Hyundai Ioniq

With the way our electricity pricing is going, this might end up costing more to run than a petrol car.

Imagine citypower finds a way to add a levy to those charging electric vehicles at home. :)
 
Hyundai Ioniq Electric 2019 review

Should I buy one?

It may lack the performance and handling to truly excite as a driver’s car, but the Ioniq remains a practical family hatch well suited to those that will make regular use of the rear seats and boot.

For this update, Hyundai has sensibly focused on the area EV customers care most about: range. Any increase, however slight, is a welcome one, and the Ioniq’s 36% boost makes it more viable as a full-time replacement for a petrol car.

While it can’t compete with Hyundai’s own Kona Electric for the outright distance crown, 180 miles between charges will suit many more commuters. The Ioniq Electric can now eke out more miles than a similarly-priced 40kWh Nissan Leaf, though the Nissan remains more engaging and both are far behind the BMW i3 for driver appeal.

Hyundai Ioniq Electric specification

Where Amsterdam, Netherlands Price £29,450 (after gov’t grant) On sale September Engine 104kW Permanent magnet electric motor Power 134bhp Torque 291lb ft Battery 38.3kWh Gearbox Single speed reduction gear automatic Kerb weight 1475kg Top speed 96mph 0-62mph 9.7sec Range 182 miles (WLTP) CO2 0g/km Rivals Nissan Leaf, BMW i3


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Hyundai Ioniq Electric 2019 UK review

Should I buy one?

'Functional' is perhaps the best word to describe the Ioniq Electric overall. It’s competent in all areas, while being neither outstanding nor sub-standard anywhere, too. It’s likeable for feeling so dependable, yet rivals shine brighter in other areas - including Hyundai’s own Kona Electric.

Hyundai Ioniq Electric specification

Where Berkshire Price £29,450 (after gov’t grant) On sale Now Engine Permanent magnet electric motor Power 134bhp (38.3kWh battery) Torque 291lb ft Gearbox Single-speed reduction gear Kerb weight 1475kg 0-62mph 9.7sec Top speed 96mph Range 194 miles (WLTP) CO2 0g/km Rivals Kia e-Niro, Nissan Leaf, Renault Zoe


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Hyundai launches new Ioniq sub-brand for electric models

Korean maker will launch three new landmark EVs by 2024 as the first models in its new electric line-up

Hyundai has launched a new Ioniq electric vehicle sub-brand as it gears up to unveil three new significant EVs in the next four years.

Sharing a name with the firm’s big-selling family hatchback - itself available in electric form - Ioniq will be used for each of the brand’s upcoming electric models, which will be told apart using a numerical naming strategy similar to Volkswagen’s ID line-up. Odd numbers will be used for SUVs and even numbers for saloons and other models.

The first production model to adopt the moniker will be the 2021 Ioniq 5, a compact crossover based on the radical 45 concept from last year’s Frankfurt motor show. It will be followed in 2022 by the Ioniq 6 electric sports saloon, which will take cues from the low-slung Prophecy concept. A large, as-yet unseen SUV called the Ioniq 7 will land in 2024.


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Hyundai Launches Ioniq EV Brand

Hyundai has launched a new sub-brand called Ioniq that will introduce at least 3 new electric vehicles over the next 4 years.

The Ioniq name, which combines ‘ion’ and ‘unique’, was first seen on the 2016 Ioniq Autonomous Concept which was followed by the Ioniq range of hybrid and electric vehicles.

Now, Ioniq has been announced as Hyundai’s new Electric Vehicle (EV) brand which will play an integral role in executing Hyundai’s Strategy 2025 which aims to sell 1 million battery electric vehicles by 2025 while claiming 10% share of the EV market. If realised, Hyundai will become the world’s third-largest Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) producer with 560 000 sales in addition to Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEV).

“The IONIQ brand will change the paradigm of EV customer experience,” said Wonhong Cho, Executive Vice President and Global Chief Marketing Officer at Hyundai Motor Company. “With a new emphasis on connected living, we will offer electrified experiences integral to an eco-friendly lifestyle.”


 
Hyundai confirms early 2021 launch for Ioniq 5 EV

New model sits on Hyundai and Kia's first dedicated battery-electric car platform and is first to launch under new Ioniq sub-brand

Hyundai has confirmed it will launch the first model of its new fully electric sub-brand, Ioniq, in the early part of next year.

An "early 2021" reveal date for the model, which is then expected to be in showrooms by the middle of the year, is promised. Called the Ioniq 5, it's the first of three EVs set to fall under the Ioniq umbrella in the next four years.

