Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs Tata Nexon EV — Which One Should You Buy?
Last updated 24 July 2026
Quick Verdict
Pick the Hyundai Ioniq 5 for range; pick the Tata Nexon EV for value.
Hyundai Ioniq 5
Hyundai
Ioniq 5
₹46.12 L
Range: 460 km
Battery: 72.6 kWh
Top: 185 km/h
Charge: 18 min
Tata Nexon EV
Tata
Nexon EV
₹14.99 L
Range: 350 km
Battery: 40.5 kWh
Top: 150 km/h
Charge: 56 min
Detailed Specifications
| Spec | Hyundai Ioniq 5 | Tata Nexon EV |
|---|---|---|
| Price (ex-showroom) | ₹46.12 L | ₹14.99 L |
| Battery | 72.6 kWh | 40.5 kWh |
| Real-world range | 460 km | 350 km |
| ARAI/MIDC range | 631 km | 465 km |
| Top speed | 185 km/h | 150 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.6s | 8.9s |
| Motor power | 160 kW | 106 kW |
| Motor torque | 350 Nm | 215 Nm |
| DC fast charge (10-80%) | 18 min | 56 min |
| AC charging | 7.5 hr | 6.5 hr |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Boot space | 527 L | 350 L |
| Ground clearance | 163 mm | 190 mm |
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| NCAP rating | 5★ | 5★ |
Cells highlighted in green indicate the best value in that row.
Variants Available
Hyundai Ioniq 5
- • Standard
Tata Nexon EV
- • Creative
- • Fearless+
- • Empowered+
Key Features
Hyundai Ioniq 5
- ✓ 800V architecture
- ✓ V2L 3.6kW
- ✓ ADAS Level 2
- ✓ Bose audio
- ✓ Solar roof option
Tata Nexon EV
- ✓ 6 airbags
- ✓ Sunroof
- ✓ ADAS Lite
- ✓ Wireless charging
- ✓ 10.25" infotainment
Which is better for…?
Daily city commute
Tata Nexon EV
Tata Nexon EV squeezes ~8.6 km per kWh — the most efficient here, ideal for stop-go traffic.
Highway long-distance
Hyundai Ioniq 5
Hyundai Ioniq 5 balances 460 km of range with 185 km/h top speed — best highway combo.
Family use
Hyundai Ioniq 5
Hyundai Ioniq 5 combines 5-seat capacity, 527L boot, and 5★ safety.
Tight budget
Tata Nexon EV
Tata Nexon EV at ₹14.99 L is the most wallet-friendly choice.
Long-term ownership
Hyundai Ioniq 5
Hyundai Ioniq 5 ships with a 8-year battery warranty.
Pros & Cons
Hyundai Ioniq 5
Pros
- + 18-min DC charging (350kW capable)
- + Retro-futuristic design
- + V2L can power a home
Cons
- − CKD pricing premium
- − Low ground clearance for India
Tata Nexon EV
Pros
- + Strong real-world range
- + 5-star Bharat NCAP
- + Wide service network
Cons
- − Premium pricing
- − Stiff ride on potholes
Final Verdict
Pick the Hyundai Ioniq 5 for range; pick the Tata Nexon EV for value.
- Better real-world range: Hyundai Ioniq 5 — Hyundai Ioniq 5 delivers ~460 km vs 350 km.
- Better value (₹/km of range): Tata Nexon EV — Tata Nexon EV costs ~₹4,283 per km of range — the lowest of the lot.
- Better DC fast charging: Hyundai Ioniq 5 — Hyundai Ioniq 5 hits 10→80% in 18 min.
- Better safety: Tie — All score 5★.
- Better performance: Hyundai Ioniq 5 — Hyundai Ioniq 5 hits 100 km/h in 7.6s.
- Most affordable: Tata Nexon EV — Starts at ₹14.99 L — ₹31.13 L cheaper than the priciest here.