Genesis GV60 vs Hyundai IONIQ 5

Price and cost per week

Safety Rundown

ANCAP lists the Genesis GV60 at 5 stars (2022) and the Hyundai IONIQ 5 at 5 stars (2021). ANCAP tested these in different years (2022 vs 2021). Its criteria get stricter about every three years, so the stars are not like for like. Adult occupant protection scored 89% for the Genesis GV60 and 88% for the Hyundai IONIQ 5, under different test years.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 9 of 10 key ADAS systems on the Hyundai IONIQ 5, against 7 on the Genesis GV60.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 8 in the Genesis GV60 and 7 in the Hyundai IONIQ 5.

Recalls on our record

A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.

Charging times

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to a DC fast charger, estimated from battery size and the car's own maximum charge rates.

Feature Showdown

The Genesis GV60 features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-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 Genesis GV60 stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, head-up display, panoramic roof, heated front seats, ventilated seats, power tailgate and Bang & Olufsen audio — features our data doesn't list for the Hyundai IONIQ 5. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 counters with Apple CarPlay. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Genesis GV60 gets nappa leather upholstery while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers wool blend / leather-appointed combination. Climate control is 3-zone in the Genesis GV60 and 2-zone in the Hyundai IONIQ 5.

Drivetrain

The Genesis GV60 uses a Electric Motor producing 168kW and 350Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.8 seconds.

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

Power output is identical on paper, so the difference comes down to tuning, weight distribution, and suspension. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 84kWh (Genesis GV60) vs 84kWh (Hyundai IONIQ 5), giving WLTP ranges of 561km and 570km.

Space & Comfort

The Genesis GV60 measures 4,515mm long on a 2,900mm wheelbase, 140mm 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 432L in the Genesis GV60 and 520L in the Hyundai IONIQ 5, giving the Hyundai IONIQ 5 a 88L advantage.

For towing, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 leads with a 1,600kg braked capacity vs 1,600kg. That 0kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Neither U-turns in one sweep on a 7 m local street (both need a three-point turn); both turn in a 11.9 m circle, kerb to kerb. The street estimate is indicative, worked from the published turning circles.

Cost to own

At 15,000 km a year, electricity for the Genesis GV60 costs about $864 a year (18 kWh/100km) and electricity for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 about $768 a year (16 kWh/100km), at $1.90 a litre and 32c a kWh. That is $96 a year less for the Hyundai IONIQ 5.

Warranty: 5 years / Unlimited (Genesis GV60) and 5 years / Unlimited (Hyundai IONIQ 5). Capped-price servicing: 5 years (Genesis GV60), no data (Hyundai IONIQ 5).

Where each one leads

The Genesis GV60: nothing in the figures we hold puts it ahead of the Hyundai IONIQ 5.

The Hyundai IONIQ 5: the lower starting price ($68,200 against $88,300), the bigger boot with the seats up (520L against 432L) and lower fuel or energy costs on our assumptions ($768 a year against $864).

The Verdict

Hyundai IONIQ 5 scores higher, 76 vs 73

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 scores 76 to the Genesis GV60's 73 on the CarSorted Score, and leads 4 of the 5 spec rows that separate them, at the lower price. The biggest gaps: energy efficiency (Hyundai IONIQ 5 ahead by 13 points), value (Hyundai IONIQ 5 ahead by 6 points), performance (Genesis GV60 ahead by 4 points). At 15,000 km a year, electricity for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 costs about $96 less (16 kWh/100km against 18 kWh/100km, at 32c a kWh). Boot space with the seats up: 432L in the Genesis GV60, 520L in the Hyundai IONIQ 5.

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