Facelifted Hyundai Ioniq 5 Electric SUV Launched At Rs 55.70 lakh: More Range, Higher Price

Hyundai has launched the facelifted Ioniq 5 electric SUV at a price of Rs 55.70 lakh, ex-showroom. This new version replaces the earlier model and brings a larger battery pack, a higher claimed range and a set of cosmetic and feature updates. It is the first major revision to the Ioniq 5 since it was introduced in this market in 2023.

The most significant change is under the floor. The earlier Ioniq 5 used a 72.6 kWh battery pack. The updated car now gets an 84 kWh unit. According to the company, this has pushed the ARAI-certified driving range up to about 690 km on a single charge, compared to around 630 km for the outgoing version. In the real world, expect about 460 Kms.

The rest of the electric drivetrain continues with a single-motor rear-wheel-drive layout for the India-spec car. Power and torque figures are expected to be in the same ballpark as the international rear-wheel-drive variant, which produces power in the low-200 PS range and torque of about 350 Nm.

This bigger battery and range improvement come with a clear price increase. The earlier Ioniq 5 started at roughly Rs 46.30 lakh ex-showroom. With the facelift, the starting price has moved up by around Rs 9–10 lakh to Rs 55.70 lakh.

That places the car closer to other premium EVs such as the Kia EV6, some German compact electric SUVs and new entrants like the Volvo EX30 and BYD’s larger models. The Ioniq 5 is now firmly in premium EV territory instead of sitting at the lower edge of that bracket.

On the outside, the Ioniq 5 retains its distinctive retro-futuristic hatchback SUV shape. The facelift focuses on details rather than a complete redesign. The car gets revised front and rear bumpers, a slightly different rear spoiler design, new alloy wheel patterns and additional colour options. The pixel-style lighting signatures remain, preserving the original design theme. The overall length, width and height are largely unchanged, so there is no impact on interior space.

Inside the cabin, Hyundai has made updates to keep the car aligned with current expectations at this price point.

The basic layout with a flat floor, twin-screen display and sliding centre console continues. The infotainment system software has been updated, and the car now supports wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, which were missing earlier. The materials and trim have been refreshed in some areas, and Hyundai has added new ambient lighting and upholstery combinations to keep the cabin feeling current.

Feature additions also extend to safety and driver assistance. The updated Ioniq 5 continues to offer a full suite of active safety functions such as adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assistance and autonomous emergency braking. Newer functions like rear collision detection and improved parking assistance have been added or enhanced. The car also retains features like ventilated front seats, a premium sound system, multiple drive modes and battery pre-conditioning for fast charging.

Charging performance remains a key part of the Ioniq 5 story. Built on Hyundai’s E-GMP platform, the SUV supports high-voltage fast charging. With the right DC fast charger, the battery can be charged from a low state of charge to a high level in a relatively short time, although real-world times depend heavily on charger availability and conditions. The larger 84 kWh pack will take longer to charge fully than the older unit, but the higher usable range means owners may not need to plug in as frequently for regular commuting.

The price increase will be a key talking point for potential buyers. The earlier car was often viewed as a value pick among premium EVs because it offered a high-spec dedicated EV platform, distinctive design and strong equipment at a lower price than some rivals. With the new price, the Ioniq 5 is positioned more clearly as a premium product. Buyers will have to weigh the benefit of the extra range and feature upgrades against the higher upfront cost.

For customers who do long highway runs or who want to minimise charging stops, the larger battery and extra range may make the new price easier to accept. For others who mainly use the car in the city and charge at home frequently, the earlier version’s range might already have been sufficient, and the higher price could be harder to justify. The Ioniq 5 still stands out for its design, space and tech-focused cabin, but it now operates in a more competitive price band.

Hyundai’s decision to move the Ioniq 5 up the price ladder suggests that it sees this model as a flagship rather than a bridge between mass-market cars and luxury EVs. With this update, the car becomes a viable choice for buyers looking for a high-tech electric SUV with a long claimed range and a distinctive design. However, the steep price tag may prove to be the biggest stumbling block.