What's New for 2023?

As the IONIQ 5 just debuted last year, Hyundai makes subtle equipment changes, but enough to bump the car's EPA-rating higher in a few areas. All-wheel-drive models now get an EPA-estimated 266 miles of range, up from last year's 256-mile rating. They also now have slightly higher MPGE ratings. A battery heating system and preconditioning function are now standard on all models. Finally, on the chance you need tow something with the IONIQ 5, know that the maximum tow rating for SEL and Limited models is up to 2300 pounds.

EV Motor, Power, and Performance

The IONIQ 5 has an electric-only powertrain that's available in multiple potencies. The standard-range battery paired with a single, rear-mounted electric motor generates 168 horsepower. With the longer-range battery, the rear-drive configuration generates 225 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque, which Hyundai says will propel the IONIQ 5  to 60 mph in 7.4 seconds. The all-wheel-drive version is much more powerful, with 320 horses and a substantial 446 pound-feet, and quicker too. It catapulted to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds at our test track. The IONIQ 5 we drove  demonstrated its smoothness on a variety of road surfaces, and its wide-for-an-EV tires combined with a low center of gravity made it feel athletic going side to side. We only wish its steering provided more feedback and the suspension was a smidge firmer.

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