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2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5: Range and Charging Enhancements
The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 has seen notable improvements in its range across various trims, appealing to a broader audience of electric vehicle (EV) shoppers. The all-wheel-drive SE ($50,500) and SEL ($53,000) variants gain a commendable range extension of 30 miles, reaching a total of 290 miles (467 km) on a full charge. In contrast, the more premium AWD Limited trim, priced at $58,100, experiences a smaller range increase, now offering 269 miles (432 km).
In addition to the core models, Hyundai introduces the $55,400 Ioniq 5 XRT, another all-wheel-drive variant that has garnered attention, which is discussed further in a related article.
Fast Charging Capabilities
Despite the upgrades in battery size, Hyundai has maintained impressive charging speeds. Using an 800 V-capable DC fast charger, both the standard and larger batteries can charge from 10 to 80 percent in just 20 minutes. However, the Ioniq 5 now features a new NACS (J3400) style charging port compatible with Tesla Superchargers, meaning CCS1 users will require an adapter, which is included with the vehicle purchase.
While Tesla’s Supercharger network is extensive, the charging capabilities at these stations may not match the performance of the 350 kW chargers found at Ioniq or Rivian charging stations. Consequently, charging times can be longer; for instance, the SE with a standard battery may take approximately 24 minutes to achieve 80 percent, whereas vehicles equipped with larger batteries can take around 30 minutes.
It is pertinent to note that enhancements in Tesla’s V4 hardware, which are pending release, may lead to faster charging options in the future.
Battery Management and Future Updates
During testing at a V3 Supercharger, the Ioniq 5, with a preconditioned battery at 45 percent, exhibited robust charging capabilities, initially achieving 126 kW and estimating a time of 16 minutes to reach 80 percent and 48 minutes for a full charge.
Hyundai aims to provide better user experience by allowing manual battery preconditioning for optimal charging efficiency. Additionally, a future over-the-air software update is expected to introduce plug-and-charge functionality, though it remains uncertain if this will be available for older CCS1 models. Until then, users will need to use applications to start their charging sessions, even at Tesla locations.
AC Charging Performance
For those opting for AC charging, the times are comparatively longer, with the smaller battery taking around 5 hours and 40 minutes to go from a 10 to 100 percent charge, while the larger battery will require approximately 7 hours and 20 minutes. In an effort to support new buyers, Hyundai is including a ChargePoint charger with each purchase, or alternatively, offering a $400 credit toward charging solutions.
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