Greater Noida: Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL), India’s first smart mobility solutions provider and largest exporter since inception, today launched the much anticipated Hyundai IONIQ 5 in India at Auto Expo—The Motor Show 2023. Hyundai IONIQ 5 will be the company’s first dedicated EV model for customers who want to be in charge of a brighter and more sustainable future.
Commenting on the launch of Hyundai IONIQ 5, Unsoo Kim, MD & CEO, Hyundai Motor India Ltd., said, “As we evolve towards a brighter and more sustainable tomorrow, Hyundai is proud to introduce the IONIQ brand to India with the launch of Hyundai IONIQ 5, symbolizing our commitment to ‘Progress for Humanity. Reflecting our vision, with the Hyundai IONIQ5, we are aspiring to give customers quality time and make their mobility journey as rewarding and worthwhile as possible. Hyundai IONIQ 5 represents our shift towards future mobility with tenets that encapsulate intelligent technology, innovation, and sustainability. Driving the pump to plug revolution, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 will pave the way for faster adoption of electric mobility and build customer confidence towards truly liberating electric mobility solutions.”
Hyundai IONIQ 5 has been launched in India on the underpinnings of E-GMP (Electric Global Modular Platform), which will pave the way for a new era of electric mobility lifestyle and has been anchored on the pillars of modularity, performance, reliability, and usability. Each of these pillars is perfectly personified by the Hyundai IONIQ 5.
Development Concept
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 features pure and timeless design elements that were intended to remain contemporary throughout the ages. Paying homage to its roots, the Hyundai IONIQ 5’s design has been inspired by Hyundai’s first passenger vehicle, the Hyundai Pony. With extravagant interiors and superior comfort, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 has been engineered to deliver an exciting electric mobility experience—one that truly adds versatility and opulence to every single journey. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 was built on E-GMP to provide the next level of smart mobility experiences while maintaining the highest levels of safety and convenience.Created along the lines of Hyundai’s global design identity of “sensuous sportiness”, Hyundai IONIQ 5 reflects the company’s vision to build a future-ready all-electric SUV with innovation at the core of its DNA. For Indian consumers, Hyundai IONIQ 5 has been developed on the tenets of five key pillars:
- Impressive Exterior
- Opulent Interiors
- Novel Technologies
- Incredible Performance and Safety
- Quenching Convenience
Impressive Exterior
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 boasts a unique exterior that will herald a new era of design. Representing the visual identity of the Hyundai IONIQ 5, the façade features an interplay of parametric pixels and is characterized by clean, sharp lines.
The iconic front is defined by parametric pixel LED headlamps that boast a unique pixel signature, reflecting the design inspiration of the Hyundai IONIQ 5. When the lamp is turned off, the Premium front LED accent lighting has transflective coating technology that gives the appearance of a garnish.The front bumper with skid plate showcases planar symmetry, while diagonal creases provide a hi-tech interpretation of “sensuous sportiness.” The clamshell hood features a smooth and seamless design, bolstering the minimalistic appeal of this all-electric SUV.
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 also features an Active Air Flap (AAF) that improves aerodynamics when closed and cools vehicle parts when open.
The dynamic side design seamlessly carries forward the visual identity of this all-electric SUV, while the rear is a quintessential depiction of “sensuous sportiness.” The side profile of the Hyundai IONIQ 5 sports a definitive Z-shaped character line that exudes elegance and dynamism. The R20 (D=512.8 mm) parametric pixel design alloy wheels present a refreshing take on parametric pixel geometry, with the design of the wheels focusing on aerodynamics.
Accentuating the unique exquisiteness of the Hyundai IONIQ 5, this all-electric SUV features auto-flush door handles that automatically pop out when the driver is in close proximity. The parametric pixel design is further carried through to the rear, with the Hyundai IONIQ 5 emblem featured in between parametric pixel LED tail lamps. The rear spoiler with an LED high-mount stop lamp (HMSL) resonates with this all-electric SUV’s unique design philosophy, adding athletic sensibilities while simultaneously improving vehicle aerodynamics.
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