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Auto Blog
08-07-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Blog
I Drove the Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT: Here's the Real Verdict
By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. Off-roady EVs have arrived I spent a week with the Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT, putting it through real-world conditions, including daily errands, highway road trips, urban commutes, and even some light off-roading. Hyundai markets the XRT as more than just a stylish EV; it hints at a lifestyle of adventure, utility, and futuristic practicality. But does this rugged trim level actually deliver on its outdoorsy promises? Here's what I discovered beyond the spec sheet. 0:14 / 0:15 Skip Ad 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT — Source: Hyundai Powertrain and performance The XRT is powered by dual permanent-magnet synchronous AC motors, delivering a combined 320 horsepower and 446 lb-ft of torque (133 hp front / 221 hp rear). According to Hyundai, it does 0 to 60 mph in just 4.5 seconds, which I found entirely believable. This thing moves. It's backed by an 84 kWh long-range battery, offering a max range of around 259 miles. That's a bit lower than the standard AWD Ioniq 5 due to the higher ride height (+0.9″) and chunky all-terrain tires. However, its 800V architecture allows rapid DC fast charging at up to 350 kW, which can take it from 10% to 80% in about 20 minutes. It now includes the NACS (Tesla Supercharger) port, which is a game-changer for public charging. If an NACS charger is unavailable, you can also use CCS via an adapter. It can actually go off-road…a bit No, it's not a Jeep Wrangler, but the Ioniq 5 XRT does let you stray off the beaten path. Fire roads, trails, and sandy backroads are all in play, as long as you avoid serious rock crawling or mud bogging. Thanks to 7 inches of ground clearance and much-improved approach (19.8°) and departure (30°) angles, you get noticeably more off-road confidence compared to the standard Ioniq 5. Autoblog Newsletter Autoblog brings you car news; expert reviews and exciting pictures and video. Research and compare vehicles, too. Sign up or sign in with Google Facebook Microsoft Apple By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. What really makes the XRT special are its three exclusive drive modes: Snow, Sand, and Mud. I tested 'Sand' mode on a beach trail, and it powered through with ease. The Continental CrossContact ATR all-terrain tires (mounted on 18-inch black wheels) chewed through loose dirt with surprising grip, and on pavement, they were quiet enough that I almost forgot they weren't road tires. The competition is heating up I've always had a soft spot for the Ioniq 5—frankly, I've considered buying a base model for L.A. commuting. I even drove one cross-country from California to Florida and back a few years ago, so I was eager to try the XRT version. That said, there's fierce competition emerging in the off-road-ish EV crossover space. The Ford Mustang Mach-E Rally is probably the most direct rival. It's louder, more aggressive, and clearly built for fast, rally-style dirt fun. While both hover around $57,000, the Ford has more of a wild-child personality, whereas the Hyundai feels more composed and practical. Then there's the upcoming Chevy Equinox EV eAWD, Volkswagen ID.4 AWD Pro S, and 2026 Subaru Solterra, all of which could give the XRT some serious heat with more power, more range, or sharper pricing. Final thoughts The Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT is a well-executed, capable EV with a touch of rugged flair, but if I'm being honest, I wish it looked tougher. The 'digital camo' trim is interesting, but not aggressive. A brighter paint palette, more distinctive wheels, or even a bolder interior theme would have gone a long way. Still, it's hard to ignore how polished the package is. It's fast, practical, reasonably off-road capable, and backed by Hyundai's proven EV platform. It may not scream 'overland warrior,' but it's a sweet ride with real daily-driver versatility and a genuine sense of adventure.
