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2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5

The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is a compact SUV, rated at 115 MPG combined by the EPA. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for this model year.

2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5
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Combined MPG
115· 245 mi
NHTSA safety
Not rated
Starting price
$42,000
Recalls
2

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeHyundai
ModelIoniq 5
Model year2026
Vehicle classCompact SUV

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
TransmissionAutomatic (A1)
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
FuelElectricity

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG131
Highway MPG100
Combined MPG115
Combined MPGe29
Electric range245 mi
EPA annual fuel cost$650

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Ioniq 5 AWD (19inch Wheels)106 MPG combined
Ioniq 5 AWD (20inch Wheels)98 MPG combined
Ioniq 5 AWD XRT94 MPG combined
Ioniq 5 N78 MPG combined
Ioniq 5 Robo taxi71 MPG combined
Ioniq 5 RWD114 MPG combined
Ioniq 5 Standard range115 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City131 MPG
Highway100 MPG
Combined115 MPG
Combined29 MPGe
Electric range245 mi

Efficiency vs class average

Ioniq 5115 MPG
Class average32.2 MPG

About 257% more efficient than the Ioniq 5's class average.

Est. monthly payment
$740/mo
Amount financed
$37,800
Total interest
$6,576
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5-year fuel cost
$11,853

$2,371/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $0.17/kWh

Combined MPGe115
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC

NHTSA has not published NCAP crash-test ratings for this model year yet.

Recalls (2)

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL26V047000 · 2026-01-27

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 IONIQ 5, Santa Cruz, Kona, Palisade, Palisade Hybrid, Santa Fe, Santa Fe Hybrid, Sonata, Sonata Hybrid, and Tucson vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."

    Remedy: The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 24, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 293. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 28, 2026.

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY26V068000 · 2026-02-06

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 IONIQ 5 and 2026 IONIQ 9 vehicles. The high voltage battery system may contain an improperly tightened bus bar, which can cause a short-circuit.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the bus bar retention bolts and replace the battery system assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 3, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 294. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 7, 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5?

The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is EPA-rated at 115 MPG combined (131 city / 100 highway).

Is the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 reliable?

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 costs roughly $2,371 per year to charge, or about $11,853 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5?

The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is classified as a compact suv. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC