CUPRA Tavascan vs Hyundai IONIQ 5

The CUPRA Tavascan starts from $66,490 before on-road costs, while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 opens at $68,200. That makes the CUPRA Tavascan the more affordable entry point by $1,710.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $73,139 and $75,020 respectively.

Both models currently qualify for the electric-vehicle Fringe Benefits Tax exemption (battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold; battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold), a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases.

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 holds a 5-star ANCAP rating vs 4 stars for the CUPRA Tavascan. Adult occupant protection scored 89% for the CUPRA Tavascan and 88% for the Hyundai IONIQ 5.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 9 of 10 key ADAS systems on both.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the CUPRA Tavascan and 7 in the Hyundai IONIQ 5.

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How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The CUPRA Tavascan features a 15-inch touchscreen paired with a 5.3-inch digital dash, while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 gets a 12.3-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The CUPRA Tavascan stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, heated front seats, power tailgate and ambient lighting — features our data doesn't list for the Hyundai IONIQ 5. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 counters with Apple CarPlay and V2L. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the CUPRA Tavascan gets cloth upholstery while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers wool blend / leather-appointed combination. Climate control is 3-zone in the CUPRA Tavascan and 2-zone in the Hyundai IONIQ 5.

The CUPRA Tavascan uses a Electric Motor producing 210kW and 545Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 6.8 seconds.

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 responds with a Electric making 168kW and 350Nm, paired to a single-speed reduction gear driving the rear wheels.

The CUPRA Tavascan has the clear power advantage at 210kW vs 168kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 77kWh (CUPRA Tavascan) vs 84kWh (Hyundai IONIQ 5), giving WLTP ranges of 531km and 570km.

The CUPRA Tavascan measures 4,644mm long on a 2,766mm wheelbase, 11mm shorter than the Hyundai IONIQ 5 at 4,655mm (3,000mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Hyundai IONIQ 5 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 540L in the CUPRA Tavascan and 520L in the Hyundai IONIQ 5, giving the CUPRA Tavascan a 20L advantage.

For towing, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 leads with a 1,600kg braked capacity vs 1,000kg. That 600kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (CUPRA Tavascan) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Hyundai IONIQ 5). Both match on warranty length.