All 3 EVs have a bunch of distinctions despite being based on the same platform. We tell you what they are.Published On Jan 14, 2023 08:00:00 AMHyundai has released the Ioniq 5 in India at Auto Expo 2023 at Rs 44.95 lakh (ex-showroom). The South Korean maker also showcased the Ioniq 6 electrical sedan at the Delhi motor show, while their cousin, the Kia EV6, is currently on sale in India. All 3 EVs are based on the E-GMP platform, and while they might have resemblances, we inform you all the differences in between the three.Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs Ioniq 6 vs Kia EV6: powertrain The Ioniq 5, Ioniq 6 and Kia EV6 get a 77.4 kWh battery internationally, and the Kia EV6 is the just one to get that battery in India — the Ioniq 5 gets a smaller 72.6 kWh battery in India. The Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 6 also get a 53kWh battery, but thinking about the former includes the bigger 72.6 kWh battery here, the Ioniq 6 could follow suit.The Ioniq 5 (top) gets a slightly smaller sized battery than the EV6 and Ioniq 6 (L-R). Globally, all 3 EVs are provided with two drivetrain options– rear-wheel drive (RWD) and four-wheel drive (AWD). However in India, the Kia EV6 is the only one to get both alternatives as the Ioniq 5 just gets RWD. The Ioniq 6, on the other hand, could be offered with AWD as an option.Also see: Hyundai Ioniq 5 evaluation, test driveThe Kia EV6s single motor produces 229hp and 350Nm of torque, while in dual-motor guise it produces 325hp and 605Nm of torque. The dual-motor and single-motor versions of the Ioniq 6 have the very same power output as the EV6. The Ioniq 5s single-motor produces slightly less power– 217hp– although torque remains the same.Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs Ioniq 6 vs Kia EV6: outside differencesThe Ioniq 6 is the only sedan here– the other two are crossovers– and its sloping coupe-like roofing combines with the ducktail spoiler (which likewise houses the stop light at the rear). The whole vehicle features extremely minimal cuts and creases, and has stroking lines, which give it a drag coefficient of simply 0.21 Cd. The Ioniq 6 also gets a pixel-style LED light bar that serves as the tail-light. The Ioniq 5 (top) has more straight angles than the EV6 and Ioniq 6 (L-R). On the other hand, the other Hyundai EV– the Ioniq 5– has an extremely blocky style with almost sharp lines and flat panels. The Ioniq 5 crossover likewise features pixel-style rectangle-shaped lamps, front and back, and the tail-lights are connected utilizing a pixel-style bar.Also see: Hyundai Ioniq 5 video reviewThe Kia EV6, like the Ioniq 6, likewise includes a curvaceous style language with minimal cuts and creases. It also gets a light bar at the back, like the other 2, however this has actually been effortlessly integrated with the boomerang-shaped tail-lights. Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs Ioniq 6 vs Kia EV6: interior differencesThe two Hyundai EVs feature comparable design components on the inside too, but the main distinction is in the front row, particularly the centre console. The Ioniq 6s centre console is connected to the dashboard, while and the Ioniq 5 does not have a centre console, therefore, freeing up area. The EV6 falls somewhere in the middle — it gets the extra space the Ioniq 5 offers, while likewise having a floating centre console.The Ioniq 6 (right) is the only one to have its centre console connected to the dash.All three EVs include a connected, double 12.3-inch display set-up, but the style is a bit different. The two Hyundais get a single, flat module for both screens, and the Kia gets a slightly curved design– angled more towards the driver.Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs Ioniq 6 vs Kia EV6: dimensionsAll three EVs are based on the E-GMP platform, however they have different dimensions. The Ioniq 5 has the longest wheelbase of the 3– 3,000 mm– followed by the Ioniq 6, which determines 2,950 mm. The EV6 has the fastest wheelbase at 2,900 mm. On the other hand, the Ioniq 6 is the longest of the three at 4,855 mm, followed closely by the EV6 at 4,695 mm and the Ioniq 5 at 4,635 mm.The Ioniq 5 (top) and EV6 (left) have the same width.The Ioniq 5 and EV6 have the same width– 1,890 mm– and the Ioniq 6 is the narrowest of all, determining 1,880 mm. The Ioniq 5 is the tallest of the lot, at 1,625 mm, followed by the EV6 at 1,550 mm. Being the only sedan here, the Ioniq 6 is the quickest with a height of 1,495 mm.Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs Ioniq 6 vs Kia EV6: priceHyundai introduced the Ioniq 5 at the Auto Expo, and its rate– Rs 44.95 lakh (ex-showroom)– will be available only for the first 500 consumers. In contrast, the Kia EV6 is priced at Rs 60.95 lakh for the GT Line and Rs 65.95 lakh for the GT Line AWD (both ex-showroom). The reason for the Hyundai to be priced Rs 16 lakh lower than the Kia is due to the Ioniq 5 being put together in India, with the EV6 being brought in as an entirely built unit (CBU). See: Auto Expo 2023 image galleryCarmakers at Auto Expo 2023: Complete A-Z guideCopyright (c) Autocar India. All rights reserved.

The Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 6 likewise get a 53kWh battery, but considering the former comes with the bigger 72.6 kWh battery here, the Ioniq 6 might follow suit.The Ioniq 5 (top) gets a somewhat smaller battery than the EV6 and Ioniq 6 (L-R). The Ioniq 5s single-motor produces somewhat less power– 217hp– although torque remains the same.Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs Ioniq 6 vs Kia EV6: outside differencesThe Ioniq 6 is the only sedan here– the other two are crossovers– and its sloping coupe-like roof merges with the ducktail spoiler (which likewise houses the stop light at the back). The Ioniq 5 has the longest wheelbase of the 3– 3,000 mm– followed by the Ioniq 6, which determines 2,950 mm. On the other hand, the Ioniq 6 is the longest of the 3 at 4,855 mm, followed carefully by the EV6 at 4,695 mm and the Ioniq 5 at 4,635 mm.The Ioniq 5 (top) and EV6 (left) have the same width.The Ioniq 5 and EV6 have the same width– 1,890 mm– and the Ioniq 6 is the narrowest of all, measuring 1,880 mm. Being the only sedan here, the Ioniq 6 is the fastest with a height of 1,495 mm.Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs Ioniq 6 vs Kia EV6: priceHyundai introduced the Ioniq 5 at the Auto Expo, and its price– Rs 44.95 lakh (ex-showroom)– will be offered just for the very first 500 clients.