HERE’S WHY MY HYUNDAI IONIQ 5 SMOKES MY TESLA MODEL S ON ROAD TRIPS! ROAD TRIP DATA COMPARED

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This video presents a detailed comparison of road trip experiences between a 2018 Tesla Model S 100D and a 2022 Hyundai IONIQ 5, focusing on charging infrastructure and efficiency. The reviewer highlights the Tesla Supercharger network's advantages in ubiquity, integration, and location, making it a more reliable choice for long-distance travel, especially given the Model S's superior range. However, the IONIQ 5, with its 800-volt architecture, demonstrates significantly faster charging speeds, particularly on Electrify America's CCS network, which offers higher peak charging rates than the older Model S can utilize. Despite the Supercharger network's strengths, the reviewer notes issues with V2 charger power splitting and the Model S's early tapering of charging speeds. Ultimately, the reviewer concludes that while the Tesla network is superior for road trips due to range and location, the IONIQ 5's faster charging is a compelling factor. The ideal scenario involves combining the strengths of both networks, possibly through a CCS adapter for Teslas, to achieve the best road-tripping experience.