Globe and Mail
07-07-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
CORRECTION - Osisko Development Announces Positive Bulk Tonnage Ore Sorting Results for the Cariboo Gold Project
In a release issued under the same headline on July 7, 2025, by Osisko Development Corp. (NYSE: ODV, TSXV: ODV), please note that the highlights section and eleventh paragraph have been updated to reflect the correct reference to gold recovery for the 6–10 mm fraction of "92%" instead of "95%". The corrected release follows: HIGHLIGHTS X-ray transmission (XRT) ore sorter testwork of a ~80 tonne sample taken from the Cariboo underground achieved positive results consistent with 2025 FS parameters 42-55% waste rejection with 84-89% gold recovery achieved by sorting mid-size and oversize sample material including 10 – 30 mm and 30 – 70 mm size fractions, respectively Encouraging results from testing the previously unassessed 6–10 mm size fraction, made possible by recent advancements in AI, demonstrated 59% waste rejection and 92% gold recovery, highlighting a potential opportunity for future optimization 2.0-2.1 upgrade ratio consistent with 2025 FS assumption of 1.95 New testwork represents a significantly larger data set, with previous sorting totalling ~5 tonnes and completed largely on material sourced from drill core 76% of the contained gold in the test sample estimated to report to the fines fraction (<10 mm) Flowsheet optimization work, including a variability study to refine assumptions across the deposit, is contemplated to be completed as part of detailed engineering MONTREAL, July 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Osisko Development Corp. (NYSE: ODV, TSXV: ODV) (" Osisko Development" or the " Company") is pleased to announce positive results from an ore sorting testing program conducted on a bulk tonnage sample of mineralized material extracted from its permitted, 100%-owned Cariboo Gold Project (" Cariboo" or the " Project"), located in central British Columbia (" B.C."), Canada. The testwork results demonstrate gold recoveries, mass pull, and upgrade ratios consistent with the assumptions outlined in the 2025 FS (as defined herein), and were conducted on a significantly larger scale than previous programs. Importantly, positive results on a previously untested smaller 6–10 mm size fraction may represent a meaningful opportunity for flowsheet optimization. Key summary results are presented in Table 1: Table 1: Cariboo Ore Sorting Results Summary vs. 2025 FS Assumptions Particle Size Sample Mass 2025 Ore Sorter Results 2025 FS Assumptions (mm) (tonnes) Mass Pull Gold Recovery Upgrade Ratio Mass Pull Gold Recovery Upgrade Ratio 6–10 8 41 % 92 % 2.23 — not tested — 10–30 61 45 % 89 % 1.96 14-49% 89.1-96.6% 1.95 30–70 10 58 % 84 % 2.06 14-49% 89.1-96.6% 1.95 1. Mass pull is defined as the percentage of total feed material retained for further processing, with waste rejection being the equivalent inverse measure. 2. Upgrade ratio is defined as the concentrate material grade (post-sorting) divided by the feed material grade (pre-sorting). Meaning if feed grade is x g/t Au an upgrade ratio of 2.0 would equate to 2x g/t Au in post-sorting material. The program, carried out by the Saskatchewan Research Council (" SRC") with support from TOMRA Sorting (" TOMRA") at SRC's testing facility in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, utilized an x-ray transmission sensor (" XRT") to evaluate ~80 tonnes of split material (representative of a ~400 tonne bulk sample) using a production-scale TOMRA COM 1200 Tertiary XRT machine. The ore sorter pre-concentrate circuit in the 2025 FS is designed to utilize an XRT sensor to separate unmineralized sandstone (waste rock) from the gold-associated sulfide material (metal bearing rock) based on atomic density. Since the XRT scanner detects sulfide material as high-density and waste as low-density, it can selectively divert marginal material away from the next processing stage at a low cost of approximately C$1-2 per tonne while generating a predominantly non-potentially acid generating (" NPAG") waste product. Sample material, extracted from the underground Lowhee Zone, was initially crushed, screened and split to produce several particle size fractions for testing: (i) fines (<10 mm); (ii) mid-size (10–30 mm); and (iii) oversize (30–70 mm). Additional testing was carried out on a 6–10 mm particle size, which was previously unassessed and not part of the 2025 FS. Methodologies and Additional Observations Overview. The completed ore sorter testwork represents one of the largest programs of its kind, using mineralized material taken directly from the underground. The objective was to further optimize and validate ore sorting parameters within the processing flowsheet, and inform areas for additional opportunities. Previous ore sorter testwork used as the basis for the 2025 FS assumptions primarily relied on laboratory and pilot scale work that in aggregate totalled ~5 tonnes of material largely sourced from drill core samples. Methodology. Consistent with the parameters outlined in the 2025 FS and previous testwork, material was tested in separate size-based tranches. Fines particles of 10 mm or smaller bypassed the sorter, while particles between 10–30 mm and 30–70 mm underwent sorter testing. The sorter was set up for each size fraction by changing the ejection modules between runs with different particle sizes. Each sample tranche was tested in a cascade-style test wherein sorter settings were adjusted between passes to evaluate the relationship between mass pull and recovery. The latest software available from TOMRA was used including recent artificial intelligence (AI) developments implemented by TOMRA. This includes Tomra's "Deep Learning" algorithm, an AI function which uses the intensity of the XRT signal to estimate the depth dimension of a particle, improving the prediction in the 3rd