I did a comprehensive review last year. Owned both.
IONIQ 5 Review and Comparison to Model Y
Ioniq 5
Pros
- Stunning looks
- Maximum range of 303 miles
- Fast-charging ability
- Sustainable cabin materials
- Zero-emissions driving
- Over-the-air updates for maps and multimedia software
Cons
- Range good, but still not at Tesla levels
- Entry-level version with smaller battery not on sale until the spring
- Interior lacks the retro-futuristic charm of the exterior
New?
- The Ioniq 5 is completely new and a great first surge into the EV market
- Comes with 800-volt fast-charging capability
- Offers latest Highway Driving Assist 2 features
- Base model with 220 miles of range arrives in the spring
PRICING
IONIQ 5 LIMITED $56945 MODEL Y LR $69440
Hard to find.... Long wait
Up to $10 markup Inconsistent delivery dates
12495 Savings
$7500 Tax Credit
$19,995 Less than a Model Y
Advantage IONIQ 20 points
DRIVING
An all-wheel-drive Ioniq 5 has a second motor driving the front wheels. This 74-kilowatt front motor brings total output to 320 horsepower and 446 lb-ft of torque. The AWD Ioniq 5 hits 50 mph in less than five seconds, delivering satisfying punch from a standstill, but also confident thrust at higher speeds. All variants have a top speed of 115 mph.
IONIQ 5 LIMITED $56945 MODEL Y LR $69440 (NO FSD)
Handles well vs Great Handling
Quiet (Laminated windows) vs Quiet (Laminated windows)
Steering Assist vs Autopilot
Wide 55 tires, vs smooth Wheel Choice
256 Range, actual 264 vs 318 Range, actual 275
0 – 60 in 4.74 sec vs 0 to 60 in 4.8 sec
Advantage Model Y LR 5 points (50 points for me)
The autopilot totally outshines the steering assist. I almost took out the neighbor's garbage cans and lawn while driving the IONIQ 5.
This is the primary reason I am not keeping the vehicle. My wife said, “You need to get rid of this car before you kill both of us!”
For someone who has never owned a TESLA, the IONIQ would be just fine, but my body and brain memory will not let me trust this vehicle. A neighbor with an ID-4 said the same thing. The only safe way to drive with the steering assist is with it off.
EXTERIOR STYLING
IONIQ 5 LIMITED $56945 vs MODEL Y LR $69440 (NO FSD)
Fresh, new vs Dated duck bill styling
Turns hundreds of heads vs Looks like every other TESLA
Generated over 30 comments in 3 wks Mundane, 8 year old styling.
Some fresh new colors (Gag green) vs Same old 5 Red & Blue only color
Advantage IONIQ5 5 points
INTERIOR STYLING
IONIQ 5 LIMITED $56945 vs MODEL Y LR $69440 (NO FSD)
Great passenger room vs Limited passenger room
No appreciable FRUNK vs Sizeable FRUNK
No deep rear trunk vs Deep rear trunk
Soft comfortable styling vs Dated styling
Advantage TIE
FAVORED FEATURES
IONIQ 5 LIMITED $56945 vs MODEL Y LR $69440 (NO FSD)
Front seat leg support vs Not available
Vehicle to load charging vs Not available
Ultra-fast charging 10% to 18% in 18 min vs Slower charging rates
Cool shade for roof meets in the middle vs None
Advantage IONIQ 5 5 points
STANDARD FEATURES
IONIQ 5 LIMITED $56945 MODEL Y LR $69440 (NO FSD)
AWD vs AWD
Blue Link Ltd phone control vs Good phone control
No auto lock vs Auto-Lock HUGE
No auto shut-off vs Auto shut off HUGE
Four-level regenerative braking vs Off/On regenerative braking
Three driving levels Eco/Norm/Sport vs One driving level
Advantage TIE
SECURITY
IONIQ 5 LIMITED $56945 vs MODEL Y LR $69440 (NO FSD)
No security cameras vs SENTRY
Advantage Model Y 5 points
Pet Peeves
IONIQ 5 LIMITED $56945 vs MODEL Y LR $69440 (NO FSD)
Blind spot mirrors
vs No blind spot mirror HUGE for me
Push button to initiate front sensors vs Automatic sensors
All and all the IONIQ 5 is well-designed and beats the MODEL Y in a number of areas, including styling and significantly in price ($20,000).
It is an excellent vehicle out of the box.
If I weren’t already brain trained in AUTOPILOT, I would keep the IONIQ 5.
It is a super deal for an ICE driver and likely a better deal than a Model Y
UPDATE
The IONIQ 5 was sold for more than I paid and I am enjoying my Model Y Performance.