2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs. 2025 Toyota 4Runner Review

Picture of the 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5

2025 Hyundai
IONIQ 5

MSRP*: $42,600 to $58,200
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2025 Toyota
4Runner

MSRP*: $41,270 to $57,900
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MPG - City Info not available 19 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 24 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 58.5 ft3 90.2 ft3
Engine
  • 168-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 225-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 320-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 278-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 168 - 320 hp 278 hp
Towing Capacity 2,300 lbs 6,000 lbs
Exterior Length 183.3 in 194.9 in
Exterior Width 74.4 in 77.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.4 in
Front 41.8 in
Rear 34.8 in
Head Room Front 39.1 - 39.8 in
Rear 37.5 - 38.7 in
Front 39.7 in
Rear 37.8 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Hyundai IONIQ 5 than in the Toyota 4Runner. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and the Toyota 4Runner.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is somewhat more expensive than the Toyota 4Runner.

Dimensions
Since the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is much slimmer than the Toyota 4Runner, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Hyundai IONIQ 5, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Toyota 4Runner.

Handling
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 has the same turning radius as the Toyota 4Runner, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Toyota 4Runner is clearly the choice over the Hyundai IONIQ 5 for pulling heavy loads. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 has a little more horsepower than the Toyota 4Runner.

Powertrain
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 has much lower torque than the Toyota 4Runner, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and the Toyota 4Runner. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Toyota 4Runner.