Quick answer

Turn on Setup > Vehicle > Door > Smart Liftgate, wait 15 seconds after locking, then stand 20–40 inches behind the vehicle for three seconds.

Before you start

Check that your vehicle has it.

Availability

Verified for equipped 2025 U.S.-market IONIQ 5 vehicles.

Required equipment / service
IONIQ 5 vehicles equipped with Smart Liftgate
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  • IONIQ 5 vehicles equipped with Smart Liftgate
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Verified for equipped 2025 U.S.-market IONIQ 5 vehicles.

Visual orientation

Know what kind of control to look for.

This original category diagram is an orientation aid, not a picture of your exact trim. Use the written labels and your vehicle manual to identify the real control.

Cargo and utility orientation diagram for Hyundai Ioniq 5
Cargo and utility orientationOriginal visual guide · controls vary by trim · not to scale
How to use it

Step by step.

  1. 01

    Select Setup > Vehicle > Door > Smart Liftgate in the infotainment system.

  2. 02

    Close and lock every door, take the smart key with you and wait at least 15 seconds away from the vehicle.

  3. 03

    Stand approximately 20–40 inches behind the liftgate for three seconds and listen for the alert sequence.

  4. 04

    Step clear while the liftgate opens after six chimes, or walk away during the alert to cancel the opening.

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Important limits

  • The feature does not activate when a door is open or unlocked or when the smart key remains inside.
  • Check overhead and rear clearance before allowing the liftgate to open.
If it does not work

Quick checks.

  • ✓If it does not activate, lock all doors again, move away and wait the full 15 seconds before returning.
  • ✓Confirm Smart Liftgate remains enabled after any infotainment software or user-profile change.
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Primary evidence

2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 Owner's Manual — Using Smart Liftgate

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