Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid Review - Why It's the Most Popular Variant
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- Опубліковано 6 жов 2020
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Ten Second Review
The Hyundai IONIQ was the first car ever to go on sale with three different forms of electric power. Buyers choose from pure electric propulsion, hybrid propulsion or, as in this case, a Plug-in hybrid model. Given the choice between these three options, we think most potential buyers would probably take the Plug-in route if money was no object - and it's easy to see why, with up to 32 miles of WLTP-rated all-electric driving range and CO2 emissions as low as 26g/km.
Background
Hyundai is serious about eco-motoring. Deadly serious. Over the next few years, the company plans to launch a whole portfolio of eco-minded models, including hybrids, PHEVs, full-electric vehicles and even a fuel-cell electric vehicle. But it all had to start somewhere - and did so back in 2017 with this IONIQ, which went on sale back then in hybrid, full-electric and this Plug-in Hybrid form.
This is the lightly updated version of the Plug-in Hybrid model, updated in 2019. And it remains one of the more affordable plug-in contenders of its kind on the market - for the time being anyway - aiming to offer buyers the best of both worlds; the all-electric capability of the full-Electric IONIQ model. And the range capability of the full-Hybrid version of this car. Sounds promising.
Driving Experience
In an IONIQ Plug-in, there's obviously much more potential for extended full-electric use than there is in the ordinary full-Hybrid model, thanks to the greater capacity of a considerably larger 8.9kWh battery that drives a pokier 61PS electric motor. Despite that, total system output remains pegged at 141PS, so ultimate performance is pretty much the same as it is with the ordinary Hybrid variant, though initial acceleration seems quicker thanks to the torque of the electric motor. Mind you, use too much of that and you'll quickly decimate the WLTP-rated 32 mile all-electric driving range. Rest to 62mph takes 10.6s en route to 110mph.
The IONIQ shares the same basic platform as the Kia Niro, which is a very good place to start from. As a result, the Hyundai handles nimbly and takes corners with more composure than you might expect for a car that's main focus is on low running costs and emissions. The only limiting factor is the reduced rolling resistance tyres, but in day to day driving you'll find this car very capable. It also enjoys a tight turning circle and steering that's light to turn at low speeds. You can add some more weight to the helm by selecting the 'Sport' mode, but we find this makes it too heavy. Around town, the suspension is on the firmer side of comfortable but by no means unsettled. Accelerate hard and you'll really notice the benefits of this IONIQ's use of a proper cog-driven 6DCT dual-clutch auto transmission, a much better gearbox than the jerky belt-driven set-up used in a rival Toyota Prius and other hybrids.
Design and Build
There's not much point building a new car that offers three different electrified power trains for the first time ever if you're not going to make the most of every facet of its design. This is why Hyundai has gone to great lengths with the IONIQ to come up with a shape that has a drag coefficient of just 0.24. That makes this one of the most slippery shapes ever for a car as it cuts through the air, which helps reduce energy use and noise. Recent design revisions include a smarter front grille and updated bumper styling.
And inside? Well, inside this Hyundai, it doesn't feel futuristic. It's not that it's dull in the cabin: it's just that it's not trying to be too clever for its own good. We like that. What you get is a dash that bears a strong resemblance to the Korean company's other models such as the i30 and Tuscon. That's a very good thing as it's clear and made from excellent materials. There are hints, though, at what lies under the bonnet, such as the battery indicator gauge on the left-hand side of the main 7-inch instrument display. It tells you how economically you're driving and whether or not you are using energy reserves or topping them up. In the centre is a simple to read speedo, while on the right is a configurable screen for information such as doors left open and water temperature. A dash highlight is a now-larger 10.25-inch colour touchscreen, which includes Tom Tom navigation. There's a smaller boot that you'd get in the standard hybrid version, the PHEV's luggage capacity rated at 341-litres.
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The horizontal bar across the back window perfectly blocks out the headlamps of Range Rovers behind you when waiting at the lights. Reversing camera and proximity sensors work fine.
Thanks for the feedback 👍
A very fair review which covers pretty much everything. Well done. I am a satisfied Top of the Range PHEV owner from March 2020. No problems at all.
That's brilliant to hear. Thank you for watching 👍
Oh for sure. I see cars as a to b things, but I also like looking at what's going on
I downgraded to a Yaris given I barely drive. When the hybrids are worth about 2-3K, I'll get a Yaris hybrid
And after that, I'd probably get a Hyundai Ioniq PHEV before then getting an EV version. The insurance on these cars is so freaking cheap
Great video! I have a Hybrid Ioniq and am thinking of upgrading. My other options are a Countryman SE or Mercedes A250e but you get so many more options for your money with Hyundai I think I'm going for an Ioniq Premium SE PHEV.
Thanks for watching, Scott! We can definitely get you behind the wheel of a brand new Ioniq. We supply every make and model in the UK and pride ourselves on finding the most affordable solution for our customers. Fill-in this quick form and one of our Vehicle Specialists will get in touch: bit.ly/39YHCml
Drove a plug in Ionic for the first time today. Very nice car to drive, its quiet, the ride quality is excellent, the interior design is futuristic and stylish. Only downside for me was in sport mode on the motorway, it tended to stick in 5th gear, wouldn't shift up to 6th, even on the flat.
That's great to hear, Simon 👍 Are you interested in getting one?
@@OsvUkVehicleSupply I got a Subaru Outback !
Why would you need sport mode on the motorway. Just get up to 70ish mph and stick the cruise control on.
@@chriswallace8398 fair point, I probably had no idea what I was doing at the time 😁
I own this car and model. Don't agree with his last points on the style and not very interesting to drive? It certainly the most interesting car I ever drove or owned.
