Hyundai has recently introduced the new IONIQ 5 update and a sporty N model earlier this month. Following it Hyundai is also preparing to launch another variant of its best-selling SUV.
A New Updated IONIQ 5
Hyundai has said that the new IONIQ 5 features a bigger battery (84kWh), that will boost the electric SUV’s range to 485 km in Korea. It also gets some design modifications from its previous model with a slightly larger rear spoiler and more “pixel” details with a new window wiper.
However Hyundai’s IONIQ 5 was one of the fastest-charging EV’s but the new model features even quicker charging rates (10% to 80%) in as little as 18 minutes. The new IONIQ 5 comes with the price tag of $39,400) in Korea. Although the brand has to reveal the US market price.
Look! Into the Hyundai Rugged IONIQ 5 XRT
According to The Korean Car Blog, a prototype was spotted near Hyundai and Kia’s Technical Center earlier this month. Camouflage glimpse gives the noticeable differences, including redesigned front and rear bumpers and new parking sensors up front.
The new Hyundai IONIQ 5 XRT is expected to include minor powertrain upgrades, similar to the new refresh. A bigger battery and more efficient motor. That will definitely boost the range of the EV. Meanwhile, the inside is expected to feature Hyundai’s latest-gen infotainment and safety features.
Further, Hyundai’s XRT model will compete against Rivian’s recently revealed R3X. After unveiling its smaller, more affordable R2, Rivian shocked the internet with an even more compact and cheaper R3 and R3X, a high performance model.
As per The Korean Car Blog, It is also expected that Hyundai will introduce its new rugged EV in the US and Europe by the end of the year.
