Part SUV, part hatchback, all cool
The IONIQ 5 is the magic sauce for Hyundai EV sales. The combination of SUV/hatchback looks, retro-futuristic styling, great tech, and ample cabin space makes for hot sales. For 2025, the IONIQ 5 SE RWD gets an impressive EPA-estimated 318 miles, while all-wheel drive models drop that range down to 290 miles. Rear-wheel drive models provide 225 horsepower from a single electric motor paired with an 84 kWh lithium-ion battery. The fact that it’s fun to drive, responsive, and quick is the icing on the cake.
The IONIQ 5 pushes the styling envelope with some of the best sheetmetal in the compact EV segment. Pixellated lights, sharp body creases, and an aggressive stance give it both a sporty and sophisticated look. The contemporary interior is also open and roomy. Its fiercest competitors in the compact EV segement are the Tesla Model Y, Ford Mach-E, Kia EV6, and the VW ID.4. Combined with its range, style, and driving fun, the IONIQ 5 also gets a great September lease deal.
2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 lease deal for September
Hyundai is offering a great lease deal on the IONIQ 5 SE RWD at $199/month for 24 months with $3,999 due at lease signing, and a $7,500 EV Lease Bonus. There’s no security deposit and this offer does not include registration, tax, title, license, processing or documentation fees, insurance, or any emission charge. The mileage limit is 6,000 miles per year, and a $400 disposition fee is due at the end of the lease except in CO, IN, IA, KS, ME, OK, SC, WI, WV, & WY, where the disposition fee is subject to the limitations of state laws. Not all lessees will qualify, and higher rates may apply for those with lower credit scores. Lease offer ends September 30, 2025. Learn more here.
2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 SE RWD feature highlights
The 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 SE RWD features DC fast charging capability, achieving a 10 to 80 percent charge in 81 minutes using a CCS adapter and a 50kW DC fast charger. Using an NACS V3/V4 Supercharger is even quicker, charging from 10 to 80 percent in 30 minutes. EPA-rated MPGe is 129 city, 100 highway, and 114 combined for the SE RWD.
Standard features on the 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 SE RWD include 19-inch alloy wheels, 235/55 R19 all-season tires, LED headlights and DRLs, LED taillights, automatic headlights, high beam assist, heated side mirrors with turn signal indicators, flush door handles, a proximity key, an 8-way power driver’s seat with power lumbar, heated front seats, a 12.3-inch color infotainment touchscreen, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, dual automatic climate control, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and a proximity key with pushbutton start.
The IONIQ 5’s standard safety features set is huge with blind spot collision warning, rear cross-traffic avoidance assist, parking distance warning front and rear, forward collision avoidance assist with pedestrian/cyclist detection and junction turning, lane keeping assist, intelligent speed limit assist, driver attention warning, forward attention warning, highway driving assist, adaptive cruise control with stop & go, nav based smart cruise control with curve control, safe exit assist, and lane following assist. The IONIQ 5 also earned the IIHS Top Safety Pick+ for 2025.
The IONIQ 5 has a total passenger volume of 132.8 cubic feet. The front row offers 41.7 inches of legroom, while the second row provides 38.7 inches, offering ample space for adults. In terms of cargo space, the IONIQ 5 has 58.5 cubic feet of space with the seats folded flat and 26.3 cubic feet behind row two.
Final thoughts
The 2025 IONIQ 5 is a compelling EV that’s good for small families and yet still quick and fun to drive, in addition to its great tech, space, and safety. The incredibly low monthly lease payment makes the 2025 IONIQ 5 SE RWD truly attainable, even for those on a budget. Before signing the lease agreement, understand the costs due at signing, including taxes, registration fees, and potential dealer costs.
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Amos Kwon
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