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Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs Tesla Model Y — Side by side
Detailed face-off between the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and the Tesla Model Y: price, full specs, equipment, pros and watch-outs. Updated 2026.
At a glance
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is 4% more expensive than the Tesla Model Y (MAD 539,000 vs MAD 519,000).
Editorial verdict
Which should you pick?
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Spec sheet comparison
| — | Hyundai Ioniq 5 | Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Hyundai | Tesla |
| Body | SUV | SUV |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Gearbox | Single-speed | Single-speed |
| Power | 325 ch | 462 ch |
| Battery | 84 kWh | 79 kWh |
| Range | 570 km | 605 km |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Entry price | MAD 539,000 | MAD 519,000 |
| Top trim price | MAD 689,000 | MAD 689,000 |
Pros and watch-outs
Hyundai Ioniq 5
Pros
- 800V E-GMP platform — 235 kW DC charging, 10-80% in 18 min (segment's fastest)
- V2L (Vehicle-to-Load) — powers up to 3.6 kW of appliances via external socket
- Pixel retro-futuristic design — iconic silhouette unique in segment
- Ioniq 5 N 650 hp / 0-100 in 3.4 s — reference EV performance
- Hyundai 5-year vehicle + 8-year / 160,000 km battery warranty
Watch-outs
- 539k MAD entry price — vs Tesla Model Y RWD 519k for similar range
- 235 kW charger network in Morocco still limited (Casa, Tangier, Marrakech mainly)
- Ioniq 5 N 689k price — BMW iX3 / Audi e-tron territory
Tesla Model Y
Pros
- 854 L boot — segment largest in MA C-SUV EV class
- Tesla Supercharger 7-station MA network by end-2026 — densest for EV
- Autopilot and Full Self-Driving — most advanced worldwide
- Performance 462 hp / 0-100 in 3.5 s — sub-Plaid but beats Tavascan VZ (5.5 s)
- 1,600 kg towing capacity — rare in EV
Watch-outs
- Tesla MA service — 1 service centre in Casablanca only
- ~58% resale at 3 years — below expectations (high collision repair costs)
- Performance suspension can be stiff on MA secondary roads
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Frequently asked — Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs Tesla Model Y
Hyundai Ioniq 5 or Tesla Model Y: which to pick in Morocco 2026?
It depends on your profile. If your top criterion is overall budget, look at the Tesla Model Y (entry MAD 519,000). If you prioritise the engine or standard equipment, compare the spec sheet above line by line. For purely urban use in Morocco, fuel consumption and exterior size matter more than power; for long Casa-Tanger or Casa-Marrakech trips, power and motorway comfort become decisive.
What's the price gap between the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and the Tesla Model Y?
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 starts at MAD 539,000 versus MAD 519,000 for the Tesla Model Y, a 4% gap at entry. On top trims, the gap may close or invert — check each model's detailed page for the exact figure on the trim you're considering.
Which one holds value better when sold used?
In Morocco, Japanese and German C-SUVs (Toyota RAV4, VW Tiguan) typically retain 65-70% of their new price at 3 years, ahead of Chinese brands and newer SUVs that plateau around 55-60%. For an exact figure on your model, run the estimator at the top of each model page — it computes median + p25-p75 range based on the year and mileage you enter.
Where can the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Tesla Model Y be test-driven in Morocco?
Both models are sold through their importers' official dealer networks in Morocco. For the latest list with addresses and phone numbers, see each model's /neuf/ page — every page lists the official importer and helps you find the nearest dealer to your city.