Hyundai IONIQ 5 — Buyer's Guide
Reliability, safety, running costs and what to check before you buy.
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Hyundai IONIQ 5 overview
With 71,578 currently licensed in the UK, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is one of Britain's well-known cars.
Euro NCAP awarded the IONIQ 5 5 stars in 2021, with 88% adult occupant and 86% child protection scores.
Annual running costs are estimated at £1,349 for a typical 5-year-old example, breaking down to £112/month or 18p/mile.
NCAP Safety
2021
Monthly Cost
£112
est. annual total
New From
£22,245
Safety rating
Euro NCAP tested the IONIQ 5 in 2021 and awarded it 5 out of 5 stars.
Adult Occupant
88%
Child Occupant
86%
Pedestrian
88%
Safety Assist
88%
Safety recalls
There are 18 known DVSA recalls affecting the Hyundai IONIQ 5. Enter a registration number to check whether a specific vehicle is affected.
R/2026/322
Affected vehicles may have incorrectly secured front seat belt anchor points. This may result in a lack of protection in the event of a vehicle collision.
Build dates: 2022-10-05 to 2025-06-24
R/2026/319
Affected vehicles may contain a suspect HV (high voltage) battery module manufactured by the supplier during a specific production period. It is recommended that the vehicle is to be parked in a well ventilated area. The vehicle can be used as normal.
Build dates: 2021-09-28 to 2023-08-07
R/2026/159
Some vehicles fitted with a high voltage battery may have internal cell voltage deviation. If this occurs it may result in the risk of an electrical short circuit inside the battery. Until the high voltage battery software has been updated we recommend the vehicle to be parked in a well ventilated area. The vehicle can be used as normal.
Build dates: 2018-12-06 to 2022-07-16
R/2026/146
Some vehicles may face a concern where the instrument cluster panel may reboot during vehicle operation potentially resulting in a blank instrument cluster display screen.
Build dates: 2025-07-07 to 2025-11-04
R/2026/146
Some vehicles may face a concern where the instrument cluster panel may reboot during vehicle operation potentially resulting in a blank instrument cluster display screen.
Build dates: 2025-09-19 to 2025-10-14
+ 13 more recalls. Check a specific vehicle to see the full list.
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Running costs
Annual running costs for a typical 5-year-old Hyundai IONIQ 5 are estimated at around £1,349 per year, or £112 per month.
Fuel
£0
/year
Road Tax
£195
/year
Depreciation
£899
/year
MOT
£55
/year
Estimated annual running costs based on available data. Excludes insurance, parking, and finance costs. Actual costs depend on your driving habits and circumstances.
Electric specifications
Battery
77 kWh
Range (WLTP)
315 mi
Motor
168 kW
225 bhp
Drive
RWD
Rapid charge: 18 min (10-80%) | Home charge: 7h (0-100%)
Depreciation
Starting from £22,245 new, a Hyundai IONIQ 5 typically retains about 56% after 3 years and 46% after 5 years.
| Age | Retained | Est. Value | Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 75% | £16,700 | −£5,545 |
| 2 years | 64% | £14,200 | −£8,045 |
| 3 years | 56% | £12,500 | −£9,745 |
| 4 years | 50% | £11,250 | −£10,995 |
| 5 years | 46% | £10,350 | −£11,895 |
| 6 years | 43% | £9,600 | −£12,645 |
| 7 years | 41% | £9,050 | −£13,195 |
| 8 years | 39% | £8,600 | −£13,645 |
| 9 years | 37% | £8,150 | −£14,095 |
| 10 years | 35% | £7,750 | −£14,495 |
How common is the IONIQ 5?
There are currently 71,578 licensed and 872 SORN IONIQ 5s in the UK (72,450 total). This makes it a common vehicle on UK roads.
Frequently asked questions
How safe is the Hyundai IONIQ 5?
Euro NCAP awarded the IONIQ 5 5 out of 5 stars when tested in 2021. It scored 88% for adult occupant protection, 86% for child occupant protection, 88% for vulnerable road users, and 88% for safety assist features.
How much does a Hyundai IONIQ 5 cost to run?
Annual running costs for a typical 5-year-old IONIQ 5 are estimated at around £1,349 per year (£112/month). This includes fuel, road tax, depreciation, and MOT fees — but excludes insurance, servicing, and repairs.
Are there any recalls on the Hyundai IONIQ 5?
There are 18 known safety recalls affecting the IONIQ 5. These are issued by the DVSA when a safety defect is found. You can check if a specific vehicle is affected by entering its registration number.
How much does a new Hyundai IONIQ 5 cost?
A new IONIQ 5 starts from around £22,245. After 5 years, a typical example retains about 46% of its original value.
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