Hyundai Motor unveils 'IONIQ V' in world premiere… directly tackling China's electrification market [Auto China 2026]

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Hyundai Motor has finally unveiled its ambitious China-specific electrified model, developed to target the Chinese market, the world's most competitive battleground for electric vehicles.

On the 24th (local time), at the '2026 Beijing International Motor Show (Auto China 2026)' held at the China International Exhibition Center, Hyundai Motor made the world premiere of 'IONIQ V (IONIQ V)', the first China-local strategic model under its dedicated electric brand IONIQ, and announced its mid-to-long-term strategy for re-establishing its presence in the Chinese market.

'Venus' transformed into Yangsan… 'IONIQ V' precisely meets Chinese customer needs

The newly unveiled IONIQ V is the Yangsan-type model of the 'VENUS Concept' revealed earlier this month. It is characterized by Hyundai Motor's electrification technology precisely reflecting the lifestyles of local Chinese customers.

The exterior features Hyundai Motor's new design language, 'The Origin'. Sharp edge lighting and a sporty hood LINE create a powerful first impression, while frameless doors and geometric aerodynamic wheels complete a sophisticated silhouette.

The interior boasts a class-leading spaciousness. With a wheelbase of 2,900mm, it secures ample legroom and integrates cutting-edge specifications including ▲Qualcomm Snapdragon 8295 chipset ▲27-inch 4K display ▲next-generation Dolby Atmos sound system, realizing a future-oriented mobility space. Notably, the first-ever application of electric air vents and crystal mood lamps by Hyundai Motor further elevated the interior's premium feel.

Overwhelming performance based on local partnerships… 600km driving range under CLTC standards

The IONIQ V was born not merely as a locally produced model but through close collaboration with China's innovative technology ecosystem. Based on a dedicated platform co-developed with Beijing Automotive Group (BAIC) and equipped with batteries from global battery leader CATL, it aims for a driving range of over 600km on a single charge under CLTC standards.

Additionally, through collaboration with autonomous driving specialist 'Momenta', it features an advanced driving assistance system (ADAS) optimized for local road conditions. Furthermore, smart technologies favored by Chinese consumers, such as Pedal Misoperation Safety Assistance (PMSA) and a smart AI assistant based on large language models (LLM), have been extensively applied.

20 new models to be launched over five years… "Will define the future of mobility in China"

Hyundai Motor has also formalized a major investment plan to restore its standing in the Chinese market, starting with this motor show. Previously, it agreed to jointly invest approximately 1.73 trillion won (8 billion yuan) with its joint venture partner Beijing Automotive Group in Beijing Hyundai, and based on this, plans to launch 20 new models in the Chinese market over the next five years.

Jose Munoz Hyeon Dae-cha (CEO)Lee Sa (President) stated, "China is an essential market with the fastest development speed and an advanced innovation ecosystem," and emphasized, "Through the 'In China, For China, To Global' strategy, we will provide customized electrification experiences to Chinese customers and define the future of mobility."

Changes are also being made to the sales approach. Hyundai Motor will introduce the 'One Price' policy across all sales channels to enhance price transparency and restore customer trust by expanding its dedicated brand bases.

Meanwhile, at this motor show running until the 3rd of next month, Hyundai Motor will operate an exhibition hall covering approximately 549 pyeong, showcasing a total of nine vehicles including the IONIQ V, Palisade HYBE Ride, IONIQ 5 N, and IONIQ 9 cutaway model, welcoming local visitors.

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