The Korean automaker’s 5 EV models have been awarded a 5-star rating in the Euro NCAP crash tests and TSP ratings in the crash test by IIHS in the US.
Hyundai Motor Group’s latest electric vehicles, built on their Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), are demonstrating superior safety performances in global crash safety assessments. Notably, five key models—the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 6, Kia EV6 and EV9, along with the Genesis GV60—have earned a five-star rating in the Euro NCAP (New Car Assessment Programme) and have achieved TSP (Top Safety Pick) or higher ratings in the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) evaluations in the USA. However, the recently launched Kia EV3 is yet to be tested.
The E-GMP is renowned for its modular and versatile design, which not only enhances vehicle safety but also supports a dual (400/800v) rapid charging system and Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) functionality. This platform, the first bespoke EV architecture from the Korean automotive group, supports a wide range of vehicle sizes, from hatchbacks to full-size SUVs across the Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis brands. This is part of Hyundai Motor Group’s ambitious strategy to launch 23 full EV models by 2025 and to achieve global sales of over 1 million battery electric vehicles (BEVs).
For the past three years, models based on the E-GMP have led Hyundai Motor Group to win the World Car awards consecutively, starting with the Ioniq 5 in 2022, followed by the Ioniq 6 in 2023, and most recently the Kia EV9 in 2024.
The E-GMP features a unique design tailored to the needs of next-generation electric vehicles. It utilizes the battery pack as a structural component to enhance body rigidity. To ensure safety in side collisions, aluminium extrusions are used along the side sills outside the battery. An eight-point fastening system secures the battery to the car body, providing a robust connection. In rear collisions, specific design elements help absorb shock and protect the battery, while a multi-skeletal structure optimizes the distribution of impact forces in frontal collisions, featuring a double-box member design to handle concentrated impact energy.
This innovative safety design of E-GMP has enabled Hyundai Motor Group to achieve the highest safety ratings in new vehicle evaluations across major markets. This year, Hyundai secured impressive results in the IIHS crash evaluations, with a total of 20 models rated TSP or higher, leading global automakers in safety accolades. This achievement underscores Hyundai Motor Group’s commitment to safety and innovation in the automotive industry.
