The all-electric Hyundai IONIQ 5 took part in a prestigious Guinness World Records title attempt for the Greatest altitude change by an electric car.
The record attempt was organized by Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) and driven by the professional team from Evo India, with the Hyundai IONIQ 5 setting the remarkable record by registering an altitude change of 5,802 m. The journey began at India’s highest drivable point, Umling La in Leh Ladakh, located 5,799 m above sea level, and finished in Kuttanad, Kerala, situated three meters below sea level.
The extraordinary feat was accomplished over 14 days, with the route covering a distance of more than 4,900 km, tackling challenging terrain and extreme climatic conditions and truly demonstrating the Hyundai IONIQ 5’s resilience, advanced technology, and superior performance.
Throughout the journey, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 reaffirmed its position as a benchmark in electric mobility, seamlessly navigating harsh environments, from freezing temperatures and steep mountain passes in the Himalayas to humid coastal regions in Kerala.
The Hyundai IONIQ 5, developed on the state-of-the-art Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), has been designed to redefine smart mobility experiences. It features a futuristic and progressive design, inspired by Hyundai’s iconic PONY, as a revolutionary step towards a new era of electric mobility.
Equipped with a high-capacity 72.6 kWh battery, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 delivers exceptional driving range, advanced safety, and cutting-edge smart technologies, offering customers an exhilarating and versatile e-mobility experience.
