2023 Toyota bZ4X vs. Hyundai Ioniq 5

Comparison

The 2023 Toyota bZ4X is rated as a zero-emission vehicle (ZEV), which produces zero tailpipe emissions. Similarly, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 all-electric vehicle is also a ZEV. This bZ4X vs. Ioniq 5 comparison pits two fully electric crossovers in a highly contested segment.

 

The Toyota 2023 bZ4X represents Toyota’s debut in the EV market, having made its initial entry in May 2022. While the Toyota bZ4X is still the first of its kind for Toyota, the Toyota badge and reputation for building quality vehicles is something prospective buyers can and will bank on. The Toyota bZ4X boasts a comfortable ride, a wide array of tech features, and dependable power.  By contrast, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 was first launched in May 2021 and has been among the most convincing EV packages since.

 

This 2023 Toyota bZ4X vs. Hyundai Ioniq 5 comparison explores engine specifications, transmission details, and interior technology, like touchscreens. Read on for a deep dive into the details to find out if the 2023 Toyota bZ4X or Hyundai Ioniq 5 has more of what you need in your next car.

Highlighted Features

2023 bZ4X

2023IONIQ 5

Base MSRP

$42,000

$45,500

Horsepower

201

225

Adaptive cruise control

Yes

Yes

Speakers

6

6

Estimated Combined (MPG)

119

114

Whole vehicle warranty months / (miles)

36 / 36000

60 / 60000

Roadside assistance months / (mi)

36 / 9999999

60 / Unlimited

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Toyota bZ4X vs. Hyundai Ioniq 5

Safety

Find out if the Toyota bZ4X or the Hyundai Ioniq 5 has better safety and convenience features.

  • The Toyota bZ4X comes with eight airbags, including driver and front passenger airbags, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, driver and passenger seat knee airbags, and front and rear curtain shield airbags. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 comes with six airbags, including driver and passenger front airbags, front side airbags, and front and rear side curtain airbags.
  • The Toyota bZ4X comes with Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 (TSS 3.0) which includes Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/PD), Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist (LDA w/SA), Lane Tracing Assist (LTA), Automatic High Beams (AHB), Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC), and Road Sign Assist (RSA). The Hyundai Ioniq 5 comes with Hyundai SmartSense, which includes Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection (FCA-Ped), Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA), Lane Following Assist (LFA), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), Driver Attention Warning (DAW), and High Beam Assist (HBA).
  • The Toyota bZ4X comes standard with Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking (PA w/AB). The Hyundai Ioniq 5 comes with Parking Distance Warning - Reverse across all trims.
  • The Toyota bZ4X comes with Toyota’s Star Safety System™ which includes Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Smart Stop Technology® (SST). The Hyundai Ioniq 5 comes with Vehicle Stability Management (VSM), Electronic Stability Control (ESC) with Traction Control System (TCS) and Brake Assist (BA), and a Regenerative Braking System with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with 4-wheel disc brakes.
Toyota bZ4X vs. Hyundai Ioniq 5

Performance

Electric cars used to lack power. Now, we have two impressive contenders that have put that concern to rest. Learn about the electric motors (engines) and performance details in this Toyota bZ4X vs. Hyundai Ioniq 5 comparison.

  • The Toyota bZ4X comes with an AC synchronous electric generator that has a total system power output (front/rear for AWD) of up to 201 hp and 196 lb.-ft. of torque. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 has an electric motor that generates up to 168 hp and 258 lb.-ft. of torque in the SE Standard Range or 225 hp and 258 lb.-ft. of torque in the RWD models.
  • The Toyota bZ4X in RWD configuration (XLE and Limited trims) comes with Eco and Normal drive modes, regenerative braking with Boost drive mode, and Snow drive mode. The AWD configurations of the bZ4X come with an X-MODE drive system with Snow/Dirt, Deep Snow/Mud, and Grip Control modes. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 comes with Drive Mode Select across all trim levels, featuring drive mode options for Eco, Normal, Sport, and Snow.
  • The bZ4X comes with a 1-speed automatic transmission and uses an independent MacPherson strut-type front suspension with a stabilizer bar. It also utilizes a multi-link rear suspension with a stabilizer bar. The Ioniq 5 comes with a single-speed reduction gear transmission and uses an independent MacPherson strut with coil spring for its front suspension, while the rear suspension is an independent multi-link design.
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Design

Read about the interior comfort and design elements of the Toyota bZ4X and the Hyundai Ioniq 5.

  • The 2023 Toyota bZ4X has two available trim levels: XLE and Limited. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 comes in four trim levels, the SE Standard Range, SE, SEL, and Limited.
  • The bZ4X is available in five exterior color options: Wind Chill Pearl, Elemental Silver Metallic, Heavy Metal, Supersonic Red, and Black. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 also comes in five exterior colors: Abyss Black, Cyber Gray, Atlas White, Lucid Blue, and Digital Teal.
  • The XLE and Limited trim of the Toyota bZ4X are standard as FWD and have available All-Wheel Drive capability with X-Mode as an option. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 comes with RWD on the SE Standard Range trim and needs an upgrade to the higher grade levels to get AWD functionality.
  • The Toyota bZ4X comes with a leather-trimmed manual tilt/telescopic 3-spoke steering wheel on the XLE trim. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 comes with a leather-wrapped tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel on all models.
  • The Toyota bZ4X comes with a Panoramic fixed-glass roof with a power sunshade, and a Vision fixed panoramic sunroof is available on the Hyundai Ioniq 5 as an upgrade.
Toyota bZ4X vs. Hyundai Ioniq 5

Warranty

Read about maintenance plans, roadside assistance coverage, and warranties you get with the Toyota bZ4X and the Hyundai Ioniq 5.

