HYUNDAI'S BIGGEST EV DUMP IS TOMORROW AT 1PM

EV Channels Review

Hyundai Australia is preparing for a significant online release of its Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 6 electric vehicles, with 170 Ioniq 5s and 300 Ioniq 6s available tomorrow. The reviewer highlights the Federal Government's FBT exemption for EVs under $84,916, which could significantly reduce ownership costs for salaried employees via novated leases, particularly for the base and mid-spec Ioniq 5 and base Ioniq 6 models. The Ioniq 5 variants discussed are Dynamic (RWD, 168kW, 507km range), Technic (AWD, 239kW, 454km range), and Epic (AWD, fully loaded with features like digital mirrors and a heat pump). The Ioniq 6 variants include Dynamic, Technic, and Epic, offering slightly more range due to their sleeker design. Delivery times are estimated at 2-4 weeks for the Ioniq 5 and 3 months for the Ioniq 6. The reviewer criticizes the marketing approach of treating EVs as limited editions and points to supply chain issues (semiconductors, shipping, lithium) as the primary reason for limited availability, rather than a lack of demand. Further releases are scheduled for March and April.