Toyota bZ4X Touring vs Hyundai IONIQ 5
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Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Price Breakdown
The Toyota bZ4X Touring starts from $69,990 before on-road costs, while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 opens at $76,200. That makes the Toyota bZ4X Touring the more affordable entry point by $6,210.
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 $76,989 and $83,820 respectively.
Both models qualify for Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) exemption, which is a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases. Depending on your tax bracket, this can save $5,000-$15,000+ per year compared to an equivalent ICE vehicle.
Safety Rundown
Both the Toyota bZ4X Touring and Hyundai IONIQ 5 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.
Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 packs more ADAS features with 7 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 5 in the Toyota bZ4X Touring.
Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 8 in the Toyota bZ4X Touring and 7 in the Hyundai IONIQ 5. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 adds a 360-degree camera that the Toyota bZ4X Touring misses.
Feature Showdown
The Toyota bZ4X Touring features a 14-inch touchscreen paired with a 7-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 Toyota bZ4X Touring stands out with JBL audio and ambient lighting that you will not find on the Hyundai IONIQ 5. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 counters with head-up display, V2L and Bose audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Interior trim differs: the Toyota bZ4X Touring gets synthetic leather upholstery while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers leather.
Drivetrain
The Toyota bZ4X Touring uses a Dual Electric Motor producing 280kW and 536Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 4.4 seconds.
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 responds with a Electric making 168kW and 350Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.5 seconds.
The Toyota bZ4X Touring has the clear power advantage at 280kW vs 168kW. In the real-world sprint, the Toyota bZ4X Touring is 4.1s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Battery: 74.7kWh (Toyota bZ4X Touring) vs 84kWh (Hyundai IONIQ 5), giving WLTP ranges of 488km and 433km. DC fast charging peaks at 150kW (Toyota bZ4X Touring) vs 220kW (Hyundai IONIQ 5).
Space & Comfort
The Toyota bZ4X Touring measures 4,985mm long on a 2,850mm wheelbase, 350mm longer than the Hyundai IONIQ 5 at 4,635mm (3,000mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Hyundai IONIQ 5 generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 550L in the Toyota bZ4X Touring and 527L in the Hyundai IONIQ 5, giving the Toyota bZ4X Touring a 23L advantage.
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
11.0m to 11.2m
Based on 11.2m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Based on 11.0m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
True Cost to Own
Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.
Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Toyota bZ4X Touring) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Hyundai IONIQ 5). Both match on warranty length.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Toyota bZ4X Touring if: You want the lower entry price, prioritise performance, need more boot space, or prefer Toyota's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Hyundai IONIQ 5 if: You or prefer Hyundai's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The Toyota bZ4X Touring takes 5 of 9 key spec categories and comes in at a lower price. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Toyota bZ4X Touring and Hyundai IONIQ 5?
The Toyota bZ4X Touring is the cheapest at $69,990 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Hyundai IONIQ 5 by $6,210.
Which has the longest driving range?
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 has the most range at 570km (WLTP).
Which charges fastest?
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 accepts the highest DC charging at up to 220kW.
Which is safest?
They are evenly matched — Toyota bZ4X Touring and Hyundai IONIQ 5 all hold a 5-star ANCAP rating. Compare the active-safety features above to separate them.
Which has the most boot space?
The Toyota bZ4X Touring has the largest boot at 550L.
Which can tow the most?
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 has the highest braked towing capacity at 1,600kg.
Which is the most powerful?
The Toyota bZ4X Touring makes the most power at 280kW. The Toyota bZ4X Touring is quickest to 100km/h in 4.4s.
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Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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