Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Honda Prologue Break EV Sales Records in July originally appeared on Autoblog.
July was a huge month for electric vehicles in the U.S., and two standout models helped lead the way: the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and the Honda Prologue. Both compact electric SUVs posted their best-ever July sales, pushing their brands to new overall sales records and setting the tone for what could be a very electrified end to summer.
Hyundai Ioniq 5 Sets New July Benchmark
Hyundai sold 5,818 units of the Ioniq 5 in July, a massive 71% increase over the same month last year. That helped push Hyundai to its best July ever in the U.S., with total sales reaching 79,543 units. About a third of those were electrified vehicles, and the Ioniq 5 continues to play a key role in that success, especially the new XRT trim level. Built in Georgia, the Ioniq 5 remains one of the top-selling EVs in the country. Hyundai claims it delivers up to 318 miles of range and can charge from 10% to 80% in roughly 20 minutes when using a fast charger. The bold, retro-futuristic design is just the cherry on top. Prices start at $42,600, making it one of the better value picks in the segment.
Honda Prologue Pulls Ahead of the Pack
Honda’s Prologue had an even stronger month. With 6,318 units sold in July, it not only beat the Ioniq 5 but also outsold the 5,308 Ford Mustang Mach-Es, despite Ford's new lease offers. Honda’s total electrified sales reached 38,050 for the month, setting a new July record for the brand. The Prologue is built on GM’s Ultium platform and offers an EPA-estimated range of 308 miles. It starts at $47,400, so it's priced a bit higher than the Hyundai and Ford, but Honda recently sweetened the deal by giving drivers access to Tesla’s Supercharger network, which includes more than 23,500 stations across the U.S.
The Tax Clock Is Ticking
While these EVs are impressive on their own, the rush may also have something to do with timing. Both electric SUVs currently qualify for the full $7,500 federal EV incentive. But that’s set to expire at the end of September for many models, prompting buyers to act fast. So far in 2025, the Mustang Mach-E is still slightly ahead with 27,093 total units sold. The Ioniq 5 sits at 24,910, followed closely by the Prologue at 22,635. With two months left before the tax break disappears, this sales race is far from over.
Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Honda Prologue Break EV Sales Records in July first appeared on Autoblog on Aug 3, 2025
This story was originally reported by Autoblog on Aug 3, 2025, where it first appeared.
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