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Hyundai IONIQ 5 (2021-2024) vs Jeep Compass
Selected trimAltitudeChange trim285 mi · 74 kWh · £36,999
At a glance
In this comparison, Hyundai IONIQ 5 leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed, while the Jeep Compass leads on value for money and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hyundai IONIQ 5 (2021-2024) if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.1p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Jeep Compass if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueJeep
Hyundai
6
Jeep
6.6
Motorway RangeHyundai
Hyundai
5.6
Jeep
2.2
FamilyHyundai
Hyundai
8
Jeep
7.1
ChargingHyundai
Hyundai
8.1
Jeep
4.3
Cost Per MileHyundai
Hyundai
5.6
Jeep
1.3
City DrivingJeep
Hyundai
3.6
Jeep
4.1
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 558kWh RWD | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £36,995 (better) | £36,999 |
| Official range | 239 miles | 285 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 527 L | 550 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 18 min (better) | 35 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8.5 sec | Not available |
Size Comparison
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Length
Hyundai IONIQ 54,635mm
Jeep Compass4,550mm-85mm
Width
Hyundai IONIQ 51,890mm-10mm
Jeep Compass1,900mm
Height
Hyundai IONIQ 51,605mm-95mm
Jeep Compass1,700mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 558kWh RWD | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,635 mm | 4,550 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,890 mm (better) | 1,900 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,116 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,605 mm | 1,700 mm |
| Turning circle | 12 m | Not available |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 510 mm spare (better) | 500 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 558kWh RWD | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 527 L | 550 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1587 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 57 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Hyundai IONIQ 5
- One of 34 of 233 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
- 3,000 mm wheelbase, longer than 90% of SUVs we track.
Jeep Compass
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hyundai IONIQ 5 58kWh RWD |  Jeep Compass Altitude |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.63m | 4.55m-85mm |
| Width | 1.89m | 1.90m+10mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.12m | Not available |
| Height | 1.60m | 1.70m+95mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.00m | 2.80m-200mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 200mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 527L | 550L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1587L | Not available |
| Frunk | 57L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.98m | Not available |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 2,115kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 58kWh | 74kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 239 mi | 285 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | Not available | 160kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £36,995 (better) | £36,999 |
| Price after EV grant | £36,995 (not eligible) | £35,499 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2021–2024 | 2025+ |
* Hyundai IONIQ 5: Heat pump: an option on Premium and Ultimate, standard on Namsan Edition, not available on SE Connect.
* Hyundai IONIQ 5: WLTP figure on 19-inch wheels; versions on 20-inch wheels are rated lower.
* Hyundai IONIQ 5: Manufacturer lists 0 kg braked towing for the 58 kWh car (750 kg unbraked).
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 558kWh RWD | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 239 miles | 285 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 199 miles (better) | 193 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 18 min (better) | 35 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | Not available | 160 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 189 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 58 kWh | 74 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NCMA | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 800V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 558kWh RWD | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.5 sec | Not available |
| Power | 125 kW | 155 kW (better) |
| Torque | 350 Nm (better) | 345 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Hyundai IONIQ 5
58kWh RWD
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Jeep Compass
Altitude
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Hyundai IONIQ 5 58kWh RWD
Tested 2021
Adult Occupant88%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users63%
Safety Assist88%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Jeep Compass Altitude
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users74%
Safety Assist66%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 558kWh RWD | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Hyundai IONIQ 5
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Jeep Compass
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Hyundai IONIQ 5
- £18,8492023Browns of RichmondView
Jeep Compass
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 or the Jeep Compass?
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is £4 cheaper to buy. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is cheaper to charge, roughly £168 a year versus £208 for the Jeep Compass, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the two land within £204 of each other - effectively the same to own. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and Jeep Compass like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 199 miles for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and 193 miles for the Jeep Compass - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 18 minutes in the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and 35 in the Jeep Compass, so the Hyundai IONIQ 5 loses less time at each stop.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 or the Jeep Compass?
The two are within 10 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 510 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and about 500 mm of total clearance for the Jeep Compass.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 or the Jeep Compass?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 89% battery health for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and 84% for the Jeep Compass. That gives the Hyundai IONIQ 5 a modest edge in retained real-world range. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation.
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Data accuracy
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