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The 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5’s New Features and Price Shifts

Anubhav — Mon, 27 Nov 2023 14:35:16 +0000

The Hyundai Ioniq 5, a shining star in the electric vehicle (EV) market, continues to capture attention in the United States. With over 28,000 units sold up to October this year, the 2024 model subtly tweaks its formula of success.

The entry-level Hyundai Ioniq 5 has a decent 220 miles of range

The latest iteration, the 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5, remains technically similar to its predecessor, but adds a sprinkle of new safety and convenience features. These improvements come with a small price hike. The base model, the SE with a Standard Range battery, now starts at $41,650, a modest $200 increase from the 2023 version. This price adjustment is consistent across various trims, except for the SEL trim, which surprisingly sees a $200 price reduction.

Despite these price shifts, the Ioniq 5 remains an attractive option for EV enthusiasts. The entry-level version promises a respectable 220 miles of range, while the higher battery capacity versions offer up to 303 miles for rear-wheel drive and 260 miles for all-wheel drive.

A standout feature of the Ioniq 5 is its fast charging capability. It can recharge significantly in just 18 minutes under optimal conditions, a convenience that can’t be understated in today’s fast-paced world.

However, the price increase, especially for the high-end Limited trim which sees a $750 jump, raises questions. Is the price reflective of the evolving market, or does it hint at an increasing cost of EV technology? This increment might be a small indicator of the challenges automakers face in balancing advanced features with affordable pricing in the EV sector.

The Ioniq 5, with its range of trims and pricing, seems to cater to a broad spectrum of consumers. Whether it’s the cost-conscious buyer or the tech-savvy enthusiast, Hyundai appears to be striving to offer something for everyone in the 2024 lineup.

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Hyundai launches driverless ride-hailing service in Seoul, South Korea

Jed John Ikoba — Sun, 12 Jun 2022 04:17:20 +0000

Automaker Hyundai has introduced its Level 4 autonomous RoboRide service in the Gangnam district of Seoul, South Korea. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is at the heart of the deployment and will see a safety driver present for now.

Seoul’s Mayor and another city official were the first passengers in the new ride-hailing service in the Gangnam district. They were taken along a route in the district which is the only location for the service in Korea. There are no details as of now on when Hyundai will discontinue the presence of a safety driver in the RoboRide in Korea. The Ioniq 5 autonomous vehicles can accommodate up to three passengers at a time.

The Hyundai-powered RoboRide service in Korea will only be available to company employees at the start. The hailing is achieved using the i.M app, similar to the ones used by Waymo or Cruise. The i.M app was developed by Jin Mobility and it will rely heavily on AI. The Ioniq 5 itself is based on Hyundai’s Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS). There are no indications of how long this pilot RoboRide service will last in Korea. The company feels this milestone is an important inflection point as it continues to internalize autonomous driving technology.

There are twenty-five districts in Seoul and the RoboRide is only active in just one. This is because the traffic lights in the other districts are not yet capable of communicating with self-driving vehicles. The data that will be gathered from the pilot scheme will aid Hyundai in integrating several components in the production of autonomous vehicles.

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