dimension. The five settings used to develop the cascade style test were: ultra-high (>50% of area is sulphide), high sulphide (greater than 20% area), medium sulphide (between 10% and 20% area), and low sulphide (between 5% and 10% area). The first pass targeted the most x-ray responsive material, yielding the highest gold grade, but with lower overall recovery. Subsequent passes were conducted until a target mass pull of approximately 50% was achieved. Opportunities & Next Steps. Testing on a subsample of the fines material consisting of 8 tonnes of the 6–10 mm size fraction, enabled by recent advancements in AI software, showed promising results including 92% gold recovery with a 41% mass pull (refer to Table 1). This size fraction was previously untested for ore sorting and may represent a material opportunity for future flowsheet optimization. An estimated 76% of the gold reported to the fines size fraction in the ore sorter testwork sample, which is elevated relative to the 2025 FS assumption of 45% (see Figure 1), but would contribute to higher overall recoveries. Optimization of the fragmentation model is underway as part of detailed engineering, to refine the process flow sheet parameters. A variability study is contemplated as part of detailed engineering to refine sorting assumptions across the deposit. This will include both laboratory scale work and tests on operating sized equipment. Quality Assurance (QA) / Quality Control (QC) The samples were received at SRC and screened into their separate size fractions (6-10 mm, 10-30 mm, and 30-70 mm). Each size fraction was assayed individually to generate a head assay for each of the tranches. During the processing of each tranche through the sorter, sub samples of product and waste were collected using a sample cutter and observed by Osisko Development's integrated owners team metallurgists. The sub-samples were sent to Base Met lab in Kamloops, B.C., Canada for standard 30g fire assay, in duplicate. For any assays with significant difference between the duplicates additional screen metallics fire assay was used. Screen metallics fire assays are conducted on 1,000 g samples. The material is first screened on a 106 mesh screen and all the coarse material is assayed to extinction. The material passing through the screen is fire assayed in triplicate using 30 g samples and an AA finish. ABOUT CARIBOO GOLD PROJECT The Cariboo Gold Project is a permitted, 100%-owned feasibility-stage project located in the historic Wells-Barkerville mining camp of central British Columbia, Canada. Spanning approximately 186,740 hectares, the Company's land package includes 443 mineral titles and covers a ~77-kilometre strike of highly prospective exploration targets extending northwest to southeast. In late 2024, the Project was granted the Mines Act and Environmental Management Act (British Columbia) permits, marking the successful completion of the permitting process for key approvals, solidifying the Project's shovel-ready status. The Cariboo Gold Project hosts probable mineral reserves of 2.07 million ounces of contained Au (17,815 kt grading 3.62 g/t Au); measured mineral resources of 8,000 ounces of contained Au (47 kt grading 5.06 g/t Au); indicated mineral resources of 1.60 million ounces of contained Au (17,332 kt grading 2.88 g/t Au); and inferred mineral resources of 1.86 million ounces of contained Au (18,774 kt grading 3.09 g/t Au). Mineral resources are reported exclusive of mineral reserves. Qualified Persons The scientific and technical information contained in this news release has been reviewed and approved by Tad Crowie, Senior Metallurgist of JDS Energy & Mining Inc. and Victor Gauthier, Manager – Technical Services of Osisko Development, each of whom is considered to be a "qualified person" within the meaning of National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects (" NI 43-101"). Technical Reports Information relating to Cariboo Gold Project and the 2025 feasibility study (" 2025 FS") are supported by the technical report, titled "NI 43-101 Technical Report, Feasibility Study for the Cariboo Gold Project, District of Wells, British Columbia, Canada" and dated June 11, 2025 (with an effective date of April 25, 2025) (the " Technical Report"). The Technical Report is intended to be read as a whole, and sections should not be read or relied upon out of context. Reference should be made to the full text of the Technical Report, including all assumptions, qualifications and limitations therein, which is available electronically on SEDAR+ ( and on EDGAR ( under Osisko Development's issuer profile and on the Company's website at _____________________ End Notes (excluding tables) 1. In this news release the Company uses certain abbreviations, including: million ("m"); thousand ("k"); metric tonne ("t"); troy ounce ("oz"); grams per tonne ("g/t"); gold ("Au"); grams ("g"). ______________________ ABOUT OSISKO DEVELOPMENT CORP. Osisko Development Corp. is a continental North American gold development company focused on past-producing mining camps located in mining friendly jurisdictions with district scale potential. The Company's objective is to become an intermediate gold producer by advancing its flagship permitted 100%-owned Cariboo Gold Project, located in central B.C., Canada. Its project pipeline is complemented by the Tintic Project in the historic East Tintic mining district in Utah, U.S.A., and the San Antonio Gold Project in Sonora, Mexico—brownfield properties with significant exploration potential, extensive historical mining data, access to existing infrastructure and skilled labour. The Company's strategy is to develop attractive, long-life, socially and environmentally responsible mining assets, while minimizing exposure to development risk and growing mineral resources. For further information, visit our website at or contact: Sean Roosen Philip Rabenok Chairman and CEO