2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs. Tesla Model Y

As the number of electric models continues to grow, competition to be the best heats up. Of course, the Tesla electric vehicle is the standard for many other models. You may wonder how the 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 compares. The Tesla Model Y was first introduced in 2019 with the 2020 model year. Though the IONIQ 5 was only introduced in 2023, it has quickly developed a strong following, proving it’s competitive with the Model Y in many ways. The two models not only look similar, but they also have many of the same features and options.

2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5

Hyundai IONIQ 5

Tesla Model YTesla Model Y

MSRP
$42,500 $44,990

Warranty
Basic: 5 yr./ 60,000 mi.
Drivetrain: 10 yr./ 100,000 mi.		 Basic: 4 yr./ 50,000 mi.
Drivetrain: 8 yr./ 120,000 mi.

MPGe
Up to 132 city / 98 highway Up to 134 city / 117 highway

Range
245 to 318 mi battery-only 277 to 335 mi battery-only

Seating Capacity
5 5-7

Front Headroom
39.8 in. 41 in.

Front Legroom
41.7 in. 41.8 in.

Comparing The Basics

Both the IONIQ 5 and Tesla Model Y are compact electric SUVs with rear-wheel drive as standard and offering AWD as an option. Hyundai offers a slightly better warranty than Tesla at five years or 60K compared to four years of 50K for the Model Y. They also have a similar charging time on DC fast chargers. You get more trim options with the 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 while the Tesla Model Y just offers you two trims. Body styles are similar on these two models with the ability to customize with your choice of color and other features.

Safety First

Both brands load their models with the latest safety features. The IONIQ 5 and Model Y include parking sensors and adaptive cruise control on all trims. The 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 also makes the Surround View Camera an option on all trims and includes Remote Engine Start on every trim. Brake Assist and Automatic Braking are standard on both models along with blind spot monitoring and lane keep assist. Hyundai adds an Around View Camera and Heads-Up Display as options on the base trim.

Comparing Interior Comfort

Each model is loaded with features, such as multi-level heated front seats and power driver seat. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers front cooled seats as an option. The Tesla provides one setting for the driver seat memory while the IONIQ 5 adds it as an option. Both Hyundai and Tesla include dual-zone climate control on all trims. HD Radio is standard on the IONIQ 5 and Model Y. Navigation is standard on both models, but only Hyundai uses Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to pair the phone to the SUV. Tesla has its own platform, which you may not be used to. Bluetooth is standard on both models. Passengers will have more room in the rear seat of the IONIQ 5 with nearly four more inches of shoulder room and three additional inches of hip room.

The 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 has proven to be a worthy competitor for the Tesla Model Y, often beating it in certain areas. Hyundai has loaded this SUV with the amenities that matter most to buyers and designed it to fit the active lifestyle.

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  • Engine: Electric Motor
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  • Exterior Color: Digital Teal
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  • VIN: 7YAKN4DA3TY064990
  • Engine: Electric Motor
  • Transmission: Transmission: Single-Speed Reduction Gear Auto -inc: paddle shifters w/regenerative braking system, column-mounted shift-by-wire and drive mode select (eco, normal, sport, snow)
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  • Exterior Color: Cyber Gray
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  • VIN: 7YAKN4DA6TY059217
  • Engine: Electric Motor
  • Transmission: Transmission: Single-Speed Reduction Gear Auto -inc: paddle shifters w/regenerative braking system, column-mounted shift-by-wire and drive mode select (eco, normal, sport, snow)
  • Drivetrain: RWD
  • Exterior Color: Cyber Gray
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  • VIN: 7YAKN4DA1TY059867
  • Engine: Electric Motor
  • Transmission: Transmission: Single-Speed Reduction Gear Auto -inc: paddle shifters w/regenerative braking system, column-mounted shift-by-wire and drive mode select (eco, normal, sport, snow)
  • Drivetrain: RWD
  • Exterior Color: Cyber Gray
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Hyundai IONIQ 5 Limited

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  • VIN: 7YAKR4DAXTY058527
  • Engine: Electric Motor
  • Transmission: Transmission: Single-Speed Reduction Gear Auto -inc: paddle shifters w/regenerative braking system, column-mounted shift-by-wire and drive mode select (eco, normal, sport, snow)
  • Drivetrain: RWD
  • Exterior Color: Atlas White
  • Interior Color: Black
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If you live around Manteca, Dublin, or Lathrop, you can see the 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 in person at Platinum Hyundai of Tracy. Stop by today to see our new inventory of electric models and go for a test drive.