New to the forum, so bear with me on this post.
Pre-ordered a Ioniq5 AWD Ulitmate in Lucid Blue. I talked to the sale manager where my vehicle will we shipped to, so that I could confirm that my deposit would still be refundable after the car arrives. I was assured that if I am not satisfied or have concerns with the vehicle after a test drive.(I will insist on a 24 hour test drive), that my refund is fully refundable,as they will just put it into inventory.
Like others I am concerned about the lack of a rear wiper. Saw a You tube video done my a current model Ioniq owner who was charging his vehicle outside Hyundai Canada's headquarters. There was a IONIQ5 at one of the chargers so he decided to video tape it. The first thing I noticed was just how dirty the back window was after a rain fall. Not sure why they didn't have a top mounted wiper, so that it would be hidden away behind the spoiler when not in use.
Before the vehicle gets here, I have been doing some research on different paint treatments. A cermaic coating seems to be the best option, especially if they also also offer the glass treatment. I am in the Vanouver lower mainland order, so have been checking different Ceramic coating specialists. Depending on the package you chose, the glass can get up to 8 coats of cermaic glass treatment. The water will definetly bead, but will the amount of air flowing over the window be enough to clear it. Will be paying a visit soon.
The only other concern is the lack of the ability to put down the rear seats from the back of the cargo area. Not a deal breaker that the lack of rear wiper poses. More of an annoyance than anything. If the rest of the vehicle checks out OK, might consider leasing and at the end of the lease, if they have th wiper omission corrected, then buy the permanent IONIQ5.