The reviewer drove the Hyundai Ioniq 5 for two weeks and shares their experience. They believe that for electric cars to be widely adopted, affordable options need to become available. The Ioniq 5 meets this requirement with a starting price under $40,000. It also checks the reviewer's four pillars of a reasonable electric car: solid range (250 miles), fast charging (up to 350 kW), zippy performance (0-60 in 5 seconds), and extra storage. The car's design is unique and angular, with a "retro-future" vibe. The reviewer also likes the paddle shifters, which adjust regenerative braking, and the HUD display. However, the car's maps and navigation system are slow and clunky. The reviewer concludes that the Ioniq 5 is a great option for those looking for an affordable electric car, and its existence is a sign that the industry is on the cusp of producing more affordable EVs.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The speaker recently drove an Ionic 5 electric car for two weeks.
2. The Ionic 5 is a well-rounded, all-wheel drive crossover with a distinct design.
3. The car has a range of over 250 miles and can charge up to 350 kilowatts.
4. The Ionic 5 has a starting price under $40,000.
5. The car has a dual motor, all-wheel drive variant that is more powerful than the single motor version.
6. The Ionic 5 has a zero to sixty speed of around five seconds.
7. The car has paddle shifters that adjust the level of regenerative braking.
8. The Ionic 5 has an HUD (heads-up display) and a solid traffic-aware cruise control system.
9. The car supports both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
10. The Ionic 5 has a spacious interior with plenty of storage space.
11. The car has a front trunk, but it's small.
12. The Ionic 5 has a movable armrest between the front seats.
13. Hyundai is redesigning its brand image with the release of its new electric cars.
14. The speaker has started a new channel to talk about cars, including the Rivian R1T.
15. The Rivian R1T beat the Cyber Truck to market.
16. The speaker will be shooting most of the car content on the new channel using a phone.
17. The Ionic 5's software and navigation system are responsive, but the maps feature is slow and clunky.
18. The car's in-car map system is not good for planning road trips and navigating through chargers.