Each will use a numerical naming strategy similar to Volkswagen’s ID line-up. Odd numbers will be used for SUVs and even numbers for saloons and other models.

 
Hyundai previews new Ioniq 5 EV ahead of February unveiling

New model sits on Hyundai and Kia's first dedicated battery-electric car platform and is first to launch under new Ioniq sub-brand

Hyundai has released a number of preview images of the first model in its bespoke EV sub-brand: the Ioniq 5.

The new car, described by the brand as a “fundamental shift in BEV design approach”, will be fully revealed next month. It is the first production model to sit atop Hyundai and Kia’s new modular electric platform (E-GMP).

The Korean company suggests the design of the Ioniq 5, which appears to remain faithful to the 2019 45 concept on which it’s based, is said to provide a “unique experience that can only be enjoyed in dedicated BEVs” thanks to its proportions and stance.





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New Hyundai Ioniq 5 EV to be revealed on 23 February

New model sits on Hyundai and Kia's first dedicated battery-electric car platform and is first to launch under new Ioniq sub-brand

Hyundai is preparing for the imminent unveiling of the first model in its bespoke EV sub-brand: the Ioniq 5.

The new car, described by the brand as a “fundamental shift in BEV design approach”, will be fully revealed next week. It is the first production model to sit atop Hyundai and Kia’s new modular electric platform (E-GMP).

The Korean company suggests the design of the Ioniq 5, which appears to remain faithful to the 2019 45 concept on which it’s based, is said to provide a “unique experience that can only be enjoyed in dedicated BEVs” thanks to its proportions and stance.

 
Hyundai Ioniq 5

Hyundai Motor Company launched the IONIQ 5 midsize CUV during a virtual world premiere event. As the first model in Hyundai's new IONIQ brand dedicated to battery electric vehicles (BEV), IONIQ 5 sets the benchmark to redefine the electric mobility lifestyle with sustainable and innovative features.

IONIQ 5 is built upon Hyundai Motor Group's dedicated BEV architecture called Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), enabling it to have unique proportions on an elongated wheelbase. With E-GMP, IONIQ 5 offers innovative interior design with eco-friendly materials in many touchpoints, strong performance mated with ultra-fast charging and a Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) function as well as advanced connectivity and driver assistance features that will offer the ultimate in-car experience while ensuring safety.

"IONIQ 5 will accommodate lifestyles without limits, proactively caring for customers' needs throughout their journey," said Thomas Schemera, Executive Vice President and Global Chief Marketing Officer. "It is truly the first electric vehicle to provide a new experience with its innovative use of interior space and advanced technologies."


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New Hyundai Ioniq 5 arrives with retro design, 292-mile range

All-new mid-sized crossover features styling influenced by 45 EV concept car; 800V technology means ultra-rapid charging

Hyundai has revealed the bold new Ioniq 5, a mid-sized crossover and the first car to be launched under Hyundai’s Ioniq electric sub-brand, which is designed to spearhead a renewed push into electrification for the Korean brand.

Featuring 800V battery technology that gives the potential for ultra-rapid charging, the Ioniq 5 supports up to 220kW DC charging, taking the battery from 10% to 80% in 18 minutes. Previously, 800V cabling has been available on only high-end sports cars like the Porsche Taycan.

Two battery sizes will be available: 72.6kWh and 58kWh, both available with either rear- or all-wheel drive. The maximum range is 292 miles.

The most powerful version, a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive Ioniq 5 with combined power of 302bhp and a total of 446lb ft, will cover 0-62mph in 5.2sec and is capable of 115mph. The slowest version, with a 58kWh, 167bhp rear-wheel-drive set-up, manages 0-62mph in 8.5sec.

 
Hyundai Ioniq 5 is a 225 kW EV

Impressive Volkswagen ID rival from Hyundai.

VW might be positioning itself as the primary challenger to Tesla in vehicle electrification, but Hyundai is quietly building an impressive portfolio of battery vehicles, too.

The Korean automotive giant has now revealed its latest interpretation of what customers want, in a battery vehicle, with the Ioniq 5 crossover.

Billed as a crossover, the Ioniq 5 has a very angular surface design and incredibly intricate alloy wheels, which measure 20-inches in diameter and are the most aero wheels ever fitted to a Hyundai.

The Ioniq 5 rides on Hyundai’s E-GMP platform and has a proportionally long wheelbase, in relation to its overall length. This will become a feature of all future battery vehicles, as designers and engineers attempt to leverage the lack of a traditional front-mounted engine, to increase cabin space.

 
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