Vice President, Investor Relations Email: sroosen@ Email: prabenok@ Tel: +1 (514) 940-0685 Tel: +1 (437) 423-3644 CAUTION REGARDING FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS Certain statements contained in this news release may be deemed "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation (together, "forward-looking statements"). These forward-looking statements, by their nature, require Osisko Development to make certain assumptions and necessarily involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in these forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of performance. Words such as "may", "will", "would", "could", "expect", "believe", "plan", "anticipate", "intend", "estimate", "continue", or the negative or comparable terminology, as well as terms usually used in the future and the conditional, are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Information contained in forward-looking statements is based upon certain material assumptions that were applied in drawing a conclusion or making a forecast or projection, including the assumptions, qualifications and limitations relating to the Cariboo Gold Project being permitted; assumptions, qualifications and parameters underlying the 2025 FS (including, but not limited to, the mineral resources, mineral reserves, production profile, mine design and project economics); the results of the ore sorter testwork as an indicator of quality and consistency with the assumptions underlying the 2025 FS, as well as other considerations that are believed to be appropriate in the circumstances; the ability and timing of the Company to attain future optimizations as a result of the ore sorter testwork (if at all); the significance and impact of ore sorting results on the previously untested 6-10 mm material (if any); the reliability of recent advancements in AI, including to identify potential opportunities for future optimization; the relevance and representativity of the size and quality of the ore sorter testwork; the ability and timing of the Company to complete a variability study and the impact thereof (if any); the ability of the Company to achieve ore sorting as contemplated by the 2025 FS; the ability of ore sorting to achieve operating costs as estimated; the ability of ore sorting to generate a non-potentially acid generating waste product; the potential impact of tariffs and other trade restrictions (if any); management's perceptions of historical trends, current conditions and expected future developments; the utility and significance of historic data, including the significance of the district hosting past producing mines, and any other information herein that is not a historical fact may be "forward looking information". Osisko Development considers its assumptions to be reasonable based on information currently available, but cautions the reader that their assumptions regarding future events, many of which are beyond the control of Osisko Development, may ultimately prove to be incorrect since they are subject to risks and uncertainties that affect Osisko Development and its business. Such risks and uncertainties include, among others, risks relating to third-party approvals, including the issuance of permits by governments, capital market conditions and the Company's ability to access capital on terms acceptable to the Company for the contemplated exploration and development at the Company's properties; the ability to continue current operations and exploration; regulatory framework and presence of laws and regulations that may impose restrictions on mining; errors in management's geological modelling; the timing and ability of the Company to obtain and maintain required approvals and permits; the results of exploration activities; risks relating to exploration, development and mining activities; the global economic climate; fluctuations in metal and commodity prices; fluctuations in the currency markets; dilution; environmental risks; and community, non-governmental and governmental actions and the impact of stakeholder actions. Osisko Development is confident a robust consultation process was followed in relation to its received BC Mines Act and Environmental Management Act permits for the Cariboo Gold Project and continues to actively consult and engage with Indigenous nations and stakeholders. While any party may seek to have the decision related to the BC Mines Act and/or Environmental Management Act permits reviewed by the courts, the Company does not expect that such a review would, were it to occur, impact its ability to proceed with the construction and operation of the Cariboo Gold Project in accordance with the approved BC Mines Act and Environmental Management Act permits. Readers are urged to consult the disclosure provided under the heading "Risk Factors" in the Company's annual information form for the year ended December 31, 2024 as well as the financial statements and MD&A for the year ended December 31, 2024 and quarter ended March 31, 2025, which have been filed on SEDAR+ ( under Osisko Development's issuer profile and on the SEC's EDGAR website ( for further information regarding the risks and other factors facing the Company, its business and operations. Although the Company's believes the expectations conveyed by the forward-looking statements are reasonable based on information available as of the date hereof, no assurances can be given as to future results, levels of activity and achievements. The Company disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or results or otherwise, except as required by law. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of performance and there can be no assurance that these forward-looking statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release. No stock exchange, securities commission or other regulatory authority has approved or disapproved the information contained herein.
