Park Anywhere with Hyundai Ioniq 5’s Amazing E-Corner System

Your future Hyundai Ioniq 5 could offer a turning radius that’s no larger than the vehicle itself. A new e-Corner parking system might make this possible.

The movement to electric vehicles changes the game in many ways. Some EVs have an electric motor at each wheel, which gives these vehicles added versatility and flexibility. We’ve already seen some automakers utilize the space where a gas-powered engine used to be as a frunk or front trunk. Some EVs offer more spacious interiors, pushing the cabin forward, and still, others are developing ways to make your life much easier on the road.

How much fun is parallel parking?

Some people can parallel park without any issue. These drivers understand the mechanics and have practiced this maneuver. Other drivers hate to perform this parking maneuver. It takes them forever and several tries to get a vehicle close to the right place. In fact, this second group is more likely to drive around the block in search of a parking lot rather than parking in a parallel space. It seems Hyundai has a new solution that could make things much easier if it becomes a reality one some future EVs. Let’s take a look.

What is the new Hyundai e-Corner parking system

As shown in the video below, this new parking system can turn the wheels much farther than we’ve seen on any other vehicle. When the GMC Hummer EV arrived with its Crab Walk mode, we thought that was something interesting, but this is totally different. The Hyundai e-Corner system was on display in an Ioniq 5, turning the wheels a full 90 degrees. Each wheel turns individually, which is extremely impressive. With all four wheels turned 90 degrees, a vehicle could pull up next to the parallel parking spot and slide right in. This could be pretty interesting.

The e-Corner system doesn’t stop there. This system can also make a tight 180-degree turn by pivoting the rear wheels only or complete a 360-degree turn similar to a tank which turns without taking up any more space than the vehicle’s footprint.

This new system might become a reality, but it could be kept on the shelf. The system uses a brake-by-wire system and a steer-by-wire system to turn the vehicle in any direction required. This could be an extremely useful system in tight urban environments, which is where we might see it, eventually.

Why put this system in the Hyundai Ioniq 5?

The Ioniq 5 has become the symbol of EV driving at Hyundai. It’s admired for its impressive style, fast charging system, and SUV dimensions. This SUV comes in a variety of power and range offerings to give you what you want in your electric SUV. For 2023, the Ioniq 5 only sees some subtle changes with more driving range and a battery heating system to ensure driving is easier when it’s cold outside. If you need to tow, the SEL and Limited models are now made to tow up to 2,300 pounds for you.

Which Ioniq 5 should you drive?

The package that delivers the most value is the rear-drive SEL trim. This version of the Ioniq 5 gives you 3030 miles of driving range and 224 horsepower. This SUV has a starting price that’s well under $50,000, which is something we don’t see very often in new electric vehicles. The SEL trim also comes with artificial leather upholstery, a hands-free power liftgate, ambient interior lighting, a heated steering wheel, and a wireless charging pad. This package makes it easy to drive and enjoy the sporty style and impressive capabilities of this EV.

Enjoy the tech look of the cabin

This electric Hyundai is offered with a ton of tech, making it a futuristic SUV for you to drive and enjoy. You’ll find a tech-savvy area with a digitized dashboard and lots of eco-friendly materials. A head-up display projects navigation information on the windshield for you, which is a great feature. The flat floor means more legroom for all passengers. This is the first Hyundai EV developed entirely in the brand’s electric platform. The front seats recline and have footrests on higher trims, giving you the comfort desired when you want to relax while this EV SUV is charging.

We might see the Hyundai e-Corner feature appear in some future models, but it could also become tech that sits on the shelf. Still, it’s a pretty cool feature that could arrive in future models of the Hyundai Ioniq 5.