After the announcement of the Kia EV6 in India, Hyundai has confirmed the launch of the IONIQ 5 BEV in the Indian market in the second half of the year. The Hyundai IONIQ 5, which was recently crowned World Car of the Year (WCOTY) 2022, will kick off Hyundai's BEV development plans in India.
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The IONIQ 5 is based on Hyundai Motor Group's Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), a revolutionary platform designed specifically for next-generation battery-electric vehicles that will usher in a new age of clean mobility for the company. Under the banner of Beyond Mobility, IONIQ 5 will set a new standard in India by combining intelligent technology, sustainability, and creativity to revolutionize the electric mobility lifestyle.
Mr. Unsoo Kim, MD & CEO of Hyundai Motor India Limited, commented on the news. As a customer-centric brand, Hyundai is focussing very strongly on electric mobility across its businesses and product range for a progressive and sustainable future. Hyundai is proud to receive the World Car of the Year 2022 for the IONIQ 5 as this award is a true testament to our vision and efforts in driving the adoption of BEVs globally."
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Hyundai Motor India has already committed to the expansion of our BEV line-up to 6 models by 2028 and today, with great pride we are announcing the introduction of IONIQ 5 in CY 22 in India. Powering up a new era of electric mobility, IONIQ 5 is all set to redefine the aspirations of customers with solutions that exceed in every sphere, elevating their mobility experiences beyond the conventional.
He further added, "IONIQ 5 will epitomize the innovative application of intelligent technology in mobility. With our 25-year journey of togetherness in India, Hyundai is happy to partner with this great nation on a new quest to charge up the adoption of EVs at scale.
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The Hyundai IONIQ 5 will most likely be available in a single-motor, rear-wheel-drive version that produces 168 bhp and 350 Nm of peak torque. The 125kW motor will be powered by a 58 kWh battery pack, with a stated range of 384 kilometres on a single charge. The IONIQ 5 may be available with the more powerful 72.6 kWh battery type on higher models.
The official launch date for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 in India is yet to be announced by the Korean automaker. Similarly, the official specifications have yet to be released.
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