2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 EV launched in Malaysia – 58 kWh 2WD, 72.6 kWh AWD, 430 km range, priced from RM200k
Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors (HSDM) has officially launched the Ioniq 5 electric vehicle (EV) in Malaysia. Book order for EV opened last weekand we also give you a first look at the uniquely designed EV from preview trailer at 1 Utama.
As previously revealed, the Ioniq 5 comes in three variants, namely Lite, Plus and Max, according to Kona Electric was launched late last year. The Lite comes with a 58 kWh lithium ion polymer battery and rear-wheel drive, while the Plus is a higher-spec version of the 58 kWh RWD vehicle. The Max is a top-of-the-line car with a 72.6 kWh battery and dual AWD engines.
Price is RM199,888 for Lite, RM229,888 for Plus and RM259,888 for the ultimate Ioniq 5 Max. Of course, these uninsured road cars are completely exempt from import tax and excise tax, sales tax as well as road tax, as announced in Budget 2022. By the way, the price range of the smaller Kona Electric is from RM149,888 (39.2 kWh) to RM199,888 (64 kWh), so HSDM has a full range of EVs covering around RM150k to RM260k.
Note that the Ioniq 5 price above comes with a standard warranty of two years or 50,000 km plus an EV battery warranty of eight years or 160,000 km. The “Extended Warranty and Service Pack” costs an extra RM10k and will extend the warranty to 5 years for 100,000 km and includes service maintenance for 3 years or 50,000 km. The EV battery warranty remains the same.
HSDM is offering two home charging stations, which are optional items. Choose from a 7 kW AC unit for RM6k or a 22 kW AC unit for RM7,000. Rates include “standard installation” but there may be additional charges for additional installation requirements and additional cabling. If you choose the Max and add the extended warranty plus the 22 kW charger, the maximum price is RM276,888.
“Hyundai is paving the way for affordable electric vehicle ownership. There will be more electric vehicles in the lineup of different brands under Sime Darby Motors as we aim to lead the way in driving Malaysia towards low carbon mobility with a suite of products, services and services. services and capabilities across the automotive value chain to support the country’s electric vehicle plans,” said Jeffrey Gan, Retail and Distribution Manager at Sime Darby Motors Malaysia.
To the specifications. The 58 kWh RWD vehicle has a 170 PS/350 Nm (125 kW) rear motor, which accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 8.5 seconds, while the dual AWD motor has a combined output of 305 PS/ 605 Nm (225 kW) and a 0-100 km/h time of 5.2 seconds. The WLTP range per full charge is 384 km for the 58 kWh vehicle and 430 km for the 72.6 kWh AWD two-ton vehicle. Top speed is 185 km/h for both. There is an i-Pedal function for brakeless driving with a single pedal.
As for charging, with a DC 350 kW fast charger, users can save Ioniq 5’s battery from 10 to 80% in just 18 minutes, and even just 5 minutes of plugging in the charger can give you an extra 100 km of use. WLTP rated. limit. While we don’t have such a powerful charger yet, it’s good to know that the Ioniq is capable of faster charging when the hardware arrives.
Current DC fast chargers such as those above Shell Recharge network rated at 180 kW. At 50 kW, Hyundai says the Ioniq 5 will replenish 10% to 80% in 47 minutes, so standby times are much shorter at a 180 kW DC charger, even if it’s shared with an EV other. To fully recharge with an 11 kW home AC charger takes five hours for 58 kWh and over six hours for a slightly larger battery. The Ioniq 5 has a CCS2 port.
Built on dedicated Hyundai Global Power Module Platform (E-GMP) for electric vehicles (not shared with ICE cars, as in the case of Kona Electric), the Ioniq 5 supports both 400V and 800V charging infrastructure without the need for additional components or adapters. By the way, the Ioniq 5 can also play power bank, with a truck (V2L) socket under the rear seats that can deliver up to 3.6 kW to power things like e-bikes, scooters gas station, camping equipment, or even another electric vehicle with a dead battery.
Interestingly, HSDM calls the Ioniq 5 a Multi-Purpose Vehicle (CUV). We don’t see many crossovers or SUVs in the design, but they’re probably referring to the size of the EV. It may look like a Golf-sized hatchback in pictures, but on a larger scale. At 4,635 mm long and 1,890 mm wide, 430 mm longer and 90 mm wider than the Kona Electric, a B-SUV, and a 3 meter wheelbase 400 mm longer than the Kona.
In fact, that 3m wheelbase is longer than that of the Toyota Camry (2,825 mm) and Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2,939 mm), and the 20-inch wheels look natural on this bodywork. That’s what the AWD car gets (it’s the more complex-looking set you see here, with 255/45 tyres), an inch larger than the 19-inch (235/55) entries on the Lite and Plus. Boot space is a good 527 liters, expandable to a maximum of 1,587 liters. The frunk engine is 54L in RWD and 24L in AWD due to the front engine.
The electrical hardware is great, but what really sets the Ioniq 5 apart is its form. This EV is a faithful adaptation of Hyundai 45 Concept from Frankfurt 2019was in turn inspired by the 1974 Hyundai Pony Coupe Concept penned by Giorgetto Giugiaro, so the classic-modern look is dominated by straight lines and sharp angles.
The ‘Z’ on the profile is the brand’s “Parametric Dynamics” style in action, as seen on the latest Seventh generation Elantra. Tetris-style “Parametric Pixel” taillights – also found on Twin Towers of Staria MPV – great, as are the flat door handles and the scalloped bonnet. This is a refreshing design that is unlike anything else on the market today.
Inside, Hyundai says the Ioniq cabin uses environmentally friendly and sustainably sourced materials. The seats are upholstered in an eco-treated leather dyed and treated with linseed vegetable oil extract, while the textiles are derived from sustainable fibers such as bio-component sugar cane, wool and yarn poly, as well as fiber textiles made from used PET bottles. By the way, the steering wheel without the logo is intentional, and not Photoshop’s fault.
As for the kit, the Ioniq 5 is well equipped. Hyundai’s SmartSense suite of driver-assistance features is standard across the range, but the Lite omits the blind-spot monitor (camera feed, normal alert present), active door assist Safe Exit Alert (alert only) and surround view camera. The Lite has LED reflector headlights while the others have dual LED lights.
As for the seats, it’s fabric upholstery and power driver’s seat for the Lite, and leather with power front seats for the rest. The Max adds ventilated/heated front seats and heated rear seats, which are also powered (Malaysia may not need heating, but it’s available in a package), “premium pulsation” front seats, a power roof sun (assisted) and a Bose Sound System with seven speakers plus subwoofer and amp.
The Lite and Plus have all-black cabins, but if you go for the Max, you can opt for all-black or two-tone with dark or light gray seats. One of the two-tone options even has a dark green panel that’s almost black, but it’s not. Oh, and the signature Gravity Gold Matte color that is exclusive to Max, is also available in Shooting Star Gray Matte and glossy Lucid Blue Pearl.
Again, the tax free price for the Ioniq 5 is RM199,888 for Lite, RM229,888 for Plus and RM259,888 for Max with 72.6 kWh battery and dual AWD motors. That’s an extra RM10k for an extended warranty and service pack, in the style of BMW and HSDM selling two types of home AC chargers. What do you think of this EV?
PACKAGE: Hyundai Ioniq 5 Plus, 58 kWh
GALLERY: Hyundai Ioniq 5, US market
