Hyundai ioniq 5 guinness world records
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 achieved a Guinness World Record for meeting the challenge of greatest altitude change
Hyundai Motor Company’s award-winning Hyundai IONIQ 5 participated in a prestigious attempt, aiming for the prestigious GUINNESS Society RECORDS™ title and recognition for the world’s greatest altitude modify by an electric car.
The event was organized by Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) and the vehicle was driven by a professional team from Evo India; the Hyundai IONIQ 5 put the iconic record by recording an altitude change of approximately 5,802 m. The journey began at the highest motorable aim in India, and the motorcar traveled more than 4,900 km, from Umling La in Leh, Ladakh (5,799 m above sea level) to Kuttanad, Kerala (2 m below sea level), according to international media.
The extraordinary feat was achieved over 14 days, facing challenging terrain and utmost weather conditions, thus demonstrating the endurance, advanced technology, and act of the Hyundai IONIQ 5.
Throughout the journey, it is explained, this Hyundai model reaffirmed its position as a benchmark in electric mobility, easily negotiating h
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The futuristic-looking electric crossover set the Guinness World Record title for the Greatest Altitude Change by an Electric Car. Technically, it’s a crossover but all is forgiven. Organized by Hyundai Motor India and accomplished by a professional team from Evo India, the trek saw the Ioniq 5 conquer an altitude change of 5,802 meters. The expedition began at Umling La in Leh Ladakh, India’s highest drivable point at 5,799 meters above sea level, and wrapped up in Kuttanad, Kerala, which sits three meters below sea level.
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The IONIQ 5’s journey began at India’s highest drivable road, Umling La. The team then navigated the challenging terrains and varying climatic conditions across India to reach Kuttanad, which is located below sea level. This journey highlighted the vehicle's adaptability to diverse environments, ranging from the Himalayas to the coastal regions of Kerala.
The 14-day expedition covered over 4900 kilometers. The route included high-altitude mountain passes with freezing temperatures and the humid coastal areas of Kerala. This demonstrated the IONIQ 5's ability to perform consistently in diverse climates and challenging terrains.
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IONIQ 5 Achieves GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS for Greatest Altitude Change by an Electric Car
Hyundai Motor Company’s groundbreaking electric vehicle, the Hyundai IONIQ 5, has added another feather to its cap by achieving the prestigious GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title for the Greatest altitude change by an electric car. This historic achievement was organized by Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) and executed by a professional team from Evo India.
An Unprecedented Feat of Engineering Excellence
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 set the remarkable record with an altitude change of 5,802 meters. Starting at Umling La in Leh Ladakh, the highest drivable point in India at 5,799 meters above sea level, the journey culminated in Kuttanad, Kerala, a region situated three meters below sea level.
This epic journey spanned over 14 days and covered more than 4,900 kilometers of diverse terrain, from the icy Himalayan mountain passes to the humid coastal regions of Kerala. The IONIQ 5 showcased its resilience, advanced technology, and superior performance, handling extreme weather and challenging landscapes with ease.
A Benchmark in Electric Mobility
Throughout the arduous journey, the Hyundai IONIQ 5
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What a great way to end the year — trying to set a new world record. That’s what a Hyundai team in India has been doing with its fully electric Hyundai IONIQ 5.
Hyundai Motor India Limited has tried to drive the IONIQ 5 across the biggest altitude change in history for an electric car — well, using a professional driving team from Evo India. To set the new record — which, yes, they did accomplish — they started out at India’s highest drivable point, Umling La in Leh Ladakh. They then went down 5,802 meters to Kuttanad, Kerala. The journey was over 4,900 km (3,045 miles).
And, yes, they used a standard production version of the IONIQ 5 for this. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 that was used to set the record didn’t have some crazy 200 kWh battery. It had a simple 72.6 kWh battery pack like other IONIQ 5 EVs you can see out on the road or buy from a Hyundai dealer. That said, Hyundai used the achievement to fluff up its description of the car and its capabilities: “Equipped with a high-capacity 72.6 kWh battery, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 delivers exceptional driving range, advanced safety, and cu