In an impressive demonstration of durability, a Hyundai Ioniq 5 has accumulated over 666,000 kilometers in just three years. This translates to an average of at least 608 kilometers driven each day, reflecting extreme usage conditions. The car, which has become a topic of interest, is featured on a YouTube channel run by its owner, who shares their experiences with the vehicle.
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 has achieved significant success not only in South Korea but also in North America. It is renowned for its comfort, stylish design, and excellent performance. Its range is slightly less than that of the Tesla Model Y, but overall, it performs well. Since its launch in 2021, the Ioniq 5 has sold hundreds of thousands of units globally.
Currently, the vehicle is part of a recall due to issues with the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU), which has been causing problems related to the 12-volt battery discharging. However, it is reported that only about 1% of vehicles built on the E-GMP platform have experienced this issue.
The YouTuber has praised the Ioniq 5 for its durability, noting that the odometer reads 666,255 kilometers. Considering the car has only been in use for just over three years, this mileage is quite remarkable. The blogger regularly changes the gearbox oil and brake fluid, but the ICCU has malfunctioned, necessitating a replacement that is preventing normal fast charging.
Notably, when the vehicle reached approximately 580,000 kilometers, Hyundai’s Nanyang Research Institute replaced its high-voltage battery free of charge. This situation is relatively rare, as the company’s battery warranty varies according to mileage. It is speculated that the company may have wanted to study the battery pack of this high-mileage vehicle or promote its reliability, as it had not encountered significant issues up to that point. The battery’s State of Health (SOH) was measured at 87% during the replacement.
The owner stated they often use fast chargers and typically charge the battery to full capacity. Given the harsh usage conditions and high daily mileage, it is astonishing that the battery retains such a substantial charge after 580,000 kilometers.
In South Korea, the standard battery warranty is set at 10 years or 200,000 kilometers. Beyond this range, repairs generally incur costs. The scenario of a vehicle exceeding 666,000 kilometers in just over three years is quite unusual. According to data from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) in the United States, the average driver typically covers around 21,700 kilometers annually. This means it would take an average person approximately 30 years to reach 666,000 kilometers.
Electric vehicle owners commonly express concerns over battery longevity. However, reports on this high-mileage Ioniq 5 appear to alleviate some of these worries, showcasing the potential durability of electric vehicle batteries.
