Hyundai unveils IONIQ V EV with 800V platform
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- Hyundai unveiled the IONIQ V at Auto China 2026 in Beijing, presenting a production electric liftback derived from its earlier Venus concept.
- Hyundai introduced its new “The Origin” design language for the IONIQ V, featuring a single‑curve silhouette, frameless doors, and floating side mirrors that differ from the IONIQ 5 and 6.
- Hyundai built the IONIQ V on an 800 V platform co‑developed with Beijing Automotive Group (BAIC), enabling fast charging and housing CATL‑supplied battery packs.
- Hyundai equipped the IONIQ V with a 27‑inch 4K touchscreen powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8295 chipset running an LLM‑based AI assistant for voice‑controlled vehicle functions.
- Hyundai claims the IONIQ V’s 2,900 mm wheelbase delivers class‑leading legroom of 1,078 mm front and 1,019 mm rear, and a CLTC range of over 600 km.
Why it matters: Hyundai gains a China‑specific flagship that helps it claw back relevance in the world’s largest EV market, leveraging an 800 V fast‑charging platform, over 600 km CLTC range, and a premium 27‑inch AI‑driven interior, while rivals face intensified competition from Hyundai’s fresh design language and aggressive 20‑model rollout.
