Should You Buy a 2024 Ioniq 5 or EV6 OR Wait for a 2025?

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The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6 are receiving mid-cycle refreshes with several key updates. The Ioniq 5 gets a bigger battery for increased range, a rear windshield wiper, a blacked-out driver display and infotainment bezel, and a redesigned center console with physical buttons for heated/ventilated seats and heated steering wheel. It will also be available with a roof rack. Both models feature the new CCNC software with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay and adopt the North American Charging Standard (J3400) port. The 2025 models will also be capable of over-the-air updates for powertrain-related items, which the 2024 models lack. While the Ioniq 5's refreshed exterior is preferred, the EV6's updated look is not as favorably received. Waiting for the 2025 models is recommended for those planning to keep the car long-term due to expected longer software support and the improved integrated charging control unit, which addresses a potential issue with the current models. For those considering a lease and prioritizing the lowest cost of ownership, the 2024 Ioniq 5 is a strong option as it still includes two years of unlimited free Electrify America charging, a benefit not offered with the 2025 Ioniq 5 or any EV6 model. The 2024 models may see significant lease deals as 2025 models arrive. Pricing for the 2025 models in the US is currently unknown, but there is speculation the Ioniq 5's price might decrease due to US manufacturing.