Motor Trend
14-06-2025
- Automotive
- Motor Trend
2026 Hyundai Tucson Review: Expert Insights, Pricing, and Trims
Hyundai's most popular model charms with a mix of the practical (generous cargo space, efficient hybrid models) and emotional (a bold exterior design). The 2026 Hyundai Tucson's generous cargo space, available hybrid models, and bold exterior design make the SUV compelling in a big segment. Last year's updates tightened up styling and introduced modernized tech to the lineup. Compact SUV competitors include the Nissan Rogue, Toyota RAV4, and Subaru Forester. What's New Considering the fourth-gen Tucson received a refresh just last model year, changes for this year are light. Look for new exterior paint colors and possibly the axing of the gas SE base model. We're also expecting Hyundai to reveal the next-generation Tucson as a 2027 or 2028 model. What We Think Considering all the Tucson's recent updates, we're most enthused about improvements inside the cabin. The fancy new dual-screen binnacle helps the dash feel more modern than the outgoing layout, and wireless phone mirroring is now standard with every trim. We get a good balance of hard and soft buttons in the updated center stack, as well. Interior packaging is strengthened with additional clever cubbies and storage options. The 2026 Tucson could still improve in a few ways, however, starting with its underpowered and unrefined gas powertrain. Ride quality is composed for most road surfaces, but rough pavement will trigger some suspension oscillations that travel into the passenger compartment. The rugged-looking XRT model lacks the substance to truly go off-road. It's more for graded dirt roads than moderate trails. A compelling blend of style, technology, and value have helped the Tucson become Hyundai's bestselling vehicle. The gas model's driving manners could use a little attention, though, if the company means for it to be an even better rival for the segment leaders. MotorTrend Tested Hyundai makes the 2026 Tucson available with one of three powertrains. Internal combustion models feature a 2.5-liter non-turbo inline-four engine that develops 187 hp and 178 lb-ft of torque, making it the least powerful of the trio. Unsurprisingly, it's also the slowest. The gas 2025 XRT model can accelerate to 60 mph in a MotorTrend-tested 9.0 seconds, 1.2 seconds slower than the hybrid variant and 1.9 seconds behind the plug-in hybrid. MPGs and Range Tucson gas FWD models return 25/33 mpg city/highway for 2025, while AWD versions get 24/30 mpg. This year's ratings should be similar. That puts AWD efficiency slightly below the Subaru Forester, which sees 25–26/32–33 mpg. Driving range on the Tucson comes to 372–400 miles, down from the 2025 Forester's 465–481 miles. This means the Subaru will cost a bit less than the Hyundai and require fewer trips to the gas station. Safety Ratings and Features The Tucson earns good safety ratings. From IIHS, last year's compact SUV is a 2025 Top Safety Pick+, receiving all good ratings in the crashworthiness category. NHTSA gives the Tucson the administration's top distinction, a five-star overall safety rating, with five stars out of five in each of the front and side impact tests but just four stars in the rollover resistance assessment. Every 2026 Tucson comes with the following as standard: Adaptive cruise control Automatic emergency braking Lane keeping systems A rear occupant reminder Blind-spot monitoring Rear cross-traffic alert Driver-focus monitoring Moving up the lineup unlocks rear automatic emergency braking, a display that shows what's in your blind spot, a 360 camera, parking sensors, and rain-sensing wipers. Cargo Space and Interior Room Space inside the 2026 Tucson is generous. Rear legroom and cargo capacity compare favorably to the Rogue and outgoing RAV4. Technology Entry-level Tucson SE models come with a 4.2-inch multi-information screen, but every other variant comes with a 12.3-inch driver display and same-sized infotainment touchscreen. Base models are also equipped with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, front and rear USB ports, and automatic high-beams. Power heated front seats and a wireless phone charger are available. The top model comes with ventilated front seats . When Can We Expect a New Tucson? With this year's model, the fourth-gen Tucson is five years old and near the end of its product life if the lifecycle of previous generations are any indication. That means we should be looking at the arrival of the fifth-gen model before long, an SUV that could mirror the exterior styling changes we saw with the updated Palisade. While the 2026 Tucson is likely to be a carryover model, the 2027 or 2028 Tucson may be a completely new model. Prices and Availability Pricing for 2026 Tucson gas models should start around $31,000, with the top model in the range commanding closer to $43,000. Hybrids will start at roughly $36,000, while the entry-level plug-in hybrid is expected sticker for about $41,000. The jump in price from the non-hybrid 2026 Tucson to the hybrid model sounds like a significant one, but there's no SE-level base trim on the hybrid. Top-Ranked Competitors to Consider: Honda CR-V Nissan Rogue Kia Sportage
Motor Trend
04-06-2025
- Automotive
- Motor Trend
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT First Test: Activate Real SUV Mode!
