For those who are seeking to experience driving an electric vehicle (EV), the Hyundai Ioniq 5 is available for a test drive at the 2023 Auto Focus Test Drive Festival.
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is available for a test drive at the 2023 Auto Focus Test Drive Festival
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is an all-electric compact crossover that has been collecting various accolades since its introduction back in February 2021. One of its most notable recognitions is the 2022 World Car of the Year award, which should make the Ioniq 5 an interesting test drive vehicle.
Individuals who want to get behind the Hyundai Ioniq 5’s wheel will go around the venue with its all-electric powertrain capable of generating up to 214 horsepower and 350 Nm of torque. The instant torque delivery only EVs can deliver should excite test drivers. It can also run up to 451 km on a single charge.
Hyundai Motor Philippines, Inc. (HMPH) is demonstrating the Ioniq 5’s Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) function, which allows the model to recharge another EV using its battery charge.
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 can be viewed at the venue
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 has also joined the test drive festival but is on the sideline only. It is wowing Hyundai booth visitors with its award-winning streamlined looks, vehicle-to-load (V2L) capability, and extended EV range of up to 545 km.
Other Hyundai models available for a test drive include the Creta, Stargazer, Staria, and Tucson. Individuals who will test drive are entitled to receive a Hyundai-branded golf umbrella, while those who will place a reservation at the venue will enjoy a Php 10,000 discount voucher.
“Hyundai is thrilled to once again be a part of Autofocus’ bi-yearly activity, as it enables us to connect with more customers and provide them access to the latest cars and innovations that we have to offer. Technically, this is our second time to participate under the management of HMPH,” said HMPH Managing Director Mr. Cecil Capacete.
“We couldn’t be more eager though to utilize this opportunity to continue sharing our campaign on uplifting the quality of life among Filipino motorists through smarter mobility options,” added Capacete.
Hyundai is also bringing other models at the test drive festival
The 2023 Auto Focus Summer Test Drive Festival is happening at the SM MOA Concert Ground until May 7, 2023. It is open from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and admission is free.
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Know more about Hyundai Ioniq 5 2024
The Ioniq 5 is a fully-electric compact crossover SUV. For the Philippine market, it has two variants: The Long Range 2WD, and the entry-level Standard Range 2WD. These are available for Php 3,698,000 and Php 3,068,000 respectively.
When it comes to size, the Ioniq 5 is 4,635mm long. It also has a width of 1,890mm, and a height of 1,605mm. It then has a wheelbase length of 3,000mm.
Powering the Ioniq 5 Long Range is a 72.6 kWh battery. The Standard Range variant meanwhile, gets a 58 kWh battery. Both use a permanent magnet synchronous motor. On the Long Range Variant, it can make up to 214 horsepower and 653 Nm of torque. The Standard Range meanwhile, can produce up to 167 horsepower and 350 Nm of torque.
For both variants, the engine output is then managed by an E-Shift transmission sending power to the rear wheels.
As per their names, these two trims also get different ranges. The Long Range variant is capable of travelling up to 451 km in a single change, while the entry level trim meanwhile, provides 384 km of range.
Locally, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 is set to compete against the upcoming Kia EV6.
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