Hyundai IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 6 Named Cars.com 2026 Top EV Picks

• Second Consecutive Year of Top EV Pick Honors for Hyundai in Two Categories
• Hyundai IONIQ 6 Named Top EV Pick in the Electric Car category
• Hyundai IONIQ 5 Named Top EV Pick in the Two-Row SUV category

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Sept. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai's acclaimed IONIQ electric vehicles received two 2026 Top EV Pick honors from Cars.com in their newly updated EV Buying Guide. As part of this year's selections, the 2025 IONIQ 6 was named the Top EV Pick in the Electric Car category, while the 2025 IONIQ 5 was named the Top EV Pick in the Two-Row electric SUV category.

"Hyundai is setting the bar high for mainstream EVs. Efficiency is the name of the game for the IONIQ 6," said Aaron Bragman, Detroit Bureau Chief, Cars.com. "With up to 342 miles of rangeⁱ, the ability to fast-charge in as little as 18 minutesⁱⁱ, sleek styling, a comfortable cabin and a sub-$40,000ⁱⁱⁱ starting price, it's one of the most well-rounded EVs available today — which is why it's Cars.com's Top Pick: Electric Car. Meanwhile, the IONIQ 5 makes you feel instantly at home behind the wheel thanks to excellent visibility, intuitive controls and a comfortable ride. It adds roomy cargo space, blazing-fast charging and practical touches like physical buttons for everyday comfort. That's why it's Cars.com's Top Pick: 2-Row Electric SUV."

The IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 6 received Top EV Pick honors in their respective categories for the second consecutive year, having been selected from a competitive lineup of electric vehicles across six categories – Two-Row SUV, Three-Row SUV, Car, Value, Luxury and Pickup Truck.

"We're thrilled to have the IONIQ 6 and IONIQ 5 selected by Cars.com for a second consecutive year as their Top EV picks in the electric car and two-row SUV categories," said Ricky Lao, director, product planning, Hyundai Motor North America. "Our team works hard to deliver best-in-class electric vehicles that bring together innovative design, impressive efficiency and advanced technology. This continued recognition from the team at Cars.com reinforces Hyundai's engineering prowess." 

All models that are new or fully redesigned for the 2025 model year and previously awarded are eligible for Cars.com's Top EV Picks awards. Award criteria include quality, innovation, and value. 

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ⁱ EPA-estimated 342-mile driving range for 2025 IONIQ 6 SE RWD; EPA-estimated 316-mile driving range for IONIQ 6 SE AWD; EPA-estimated 240-mile driving range for IONIQ 6 SE Standard Range RWD; EPA-estimated 291-mile driving range for IONIQ 6 SEL RWD and IONIQ 6 Limited RWD; and EPA-estimated 270-mile driving range for IONIQ 6 SEL AWD and IONIQ 6 Limited AWD. All figures are EPA estimates and based on a fully charged battery. For comparison purposes only. Battery capacity decreases with time and use. Actual range will vary based on a number of factors, including vehicle options, driving conditions and habits, vehicle and battery's condition, battery temperature and outside temperature.

ⁱⁱ Approximately 18 minutes to charge from 10% to 80% on a 350-kW, 800V DC ultra-fast charger. Actual charging time varies based on a number of factors, including current battery charge level, output of the charging unit, vehicle and battery settings, battery temperature and outside temperature. Ultra-fast charging stations are provided by independent companies and availability is not guaranteed.

ⁱⁱⁱ MSRP excludes freight charges, tax, title, and license fees. Freight charges and actual dealer prices may vary.

SOURCE Hyundai Motor America