Hyundai IONIQ 5 has been discontinued — this model is no longer sold new in South Africa. All specifications, variants and pricing shown below are for historical reference. See current Hyundai models still on sale.
Suv Electric Single-Speed Reduction Gear RWD 5-seat

Hyundai IONIQ 5

Historical South African specifications and last-listed pricing

Generation First generation Ioniq 5 on Hyundai's dedicated E-GMP electric platform; 800V fast charging architecture allows rapid 18-minute charge from 10-80% at suitable DC fast chargers Body style SUV
IONIQ 5 is a discontinued South African SUV with historical specifications for used-car research.
ZAR 859,900 · last listed
Last listed price ZAR 859,900
Torque:350Nm (258 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:160mm (6.3″) Power:125kW (168 bhp) Electric Range:384km Boot527L (18.6 cu ft)

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Hyundai IONIQ 5

IONIQ 5 is a discontinued South African SUV with historical specifications for used-car research.

Launched in SA in 2022; updates to battery specifications and charging capabilities followed; the car has been on Hyundai SA's EV flagship from launch. First generation Ioniq 5 on Hyundai's dedicated E-GMP electric platform; 800V fast charging architecture allows rapid 18-minute charge from 10-80% at suitable DC fast chargers. 12-inch dual connected screens, vehicle-to-load (V2L) external charging capability, large flat floor from the skateboard platform, relaxing zero-gravity front seats, augmented reality head-up display on Fluid and Executive. The IONIQ 5 has a clearer South African buying case when its suv shape is connected to the work it must do. The useful starting points are engine of Battery-electric powertrain and a power output of 125 kW; together they explain more than a badge or a screen size. For a buyer searching the IONIQ 5 price and specifications in South Africa, the interesting part is the trade-off rather than the feature count. An SUV body describes the opportunity; Electric power and engine of Battery-electric powertrain describe the conditions around it. For this South African suv, the owner should weigh colour availability of White, Black, Grey, Teal, Blue against the route, load and cost of the vehicle. A proper look at the IONIQ 5 begins with the local specification, then moves to the owner’s week. Here, a Single-Speed Reduction Gear transmission sits beside a Single-speed Automatic transmission, while a rear-wheel drive drivetrain sets a practical boundary. The IONIQ 5 is not best understood by one headline number. Its appeal comes from the interaction between a rear-wheel drive drivetrain, a listed ground clearance of 160 and a listed electric range of 384 km (WLTP). IONIQ 5 is discontinued in South Africa, so a used example should be judged by condition, service history, parts support and remaining cover rather than a new-car price promise. The useful starting points are a rear-wheel drive drivetrain and a listed ground clearance of 160; together they explain more than a badge or a screen size for IONIQ 5. For family travel, the deciding question is whether the vehicle remains comfortable and affordable after ordinary fuel, insurance, tyre and service costs are included for IONIQ 5

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Hyundai IONIQ 5 Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
58kWh RWD Motion Discontinued Motion Electric 384 km (WLTP) Electric range384 km (WLTP) Single-Speed Reduction Gear ZAR 859,900last listed
72kWh RWD Fluid Discontinued Fluid Electric 460 km (WLTP) Electric range460 km (WLTP) Single-Speed Reduction Gear ZAR 928,900last listed
72kWh AWD Executive Discontinued Executive Electric 430 km (WLTP) Electric range430 km (WLTP) Single-Speed Reduction Gear ZAR 1,068,900last listed
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
58kWh RWD Motion Discontinued Motion Electric 384 km (WLTP) Electric range384 km (WLTP) Single-Speed Reduction Gear ZAR 859,900last listed
72kWh RWD Fluid Discontinued Fluid Electric 460 km (WLTP) Electric range460 km (WLTP) Single-Speed Reduction Gear ZAR 928,900last listed
72kWh AWD Executive Discontinued Executive Electric 430 km (WLTP) Electric range430 km (WLTP) Single-Speed Reduction Gear ZAR 1,068,900last listed
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Hyundai IONIQ 5 Specifications

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Where the Hyundai IONIQ 5 Fits Best

