Hyundai announced earlier September the release of the refreshed 2025 IONIQ 5. The expanded lineup offers more driving range and innovative features than ever, as well as being the first model to be built at the new Metaplant in Georgia and now our colleagues at KindelMedia captured it the new IONIQ 5 in the wild.
The Addition of NACS port
IONIQ 5 aims to further enhance customer satisfaction by being the first Hyundai model to come equipped with the Tesla North American Charging Standard (NACS) port. This port opens 17,000+ chargers on Tesla’s Supercharger network without using an adapter, doubling the size of the DC fast-charging network available to new IONIQ 5 customers. 2025 IONIQ 5 models also will be sold with a Combined Charging System (CCS) adapter. All-new or refreshed Hyundai EVs will come exclusively with a NACS port beginning in Q4 2024.
Models produced at HMGMA are expected to be eligible for a $3,750 U.S. tax credit at start of sale. In the future, Hyundai anticipates the U.S.-built 2025 IONIQ 5 models to qualify for additional federal tax incentives. Leases continue to qualify for the $7,500 credit that Hyundai fully passes onto consumers with more attractive lease offers.
“IONIQ 5 has been a sales success for us since day one,” said José Muñoz, president and global COO of Hyundai Motor Company and president and CEO of Hyundai Motor North America
Electric Power System Enhancement
- NACS charging port and support for NACS networks including Tesla Superchargers
- Increased battery capacities
- Standard Range models: 58.0 to 63.0 kWh
- Long Range models: 77.4 to 84 kWh
| Layout | Trim | Current Range | New Range (targeted) |
| AWD | Limited | 260 | 250+ to 280+ depending on trim / wheel & tire size |
| SE / SEL | |||
| XRT | N/A | ||
| RWD | SE / SEL / Limited | 303 | 310+ |
| SE Standard Range | 220 | 240+ |
Exterior Changes
- Restyled front and rear bumpers emphasize IONIQ’s wide, confident SUV stance
- New rear spoiler
- New, more aerodynamic wheels
- Available flush-type roof side rails
- New exterior colors: Atlas White Matte, Ecotronic Gray Matte, Celadon Gray Matte
Interior Changes
- Redesigned HVAC controls
- New center console with physical heated front seat controls
- New steering wheel design
- Heated rear seats (SEL and above)
New Infotainment/Convenience Technology
- 12.3-inch audio/video navigation (AVN) system
- Wireless Apple CarPlay® / Android Auto™ integration standard[i]
- Hyundai Digital Key 2 Premium (NFC + Bluetooth Low Energy + UWB, SEL and above)
- Controller Over-The Air (OTA) update support
- Smart Cruise Control 2
- USB Type-C ports (USB-C data: 1 in front seat, USB-C charging: 2 in front and 2 in rear)
Safety
- Blind-Spot Collision Warning for SE trim / Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (SEL trim and above)
- Forward Attention Warning (In-Cabin Camera/Direct Driver Monitoring System)
- Parking Distance Warning – Forward warning in addition to reverse warning
- Rear windshield wiper and washer
- Advanced Rear Occupant Alert – radar type (SEL trim and above)
- Parking Distance Warning – Side (XRT, Limited)
- Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist – Reverse/(New)Forward/(New)Side (XRT, Limited)
- Remote Smart Parking Assist 2 (XRT, Limited)
Improved Usability
The IONIQ 5’s interior offers improved ergonomics and convenience for an even more comfortable living space. In the center console, the upper part of the Universal Island now features physical buttons for frequently used functions, including heating and ventilation controls for first-row occupants, along with a button for the heated steering wheel and parking assist function. The wireless charging pad has been relocated to significantly enhance usability.
The 2025 IONIQ 5 features a more powerful next-generation infotainment system. Wireless Apple CarPlay® / Android Auto™ integration is standard across the range. All models are equipped with wireless Over-The-Air (OTA) software updates[ii] to ensure that the vehicle’s major controls remain up to date, also clearing the way for new features to be added remotely.
Furthermore, Hyundai engineers have introduced a slew of new safety and convenience features. These include the Hands-On Detection (HOD) steering wheel, Lane Following Assist 2, Remote Smart Parking Assist 2 (RSPA 2), and Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist – Reverse / Forward / Side (PCA-R/F/S).
In response to customer feedback, several features including Hyundai Digital Key 2 Premium, and a rear wiper/washer combo have also been applied. These confidence-inspiring features contribute to a safer, more convenient driving experience. Additional measures have been taken to enhance safety and ride comfort compared to previous models.
In terms of safety, the body, front and rear doors, and B-pillar parts have been reinforced to improve side collision protection. The vehicle also features eight airbags, including second-row side airbags for enhanced safety.
