Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs Tesla Model 3
The Tesla Model 3 is more fuel-efficient at 132 MPG combined, against 114 MPG for the Hyundai Ioniq 5. At EPA assumptions that is about $150 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 | Tesla Model 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 670 | 1,518 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Forward collision avoidance |
| Crashes and fires | 10 and 2 | 109 and 6 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 21,000 miles | 5,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 18 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 114 MPG | 132 MPG |
| City and highway | 132 and 98 | 138 and 126 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $700 | $550 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 670 complaints for the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and 1,518 for the Tesla Model 3. 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 Tesla Model 3.
Safety recalls on file: 3 for the Hyundai Ioniq 5, 18 for the Tesla Model 3.