | Bose | Bose |
| Satellite Radio | |||||||||
| Satellite Radio Trial Period | 3 months | 3 months | 3 months | 3 months | 3 months | 3 months | 3 months | 3 months | 3 months |
| Speaker System | 8 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 8 |
| Subwoofer Count | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 |
| USB Port | |||||||||
| USB Port with External Media Control | |||||||||
| Power Feature (4 features) | |||||||||
| Heated Mirrors | |||||||||
| Keyless Entry | |||||||||
| Moonroof Type | 1st Row Fixed Glass Extended | 1st Row Fixed Glass Extended | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| One-Touch Power Windows | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Frontseats (19 features) | |||||||||
| Driver Seat Heating | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | |||||||||
| Driver Seat Lumbar Support | Power | Power | Power | Power | Power | Power | Power | Power | Power |
| Driver Seat Memory Settings | 2 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Driver Seat Power Adjustments | 8-way | 8-way | 8-way | 8-way | 8-way | 8-way | 8-way | 8-way | 8-way |
| Driver Seat Ventilation | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| Front Head Room | 39.1 in. | 39.1 in. | 39.8 in. | 39.8 in. | 39.8 in. | 39.8 in. | 39.8 in. | 39.8 in. | 39.8 in. |
| Front Hip Room | 53.9 in. | 53.9 in. | 53.9 in. | 53.9 in. | 53.9 in. | 53.9 in. | 53.9 in. | 53.9 in. | 53.9 in. |
| Front Leg Room | 41.7 in. | 41.7 in. | 41.7 in. | 41.7 in. | 41.7 in. | 41.7 in. | 41.7 in. | 41.7 in. | 41.7 in. |
| Front Seat Type: Bucket | |||||||||
| Front Shoulder Room | 57.7 in. | 57.7 in. | 57.7 in. | 57.7 in. | 57.7 in. | 57.7 in. | 57.7 in. | 57.7 in. | 57.7 in. |
| Passenger Seat Heating | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level |
| Passenger Seat Height Adjustment | |||||||||
| Passenger Seat Lumbar Support | Power | Power | — | — | — | Power | Power | Power | Power |
| Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments | — | — | 6-way | 6-way | 6-way | — | — | — | — |
| Passenger Seat Power Adjustments | 8-way | 8-way | — | — | — | 8-way | 8-way | 8-way | 8-way |
| Passenger Seat Ventilation | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| Seat Material: Cloth | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| Seat Material: Leatherette | — | — | — | ||||||
| Rearseats (8 features) | |||||||||
| Folding Center Armrest | |||||||||
| Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| Rear Head Room | 37.5 in. | 37.5 in. | 38.7 in. | 38.7 in. | 38.7 in. | 38.7 in. | 38.7 in. | 38.7 in. | 38.7 in. |
| Rear Hip Room | 53.6 in. | 53.6 in. | 53.6 in. | 53.6 in. | 53.6 in. | 53.6 in. | 53.6 in. | 53.6 in. | 53.6 in. |
| Rear Leg Room | 39.4 in. | 39.4 in. | 39.4 in. | 39.4 in. | 39.4 in. | 39.4 in. | 39.4 in. | 39.4 in. | 39.4 in. |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 57.7 in. | 57.7 in. | 57.7 in. | 57.7 in. | 57.7 in. | 57.7 in. | 57.7 in. | 57.7 in. | 57.7 in. |
| Reclining Rear Seats | |||||||||
| Split-Folding Rear Seatback | |||||||||
| Tires and Wheels (4 features) | |||||||||
| Tire Size | 235/55R H | 255/45R | 235/55R H | 235/55R H | 235/55R H | 235/55R H | 235/55R H | 235/60R18 | 235/60R18 |
| Tire Type | All Season | All Season | All Season | All Season | All Season | All Season | All Season | All Terrain | All Terrain |
| Wheel Finish | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy |
| Wheel Size | 19 x 7.5 in | 20 x 8.5 in | 19 x 7.5 in | 19 x 7.5 in | 19 x 7.5 in | 19 x 7.5 in | 19 x 7.5 in | 18 x 7.5 in | 18 x 7.5 in |
| Suspension (3 features) | |||||||||
| Four-Wheel Independent Suspension | |||||||||
| Front Stabilizer Bar | |||||||||
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | |||||||||
| Instrumentation (4 features) | |||||||||
| Clock | |||||||||
| Compass | |||||||||
