THE HYUNDAI IONIQ 5 REMAINS OUR FAVORITE ELECTRIC VEHICLE: 2023 HYUNDAI IONIQ 5 FAMILY REVIEW

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The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is presented as a polarizing vehicle, with a strong divide between its exterior and interior appeal. The reviewer's partner, initially skeptical of EVs due to range anxiety, found herself completely won over by the Ioniq 5's interior, describing it as "perfection" with "butter-like" materials and an intuitive, comfortable design. Despite a strong dislike for the exterior styling, calling it "ugly" and "80s space vehicle-like," she declared she would "literally buy this car" solely based on the interior experience and driving dynamics. The charging experience, while initially fraught with Electrify America app issues and charger availability problems, ultimately proved manageable, though the 37-minute wait to charge from 80% to 100% in uncovered stations was noted as a drawback. The reviewer concludes that while the goal of eliminating range anxiety was not fully met, the Ioniq 5's overwhelming interior and driving positives make it a highly desirable vehicle, earning a near-perfect score for its interior.