Hyundai India announces that it will launch the IONIQ 5 EV in India by the second half of 2022. The manufacturer also plans to continue the adoption of Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV) under their ‘Beyond Mobility’ campaign. The dedicated IONIQ EV brand embodies the manufacturer’s smart mobility vision.
The IONIQ 5 uses the globally acclaimed Skateboard Platform E-GMP (Electric Global Modular Platform). The all-electric IONIQ 5 received multiple awards on a global scale, including –
- The World Car of the Year 2022 (WCOTY)
- World Electric Vehicle of the Year 2022
- World Car Design of the Year 2022
- UK Car of the Year 2022
- German Car of the Year 2022 – “New Energy’Energy’ category, GCOTY awards, Germany
- 2021 GOOD DESIGN Award – Transportation Category
- The IDEA Award Winner 2021: Gold prize – Automotive & Transportation category, IDEA, US.
Hyundai IONIQ 5 – Highlights
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 derives its name from a fusion of “ion” and “unique”. The model was announced as a long-term research and development project focusing on sustainable mobility. The IONIQ 5 features innovative exterior and interior design through the newly developed platform. In addition to this, the interiors also feature eco-friendly materials at multiple touchpoints.
The platform facilitates many body types and also features a modular battery system. Hence, it ensures it is suitable for a wide range of applications. Currently, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 also shares its platform with the Kia EV6.
The IONIQ 5 features a low centre of gravity for better handling characteristics. The 8-point battery mounting system and use of Ultra High Strength Steel also ensure the safety of the vehicle and battery pack. In the interiors front, the flat floor and flexible seating layout offer additional interior space. The sliding console and 2nd-row seats also increase the interior’s flexibility.
Hyundai says the performance and handling capabilities of the E-GMP platform will usher into a new age of fun-to-drive battery electric vehicles. The company also adds that the large capacity and the electric powertrain also help achieve a top speed of 260 kmph.
Hyundai IONIQ 5 – Powertrain
The Hyundai Ionic 5 is based on the Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP) architecture and also offers 800V ultra-fast charging capabilities. In the international market, the Ioniq 5 comes with a 58 kWh and also a 72.6 kWh battery pack option. The electric car comes with a 167 HP power and 350 Nm torque electric motor, which is likely to offer a range of around 502 km on a single charge (WLTP). It is likely that the IONIQ 5 in India will come only with the 58 kWh battery option and the entry-level powertrain.
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