Hyundai IONIQ 5 Named The Car Connection Best Electric Vehicle to Buy for 2023
The widely decorated and celebrated Hyundai IONIQ 5 has added another award to its collection, with The Car Connection recently naming it the Best Electric Car to Buy for 2023. The Car Connection rates vehicles on a 10-point scale based on style, performance, comfort and quality, safety, features, and fuel economy/electrification. The awards are the culmination of a year-long process of expert vehicle evaluation and testing on new or completely redesigned models based on what’s most important for car shoppers.
“We’re honored the Hyundai IONIQ 5 won The Car Connection Best Electric Car to Buy 2023 Award,”
said Ricky Lao, director, product planning, Hyundai Motor North America.
“Earning coveted awards like this one reinforces our commitment to deliver segment-leading vehicles that appeal to a diverse group of consumers.”
Why is the IONIQ 5 the best electric vehicle in 2023?
Since its arrival in 2021, the IONIQ 5 has shaken up the EV market by providing a fun to drive and visually distinct EV that doesn’t break the bank. As we noted in our EV comparison of the IONIQ 5, EV6 and Tesla Model 3, the IONIQ 5 is around $20,000 less compared to the Tesla when looking at the fully loaded trim options while still offering better range and performance compared to the similarly priced EV6.
The IONIQ 5’s base offering of a 303 mile range paired with its DC fast charging system capable of going from 10%-80% battery life in as little as 18 minutes means you can charge up quickly in a pinch.
It’s completely unique retro-pixelated look cemented by its iconic tail lights completely distinguishes itself from the sea of similar looking EVs.
Finally its upgraded engine option gives driving enthusiasts one of the most powerful EVs on the market, offering drivers the full power of a 320 horsepower and 446 lb-ft of torque dual motor set up that offers a 0-60 MPH time of 5 seconds flat.
“The 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is a cutting-edge electric car with a clever sense of style and excellent performance,”
said The Car Connection editorial director Martin Padgett.
“It’s striking, swift, spacious, and incredibly efficient.”
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