Global EV Comparison: Volkswagen ID.5 Pure vs Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Volkswagen ID.5 Pure (2024-…) has a starting price of €42970, compared to the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD (2024-…), which starts at €43900.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD (2024-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Volkswagen ID.5 Pure (2024-…).

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD (2024-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Volkswagen ID.5 Pure (2024-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 180 kW, while the Volkswagen ID.5 Pure (2024-…) maxes out at 145 kW.

Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.

Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.

Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD (2024-…) is wider, but has a similar length and height to the Volkswagen ID.5 Pure (2024-…).

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

The Volkswagen ID.5 Pure (2024-…) features a larger trunk, but the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD (2024-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD (2024-…), but the Volkswagen ID.5 Pure (2024-…) doesn’t have one.

The Volkswagen ID.5 Pure (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD (2024-…).