Verdict
At RM443,888, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N costs RM6,000 less yet matches the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N’s 601 hp, 740 Nm twin-motor all-wheel-drive system, 84 kWh NMC battery and 350 kW DC charging. Its SUV body, five doors and 3,000 mm wheelbase make it the more practical shape for a Malaysian household. The Ioniq 6 N is the sharper long-distance choice: 487 km range is 39 km ahead, and 0-100 km/h takes 3.2 seconds. The 5 N counters with a 260 km/h top speed and larger 21-inch wheels.
Pick the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N if you want the lower-priced five-door SUV with a 3,000 mm wheelbase and 21-inch wheels.
Pick the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N if you want 487 km of range, a 3.2-second 0-100 km/h time and heated rear seats.
Key differences
- Price: Ioniq 5 N RM443,888; Ioniq 6 N RM449,888.
- Body and doors: Ioniq 5 N SUV with 5 doors; Ioniq 6 N sedan with 4 doors.
- EV range: Ioniq 5 N 448 km; Ioniq 6 N 487 km.
- 0-100 km/h: Ioniq 5 N 3.4 seconds; Ioniq 6 N 3.2 seconds.
- Dimensions: Ioniq 5 N is 4,715 mm long with a 3,000 mm wheelbase; Ioniq 6 N is 4,935 mm long with a 2,965 mm wheelbase.
- Wheels: Ioniq 5 N has 21-inch alloys on 275/35R21 tyres; Ioniq 6 N has 20-inch forged alloys on 275/35R20 tyres.
Ioniq 5 N
- RM6,000 less expensive.
- Five-door SUV body and 3,000 mm wheelbase.
- 260 km/h top speed and 21-inch wheels.
- 448 km range is 39 km short of the Ioniq 6 N.
- 3.4-second 0-100 km/h time is 0.2 seconds slower.
- No rear-seat heating.
Ioniq 6 N
- 487 km EV range.
- 3.2-second 0-100 km/h acceleration.
- Heated rear seats and 20-inch forged alloys.
- RM6,000 more expensive.
- Four-door sedan body instead of the 5 N's five-door SUV layout.
- 2,965 mm wheelbase is 35 mm shorter.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 443,888✓ | RM 449,888 |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 601 hp | 601 hp |
| Motor Torque | 740 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Battery Type | Nickel Manganese Cobalt | Nickel Manganese Cobalt |
| Battery Capacity | 84 kWh | 84 kWh |
| EV Range | 448 km | 487 km✓ |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 350 kW | 350 kW |
| V2L | 3.6 kW | 3.6 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 3.4 seconds | 3.2 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 260 km/h✓ | 257 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,715 mm | 4,935 mm |
| Width | 1,940 mm | 1,940 mm |
| Height | 1,585 mm | 1,495 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm | 2,965 mm |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R21 | 275/35R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R21 | 275/35R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero Elect | Pirelli P Zero Elect |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Korea (CBU) | Korea (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 21" Alloys | 20" Forged Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Alloys | 20" Forged Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Electronically Controlled Suspension with N Torque Distribution | Electronically Controlled Suspension with N Torque Distribution |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-Point | 5 Three-Point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable with Heating and Ventilation | Manual Adjustable with Heating and Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-Folding with Heating Function |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Rear Window Shades | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Voice Control and 8-speaker Bose Sound System | 12.3" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Voice Control and 8-speaker Bose Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Pop-out Door Handles | Keyless Operation with Pop-out Door Handles |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activated with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor | Yes, 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Remote Smart Parking Assist 2 | Yes, Remote Smart Parking Assist 2 |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km | 160,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years | 8 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 1,440 | RM 1,440 |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Ioniq 5 N vs Ioniq 6 N FAQ
Is the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N or Hyundai Ioniq 6 N better?
The Ioniq 5 N is the better practical pick, with five doors, SUV bodywork and a 3,000 mm wheelbase. Choose the Ioniq 6 N for its 487 km range, 3.2-second 0-100 km/h time and heated rear seats.
What is the price difference?
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N costs RM6,000 more than the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N. Both have the same 601 hp, 740 Nm twin-motor all-wheel-drive system, 84 kWh battery and 350 kW DC charging rate.
Which Hyundai N EV has the longer range?
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N has the longer claimed EV range at 487 km, versus 448 km for the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N. That is a 39 km advantage from the same 84 kWh NMC battery capacity.