If you don’t like it you should sell it. TBH almost every review said the car is much bigger than it looks and compared it to crossovers and SUVS.

 

They wernt kidding I guess. I didnt feel it when I test drove though... I guess I was caught up in the instrument panel and the acceleration to realize it. It truly is much bigger than even the person test driving it realizes I guess.

 

I've driven mini vans and a full size SUV rental just before getting this car and this car does not feel like those, but that's just me. Everyone is different. I would think you would have noticed this in your test drive, but if you don't feel good about it now and it bothers you that much, then do what you got to do to feel comfortable in a car you'll be using very often.

 

I guess thats the closest thing I can compare the feeling to... despite not driving a minivan in a very long time. I remember the distinct feeling of "I am in this square but not connected to it" when I drove that minivan for a few months and this sorta brings that feeling back a bit. Im not sure if after driving the Volt (A much smaller car by comparison) for 11 years I've just kind of gotten used to a smaller cockpit like car? I would assume I would get accustomed to this as well, but not sure, and worried "what if i dont?"

 

I'd give it more time. Part of it might be "new car"awkwardness. Also take some time to play with stuff, like seat height, so you don't feel so "above" the car.

 

Yea, I think you might be right... ive just had a long time in a much smaller car, and I think my perception needs time to change. I was kind of hoping someone here would chime in with "I felt the same way and now it feels great" to kind of give me something to look forward to, lol

 

I have a Bolt EUV, and honestly can't recommend it. I'll give you the pros and cons anyways though.

Pros

• It's styled very well inside and out. It feels much more premium inside than the EV version, which looks very plasticy and cheap. The headlight assembly looks modern yet simple and is plenty bright.
• Very energy efficient for being a "CUV" in normal conditions. In fair weather I usually get 4.0+ mi/kWh combined city/highway.
• Has good features for the price. I have the 2LT with the perforated leather front ventilated seats, and they are useful in Texas summers. It has wireless Android Auto which seems hard to find even though it became a feature in AA in 2019?
• Has the best 1-pedal driving I've ever used. I've test drove Mach-E, Ioniq 5, ID.4, and Model 3. It gives you the best control of deceleration at your fingertips (literally). Combining the 1 pedal with the paddle by the steering wheel, you can really fine tune your braking if you are good with your feet in both driving modes.
• Decent low-end acceleration for being a FWD vehicle. Yes this is a benefit for all EVs, but I was still surprised how zippy this is for its' size.

Cons

• A Toyota Corolla has a longer wheelbase. In fact, it's length is so short that when combined with the higher ride height than a regular Bolt, normal bumps bounce you back and forth in the seat uncomfortably. My wife finds the ride untolerable because of it.
• It has lots of rear leg room, but sacrifices so much trunk space than it's a struggle to even grocery shop without having to collapse the rear seats. Cant fit a set of golf clubs back there either. The Bolt EV actually gets 0.3 cu.ft. more trunk space than the EUV.
• It runs on a nearly decade old BEV platform. This is multiple cons in 1. This means the slowest DCFC on the market, low top speed (92mph), and risk of battery fires due to the recall because of the battery supplier (looking at you LG). Another issue with this is that the platform will be deprecated not long after Ultium officially releases. Good luck finding replacement parts in the next 10 years.
• Winter range is abysmal, I mean even more than normal. You'd be lucky if you get 130 miles on a full charge at highway speeds (70-75mph) in freezing weather even with sparing use of the heater. The heater on this vehicle is horrendous in terms of energy required.
• The Lane Keep Assist on it is a JOKE! It will keep you in the lane about 50% of the time you approach the edges of the lane. I honestly wish it would actually ping-pong between the lanes, but it doesn't even do that. Yes I do know it isn't lane-centering assist, which is only available on SuperCruise.
• Only available in FWD. How can you advertise as a Compact SUV, and not even have AWD available as an option?
• Seats are not as comfortable as others in the segment. They did improve them from years past by using harder foam, but I still find myself having to lift myself off the seat and adjust myself within less than an hour of a drive. I'm 6 feet tall and find myself a few inches too wide for the seats as well.
• Wireless Android Auto is an inconvenience almost every drive I take. It's delayed when you press buttons, it takes forever to connect when turning on the car, sometimes I even have to reset the Bluetooth on my phone for it to recognize my phone, and it disconnects/reconnects for any person driving by with a wifi signal or toll booth infrastructure.
• The recall is a huge pain to deal with. Either I have to get my range shrunk to 80% of its' advertised capacity, or I have to deal with tons of parking and charging restrictions. It's been really tough to deal with because of this since I live in an apartment.

