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Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs Hyundai IONIQ 9
Selected trimStandard Range RWDChange trim273 mi · 63 kWh · £40,695
Selected trimLong-Range RWDChange trim385 mi · 110.3 kWh · £64,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Hyundai IONIQ 5 leads on value for money, charging speed and running costs, while the Hyundai IONIQ 9 leads on motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hyundai IONIQ 5 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Hyundai IONIQ 9 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueIONIQ 5
IONIQ 5
6.1
IONIQ 9
5.5
Motorway RangeIONIQ 9
IONIQ 5
6.4
IONIQ 9
7.1
FamilyIONIQ 9
IONIQ 5
7.7
IONIQ 9
9.5
ChargingIONIQ 5
IONIQ 5
7.9
IONIQ 9
7.1
Cost Per MileIONIQ 5
IONIQ 5
6.8
IONIQ 9
2.1
City DrivingIONIQ 5
IONIQ 5
3.3
IONIQ 9
0.7
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Hyundai IONIQ 5
Standard Range RWD
- £24,300 cheaper
- 182 litres more boot space
- 27 kW faster rapid charging
- 0.9s quicker 0-62 mph
- 0.5 m tighter turning circle
Hyundai IONIQ 9
Long-Range RWD
- 112 miles more WLTP range
- 35 kW more power
- 2 more seats
- 750 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 5Standard Range RWD | Hyundai IONIQ 9Long-Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £40,695 (better) | £64,995 |
| Official range | 273 miles | 385 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 520 L (better) | 338 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 18 min (better) | 24 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8.5 sec (better) | 9.4 sec |
Size Comparison
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Hyundai IONIQ 5
Hyundai IONIQ 9
Length
Hyundai IONIQ 54,655mm-405mm
Hyundai IONIQ 95,060mm
Width
Hyundai IONIQ 51,890mm-90mm
Hyundai IONIQ 91,980mm
Height
Hyundai IONIQ 51,605mm-185mm
Hyundai IONIQ 91,790mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 5Standard Range RWD | Hyundai IONIQ 9Long-Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,655 mm | 5,060 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,890 mm (better) | 1,980 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,116 mm (better) | 2,239 mm |
| Height | 1,605 mm | 1,790 mm |
| Turning circle | 12 m (better) | 12.5 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 510 mm spare (better) | 420 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 5Standard Range RWD | Hyundai IONIQ 9Long-Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 7 (better) |
| Boot space (seats up) | 520 L (better) | 338 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1587 L | 1990 L (better) |
| Frunk | 57 L | 88 L (better) |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | 1,500 kg (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Hyundai IONIQ 5
- Peak DC charging of 260 kW, faster than 85% of SUVs in our catalogue.
- One of 32 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
- 3,000 mm wheelbase, longer than 90% of SUVs we track.
Hyundai IONIQ 9
- At 5,060 mm, longer than 95% of SUVs we track.
- A 88 L frunk, one of 12 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 88 L or more.
- 385 mile WLTP range, longer than 90% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hyundai IONIQ 5 Standard Range RWD |  Hyundai IONIQ 9 Long-Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.66m | 5.06m+405mm |
| Width | 1.89m | 1.98m+90mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.12m | 2.24m+123mm |
| Height | 1.60m | 1.79m+185mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.00m | 3.13m+130mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 520L (better) | 338L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1587L | 1990L (better) |
| Frunk | 57L | 88L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 7 (better) |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12m (better) | 12.5m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,920kg (better) | 2,541kg |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | 1,500kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 63kWh | 110.3kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 273 mi | 385 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 260kW (better) | 233kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £40,695 (better) | £64,995 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2024+ | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 5Standard Range RWD | Hyundai IONIQ 9Long-Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 273 miles | 385 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 228 miles | 321 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 18 min (better) | 24 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 260 kW (better) | 233 kW |
| Home AC charging | 10.5 kW | 10.5 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 63 kWh | 110.3 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NCMA | NCMA |
| Battery architecture | 800V | 800V |
| Heat pump | Standard | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 5Standard Range RWD | Hyundai IONIQ 9Long-Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.5 sec (better) | 9.4 sec |
| Power | 125 kW | 160 kW (better) |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Hyundai IONIQ 5
Standard Range RWD
8.9/10
average across 7 reviews
- DrivingElectric5/5
- Car Magazine5/5
- Auto Express4.5/5
Hyundai IONIQ 9
Long-Range RWD
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 5Standard Range RWD | Hyundai IONIQ 9Long-Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £29,990 | £54,999 |
| Average used price | £33,990 | £54,999 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 18 listings (better) | 4 listings |
| Saving vs RRP | £6,705 below new | £9,996 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Up 14.6% over ~6 months | Down 1.2% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Hyundai IONIQ 5 Standard Range RWD
Vulnerable Road Users63%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Hyundai IONIQ 9 Long-Range RWD
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant84%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users77%
Safety Assist83%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Buying options
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Hyundai IONIQ 5
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Hyundai IONIQ 9
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Hyundai IONIQ 5
- £29,9902025Cars2View
- £40,4902026Cars2View
- £33,9902026Cars2View
Hyundai IONIQ 9
- £54,9992026Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Hyundai IONIQ 9 worth the extra £24,300 over the Hyundai IONIQ 5?
The Hyundai IONIQ 9 costs £24,300 more than the Hyundai IONIQ 5. For that premium it adds 112 miles more WLTP range, 35 kW more power and 2 more seats (7 versus 5). The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is not just cheaper - it also offers 27 kW faster peak rapid charging, 182 litres more boot space and a 0.9s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 or the Hyundai IONIQ 9?
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is £24,300 cheaper to buy. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is cheaper to charge, roughly £160 a year versus £192 for the Hyundai IONIQ 9, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Hyundai IONIQ 5 comes out roughly £24,460 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and Hyundai IONIQ 9 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 228 miles for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and 321 miles for the Hyundai IONIQ 9 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Hyundai IONIQ 9 goes roughly 93 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 18-24 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 or the Hyundai IONIQ 9?
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 90 mm narrower than the Hyundai IONIQ 9. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 510 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and about 420 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai IONIQ 9. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 also turns in a 0.5 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 or the Hyundai IONIQ 9?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 89% battery health for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and 89% for the Hyundai IONIQ 9. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation.
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Data accuracy
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