  • The Toyota bZ4X battery electric vehicle comes with a Basic Warranty that provides coverage for three years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 EV comes with a standard New Vehicle Limited Warranty that provides coverage for five years or 60,000 miles, whichever comes first.
  • The Toyota bZ4X comes with a Powertrain Warranty and a Restraint Warranty for five years or 60,000 miles. The bZ4X also comes with a Corrosion Perforation Warranty for five years or unlimited mileage. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 comes with a limited powertrain warranty for ten years or 100,000 miles and an Anti-perforation warranty for seven years or unlimited mileage.
  • The Toyota bZ4X comes with an Electric Vehicle Drive Components Warranty that covers the Transaxle, Traction Battery, Inverter with Converter for eight years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 comes with a Hybrid/Electric Battery Warranty for ten years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first.
  • The Toyota bZ4X comes with the ToyotaCare factory-scheduled maintenance plan that covers normal maintenance for two years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 comes with the Hyundai Complimentary Maintenance plan, which covers normal factory-scheduled maintenance visits for three years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first.
  • The Toyota bZ4X also comes with 24-hour Roadside Assistance for three years, unlimited mileage. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 comes with a Roadside Assistance package that provides coverage for five years, unlimited miles.
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Technology

Learn about interior technology, such as touchscreens, available multimedia, remote keyless entry, and navigation systems in the Toyota bZ4X vs. Hyundai Ionic 5.

  • The Toyota bZ4X comes with a 12.3-inch touchscreen, a Toyota Audio Multimedia system with six speakers, wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility, and a 3-month SiriusXM® Platinum Plan trial subscription. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 comes with a 12.3-inch HD touchscreen onboard navigation system, AM/FM/HD Radio™/SiriusXM audio, Android Auto™, and Apple CarPlay®, Bluetooth® Multiple Device Connection (up to two devices).
  • The Toyota bZ4X Limited adds a 9-speaker JBL® Premium Audio system that includes a subwoofer and amplifier. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited includes a Premium Bose® Sound System, but the number of speakers for any model is not included on the manufacturer's website.
  • The Toyota bZ4X XLE comes with a Smart Key System on the front doors with Push Button Start. It also includes a remote keyless entry system with lock, unlock, and remote air conditioning controls. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 comes with a Proximity Key entry with a push button start on all trim levels, and upgrading to the SEL or Limited grade allows access to the Hyundai Digital Key.
  • The Toyota bZ4X comes with a 3-year Drive Connect trial, which includes Cloud Navigation with Google Points of Interest (POI) data, Intelligent Assistant with Hey, Toyota, and Destination Assist. The onboard navigation system in the Hyundai Ioniq 5 includes traffic flow, including incident data via HD Radio™.

Conclusion

The Toyota bZ4X and Hyundai Ioniq 5 are both excellent performers when it comes to performance features that deliver plenty of horsepower and interior features to help you stay comfortable. Both of the Toyota bZ4X trim levels, the XLE and Limited, are built on the e-TNGA platform that supports a smooth driving experience, enhances stability, and adds to your comfort when riding in the bZ4X. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is optimized for sleek lines and an aerodynamic ride.

  • The Toyota bZ4X runs on an electric motor (engine) AC synchronous electric generator with a total system power output (front/rear for AWD) of up to 201 hp and 196 lb.-ft. of torque. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 has an electric motor that generates up to 168 hp and 258 lb.-ft. of torque in the SE Standard Range or 225 hp and 258 lb.-ft. of torque in the RWD models.
  • The Toyota bZ4X also has a higher ground clearance of 8.1 inches, allowing it to traverse a wider range of terrains. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 has a ground clearance of 6.1 inches. Additionally, the Toyota bZ4X has 27.7 inches of cargo space, and the Hyundai Ioniq 5 has 27.2 inches of space.
  • The Toyota bZ4X comes standard with Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking (PA w/AB). In contrast, none of the Hyundai Ioniq 5 trims have Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist (PCA-R). You can only get Parking Distance Warning - Forward on the SEL and Limited trims of the Hyundai Ioniq 5.
  • The Toyota bZ4X comes with a 12.3-inch touchscreen, a Toyota Audio Multimedia system with six speakers, wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility, and a 3-month SiriusXM® Platinum Plan trial subscription. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 comes with a 12.3-inch HD touchscreen onboard navigation system, AM/FM/HD Radio®/SiriusXM audio, Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay®, Bluetooth® Multiple Device Connection (up to two devices), and SiriusXM activation and a 3-month trial.
  • The top-spec bZ4X Limited trim has a lower starting MSRP ($46,700) but comes with similar comfort, safety, and convenience features found on the top-spec Ioniq 5 Limited ($52,600).

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Published on August 01, 2023