Hope that helps you not regret the Ioniq 5 as much. I can't wait to get a Limited AWD in Lucid Blue after my buyback is completed because of the recall.

 

I have a Bolt EUV, and honestly can't recommend it. I'll give you the pros and cons anyways though.
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Hope that helps you not regret the Ioniq 5 as much. I can't wait to get a Limited AWD in Lucid Blue after my buyback is completed because of the recall.

That's what I ordered also, Preferred AWD Lucid Blue. Supposedly arrives next week. I have had small cars and a number of minivans (currently a Kia Rio and Pacifica in our family) and I don't find the interior of the Preferred anywhere near as big as the minivan but it doesn't feel cramped nor that you are engulfed which I do feel some of within smaller vehicles. I do however remember the first times I drove my mini-van back in my late 20's it felt strange and kind of open, a little unnerving and slightly too much space. After about a month, I found myself accustomed and feeling the opposite in a standard car - enclosed, things in the way. So I echo the recommendation to wait a bit and see.

 

For sure give it more time. If you have a family pack them in and go for a long drive. For me when I test drove the car I liked the roominess. Will fit my family of five and won’t get cramped liked my Mazda CX-5 now. See how you feel in a couple of months.

 

I havnt put the family in there yet (well, family of 1 kid and 1 wife, lol). Maybe a few trips with everyone in there will make me feel like the room is needed.. right now its just lonely me driving to and from work.

 

What color interior did you get? Even without the sunroof, I find the light interior feels very airy, especially with the open floor across the front, large windows, and air space between the cup holders and the center arm rest. In other words, the design might make it feel like the interior belongs to a larger vehicle. From what I see in video and pictures, it seems the EV6 has a more cockpit-like design to it, with a more substantial center console and screens that curve inward, probably reducing some of the airy feel from the Ioniq 5. Not to mention darker colors.

To answer your question though, from my perspective it is not too large at all. It's a good size, but given the choice, I wouldn't mind it larger by another 8-10%.

 

I’m used to the size of my Prius, so the IONIQ 5 seems a bit big to me. I plan on test driving one anyway. The revamped 2023 Kia Niro EV is probably a better fit for me, but specs haven’t been released yet, and I imagine it could be 6-9 months before that EV comes to the U.S.

 

I was definitely interested in the 2023 Kia Niro EV and also in what the Kona will become or turn into under the ioniq brand... but with my volt dieing, I couldnt wait the year to find out. Those sizes are probably closer to what I needed though is my guess.

 

It's not just you.

I test drove (3 times) the Ioniq 5 then would step back into my much nimbler RAV4 Prime and wonder why I needed the Ioniq 5.

I just bought a Model Y yesterday (Tesla forced me to accept delivery or they'd cancel it) and I have same opinion about it as I do the Ioniq 5. Both the Ioniq 5 and Y have mediocre turning radii and are really heavy. I could not put my finger on why I was a tad underwhelmed by my test drives (except maybe the Limited).

I drive my RAV4 Prime like a hothatch and it's very nimble in EV mode. It's probably 400+ lb lighter than the Y and Ioniq 5. I can toss it around a parking lot whereas I could/would not do that with the Ioniq 5 (or Y).

My favorite EVs are the lighter ones. I love the Model 3 Standard Range and the Mach-E RWD Standard Range. I test drove the 2022 Niro EV and that was a blast. It's a tiny little beater with loads of power. Definitely not a smooth ride but I can see why folks like them so much.

 

Ahhh, yes this does resonate with me. Ive never driven the Rav4 Prime but Ive heard it has plenty of power in EV mode. Was tempted to purchase that, but the markups were worse than the Ioniq5 and availability was worse (if you can believe it). I was tempted to get the M3, but the ride quality felt a little rough and the ride felt a little jerky. The Mach-E I've never had a chance to test drive... so cant say. I drove a Niro PHEV and was underwhelmed, but I have heard the EV version is very nice in how it handles, although braking seemed to be weak as well as regen is wonky.

