The upcoming Hyundai Ioniq 5 retains its strong appeal with a spacious interior, efficient electric driving range, and a user-friendly digital interface, making it a standout in the compact EV segment. However, lingering concerns include its less engaging driving dynamics compared to rivals and some persistent software quirks that have yet to be fully resolved. Potential buyers weighing performance and refinement will find this breakdown of its strengths and weaknesses particularly useful. The review highlights which aspects of the Ioniq 5 still shine and where it continues to fall short after closer inspection.
2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5: Here’s what we still like, here’s what annoys us Ars Technica
