Hyundai IONIQ 5 Achieves World Record Altitude Change by an Electric car

Hyundai Motor Company's Hyundai IONIQ 5 has successfully taken part in a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title attempt for the greatest altitude change by an electric car.  The record attempt was organised by Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) and driven by the professional team from Evo India, with the Hyundai IONIQ 5 setting the 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 feat was accomplished over 14 days, with the route covering a distance of more than 4,900 km.

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is equipped with a high-capacity 72.6 kWh battery.

Mr. Unsoo Kim, Managing Director, Hyundai Motor India Limited. says, "We are incredibly proud to see the Hyundai IONIQ 5 create history by achieving the Guinness World Record™ for the Greatest altitude change by an electric car. This achievement is a testament to Hyundai's unwavering commitment to innovation, technological excellence, and sustainability. The IONIQ 5's performance in such extreme conditions reflects its engineering prowess and durability. At Hyundai, we are dedicated to pushing boundaries and setting new benchmarks in e-mobility, and this record further reinforces our vision of 'Progress for Humanity'."

Hyundai Motor India is committed to delivering advanced mobility solutions and shaping a sustainable future for all.