Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric Vs. Hyundai IONIQ 5 Comparison

2023 Volvo XC40 Recharge vs. Hyundai IONIQ 5: Performance & Specs

In terms of performance, the Volvo XC40 Recharge comes out on top by a substantial margin. The Volvo XC40 Recharge offers 402 horsepower across every trim level, while its Hyundai IONIQ 5 counterpart offers only 320 horsepower on their AWD models and a mere 168 horsepower on the base IONIQ 5 SE Standard Range. Additionally, you can rely on the Volvo XC40 Recharge for 486 pound-feet of torque, while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 only offers 446 pound-feet of torque on their AWD models and 258 pound-feet of torque on the base trim.

If you're looking for an SUV capable of heavy towing, look no further than the Volvo XC40 Recharge, which can tow up to 4,409 pounds when properly equipped. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 only tows 2,300 pounds when properly equipped, and the base trim isn't rated for towing at all.

Volvo XC40 Recharge vs. Hyundai IONIQ 5: Trim Levels

The Volvo XC40 Recharge and the Hyundai IONIQ 5 are similar regarding their number of trim levels and what each offers. Let's start by looking at the four trim levels you'll see when exploring the 2023 Hyundai IONIQ 5 lineup:

• SE Standard Range
• SE
• SEL
• Limited

Choose the SE Standard Range trim level for base features, like a 12.3-inch touch-screen display, heated front seating, Bluetooth® connectivity, and remote keyless entry. The Limited trim offers the most, including ventilated seating to combat the oppressive summer heat and the convenient Hyundai Digital Key on your phone.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge offers three feature-rich trim levels:

• Core
• Plus
• Ultimate

Hop inside the Core trim from our Volvo pure electric inventory for standard built-in Google services, two-zone climate control, and a power tailgate. Move up the line into the Plus trim for a 360-degree camera and an auto-dimming rearview mirror – features you won't get outside of the highest IONIQ 5 trims.

The Ultimate trim will bring the most to your daily drive with elegant 20-inch wheels, heated rear seating, Adaptive Cruise Control, and a premium Harman Kardon® sound system.

Volvo XC40 Recharge vs. Hyundai IONIQ 5: Range & Charging Time

How much range can both members of our 2023 Volvo XC40 Recharge vs. Hyundai IONIQ 5 offer? The answer varies depending on which trim you're exploring on the Hyundai IONIQ 5. The Volvo XC40 Recharge offers an EPA-estimated 223 miles¹ of all-electric range, no matter the trim level. However, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers different ranges depending on drivetrain and trim.

The 2023 Hyundai IONIQ 5 SE Standard Range offers an EPA-estimated 220 miles² of all-electric range, but the three higher trim levels offer different ranges based on their AWD and RWD models:

• SE, SEL, and Limited RWD offer an EPA-estimated 303 miles of range²
• SE, SEL, and Limited AWD offer an EPA-estimated 266 miles of range²

Both vehicles charge quickly, although you may notice the Hyundai IONIQ 5 charges quicker, in about seven hours and 10 minutes on a Level 2 Charger, while it can take the Volvo XC40 Recharge a similar seven to eight hours to charge. On a rapid charger, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 can charge from 10% to 80% in about 18 minutes, while the Volvo XC40 Recharge takes about 37 minutes.

Volvo XC40 Recharge vs. Hyundai IONIQ 5: Cargo Space, Dimensions, & Safety

Which vehicle in our 2023 Volvo XC40 Recharge vs. Hyundai IONIQ 5 is more spacious? The two are nearly identical sizes, with the Volvo XC40 Recharge offering a maximum interior cargo space of 57.5 cubic feet and the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offering 59.3 cubic feet. The Volvo XC40 Recharge also offers a more elegant frame with 174.8 inches of length, while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 stretches 182.5 inches, which may make traversing city streets and parallel parking more challenging. Both models stand tall with a similar height and boast a similar width.

Another win for the Volvo XC40 Recharge lies in its safety features. You'll get more standard safety and driver-assistance features on the Volvo XC40 Recharge than the Hyundai IONIQ 5. Choose the Volvo XC40 Recharge to take advantage of standard oncoming lane mitigation, which requires a higher trim level on the Hyundai IONIQ 5. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 also doesn't offer road sign recognition, a feature the Volvo XC40 Recharge proudly sports. Otherwise, the two vehicles offer similar lane-keeping assistance, rear cross-traffic alert, and more.