Pros Proper fun in mild dirt Great as an everyday do-it-all crossover Built-in NACS convenience Cons Off-road gear brings on-road compromises Using Tesla Superchargers not yet optimal Price close to high-end Ioniq 5 Limited trim Is the Hyundai Ioniq 5 really an SUV? Despite winning our 2023 SUV of the Year award, the internet seemed stubbornly convinced that Hyundai's excellent EV just wasn't legit. In our (your author's) pursuit to prove its chops, we took our beloved Ioniq 5 long-term review vehicle off-roading, where it performed well despite the slick dirt under its all-season tires. Still, naysayers remained. 0:00 / 0:00 Now, as part of the Ioniq 5's revamp for 2025, Hyundai has introduced an off-road-oriented XRT model. Equipped with rugged hardware and styling cues, the Ioniq 5 XRT seems more SUV-ish than its hatchback-adjacent basis normally suggests. Finding out if that really is the case meant taking the Ioniq 5 XRT out to the trail and track. Recap: What's New for the 2025 Ioniq 5 Only a few years after its launch, production of the Ioniq 5 has shifted from Korea to Hyundai Motor Group's new Metaplant America facility near Savannah, Georgia, where the new 2025 models have been rolling out with several notable changes. Primary among them is an increased capacity for its two battery pack options, now at 63.0 kWh or 84.0 kWh, up from 58.0 kWh or 77.4 kWh. The batteries are now charged via a built-in North American Charging Standard (NACS) port, the interface designed by Tesla that allows for ready use of its Supercharger stations—although caveats to that exist, which we'll get to. Among the subtle exterior changes, none are more useful than the addition of a rear windshield wiper, a glaring omission from the original iteration. Inside, the 2025 Ioniq 5 features a revised center console with a relocated wireless charging pad, plus an updated climate control touch panel, both welcome and effective improvements. The infotainment system gains Hyundai's latest user interface, with increased processing power and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. The stupendously sporty Ioniq 5 N remains as the lineup's performance standard bearer, and it's now joined by the new XRT, which adopts the name and requisite features emblematic of Hyundai's emerging off-road-inspired subbrand. Beyond its stark black bumpers, the XRT rides on a raised suspension and 18-inch wheels wrapped in all-terrain tires. The enhancements help increase ground clearance to 7.0 inches, up from 6.1 inches. Approach angle grows to 19.8 degrees from 17.5, departure to 30.0 degrees from 25.4, and breakover to 13.5 degrees from 11.8. Drive modes tuned for Snow, Mud, and Sand complete XRT-specific changes. 2025 Ioniq 5 XRT: On the Trail The XRT might seem like a mere wheel and tire package, but Hyundai set it up with actual capability that spikes the fun factor. With 320 hp and 446 lb-ft on tap, it slings dirt adeptly and makes dust clouds aplenty. This rig is down to get rowdy off-road. The XRT is more a rally ripper than rock crawler at its core. While its bumper angles limit it from conquering even moderate obstacles, it'll happily pound through dips and articulate over offset surfaces. Toggling through drive modes adjusts the dual-motor AWD system's torque split, such as a relatively balanced distribution in Sand or a more rear-oriented profile in Sport. Gravel roads are where this Ioniq 5 really comes alive. There, its tires provide tangibly better grip and control, especially while sliding—defeating the traction and stability systems so it can get loose is a blast. Lift off to use the strong regenerative braking to load weight on the nose, then prod the accelerator to get the tail out. It gradually transitions into oversteer, the long wheelbase aiding stability. Even if the suspension doesn't ride much higher, it's very well calibrated. That slight difference provides more leeway for the wheels and body to move, softening impacts and settling with beautifully smooth damping. 