Hyundai Ioniq Electric is a five-seat Fully Electric medium-size vehicle in the Electric Hatchback category. For the 2017 model year, there are two trim-lines to choose from, both with the same engine that produces 120 horsepower. The Ioniq Electric is capable of traveling 124 miles relying solely on electric power. It takes four hours for the vehicle to charge its batteries. Based on the estimated annual electricity spending of $500, in five years you will save $8,000 in fuel expenses, compared to that of an average vehicle.
2017 Ioniq Electric has a relatively long wheelbase ( 106.3 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively heavier, too, with curb weight of 3164 lbs.
2017 Ioniq Electric seats five adults. It has class-leading first-row passenger room on only one measurement - shoulders - and larger than average room for first-row passengers on legs and head. When it comes to second-row passenger room, Ioniq Electric ia a class-leader on only one measurement - shoulders - and has a larger than average room for second-row passengers on legs and head. Trunk volume is the larger than average among its peers with 23.0 cu. ft.
Trim | 2017 Ioniq Electric Base | 2017 Ioniq Electric Limited |
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Starging MSRP | $29,500 | $32,500 |
Engine | Electric Motor | Electric Motor |
HP | 120 hp | 120 hp |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
Electric City Range | 135.4 ml. | 135.4 ml. |
Electric Highway Range | 110.0 ml. | 110.0 ml. |
Electric Combined Range | 124 ml. | 124 ml. |
City | 150 MPGe | 150 MPGe |
Highway | 122 MPGe | 122 MPGe |
Combined | 136 MPGe | 136 MPGe |
Annual Fuel Cost | $500 | $500 |
2017 Ioniq Electric Hatchback comes in two trim levels, with an average price that is $318 more compared to its rivals. With a heavier body, and on average more powerful engine, Ioniq Electric has a class-leading fuel economy of 136 mpg.
Customers have filed ten complaints, which is less than the average for its rivals. There are also two recalls issued by Hyundai, which by itself is a relatively low number.