I almost wish my car has lasted until 2023 so I can see that 2023kia Niro... or maybe a bolt EUV or a Kona electric. Something on the smaller side that handles really well and doesnt feel as gigantic in comparison. Getting into parking spots in this compared to my Volt is rough.... guess im just not used to it.

 

If it was a car I would say maybe but it’s not. The Ioniq 5 is classified as an SUV so I would say it’s small for an SUV.

 

You feel its small for an SUV? Goodness, I feel like it's huge for an SUV, lol. My previous SUV's were a Nissan Rogue and a Chevy Trax... I guess those might be more cross overs? I dont know anymore, lol

 

I'd give it some time. I came from an e-Golf and you're right the i5 seems large in parking lots and when on small roads but I am noticing that I'm adapting to it better each day. Feels really good on the highway and freeway. The room is essential for how I use the car, so I'm motivated to adapt.

 

When I first joined this forum many posters were comparing the HI5 to the Tesla Model 3. But the model 3 is a (poor) competitor for the Kona EV. The HI5 is a mid sized crossover, roughly comparable to the Tesla model Y, although the Model Y is more of a full sized SUV.

It is about same size as a Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV I had, but with a bit less height. As with the Outlander, I adapted fairly quickly. I suspect you will get used to it. Between the PHEV and HI5 I had a Kona EV (which I can highly recommend as a much better small car than the Tesla M3), but after a couple of months with the Ioniq 5 I really appreciate its sophistication and style.

 

The Model Y is definitely not a full sized SUV or closed to it. Tesla says it's a mid sized SUV, but from what I've seen I don't even agree with that. It's more of a suv crossover with it's hunchback model 3 look and size.

 

Just opened this thread and noticed that I was smiling reading it ...
Coming from two Outlander PHEVs, my wife constantly asks me why I switched to such a small car !
It's all about what you're used to, and I'm sure you will learn to appreciate the space in the I5 with time.
( Must show this thread to the wife )

 

Lol, I guess its all about the history.... for me coming from a volt, I am definitely in the opposite camp!, lol

 

I also purchase a SEL RWD. You should air your tire to 40 psi see how it goes. Just like Elon suggest to have model Y deair into 40 because it is too firm. I think ioniq 5 tuning have room to get more pressure and having about 3% better range.

 

Yes, the car is wider than most other private vehicles. In the UK, we have streets with width-restriction bollards, to prevent heavy vehicles from travelling through residential neighbourhoods, and I try to avoid these because I don't trust myself (the car can get through, but very narrowly). I have no issues in navigating the bollards with my other cars.

 

Not sure I agree with this. Of course it’s bigger than your typical hatchback but in comparison to the likes of an X3 or Q5 it’s very similar.
I am coming from an F Pace so this is much smaller which is a great thing

 

I came from a Kona and of course knew the I5 was a bigger car. However, after about 2 months ownership I can’t say I notice any more.

 

I'm glad to read this because I'm coming from a 2022 Kona Limited.

 

I like the roominess of I5, but the car is a little difficult to park for me. I suppose I'll get used to it in time.

 

I find it hard to park too! Even parking backwards, using rear view camera, I can't get it right the first time.

 

I'm across this question on a number of other forums. One of the markers that set the I5 apart from many of its competitors (and certainly from traditional designed ICE vehicles) is its extreme stance; a wide car of 4 wheels pushed right to the corners with next to no overhang, partnered with a long wheelbase of 3.0+ metres. When turning sharply or navigating in tight spaces (say while parking) this geometry produces a far greater sensation of "sweep" where the arc of the front wheels is far more pronounced then those of the rear. It's the reason why 4 wheel steering is of greatest benefit to long wheelbase vehicles.
Hyundai already marketed a small electric KONA SUV to wide acclaim.
The I5's dedicated ground up design Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP shared with KIA and GENISIS) has to work across a number of different brands, vehicle types, and markets, it's modularity providing significant cost benefit/economies of scale while reducing number of parts differentiation.
The IONIQ 5 success is crucial for Hyundai. I think they strove to bring to market a car that highlights the extraordinary benefits of a modular skateboard platform in efficiency of packaging and passenger space while making the car appear smaller than it actually is.
When more of the I5's sibling models are released the I5 will be seen very much as middle model, we are already aware of the I6, I7 and possibly an I9. The I7 looks to have the same proportions as the current Pallisade (a much larger vehicle) that will sit on exactly the same wheelbase as the I5.
I am a huge fan of the car. It's a completely different feeling driving sensation than any other car I've owned or driven. And I'm lucky enough to have scored a Project 45 with all the bells and whistles. That gives me an enormous amount of scope to set my profile up within the car's myriad settings to best reflect and enhance my driving experience.
What I would recommend for anyone feeling uncomfortable or daunted by the vehicle's size is give yourself some time ALONE with the car. Find an huge empty wharehouse car park and start playing with all the settings. It's such an important thing to feel comfortable in the car, and to know what and where the physical dimensional limits of the car are. But do it by yourself, because to really set the car up properly, to precisely best reflect how you wish to experience the car......well it takes some time, and some trial and error.
Do this and I can guarantee you'll feel more comfortable and at one with the vehicle.

