Hyundai Ioniq 5 Vs. Tesla Model Y: Is Tesla Still King?

Hyundai has beaten Tesla to release a more affordable and viable EV alternative, but it doesn’t mean the Ioniq 5 will dethrone the Model Y soon. The range-topping Ioniq 5 has dual electric motors, AWD, and a 77.4 kWh battery. It may have up to 320 horsepower and 446 lb-ft of torque at its disposal, but the added grunt only allows an EPA-estimated 256 miles of range, a lowish number considering its sub-$53k base price.

But with a range-topping Tesla Model Y Performance, you get an EPA-estimated 303 miles of range, zero to 60 mph in 3.5-seconds, and a 155 mph top speed. For a true enthusiast, the Model Y Performance’s sporting upgrades are worth its $69,990 base price. If you fancy spending more, Tesla’s Enhanced Autopilot (also available in the base Long Range variant) includes auto lane changing, auto parking, Summon, and Smart Summon for an additional $6,000. At the same time, you can unlock full self-driving capabilities for a whopping $12,000 more.

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The Hyundai Ioniq 5 shook the EV industry with its sterling combination of hi-tech styling, great features, and commendable performance. You’ll be hard-pressed not to consider the Ioniq 5 if all you want is a decent, family-sized EV. But if performance and blazing tech features are top priorities, the Tesla Model Y — or any Tesla, for this matter — is hard to beat.