AT A GLANCE VERDICT

HYUNDAI IONIQ 5 AWD

PRICE About $81,000 drive-away

MOTORS Front and rear electric, 225kW/605Nm

WARRANTY/SERVICE 5-year, unlimited km/ $1684 for 5 years

SAFETY 8 airbags, auto emergency braking, lane-keep assist, active cruise control, blindspot warning, rear cross-traffic alert

RANGE 430km

CARGO 527 litres

Striking to behold, loaded with clever tech and impressively practical, the Ioniq 5 represents a strong – if pricey – option for buyers making the switch to electric.