SEOUL: The Hyundai Ioniq 5 has set a new record by registering an altitude change of 5,802 metres in the Guinness World Records title attempt for the greatest altitude change by an electric car.
The record attempt was organised by Hyundai Motor India Limited and driven by the professional team from Evo India.
The journey began at India’s highest drivable point, Umling La in Leh Ladakh, located 5,799 metres above sea level, and finished in Kuttanad, Kerala, situated three metres below sea level.
The extraordinary feat was accomplished over 14 days, with the route covering a distance of more than 4,900km, tackling challenging terrain and extreme climatic conditions.
The Ioniq 5 navigated harsh environments, from freezing temperatures and steep mountain passes in the Himalayas to humid coastal regions in Kerala.
Hyundai Motor India managing director Unsoo Kim said, “We are incredibly proud to see the Ioniq 5 create history by achieving the Guinness World Record for the greatest altitude change by an electric car."
Equipped with a high-capacity 72.6 kWh battery, the Ioniq 5 delivers a long driving range, and was developed on the Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP).
