IS ONE-PEDAL DRIVING THE MOST EFFICIENT ON YOUR EV? HYUNDAI IONIQ 5

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This video thoroughly tests the efficiency of different regenerative braking settings on the 2023 Hyundai IONIQ 5, comparing one-pedal driving ('i-Pedal'), Level 2 regen, and automatic regen over a simulated daily route with multiple stops. While not a perfectly controlled scientific test, the reviewer aimed for consistency across three separate drives. The results showed that automatic regen yielded the best efficiency at 15.2 kWh/100km, slightly outperforming Level 2 regen (15.6 kWh/100km) and one-pedal driving (15.8 kWh/100km). The reviewer noted that one-pedal driving offers smoother stops in stop-and-go traffic and saves on brake wear but can feel jerky. Automatic regen, leveraging sensors, provides a good balance of coasting and deceleration, particularly on the highway, and is considered the most efficient overall. The reviewer concludes that for city driving, one-pedal might be preferred for smoothness and brake saving, while for open roads, minimal regen is best. The IONIQ 5's versatility in offering multiple regen options is highlighted as a significant advantage.