Here Are the 11 Most Notable All-New Models We Reviewed in 2021 There were a ton of big-deal new models unleashed on the world this year

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Hyundai Ioniq 5

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Hyundai Ioniq 5

This was the last big new model of the year to hit the spotlight; we headed out to sunny California to drive the all-electric Ioniq 5, a mighty fine looking EV that Hyundai hopes will finally be the one to put fear into the heart of Tesla.

From Benoit Charette:

We know how determined and relentless Korean automakers are; they’ve been that way for years now. Now that they’re tackling the electric vehicle sector, there are no half-measures. They’re all in, and they’re dynamic.

It's remarkable what Hyundai has managed to do in such a short time. The Ioniq 5 isn't perfect, but it has no major flaws either. Hyundai has the ability to sell everything it makes without any problems. The first models are arriving in dealerships right now.

See: 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 First Drive: Could This Be the One to Rattle Tesla?

See: 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 pictures

Specifications sheet of Hyundai Ioniq 5

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Hyundai Ioniq 5, three-quarters rear
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Hyundai Ioniq 5, front
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Hyundai Ioniq 5, interior