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Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Geely E5 comparison

Compare performance (650 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (39,000 £ vs 32,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 6 or Geely E5?

Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Geely E5: Key differences

Hyundai IONIQ 6

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  • considerably more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Geely E5

  • moderately cheaper
  • a bit lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

IONIQ 6

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Geely E5 is moderately cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the Hyundai IONIQ 6 costs 39,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,480 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is slightly more efficient: consuming 13.4 kWh/100km compared to 15.8 kWh/100km for the Geely E5. That’s a difference of about 2.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 680 km, about 205 km more than the Geely E5.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers considerably more power – delivering 650 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 432 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the Geely E5 takes 6.9 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai IONIQ 6 delivers clearly more torque with 770 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 450 Nm more.

IONIQ 6

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, Geely E5 is a bit lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 1,892 kg. The difference is around 177 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Geely E5 offers slightly more boot space – 461 L compared to 401 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.

When it comes to payload, the Geely E5 carries barely more – 445 kg compared to 438 kg. That’s a difference of about 7 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 is far ahead overall 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 £39,000
IONIQ 6

Hyundai IONIQ 6

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 - 650 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.4 - 18.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 487 - 680 km
Hyundai IONIQ 6
Geely E5

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Hyundai IONIQ 6

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 glides down the road with a poise that feels more runway model than commuter car, its sleek silhouette promising efficiency without trying too hard. Inside, a calm, minimalist cabin packed with clever, usable tech makes it a compelling choice for buyers who want electric motoring that's smart, stylish and quietly practical.

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Geely E5

The Geely E5 is a practical, no-nonsense sedan that prioritizes comfort and everyday usability while delivering solid value for money. It appeals to buyers who want affordable running costs, easy city driving and a sensible set of features without excess.

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Hyundai IONIQ 6
Geely E5

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,000 - 65,100 £
Price
32,600 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.4 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
487 - 680 km
Electric Range
430 - 475 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,892 - 2,241 kg
Curb weight
1,715 - 1,815 kg
Trunk capacity
371 - 401 L
Trunk capacity
461 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,880 - 1,940 mm
Width
1,901 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
386 - 438 kg
Payload
427 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 650 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 - 7.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Torque
320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Geely
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