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Who buys this

The Ioniq 5 represents a genuine evolution in its segment, balancing practical daily usability with longer-term ownership satisfaction. IONIQ 5 makes the most sense for an owner whose route and budget agree with a power output of 125 kW

City
Visibility is adequate for metropolitan traffic navigation. Drive the IONIQ 5 through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic. A Single-speed Automatic transmission matters when the cabin or load is full, and a rear-wheel drive drivetrain can change the cost of repeated short trips
Highway
Run IONIQ 5 at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe overtake, and see whether the driver can remain relaxed after an hour. The interaction between a Single-Speed Reduction Gear transmission, a Single-speed Automatic transmission and a rear-wheel drive drivetrain is more informative than maximum speed. On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the IONIQ 5 out with the load it normally carries. Observe the joining response, overtaking reserve, braking, crosswind behaviour, seat support and cabin noise for IONIQ 5. A listed ground clearance of 160 gives context, but a number cannot show how a listed electric range of 384 km (WLTP) feels on a gradient for IONIQ 5. Plan fuel or charging stops around actual use; the stated consumption reference is a comparison reference, not a promise for every trip for IONIQ 5
Off-Road
For IONIQ 5, the sensible check is the exact rwd arrangement, tyre specification, load and protection underneath. If the IONIQ 5 will leave smooth tar, test the actual road rather than the image around it. A slow run over corrugations, a sharp entrance and a loaded crest will show whether the suspension, tyres and underside suit the duty for IONIQ 5. Check a power output of 225 kW against the stated drivetrain for IONIQ 5. Maintained gravel can be a reasonable use case for many road vehicles; deep sand, mud and water demand confirmed equipment and a recovery plan for IONIQ 5

Hyundai IONIQ 5 — Should You Buy It?

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A used-buying option only when condition, history and remaining support justify the price.

Market positioning places the Ioniq 5 as a premium vehicle for buyers prioritizing premium refinement. Ownership costs align with realistic expectations. The buying case for IONIQ 5 is specific. Engine of Battery-electric powertrain gives it a reason to be considered, while a power output of 125 kW and a Single-Speed Reduction Gear transmission set the boundaries. IONIQ 5 is easiest to recommend when the buyer can point to a concrete benefit in a rear-wheel drive drivetrain and accept the limitation represented by a power output of 160 kW. The local price should be judged against the equipment that is actually included, not an adjacent trim for IONIQ 5. That is the difference between a sound purchase and an expensive specification mismatch for IONIQ 5

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: SUV
  • ✓Fuel type: Electric
  • ✓Engine: Battery-electric powertrain
  • ✓Power output: 125 kW
  • ✓Transmission: Single-Speed Reduction Gear
  • ✓Gearbox: Single-speed Automatic
  • ✓Drive layout: RWD
  • ✓Ground clearance: 160
  • ✓Electric range: 384 km (WLTP)
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for IONIQ 5 can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for IONIQ 5 depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written IONIQ 5 quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate IONIQ 5 budget.
  • ✕A short IONIQ 5 test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕IONIQ 5 capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent IONIQ 5 grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published IONIQ 5 figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm IONIQ 5 stock and support terms.

Hyundai IONIQ 5 FAQs

The retained historical listing for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 shows R859,900 to R1,068,900, depending on the derivative. These are reference prices from its period on sale, not current new-vehicle offers.

The Ioniq 5 represents a genuine evolution in its segment, balancing practical daily usability with longer-term ownership satisfaction. IONIQ 5 makes the most sense for an owner whose route and budget agree with a power output of 125 kW

Visibility is adequate for metropolitan traffic navigation. Drive the IONIQ 5 through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic.

Run IONIQ 5 at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe overtake, and see whether the driver can remain relaxed after an hour. The interaction between a Single-Speed Reduction Gear transmission, a Single-speed Automatic transmission and a rear-wheel drive drivetrain is more informative...

Buyers researching the Hyundai IONIQ 5 often compare it with rivals such as Chery Tiggo 9 PHEV , BMW X2 , Ford Everest , LDV D90 , Mercedes-Benz GLA . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — range, charging, performance, price and running costs can differ substantially.

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