2025 Ioniq 5 XRT: On the Road Despite its added capability, like any off-road-themed model of this type, the Ioniq 5 XRT will almost assuredly spend most of its time on pavement. There, the raised suspension provides a more commanding view of the road, like an SUV should. But the open tread of the all-terrain tires can lead to increased interior noise, and their taller sidewalls tend to flex more under lateral loads, causing a less steady sensation when tracking through curves—particularly at higher speeds. This isn't to say that the XRT is excessively noisy or unsteady in a general sense, but only relative to the standard Ioniq 5. Overall, the experience is very similar between the two models in most daily driving situations. As such, the XRT is a similarly terrific everyday vehicle, providing good passenger and cargo space within its stylish, user-friendly cabin. Plenty of real buttons balance the digital touch controls. Hyundai's updated infotainment is quicker to respond and better-looking, and its navigation's on-route charge planning is much improved. 2025 Ioniq 5 XRT: At the Track Our instrumented testing regimen revealed how much differently the Ioniq 5 XRT behaves at its limits as opposed to our previous long-term model. Given that its motor output is identical to that of our AWD long-termer, it's no surprise the XRT was essentially as quick in a straight line. It accelerated to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds, just 0.1 second off. Both versions posted a 13.2-second quarter-mile time, with the XRT's 102.3-mph trap speed just 1 mph less. Also not surprisingly, the XRT's knobby tires led to some performance compromises. Its 60–0-mph braking distance is 137 feet, quite a bit longer than the Limited trim's 122-foot distance, which itself isn't a terrific result. Additionally, skidpad grip of 0.74 g average is far less than the Limited trim's 0.87 g average. In our figure-eight test, the XRT posted a 26.9 second, 0.68 g average lap, compared to 25.6 seconds and 0.72 g average for the Ioniq 5 Limited. 2025 Ioniq 5 XRT: On a Plug In our road trip range test, the Ioniq 5 XRT showed the worth of its larger 84.0-kWh battery by covering 244 miles, the most of any Ioniq 5 we've tested to date, although we're betting the standard updated Ioniq 5 will go farther. With NACS built in, the 2025 Ioniq 5 gains access to more than 17,000 Tesla Supercharger stations, massively increasing ease of charging on long-distance drives. If only it were that simple. Due to current hardware limitations of Tesla's fastest chargers, plugging into those is slower than using other 350-kW DC fast chargers and an adapter for CCS, the interface originally equipped on the Ioniq 5 and most non-Tesla EVs. At a Supercharger, the XRT gained 90 miles of range in the first 15 minutes after plugging in at 5 percent state of charge. Repeating the test on a 350-kW Electrify America station, it gained 152 miles. A 5–80 percent session on a Supercharger took 32 minutes with an average charge rate of 125 kW. Meanwhile, on Electrify America that charge took 22 minutes with an average 186-kW rate. Gaining NACS is a big benefit for convenience, and it effectively futureproofs the Ioniq 5 for when and if Tesla improves its Supercharger hardware. For now, though, going with yesterday's method provides faster charging. Read our 2025 Ioniq 5 charging analysis for more insight. Finally, a Real SUV? Taken as a whole, the Ioniq 5 XRT strikes a successful balance. It gains a burlier feel and legitimate capability to explore off the beaten path, and it's good fun to chuck down a dirt road. But it doesn't sink so far into the figurative mud pit that it's not a nice everyday all-electric crossover, as well—it totally is. Anyone attracted to the XRT's black-bumpered, fat-tired aesthetic won't pay much of an on-road penalty. They will, however, pay for the XRT trim. Our test version listed at $57,700 with extra-cost paint and rubber floormats as the only options. An AWD-equipped Ioniq 5 Limited doesn't cost much more and comes with niceties including a glass roof, ventilated front seats, and premium audio. That's still the better version for drivers who have no intention of heading off-road. For those who do pony up for an XRT, though, they're in for an endearing, sweet all-electric SUV—yes, an SUV.
Business Upturn
23-05-2025
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As Bitcoin Hits All Time Highs, Investors Flock To Xrpturbo As The $XRP Project Releases Liquid Staking, Set To Launch AI Agent Launchpad
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