2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs. 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Review

Picture of the 2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5

2024 Hyundai
IONIQ 5

MSRP*: $41,800 to $59,400
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Picture of the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas

2024 Volkswagen
Atlas

MSRP*: $37,995 to $52,890
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MPG - City Info not available 18 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 24 - 27 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 59.3 ft3 96.8 ft3
Engine
  • 168-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 225-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 320-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 269-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 168 - 320 hp 269 hp
Towing Capacity 2,300 lbs 2,000 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 182.5 in 200.7 in
Exterior Width 74.4 in 78.3 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.4 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 37.6 in
Head Room Front 39.1 - 39.8 in
Rear 37.5 - 38.7 in
Front 41.3 in
Rear 40.4 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
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Volkswagen Atlas, with comparable head- and legroom. The Volkswagen Atlas offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Hyundai IONIQ 5, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

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 Volkswagen Atlas.

Dimensions
Since the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is much slimmer than the Volkswagen Atlas, 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 Volkswagen Atlas.

Handling
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Atlas, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

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

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

Utility
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 has less seating than the Volkswagen Atlas, making the Volkswagen Atlas the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Volkswagen Atlas.