Organized by Hyundai Motor India, the record attempt was driven by a professional team of drivers with the Ioniq 5 setting the record by registering an altitude change of 5,802 meters. The journey began at India’s highest drivable point, Umling La in Leh Ladakh, located 5,799 meters 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 more than 4,900 kilometers, tackling challenging terrain and extreme climatic conditions, and truly demonstrating the Ioniq 5’s resilience, advanced technology, and superior performance.

Throughout the journey, the it reaffirmed its position as a benchmark in electric mobility, seamlessly navigating harsh environments, from freezing temperatures and steep mountain passes in the Himalayas to humid coastal regions in Kerala.

The Ioniq 5, developed on the Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), has been designed to redefine smart mobility experiences. It features a futuristic and progressive design, inspired by Hyundai’s iconic Pony hatchback. Equipped with a high-capacity 72.6-kWh battery, it delivers exceptional driving range, advanced safety, and cutting-edge smart technologies.