- The newest EV from Hyundai is the IONIQ 5 SE and it will be released in America in the Spring of 2022
- The 2022 Hyundai IONIQ 5 SE ranks in the top 10 EVs for overall efficiency.
- The battery charging on the 2022 Hyundai IONIQ 5 SE is really fast charging a battery back up to 80% in only 18 minutes.
The 2022 Ioniq 5 SE is not Hyundai’s first electric car, and it surely will not be its last. In 2019, Hyundai released the Kona Electric and it impressed the world. The model was praised and rose to the top of the best EV lists. With the release of the 2022 Ioniq 5 SE, Hyundai is here to prove that their first electric car was not by chance. They hope to be one of the top EV producers in the game.
Although Hyundai finds its niche amongst bargain hunters, the automaker moves into premium territory with the Ioniq 5. They will prove to be a fierce competitor in the electric crossover market.
Scheduled to hit American markets this spring, the 2022 Ioniq 5 SE is already impressing regions where it has been launched, including South Korea, Europe and Australia. So, now that we’ve got introductions out of the way, let’s dive into the features of the model and see why Hyundai’s EVs are among the highest ranks.
Exterior & Interior
The 2022 Electric Hyundai is the perfect mix of past and present– melding the classic style of small SUV crossovers with a more modern appearance. The exterior is stylish and polished, infusing sharp lines and a well-balanced chassis to the box-shaped SUV. The interior of the vehicle, too, is impressive: combining luxury with usability through the implementation of a sliding center console, expansive wheelbase and flat floor.
Electrical Efficiency
Hyundai generated early production versions of the Ioniq 5 Limited available for a nearly 175-mile test drive through the mountains of San Diego County in 2021. The test drive encompassed a fast-charge demonstration in a shopping mall adjacent to the U.S.-Mexico border.
When judging efficiency, this Hyundai EV was measured for 256 miles of range. That leaves 65 miles of range remaining at the end of the drive– indicating that only about 16 miles of range were lost to hill climbing and lead-footed driving. Nevertheless, the Ioniq 5 crossover was ranked among the top 10 EVs for overall efficiency by the EPA.
Additionally, the EV houses a four-level, regenerative braking system which regenerates energy as the model slows down. The 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 SE also has an “i-Pedal” setting which allows the system enough power to completely stop the vehicle without touching the brakes.
This feature is enormously useful in mountain driving and stop-and-go traffic, as it mimics downshifting in a gas vehicle.
Power & Performance Of The 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 SE
The Ioniq 5 SE’s skateboard design places the batteries under the vehicle’s floor and between the axles. This makes for a low, road-hugging center of gravity, fashioning a well-balanced ride. This is thanks to the EV-specific modular platform.
Throughout the test drive, the Hyundai EV drove Southern California freeways, urban streets, and twisting country roads. The model even faced a 5,000-foot mountain – both up and down. Overall, the vehicle is powerful, comfortable and very roomy, with great visibility and ample handling.
The 2022 crossover’s 320-horsepower dual motor, all-wheel drive powertrain – which is available in all three trims – shows just how fast this SUV really is. Only inadequate for race car drivers, this model claims a time of 5.1 seconds for a zero-to-60-mph.
The Ioniq 5 faces various roads and freeways with ease. It has a sporty handling and comfortable ride quality. The vehicle offers three different modes – sport mode, eco mode, and normal mode. Sport mode adjusts the accelerator and steering for top-level responsiveness, promoting tight and responsive steering. The eco mode slows everything down, even climate settings, to conserve battery power. And finally, normal mode is just as it sounds: normal driving. All three of the AWD modes employ an energy-saving heat pump instead of an electric heater for cabin conditioning.
Range, Battery and Charging
Possessing a competitive range of up to 303 miles, all trim levels of the Ioniq 5 SE boast a package of advanced safety and driver assist features, top of the industry charging speed, and powerful all-wheel drive options.
While the industry standard for charging is 400-volts, the Hyundai Electric houses an 800-volt electrical architecture. Proving the model can handle ultra fast recharging on road trips. While other 800-volt EVs will continue production, most find home in the super-premium and luxury range. In fact, the only other EV that offers 800-volt charging today is the Porsche Taycan.
The Hyundai EV’s 250-kilowatt DC fast-charger can recharge a 90 percent battery back up to 80 percent in 18 minutes. It easily surpasses the common 150-kilowatt charger. That of which can perform the same recharge to a 90 percent depleted battery in 25 minutes.
The 2022 Ioniq 5 SE’s standard 11 kilowatt Level 2, 240-volt onboard charges the car in about six hours and 45 minutes.
The 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 SE at Tulsa Hyundai
Be on the lookout for the Ioniq 5 hitting American markets AND Tulsa Hyundai very soon! Leading in practicality and power, this car is going to make a big splash in the United States. We don’t want you to miss out! If you want to know more about the new Ioniq 5, Hyundai EV, or any Hyundai models, we urge you to reach out!
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