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Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs VW Passat comparison

Compare performance (229 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (43,300 £ vs 36,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 5 or VW Passat?

Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs VW Passat: Key differences

Hyundai IONIQ 5

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly more electric range
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VW Passat

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • somewhat more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

IONIQ 5

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW Passat is somewhat cheaper – starting at 36,500 £ , while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 costs 43,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,866 £.

As for electric range, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 435 km more than the VW Passat.

Passat

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the VW Passat offers somewhat more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 229 HP. That’s roughly 43 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 7.1 s, while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 takes 7.5 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Passat delivers moderately more torque with 400 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

IONIQ 5

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW Passat is visibly lighter – 1,573 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 382 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Passat offers noticeably more boot space – 690 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 170 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Passat carries marginally more – 577 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 47 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 holds a solid overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £43,300
IONIQ 5

Hyundai IONIQ 5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 229 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 - 16 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 440 - 570 km
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Hyundai IONIQ 5

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 looks like a spaceship that moved into suburbia, pairing bold retro‑futuristic styling with a roomy, cleverly laid-out cabin that makes long trips surprisingly comfortable. Its electric character delivers instant, silky acceleration and low running costs, making it a smart, slightly cheeky pick for buyers who want tech, practicality and personality without the drama.

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Reviews Hyundai IONIQ 5

5 (2 Reviews)
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Javi Rodman
4 Jan 2026, 17:25:22

The best of the best. Comfortable, practical, economical, fun, spacious, with all the ADAS and safety systems. What more could you ask for?

How do you mainly use this car? (optional): Family car
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VW Passat

The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.

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Reviews VW Passat

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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Voller
28 May 2026, 16:12:12

That's just a Passat. Too expensive in my opinion, but it's up to each person to decide whether to throw their money into VW's maw. The car itself is somehow a legend.

How do you mainly use this car? (optional): Company car / Business
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Sjaak
5 Dec 2025, 19:42:23

Spacious car that drives nicely and keeps its value for a long time.

Jack
5 Dec 2025, 15:24:16

Pleasant to drive, roomy and solid. The hybrid version is also very economical.

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VW Passat

Costs and Consumption
Price
43,300 - 46,100 £
Price
36,500 - 58,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 16 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
440 - 570 km
Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
28 - 153 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,955 - 2,060 kg
Curb weight
1,573 - 1,858 kg
Trunk capacity
520 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,849 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
515 - 530 kg
Payload
501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 229 HP
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
350 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 - 168 kW
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
VW
Is the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offered with different drivetrains?

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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