Why We Chose the Hyundai Ioniq 5 for Best Family Cars of 2025

Finding the right family car means balancing safety, space, tech, and value, which are, coincidentally, the essential pillars of the Hyundai Ioniq 5. Now, with a mild midcycle refresh and recent price cuts, it has even more appeal, landing this electric SUV a spot on our Best Family Cars list. 

This all-electric crossover boasts a futuristic design without compromising on family-friendly practicality. Inside, the Ioniq 5 has a spacious cabin with a flat floor, sliding center console, and reclining rear seats. The wide-opening rear doors and ample cargo space make loading strollers, sports gear, and groceries a breeze. The Ionic 5 offers more passenger space and storage capacity than some larger vehicles in its class. 

Range and charging are two more reasons we love the Ioniq 5. It’s rated to achieve a driving range of up to 318 miles on a full charge, and Hyundai says it can charge its battery pack from 10 to 80% in as little as 20 minutes at a public DC fast charging station. 

For most families, safety is a top priority, and Hyundai is back again to collect yet another Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Top Safety Pick+ trophy for the Ioniq 5. Earning the award every year since its introduction is an impressive feat, as it has consistently aced crash tests and offers advanced safety technologies like forward collision avoidance, lane-keeping assist, and rear occupant alerts. In 2025, the IIHS added more stringent rear occupant safety testing, for which the Ioniq 5 received the top “Good” score. For parents, this adds even more peace of mind. 

Tech-savvy families will appreciate the dual 12.3-inch displays. Additionally, 2025 brings standard wireless CarPlay and Android Auto. Hyundai’s SmartSense and HDA suite of driver-assist features is standard across all trims. Higher trims will offer you the vehicle-to-load (V2L) capability, allowing you to power devices or even camping gear directly from the car, along with even more advanced driver assistance and safety systems. 

Value is another win. The Ioniq 5 comes with Hyundai’s 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty and a 10-year/100,000-mile battery warranty. Compared to gas-powered SUVs, this EV offers lower maintenance costs and long-term fuel savings, especially for those who can recharge at home. 

In a market full of options, the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 stands out as a bold, safe, and versatile tech-forward pick. For families ready to go electric, it’s a compelling option that makes the transition safe, stylish, and affordable, with most trims sitting below the national average new vehicle price. 

The discerning shopper may notice that the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5, now hitting dealerships, has an even lower price tag, which is something for families on a budget to consider.