For the 2026 model year, Hyundai has updated its sole Ioniq offering in India. We are talking about the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5, which has just been launched in the country at a price of Rs 55.7 lakh (ex-sh). It features major changes in the powertrain department as well as subtle exterior updates, including a larger long-range battery. let’s take a closer look.
2026 hyundai ionic 5
The new 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is offered in four different color options. These include Gravity Gold Matte, Midnight Black Pearl, Titan Grey, and Optic White. The launch price of this updated model is Rs 55.7 lakh (ex-sh). According to Hyundai, the 2026 Ioniq 5 gets comprehensive product upgrades in terms of performance, technology, safety and everyday usability.
As far as design is concerned, the new Ioniq 5 clearly looks like the Ioniq 5, as it retains most of its parametric pixel design identity and silhouette. The updates are in the form of bold front and rear bumper design, stronger front and rear skid plates, new sporty alloy wheel design, new rear spoiler design and a revised high tech V garnish lighting design.
On the inside, the user-centric cabin continues and it is still one of the most spacious and premium cabins in its segment. The interior of the 2026 Ioniq 5 features updates focusing on utility, accessibility and everyday driving comfort. For starters, we now get a new 3-spoke leather steering wheel with quad-dot illuminated logo.
What’s new?
Additionally, the 2026 model gets a heated steering wheel, twin (12.3” + 12.3”) infotainment screens and instrument cluster displays, heated and ventilated seats along with integrated physical controls, a redesigned wireless smartphone charging pad. Safety has also been improved and Hyundai has added Parking Collision Avoidance Assist – Rear and Parking Distance Warning.
Technical upgrades include Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (CCNC), Controller over the Air updates, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, Active Sound Design (ASD), remote immobilization for better vehicle theft protection through the Hyundai BlueLink app and a new in car payment feature that allows users to pay for EV charging directly through the infotainment screen.
Hyundai has given the 2026 Ioniq 5 a larger 84 kWh battery with a suggested range of 690 km, as opposed to the 72.6 kWh battery. 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Fast DC charging that reaches 350 kW. The previous record price of pre-update Hyundai Ioniq 5 was Rs 48.9 lakh, which has now increased to Rs 55.7 lakh (ex-sh).
Hyundai India’s statement
Commenting on the launch of the new Hyundai IONIQ 5, Mr. Tarun Garg, Managing Director and CEO, Hyundai Motor India Limited, said, “Hyundai IONIQ 5 is a true testament to our vision of redefining electric mobility. Having achieved the coveted World Car of the Year title along with multiple global accolades and being recognized as the Green Car of the Year at the Indian Car of the Year Awards, the IONIQ 5 sets new standards in design, technology and sustainability. Have been established.
With its strong global success and positive customer response in key markets including India, IONIQ 5 has played a key role in shaping Hyundai’s electric mobility journey. With the introduction of the new Hyundai IONIQ 5, we are building on this strong foundation by offering meaningful product upgrades that enhance driving range, technology and everyday convenience. These enhancements further strengthen the IONIQ 5’s appeal as a premium, future-ready electric SUV.
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