 

The Ioniq 5 is wider than I would like; but I knew that after I did the test drive. I also test drove a VW ID3 which was more the sort of width I was comfortable with; but I preferred the Ioniq.

I have got used to the extra width now. On narrow country roads, the extra width coupled with the matt paint means I have to be careful not to scratch it against the hedge when passing other vehicles. When a see a vehicle approaching on a narrow road, I always try to stop somewhere that I think is wide enough, and let the other vehicle pass me - so that I have clearance from the hedge and it's the other driver's problem if he has to scrape the hedge on his side.

 

Yup, it's larger than UK roads were designed for! Ioniq 38 is about the "right" size imho, unless you have a large family & lots of luggage. Interestingly the "standard" battery Ioniq 5 has pretty similar range to the Ioniq 38! Being bigger isn't always better ...

 

The car is exactly the right size... Unless you don't want a crossover SUV.

People really like to compare it against the OG ioniq or maybe an egolf...

This is a crossover SUV, the car category and dimensions cannot be any clearer.

Despite this people are surprised of it's size... And also surprised it's not as efficient as the smaller OG ioniq.

 

I Dont feel its a crossover SUV though. I feel that is a Kona, or a Corolla Cross, or a Chevy Trax. This feels much larger than those, i'd definitely put this squarely in the SUV category... at least in my opinion. I feel like the "crossover SUV" name gets tossed around between so many cars of different sizes that saying the term makes the car size "clear" is just not possible. For example, on the Hyundai website, a Kona, a Venue, and a Santa Fe.... are all listed as SUV's. Id argue those cars are distinctly different sizes and knowing they are all "Suvs" according to Hyundai (The Maker) doesnt paint a clear picture at all. Are we talking Venue SUV or Palisade SUV or Santa Fe SUV? Very muddy picture, IMO.

 

I parked my Qashqai next to it, it was fairly similar so I’m happy with that.

 

Mine hasn't arrived yet, but my pre-order research has it as 190mm shorter than my 335d and with a 0.6m smaller turning circle. Very slightly wider.

On the two test drives it seemed like a perfectly satisfactory size.

 

I've driven large MPVs and vans, no problem. You know you have a big car and make the required adaptation.

However, I still get caught-out when driving the IONIQ 5 though, because being in the car it feels just like my other sedan/saloon cars, and I keep forgetting how wide it actually is.

 

You are correct...it is big, and I have noticed tha,t but like it. I attempted to transfer the cargo cover from my old Prius into my new SE. It fell almost a foot short indicating just how much wider the interior of the vehicle is that a Prius. (Did you notice your vehicle did not come with a cargo cover?) This makes it a lot easier to transport the large folding table I take down to the Farmers market to register voters every Saturday...the life of a retired person!

 

Oh to be retired! In Canada at least the ioniq5 didn't come with the cargo cover unless you got the top trim level. I'm assuming the same thing happened in the US.

 

I came to the Ioniq 5 from a VW ID.3. The turning circle in the ID.3 is uncanny and I could get that car anywhere. The Ioniq 5 is a whole different proposition and it’s a chore parking it when out and about, certainly in the UK. I’d fancy my chances with it in the US though where everything car related is about 50% bigger.

 

The IONIQ 5 is bigger than the ID.4... let alone the ID.3. I've test-driven the ID.4 and really liked it, but it was a 6 months wait for the ID.4, while the IONIQ 5 was in stock with the Hyundai dealer (signed on Friday, collected it the following Wednesday...). Having had the IONIQ 5 for six months now, I prefer it to the ID.4 that I test-drove, so quite pleased with how things worked out, even if originally my choice was mainly driven by availability.