Hyundai IONIQ 5 Named 2026 Best Family EV
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- Hyundai IONIQ 5 was the only EV on Kelley Blue Book’s 12 Best Family Cars of 2026, joining Honda CR‑V and Toyota RAV4 as top 2‑Row SUVs.
- Hyundai IONIQ 5 starts at $35,000 for the Standard Range SE with a 245‑mile EPA range; the SE RWD 2026 model costs $37,500 and delivers up to 318 miles.
- Hyundai IONIQ 5 can add up to 178 miles of range in about 15 minutes using a 350‑kW, 800‑V DC fast charger, and now includes a NACS charge port that gives access to over 25,000 Tesla Superchargers.
- Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers a spacious interior of up to 132.8 cubic feet, two 12.3‑inch integrated displays, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a 10‑year/100,000‑mile battery warranty.
- Kelley Blue Book evaluated family cars on safety, efficiency, value, reliability, driving experience, comfort, cargo capacity, and child‑seat compatibility, requiring a 5‑star NHTSA rating or IIHS TSP/TSP+ certification.
- Hyundai is offering up to $7,000 off 2026 IONIQ 5 models, 0% APR financing for 72 months, an extra $1,000 off and zero payments for 90 days, with leases starting at $259 per month.
- Tom D points out that Hyundai's NACS port does not unlock new charging options, as CCS1‑equipped Hyundai EVs already can charge at Tesla Superchargers using adapters.
Why it matters: Families gain an affordable, long‑range EV that fits daily trips and road trips, while Hyundai strengthens its market position against pricier rivals; the low price and fast charging could accelerate EV adoption among budget‑conscious households, shifting demand away from gasoline models.
