Head-to-head
Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs Hyundai Ioniq 6 N
At $76,200 the Hyundai Ioniq 5 undercuts the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N by $38,800 (34%) — but does the premium deliver enough of an edge to justify itself? Here's how the two compare on price, range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · SUV
Hyundai Ioniq 5
Hyundai's retro-futuristic Ioniq 5 shares mechanicals with the Kia EV6 but adopts a more upright, lounge-like cabin and pixel-art lighting. The N performance variant brings tracky thrills to the family EV space.
- From
- $76,200
- Range
- 507 km
- Battery
- 84 kWh
Option B · Sedan
Hyundai Ioniq 6 N
The Ioniq 6 N takes the N treatment to Hyundai's electric sedan — same 478 kW dual-motor powertrain as the Ioniq 5 N, but in a slipperier shape that yields a 3.2s 0-100 and better range.
- From
- $115,000
- Range
- 467 km
- Battery
- 84 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Hyundai Ioniq 6 N, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Power · advantage Hyundai Ioniq 6 N
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N puts down 310 kW more (478 vs 168 kW).
- 2
Range · advantage Hyundai Ioniq 5
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 goes 40 km further on a charge (507 vs 467 km WLTP).
- 3
Price · advantage Hyundai Ioniq 5
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 undercuts the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N by $38,800 (34%) on starting price.
- 4
0–100 km/h · advantage Hyundai Ioniq 6 N
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N is 4.2 s quicker to 100 km/h (3.2 s vs 7.4 s).
- 5
Boot · advantage Hyundai Ioniq 5
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 swallows 126 L more cargo with the rear seats up (527 vs 401 L).
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Hyundai Ioniq 5 wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $38,800
- ▸ 40 km longer WLTP range
Where the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N wins
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (3.2s vs 7.4s)
Hyundai Ioniq 5
What we like
- ✓ Distinctive design inside and out
- ✓ Class-leading 800V fast charging
- ✓ Cavernous flat-floor interior
What we don't
- ✕ 5-year vehicle warranty trails Kia
- ✕ Rear visibility hampered by tall belt-line
- ✕ Wide turning circle for the segment
Hyundai Ioniq 6 N
What we like
- ✓ Class-leading 3.2s 0-100
- ✓ Sedan aerodynamics extend range vs Ioniq 5 N
- ✓ 800V architecture for fast DC charging
What we don't
- ✕ Premium pricing for a Hyundai badge
- ✕ Boot smaller than Ioniq 5 N
- ✕ Polarising aero design
Frequently asked: Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs Hyundai Ioniq 6 N
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 or the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N?
- The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $76,200 versus $115,000 for the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N, a $38,800 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Hyundai Ioniq 5 has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 507 km, 40 km further than the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N's 467 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which is quicker off the line?
- The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N does 0–100 km/h in 3.2 seconds — 4.2 s quicker than the Hyundai Ioniq 5's 7.4 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
- Is the Hyundai Ioniq 5 better value than the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N?
- On paper the Hyundai Ioniq 5 is $38,800 cheaper, but the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N edges ahead on most other measurable specs. Whether the saving justifies the gap depends on which features matter most to you, and how much weight you give to brand and dealer factors.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
Hyundai Ioniq 5
if…
- ✓ you want to save $38,800 on the sticker
- ✓ maximum range matters (40 km further per charge)
- ✓ you regularly load it up (126 L more boot)
Choose the
Hyundai Ioniq 6 N
if…
- ✓ you want quicker acceleration off the line
- ✓ you match the profile: performance sedan buyers
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.