Hyundai IONIQ V Debuts at Beijing Auto Show, Sports Futuristic Wedge Design

Hyundai just revealed its IONIQ V sedan at the Beijing Auto Show, and the new vehicle shares the elegant design of the Venus concept that inspired it. The engineers and designers stayed fairly near to the wild lines that made the concept so appealing, releasing an electric machine designed from the bottom up with Chinese buyers in mind.

The IONIQ V’s design features a single flowing curve that extends from nose to tail, with no bumps in between. The frameless doors blend seamlessly into the body, and the side mirrors appear to hover above the fenders. The headlights protrude from the front like the two parts of the Hyundai logo, and a corresponding light bar spans the entire width of the rear, just above the sleek tiny tail. The overall style is low and wedge-like, paying homage to vintage 80s designs while remaining undeniably modern.

The IONIQ V measures just under 193 inches long, 74.4 inches wide, and has a wheelbase of 114.2 inches. That all adds up to plenty of space inside for everyone, with front passengers having 42.4 inches of legroom and rear passengers having 40.1 inches, which is among the finest in its class for a car of this size. The IONIQ V is nearly as long as a Sonata, but thanks to its all-electric construction, it rides lower and glides more smoothly.

Things under the hood are powered by an 800-volt electrical system, which allows you to take advantage of speedy charging. CATL is providing the batteries, which together provide more than 600 kilometers of range on China’s CLTC test cycle, or approximately 373 miles under local conditions. Of course, real-world driving would likely be slightly lower, but the layout appears to have been designed with long-distance comfort in mind for China’s congested highways.

Inside the driver’s cockpit, there’s a very clean dashboard with a single large 27-inch screen operating at 4K resolution. The steering wheel contains the only physical controls, while the typical gauges are located on the horizon-style head-up display. The software is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8295 chip, and Hyundai’s onboard AI voice assistant is ready to listen for natural voice requests to modify music, navigation, climate, or seat settings. Orange and blue interior tones add a touch of modest color without overwhelming the serene and peaceful cabin.

Hyundai executives characterize their strategy as producing cars in China for Chinese drivers before exporting the best parts to other markets. The IONIQ V is already hinting at several new stylistic elements that could make their way into future Hyundais all over the world, whether in next-generation crossovers or sedans. You can get in on the fun later this year, and all of the cars will come with specialized staff to assist with servicing, as well as a one-price policy aimed to make purchasing much easier.
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