Hyundai Motor Company’s Ioniq 5 has achieved a new milestone by securing the GUINNESS WORLD RECORD™ for the greatest altitude change by an electric vehicle. The record-setting feat, organized by Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL), was carried out by a professional team from Evo India. The Ioniq 5 registered an impressive altitude change of 5,802 meters, marking a significant achievement for electric mobility.
The journey, which spanned 14 days and covered over 4,900 kilometers, began at Umling La in Leh Ladakh, India’s highest drivable point at 5,799 meters above sea level. It concluded in Kuttanad, Kerala, situated three meters below sea level, showcasing the vehicle’s ability to handle extreme altitude variations.
The Hyundai Ioniq 5, equipped with a high-capacity 72.6 kWh battery, demonstrated exceptional performance under challenging conditions. Hyundai Motor India’s Managing Director, Unsoo Kim, expressed pride in the achievement, stating, “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 success of the Ioniq 5 in this record attempt highlights Hyundai’s focus on pushing the boundaries of electric vehicle capabilities and reinforces its vision of “Progress for Humanity.”
