Hyundai Ioniq 5

Every time I park, someone asks about the exterior design-those parametric pixels are iconic. The new Active Sound Design makes the drive less "clinical" and more engaging. Handling is comfortable and soak-up-everything soft, which is perfect for city commutes but a bit "floaty" on wavy highways. despite the "flagship" status, the lack of a rear wiper is still an annoying omission in heavy rains, even with the new spoiler design.

interior design is still the best in the business—the "sliding console" and flat floor make it feel like a living room. The 2026 updates like wireless Apple CarPlay and the illuminated "pixel" steering wheel add that extra premium touch. Safety is a big plus with the added Rear Collision-Avoidance ADAS. ground clearance (163mm), while decent, still requires caution over those massive unscientific speed bumps when the car is fully loaded with five adults.

Upgrading to the 2026 facelift was the right move for the range alone. I’m getting a solid 540 km in real-world highway conditions. The new 84 kWh battery and 800V architecture mean I’m in and out of fast chargers in 20 minutes. The performance is linear and punchy, though it lacks the aggressive "kick" of the Kia EV6. new physical buttons for seat ventilation are a huge ergonomic win, the ₹10 lakh price hike over the previous model is hard to ignore.