| External Temperature Display | |||||||||
| Trip Computer | |||||||||
| Measurements (15 features) | |||||||||
| Angle of Approach | 17.5 degrees | 17.5 degrees | 17.5 degrees | 17.5 degrees | 17.5 degrees | 17.5 degrees | 17.5 degrees | 19.8 degrees | 19.8 degrees |
| Angle of Departure | 25.4 degrees | 25.4 degrees | 25.4 degrees | 25.4 degrees | 25.4 degrees | 25.4 degrees | 25.4 degrees | 30.0 degrees | 30.0 degrees |
| Cargo Capacity (Seats Up) | 26.3 cu.ft. | 26.3 cu.ft. | 26.3 cu.ft. | 26.3 cu.ft. | 26.3 cu.ft. | 26.3 cu.ft. | 26.3 cu.ft. | 26.3 cu.ft. | 26.3 cu.ft. |
| Country of Final Assembly | United States | United States | United States | United States | United States | United States | United States | United States | United States |
| Curb Weight | 4557 lbs. | 4806 lbs. | 4376 lbs. | 4608 lbs. | 4144 lbs. | 4425 lbs. | 4657 lbs. | 4707 lbs. | 4707 lbs. |
| EPA Interior Volume | 132.8 cu.ft. | 132.8 cu.ft. | 132.8 cu.ft. | 132.8 cu.ft. | 132.8 cu.ft. | 132.8 cu.ft. | 132.8 cu.ft. | 132.8 cu.ft. | 132.8 cu.ft. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 5644 lbs. | 5831 lbs. | 5644 lbs. | 5831 lbs. | 5225 lbs. | 5644 lbs. | 5831 lbs. | 5831 lbs. | 5831 lbs. |
| Ground Clearance | 6.1 in. | 6.1 in. | 6.1 in. | 6.1 in. | 6.1 in. | 6.1 in. | 6.1 in. | 7.0 in. | 7.0 in. |
| Height | 63.0 in. | 63.0 in. | 63.0 in. | 63.0 in. | 63.0 in. | 63.0 in. | 63.0 in. | 64.0 in. | 64.0 in. |
| Length | 183.3 in. | 183.3 in. | 183.3 in. | 183.3 in. | 183.3 in. | 183.3 in. | 183.3 in. | 183.3 in. | 183.3 in. |
| Maximum Cargo Capacity | 59.4 cu.ft. | 59.4 cu.ft. | 59.4 cu.ft. | 59.4 cu.ft. | 59.4 cu.ft. | 59.4 cu.ft. | 59.4 cu.ft. | 59.4 cu.ft. | 59.4 cu.ft. |
| Maximum Towing Capacity | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2700 lbs. |
| Turning Circle | 39.4 ft. | 39.4 ft. | 39.4 ft. | 39.4 ft. | 39.4 ft. | 39.4 ft. | 39.4 ft. | 39.4 ft. | 39.4 ft. |
| Wheelbase | 118.1 in. | 118.1 in. | 118.1 in. | 118.1 in. | 118.1 in. | 118.1 in. | 118.1 in. | 118.1 in. | 118.1 in. |
| Width (Without Mirrors) | 74.4 in. | 74.4 in. | 74.4 in. | 74.4 in. | 74.4 in. | 74.4 in. | 74.4 in. | 74.4 in. | 74.4 in. |
| Telematics (7 features) | |||||||||
| Airbag Deployment Notification | |||||||||
| Emergency Service | |||||||||
| Hands-Free Calling | |||||||||
| Roadside Assistance | |||||||||
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | |||||||||
| Turn-by-Turn Navigation | |||||||||
| Vehicle Alarm Notification | |||||||||
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary difference between the lowest and highest priced 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 5 trims?
The price variance spans from $35,000 to $48,975 across the 9 available trims, suggesting substantial upgrades in areas like horsepower, all-wheel-drive availability, and maximum electric range capability.
Does the base 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 5 offer immediate access to AWD?
No, the fundamental 168 hp model utilizes a standard rear-wheel drive configuration. AWD capability is segmented into other distinct trims within the IONIQ 5 lineup.
How much cargo space does the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 5 provide?
The vehicle is rated for 26.3 cubic feet of cargo capacity, a figure supported by its 183.3-inch length and substantial 118.1-inch wheelbase.
What is the expected horsepower rating for the standard RWD version?
The entry-level configuration of the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 5 generates 168 horsepower, consistent across the base RWD platform.
Are there significant differences in passenger space across the 9 trims?
While the wheelbase remains constant at 118.1 inches across the platform, maximizing inherent cabin space, the 5-passenger seating configuration is consistent throughout the documented trims.
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