Our favorite EV goes Mad Max: The 2025 Ioniq 5 XRT
Briefly

The Ioniq 5 XRT is designed with improved off-road capabilities, featuring new terrain modes like Sand and enhanced angle approaches. During off-road testing, it demonstrated playful performance on sandy terrains, though the driver's overall experience of its noisy performance on paved roads is still unclear. The vehicle includes a new steering wheel button for terrain modes, increased ride height, but similar wheel travel. Despite reservations about its on-road utility, the XRT presents a fun driving experience on dirt, showcasing its spaciousness and fast-charging capabilities, including compatibility with Tesla Superchargers.
The XRT’s enhanced design includes terrain-specific modes and improved approach and departure angles, making it more suitable for off-road exploration than the standard Ioniq 5.
Driving the XRT on sandy terrain provided a playful experience, prompting joy and excitement, even if the vehicle's performance on paved roads remains uncertain.
Read at Ars Technica
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