EV CHARGING IN WINTER: HOW FAST DOES IONIQ 5 CHARGE?

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This video investigates the Hyundai IONIQ 5's advertised 18-minute 10-80% charging speed, particularly in colder winter conditions (6°C). The reviewer found that despite the car having a battery heater and heat pump (Ecopack trim), the charging speed was significantly slower than advertised, topping out at around 100-120 kW instead of the potential 220 kW. The battery temperature ranged between 5-8°C initially, rising to 25-32°C during charging, but the car did not precondition the battery like Tesla does when navigating to a charger. The test concluded at 80% charge in 32 minutes, a far cry from the claimed 18 minutes. While acknowledging that all EVs charge slower in winter and that Tesla's preconditioning is a key advantage, the reviewer highlights that Hyundai's upcoming update to enable battery preconditioning via satnav navigation is crucial. The video emphasizes that consumers should be aware of these real-world charging limitations in cold weather and not solely rely on advertised figures, especially without preconditioning. The reviewer also notes that the car's cooling vent was not active, suggesting heat was being retained for charging.