Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs Kia K5
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is more fuel-efficient at 114 MPG combined, against 32 MPG for the Kia K5. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,400 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 | Kia K5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 670 | 224 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Fuel system |
| Crashes and fires | 10 and 2 | 31 and 11 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 21,000 miles | 52,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 5 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 114 MPG | 32 MPG |
| City and highway | 132 and 98 | 29 and 38 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $700 | $2,100 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 670 complaints for the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and 224 for the Kia K5. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 5 stars for the Hyundai Ioniq 5, 5 stars for the Kia K5.
Safety recalls on file: 3 for the Hyundai Ioniq 5, 5 for the Kia K5.