Hyundaiβs updated IONIQ 5 was officially caught out in the wild. Ahead of its launch, the new 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 was spotted testing in the US. From the first look, Hyundaiβs best-seller is getting even more stylish with a bold new facelift. It will also come with a Tesla NACS port.
Itβs been a month since Hyundai unveiled the updated 2025 IONIQ 5. The new model will be the first vehicle built at Hyundaiβs $7.6 billion EV plant in Georgia, opening as soon as this month.
The βIONIQ 5 has been a sales success for us since day one,β Hyundai Motorβs North American CEO, Jose Munoz, said during the event. Hyundaiβs electric SUV was the sixth best-selling EV in the US last year, with nearly 34,000 models sold.
The momentum has continued this year, with the IONIQ 5 placing fourth in Q2. However, the updated model is poised to attract even more demand.
Hyundaiβs new 2025 IONIQ 5 will not only be the first US-made EV at its new facility but also the first to include an NACS charging port.

New IONIQ 5 buyers will have access to over 17,000 Tesla Superchargers, double the number of DC-fast chargers for current IONIQ 5 drivers.
Hereβs the new 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 spotted in the US
Hyundai equipped the new model with more battery capacity (63 kWh vs 58 kWh), which is expected to enable over 310 miles driving range. Current IONIQ 5 models top out at 303 miles.
Ahead of deliveries starting this fall, the new Hyundai IONIQ 5 was spotted out in the wild. The latest images from KindelAuto reveal the electric SUVβs sleek style overhaul.
You can immediately see upgrades with a new front and rear bumper design, which adds to its already stylish design.
The interior received several upgrades, including Hyundaiβs next-gen infotainment system, a new center console, and a redesigned steering wheel. The new infotainment system includes a 12.3β³ navigation screen with built-in Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Hyundaiβs 2025 IONIQ 5 gains an off-road XRT trim built for those βwho want to play in the dirt and have all-electric adventures.β
The rugged new variant has bold design elements, including βXRT-exclusiveβ front and rear bumpers. Hyundaiβs XRT model was also recently spotted testing ahead of deliveries.
2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 powertrain | Trim | 2024MY Range | New Range (Targeted) |
AWD | Limited SE/SEL XRT |
260 miles 260 miles N/A |
+250 to +280 miles |
RWD | SE/ SEL/ Limited Se Standard Range |
303 miles 220 miles |
+310 miles +240 miles |
Hyundai will begin building 2025 IONIQ 5 models in Georgia as soon as this month, with deliveries kicking off shortly after.
Later this year, Hyundai will introduce its first electric three-row SUV, the IONIQ 9. Ahead of its official debut, we got a closer look at Hyundaiβs larger electric SUV this week after it was caught with less camouflage. Hyundai confirmed that the IONIQ 9 would be built alongside the new IONIQ 5 in Georgia.
Source: KindelAuto