HOW WELL DOES HYUNDAI'S SEMI-AUTONOMOUS DRIVING PERFORM? IONIQ 5, EV6, GV60

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The reviewer evaluates Hyundai's Highway Driving Assist (HDA) Level 2 system in the Ioniq 5, specifically testing its performance at sunset and on poorly marked roads. The system, which requires SEL or Limited trims for automatic lane changes, generally performs well on clear highways, maintaining lane centering and adaptive cruise control effectively. The reviewer appreciates the visual feedback of the car's position in the lane and notes that the system learns driving style over time, becoming more confident after a few thousand miles. However, the HDA struggles with faded lane markings and can be hesitant or disengage in challenging conditions, such as passing large trucks or navigating sharp turns. Automatic lane changes are described as slow and not very practical for quick maneuvers, though they can alleviate driving stress on long trips. The system's performance on secondary roads is less reliable, with steering assist not activating by default and difficulty with tighter corners. Despite its limitations, the reviewer finds the HDA to be a useful aid, particularly on highways, and notes its ability to function even in complete darkness without streetlights. The reviewer concludes that while not full autonomy, the system is a valuable feature that performs admirably under most highway conditions.