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Hyundai’s IONIQ 5 battery-electric medium SUV, goes on sale in Australia in September.

IONIQ 5 will have 2WD (rear) or AWD powertrain, up to an initial allocation of 400 units.

The first 400 IONIQ 5 cars will be sold by Hyundai directly to customers to provide a fair allocation of a high-demand model, with limited initial supply.

This new online process is unique to IONIQ 5. The rest of the Hyundai range – including Kona Electric and IONIQ Electric – will continue to be sold through the dealership network in the traditional manner.

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IONIQ 5 redefines the electric vehicle through innovative and sustainable cutting-edge design. Built on Hyundai’s dedicated Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), IONIQ 5 makes the most of the architecture’s design freedoms with its unique proportions and spacious, flexible and fully-featured interior.

Strong pure-electric performance and world-first patented ultra-fast 400V and 800V charging make IONIQ 5 a uniquely appealing EV proposition, while a Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) function gives customers essentially a powerful mobile charger on wheels.

“It is our great pleasure to introduce the futuristic IONIQ 5 battery-electric medium SUV, as the first model from our IONIQ EV sub-brand,” Hyundai Motor Company Australia Chief Executive Officer Jun Heo said.

“The powerful, long-range, ultra-fast charging IONIQ 5 represents the leading edge in zero-emissions battery-electric vehicles and is certain to delight customers,” he said.

“Furthermore, by offering IONIQ 5 via an online direct-to-customer sales model, we aim to provide a fair allocation of the limited initial supply in response to overwhelming demand for this vehicle.”

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IONIQ 5: Range Overview

From launch, IONIQ 5 will be available in one flagship trim, with the option of a 2WD, rear-driven motor layout, or a dual motor (rear & front) HTRAC AWD layout.

Other trim grades of IONIQ 5 will be introduced at a later date, with timing yet to be confirmed.

Every IONIQ 5 provides the safety of seven airbags and features an extensive suite of SmartSense^TM advanced active safety and driver assistance technologies.

A 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster headlines the in-cabin technology, along with a 12.3-inch Multimedia navigation unit featuring Android Auto/Apple CarPlay smartphone compatibility and a BOSE eight-speaker premium audio system.

Luxuries include leather appointed seats trimmed in sustainable eco-processed leather, 12-way power front seats with ‘Relaxion’ (zero gravity) mode & memory function, and two-way power rear seats (60/40) with memory.

There is also a heated steering wheel, heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, a vision glass roof with power sunshade, and a smart power tailgate.

LED headlights, front guide lights and taillights, and striking 20-inch alloy wheels complement IONIQ 5’s progressive style to create an attractive, high-tech image.

Smart regenerative braking, a safety-enhancing Virtual Engine Sound System (VESS) and an ‘i-Pedal’ mode that allows one-pedal driving, lets customers enjoy the full benefit of IONIQ 5’s progressive powertrain.

Direct-to-customer sales model

The initial batch of IONIQ 5 EVs will be ordered and sold online directly to customers.

This sales process has been chosen in light of unprecedented high demand for IONIQ 5 in Australia and limited initial supply.

Hyundai Motor Company Australia has had more than 120 deposits placed with dealerships over the last eight months, and over 11,000 expressions of interest submitted. This level of interest is unprecedented for a Hyundai vehicle.

The new direct-to-customer sales model aims to provide a fair allocation of IONIQ 5 to customers across Australia based on demand.

Currently the sales model is only planned to apply for the introduction of IONIQ 5, Hyundai will continue to sell the electrified vehicle range – Kona EV, IONIQ Hybrid, Plug-In Hybrid and Electric – through the Hyundai BlueDrive dealership network.

Online Sales Process

The online sales process will be rolled out in three phases via the Hyundai Australia public website:

1. Those customers who have already placed deposits with Hyundai dealerships over the past eight months will have first priority to secure a vehicle during the initial period of online ordering, starting from 27 September.2. From 12 October, any customer who has previously registered their interest in IONIQ 5 will be giving 24-hours early access to place a vehicle order.
2. Then, from the 13 October ordering will open up to the general public.

IONIQ 5 orders are secured with the $2,000 deposit, on a true first come first served basis.

After the initial allocation of 400 vehicles is exhausted, expressions of interest will continue to be taken and Hyundai will remain in close contact with all interested customers.

Delivery Partners and Servicing

The initial allocation of IONIQ 5s will be delivered to customers through approximately 10 Delivery Partners chosen from the Hyundai dealer network.

IONIQ 5 aftersales support and servicing will be provided by all 32 Hyundai BlueDrive dealerships across Australia.

Exterior Design

IONIQ 5’s progressive design is made possible by the freedoms of a dedicated EV platform. By evoking the daring attitude of Hyundai Pony, the company’s first production car, IONIQ 5 highlights Hyundai’s 45-year design journey whilst simultaneously looking ahead to the future.

