Hyundai Motor India recently launched the new 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 facelift SUV in the Indian market at a price of Rs 55.70 lakh (ex-showroom). The updated electric SUV comes with a larger battery pack, revised styling, additional technology, and enhanced safety features. However, it is priced Rs 12.10 lakh higher than the outgoing model, which was available at Rs 43.60 lakh (ex-showroom). The Hyundai Ioniq 5, built on the Hyundai E-GMP platform, continues as the company's flagship electric model in India. In this article, we compare the new Hyundai Ioniq 5 with the Kia EV6.
2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs Kia EV6: Price
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is offered in a single range-topping RWD variant priced at Rs 55.7 lakh (ex-showroom). This is Rs 12.10 lakh higher than the outgoing model, which was listed at Rs 43.60 lakh (ex-showroom). The price increase reflects improvements in range and efficiency, along with exterior design changes that give the model a more current appearance. The Kia EV6 is also offered in a single range-topping AWD GT line variant priced at Rs 65.97 lakh (ex-showroom). The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is priced Rs 10.27 lakh lower than the Kia EV6.
2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs Kia EV6: Battery and Range
The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 comes with a larger 84 kWh battery pack, replacing the earlier 72.6 kWh unit. It has a claimed ARAI-certified driving range of up to 690 km on a full charge. Hyundai has not disclosed power figures for the India-spec model. However, in global markets, the rear-wheel-drive version with the 84 kWh battery delivers 229 hp and 350 Nm of torque. The Kia EV6 gets an 84 kWh battery paired with dual electric motors, producing a combined output of 320 bhp and 605 Nm. It can be charged from 10 to 80 percent in 18 minutes with a 350 kW fast charger and has an ARAI-certified MID range of 663 km.
2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs Kia EV6: Platform and Dimensions
The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 and the Kia EV6 are based on the same dedicated EV platform called the E-GMP platform, developed by Hyundai Motor Group for electric vehicles. This platform is used across multiple models from both brands. While the two cars share core architecture, battery systems, and components, they differ in design, tuning, and positioning. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 measures 4,635 mm in length, 1,890 mm in width, and 1,625 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3,000 mm. The Kia EV6 measures 4,695 mm in length, 1,890 mm in width, and 1,570 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,900 mm. The Kia EV6 is 60 mm longer than the Hyundai Ioniq 5, while both have the same width. However, the Ioniq 5 is 55 mm taller and has a 100 mm longer wheelbase.
2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs Kia EV6: Features
Moving inside the 2026 Ioniq 5, the cabin sees usability-focused updates. It now features a three-spoke leather steering wheel with an illuminated four-dot pixel design and heating function, along with dual 12.3-inch displays for infotainment and instrumentation. The wireless charging pad has also been redesigned to include physical controls for heated and ventilated seats. Technology upgrades include Hyundai's Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC) and Controller Over-the-Air (C-OTA) functionality. Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay have been added, along with Active Sound Design. The model also introduces remote immobilisation via Hyundai Bluelink and an in-car payment system for EV charging. Safety updates include the addition of Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist (rear) and a side Parking Distance Warning system to aid manoeuvrability in tight spaces. The Kia EV6 features a dual 12.3-inch panoramic curved display, a fingerprint scanner enabling registered users to drive the car without a key, over-the-air (OTA) updates, AI-powered navigation, a digital rearview mirror, wireless charging, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, connected car technology, Level 2 ADAS, and remote park assist.
