Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD vs Kia EV5 Long Range

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD 7.3 s Runner-up: 7.5 s
Range winner Kia EV5 Long Range 600 km Runner-up: 570 km
Power winner Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD 229 hp Runner-up: 218 hp
Cargo winner Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD 527 L Runner-up: 513 L
Price winner Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD $44,900 Runner-up: $45,900

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD against the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use battery-electric powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 7.3 seconds, compared with 7.5 seconds for 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range. 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD has the higher listed output at 229 hp; 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range is rated at 218 hp, a difference of 11 hp. Both specifications list 350 Nm of torque. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Kia EV5 Long Range carries the longer listed range at 600 km, against 570 km for 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD. 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range has the lower recorded consumption at 14.0 kWh/100km; 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD is listed at 14.7 kWh/100km. 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 258 kW, compared with 233 kW. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 527 litres versus 513 litres, a difference of 14 litres. 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD carries the higher towing rating at 1,600 kg, while 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range is listed at 750 kg. 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD is 100 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD has the lower listed starting price at $44,900, compared with $45,900 for 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range. 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD2026 Kia EV5 Long Range2025
Performance
0-100 km/h7.3 s7.5 s
Top Speed185 km/h180 km/h
Power229 hp218 hp
Torque350 Nm350 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range570 km600 km
Battery84 kWh84 kWh
Efficiency14.7 kWh/100km14 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging258 kW233 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,715 mm4,615 mm
Ground Clearance160 mm175 mm
Cargo527 L513 L
Curb Weight1,985 kg1,890 kg
Towing1,600 kg750 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.6 m10.8 m
Starting MSRP$44,900$45,900

Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD vs Kia EV5 Long Range questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD or the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range?

2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 7.3 seconds, versus 7.5 seconds for 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD or the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range?

2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD has the higher listed top speed at 185 km/h (115 mph), compared with 180 km/h (112 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD or the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range?

2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD has more power at 229 hp, a 11 hp advantage over 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range.

Which has more range, the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD or the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range?

2025 Kia EV5 Long Range has the longer listed range at 600 km (373 miles), versus 570 km (354 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD or the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range?

Both specifications list a 84.0 kWh battery.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD or the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range?

2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD has more listed cargo space at 527 litres (18.6 cu ft), versus 513 litres (18.1 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD or the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range?

2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,600 kg (3,527 lb), compared with 750 kg (1,653 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD or the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range?

2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD is heavier at 1,985 kg (4,376 lb), while 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range is listed at 1,890 kg (4,167 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD or the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range?

2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $44,900 USD, compared with $45,900 USD for 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD or the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range?

2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.