Pricing

The 2026 Ioniq 5 starts at $42,600 in SE AWD form, making it the least expensive vehicle in this comparison. The Tesla Model Y AWD follows at $43,630, while the EV6 Light Long Range AWD starts at $46,745. The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro AWD is the most expensive of the group at $50,470.

Powertrain and Performance

The Ioniq 5's dual-motor all-wheel-drive system produces 320 horsepower, matching the Kia EV6 and trailing only the Volkswagen ID.4's 335-hp output. Despite the lower headline figure, the Hyundai remains one of the quickest vehicles in this comparison. In Car and Driver testing, an Ioniq 5 SEL AWD accelerated from 0 to 60 mph in 4.4 seconds. That's slightly quicker than the EV6 GT-Line AWD (4.5 seconds) and the ID.4 Pro S AWD (4.8 seconds). The Tesla Model Y AWD reaches 60 mph in 3.9 seconds (Tesla doesn’t publish powertrain output figures).

Range and Charging

This is an aspect in which the competition is especially close: these models’ range estimates don’t vary tremendously. The Ioniq 5 SE AWD is EPA-rated for 290 miles, just behind the EV6 Light Long Range AWD (295 miles) and the Model Y AWD (294 miles). The ID.4 Pro AWD trails the group at 263 miles.

Hyundai estimates that the Ioniq 5 can recharge from 10% to 80% in about 20 minutes when connected to a compatible DC fast charger. Kia quotes a similar time, reflecting the shared underpinnings between the two vehicles. Volkswagen says the ID.4 can replenish its battery from 10% to 80% in about 28 minutes if it’s connected to a DC fast charger. Tesla estimates that a Model Y connected to a Supercharger can recover up to 169 miles of range in 15 minutes. All three non-Tesla models can access Tesla's Supercharger network.

Cabin Space

The exterior dimensions among these SUVs are relatively similar, but Hyundai makes especially efficient use of interior space. The Ioniq 5 rides on the longest wheelbase in the group at 118.1 inches, contributing to a roomy cabin. Rear-seat passengers benefit from 39.4 inches of legroom, exceeding the EV6's 39.0 inches and the ID.4's 37.6 inches. The Hyundai also leads the comparison in second-row shoulder room at 57.7 inches.

Warranty

Warranty coverage is another area where Hyundai stands out. The Ioniq 5 comes with a five-year/60,000-mile limited warranty, a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty, and a 10-year/100,000-mile warranty for its EV components. The EV6 matches those terms, but the Model Y and ID.4 offer shorter standard coverage of four years or 50,000 miles. Tesla covers the Model Y battery and drive unit for eight years or 120,000 miles, while Volkswagen includes an eight-year/100,000-mile high-voltage battery warranty for the ID.4.

Professional and Consumer Reviews

Third-party reviewers also place the Ioniq 5 at or near the top of the segment. Car and Driver awards the Hyundai a perfect 10 out of 10 rating, compared with 9 out of 10 for the Model Y, 8.5 out of 10 for the EV6, and 7.5 out of 10 for the ID.4. The publication also names the Ioniq 5 an Editors' Choice vehicle.

In Car and Driver's Best Electric Compact SUVs rankings, the Ioniq 5 places second overall. (Notably, the only vehicle ahead of it is the high-performance Ioniq 5 N.) The EV6 ranks third, followed by the Model Y in fourth place and the ID.4 in seventh. Consumer feedback takes a similar path. On Edmunds, owners award the Ioniq 5 an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars. The EV6 earns 4.3 stars, while the Model Y and ID.4 each receive 4.2 stars.