Hyundai Ioniq 5 2025: the first electric car with Tesla Supercharger support
By ForGeeks Hyundai has unveiled the redesigned 2025 Ioniq 5, making it one of the first non-Tesla electric cars with factory support for Tesla Supercharging and a North American Charging Standard (NACS) connector. Unlike most other electric vehicles, the new Ioniq 5 won’t need an adapter to connect to the more than 17,000 Tesla Supercharger stations in the U.S., a significant advantage for owners.
The new Ioniq 5 won’t need an adapter to connect to more than 17,000 Tesla Supercharger stations in the U.S., a significant advantage for owners.
Benefits of the new NACS charging port
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Last year, nearly all automakers selling electric vehicles in the U.S. announced a switch to the NACS connector, but most had yet to add the port to their new vehicles. As a result, drivers have had to use CCS-NACS adapters, which Tesla has limited supply of so far. Prototypes of the new Rivian R2 with a NACS connector have already been shown to the public, but they are not scheduled to launch until 2026. In contrast, the 2025 Ioniq 5 will allow owners to plug directly into Tesla stations without an adapter, and for cases where only charging with a CCS connector is available, Hyundai will provide an adapter.
The Ioniq 5 will allow owners to plug directly into Tesla stations without an adapter, and Hyundai will provide an adapter for cases where only charging with a CCS connector is available.
Extended battery capacity and extended range
In addition to a new charging port, the updated 2025 Ioniq 5 features increased battery capacity compared to the current model:
- Standard Range: 58.0 to 63.0 kW⋅h
- Long Range: 77.4 to 84.0 kW⋅h
The increased battery capacity provides improved range: new Standard Range models will be able to travel more than 240 miles (more than 386 kilometers) on a single charge, compared to 220 miles (354 kilometers) for the current model. In the Long Range variant with rear-wheel drive, range increases from the current 303 miles (488 km) to more than 310 miles (more than 499 km).
The range increases from the current 303 miles (488 km) to more than 310 miles (more than 499 km).
New XRT version and U.S. production
Hyundai has added a new XRT version to the lineup with increased off-road capability and off-road styling, similar to the Ford Mustang Mach-E Rally. Production of the new Ioniq 5 will begin this fall at Hyundai’s new plant in Georgia, USA. The car is expected to qualify for a $3,750 federal tax credit at the start of sales, with additional federal incentives possible. Leasing still qualifies for the full $7,500 credit, which is fully transferable to the consumer.
Leasing still qualifies for the full $7,500 credit.
Closure
The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 sets new standards among electric vehicles by offering users the ability to seamlessly utilize Tesla Superchargers thanks to its integrated NACS connector. Larger batteries, improved range and new off-road capabilities make this electric vehicle one of the most attractive offerings on the market.
Hyundai Ioniq 5 2025 sets new standards among electric vehicles.