IONIQ 5’s unique exterior design is characterised by the Pony-inspired profile over a 3,000mm wheelbase. This extended wheelbase requires a more sophisticated approach to translate this new proportion into a contemporary EV typology.

The frontal styling is defined by an eye-catching V-shape incorporating distinctive daytime running lights (DRLs) that provide an unmistakable light signature unique to IONIQ 5. These small, ‘Parametric Pixel’ clusters are echoed at the rear of the vehicle.

Also featuring at the front is Hyundai’s first clamshell bonnet, which is designed to minimise panel gaps for optimal aerodynamics.

Aero-optimised wheels continue the Parametric Dynamics design theme and are offered in a super-sized 20-inch diameter, the largest ever fitted to a Hyundai EV.

The front and rear forms merge on IONIQ 5’s flanks in a distinctive Z-shape, as part of the ‘Parametric Dynamics’ design theme, first seen on the all-new Tucson, While the strong C-pillar shape, inspired by Hyundai’s ‘45’ EV concept, gives IONIQ 5 a commanding and distinctive presence clearly identifiable from a distance.

Automatic power operated flush door handles complete a clean surface styling treatment and enhance IONIQ 5’s aerodynamic efficiency.

Customers can choose from a palette of six exterior colours incorporating nature-inspired hues exclusive to IONIQ 5. These include solid Atlas White, Galactic Grey Metallic, Phantom Black, Digital Teal-Green and Lucid Blue Mica, and the Matte Gravity Gold.

Interior

IONIQ 5’s underfloor battery and compact EV powertrain give rise to an uncommonly spacious cabin with a flat floor, allowing for superb freedom of movement.

A ‘Living Space’ theme runs through IONIQ 5’s interior, centred on a sliding universal island centre console that can be slid fore and aft by up 140mm, for maximum versatility.

Additional clever design touches, such as power adjustable front seats that are some 30 percent slimmer than conventional units, further optimise IONIQ 5’s cabin space and versatility.

IONIQ 5 complements its eco-friendly powertrain through the use of sustainable materials in the cabin, such as seats, headliner, door trim, carpets and armrests manufactured using recycled PET bottles, plant-based (bio PET) yarns and natural wool yarns, and bio paint with plant extracts.

The upholstery in IONIQ 5 is stitched from eco-processed leather and is offered in a choice of Obsidian Black, or two-tone Dove Grey/Dark Pebble Grey or Dove Grey/Dark Teal, each with a contrasting 100% biodegradable & recyclable paperette insert.

Powertrains

IONIQ 5 comes in rear or AWD.

*Based on 10% ~ 80% charge

Ultra-fast charging & Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) Function

The E-GMP platform underpinning IONIQ 5 supports both 400V and 800V charging infrastructures without the need for additional components or adapters.

A world-first patented technology, the multi-charging system operates the motor and inverter to boost 400V to 800V for stable charging compatibility.

With a DC 350kW public charger, IONIQ 5 can charge from 10 percent to 80 percent in less than 18 minutes; with a five-minute charge boosting range by 100km, based on WLTP figures.

IONIQ 5 also provides an innovative Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) function, which allows customers to charge electric devices, such as electric bicycles, scooters, camping equipment. or even another electric vehicle from IONIQ 5, making it a powerful charger on wheels.

Using the supplied V2L adapter, customers can charge high-power electric equipment via the vehicle’s charge port, where the vehicle can provide up to 3.6kW of power.

SmartSense™ Safety

IONIQ 5 features an extensive standard suite of SmartSense™ advanced active safety and driver assistance technologies.

There are also seven airbags, including Hyundai’s pioneering front centre side airbag.

Mounted in the left side of the driver’s seat backrest, this airbag is designed to prevent or reduce the severity of injuries caused by collisions of front passengers with each other, or with interior components, in the event of a side impact collision.

IONIQ 5’s SmartSense^TM suite includes the following technologies, including some firsts for Hyundai:

• Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist;
  • Car / Pedestrian / Cyclist detection
  • Junction Turning & Crossing (new for Hyundai)
  • Lane Change Oncoming & Side (new for Hyundai)
  • Evasive Steering Assist (new for Hyundai)
• Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance-Assist
• Blind-Spot View Monitor
• Driver Attention Warning, including; Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
• High Beam Assist
• Intelligent Speed Limit Assist
• Lane Following Assist
• Lane Keeping Assist – Line/Road-Edge
• Manual Speed Limit Assist
• Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist – Rear
• Parking Distance Warning – Front/Rear
• Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance
• Rear Occupant Alert
• Safe Exit Assist
• Smart Cruise Control, including: Stop & Go function and Machine Learning function (new for Hyundai)
• 3D Surround View Monitor

Pricing

Note: All prices are Manufacturer’s List Price. Price excludes dealer delivery and on road costs.

Colour and Trim

*Gravity Gold matte paint will not be available at launch (due in Q4 2021)

Specification Overview