It was listed as a sports car at my dealer.
Hi Daniel, the IONIQ PHEV goes from 0-62mph in around 10.6 seconds so it's by no means sporty! If you'd like to find out more about this plug-in hybrid contact our Vehicle Specialists on 01903 538835 or book a FREE consultation online: bit.ly/3soFVbF
I wish that seat color pattern was more widely available around the world. The ones I saw were just the lighter color on all the leather surfaces while the harder plastic surfaces were the darker color. It looked really patchy and not nearly as attractive as what's shown in this video.
@3:39 you mention that this gearbox is better than the "belt driven" one in the Prius. The CVT in the Prius doesn't have a belt. While it's a "CVT", it's not belt driven, rather it uses 2 planetary gear sets and 2 electric motors. No clutch, no torque converter, the wheels are always mechanically linked with the transmission. Varying the gear ratio is done via the smaller of the 2 electric motors. Varying it's speed and rotating direction, it can start up the petrol engine (and instantly spin it up to the correct RPM for seamless transition), act as an alternator, and vary the torque output of the petrol engine going to the wheels. It's an incredible piece of engineering, but sadly most automotive journalists hear "CVT" and conclude that it's the horrible belt driven contraption that everyone hates. Another neat fact about the Prius is the lack of ANY belt. Since it doesn't have a starter nor an alternator, and having an electric water pump and AC compressor, no need for any belt in the engine compartment. Even when the engine is stopped, you still have the AC running at full power since the compressor can continue to spin.
Excellent way of explaining, just needed to talk about whit out being charged how good is it as a only hybrid vehicle just in case we won’t have the chance to plug it to the mains !! Very thankful to you guys, great video 🙏🙏🙏🙏👍👍👍👍
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In Sweden you can order it with towbar. I have one 👍🏻
What is your transition music?
Io ho già percorso 80.000 km con una ioniq plugin, ho un record in estate con 45 euro di benzina e 70 di elettricità di 3.850 km .
Anch'io percorro dai 60 agli 80 km in elettrico.
A gennaio mi arriva la prossima ioniq plug in, con restyling, avendo la possibilità di caricarla a casa e al lavoro è una figata, i distributori di benzina ti "odiano" specialmente se abiti in piccoli paesi e ti conoscono tutti...💪👍😂. Ciao grandi!!!
Xenon John - fair points, but that's only OK if you have a house and can charge overnight - that's a non-starters for flat owners - and while it is true that you are burning petrol to re-charge the battery, you neglect to mention that same petrol-burning is powering your car down the road - only a tiny fraction is doing the re-charging.There are plenty stories of dealers finding plug-in models traded in after 2/3 years with the charging cables still in the sealed bags - never used. That may be extreme - and probably limited to company car users, but I'm willing to bet that a lot of private buyers will rapidly tire of the continual re-charging and will just run them as petrol-engined cars. A self-charging model gets round these problems.
I like the facelift design and the interior
I like the styling, sleek and aerodynamic compared to most others.. Prius is just plain homely.
This is my exact thought. I'm looking for a Prius without the look and baggage of a Prius, and this is it.
Jerky belt driven cvt on prius phv!!!!. They have an utra smooth planetary gear set transmission. May be you should test that next.
So called experts should do there research properly. Toyotas “cvt” has never been belt driven. Even in the second generation is very far from jerky. The only reason I would never pick this otherwise nice car is the dct. Nowhere near as reliable as toyotas. After 20 years it is time for car “experts” to learn about that gearbox.
No spare wheel?
how was this filmed in 2002? The camera and audio quality is terrible..
Please review the Hyundai 2022 IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid :)
Cheers for the suggestion Justin! We'll see what we can do 👍
For a similar price I would buy the full electric version, with acceptable range and low running costs.
We can help with that, Adrian 👍📞
Why not just go for s self-charging hybrid - a lot less expensive, and a lot more convenient?
@@jimmacgregor4122 The Toyota created propagandish “ self charging hybrid” version of the Ioniq does offer 30ish EV range and depending on $$, taste and driving needs, one of the 3 models is ideal for most drivers. Next is trim levels. I have the Limited PHEV selected after looking at the cheaper options. For us, it was the best option and the car has all of the options for the Limited level. The best feature: ultra efficient hybrid mode once the EV range has been used. On a 90 mile trip, it uses 1 gal of fuel + electricity. After, I average 63 mpg. Superb performance. Thanks
Currently getting 39 miles range from Electric on this.
Thanks for sharing your experience Niall - that's quite a bit more than the official 32 miles 👍
A real shame about the instrument cluster, that small screen (3:18) stands out like a sore thumb and looks cheap. An all in one screen would have looked a lot nicer.
Nothing wrong with it. You sound very fussy. Its easy to see the screen, its made of materials much like any other car so what's cheap about it ? Not made of gold ? Words fail me sometimes with the oddball things the general public post on UA-cam these days.
It's difficult to understand the point of these plug-in models - you have to visit petrol stations and (continually) find charging points. I can understand someone who mixes town and main road driving choosing a self-charging model - two of my friends have self-charging Toyota's and they spend a surprising amount of time in town running on the electric motor and subsequently get very good fuel economy - and never have to worry about finding a charging point. I wonder how many people buy one of these plug-in hybrids, then after a few months get fed up with continually re-charging, and end up just running it as a petrol car?
I can answer for Californians. Both a straight EV and a plug-in have access to the high-occupancy vehicle lanes on the freeway system - quite a bonus over driving a gas-only vehicle. On a longer trip, the plug-in will leave the EV in the dust after the EV runs out of its basic charge and has to seek a charging station and spend a lot of time charging up. The plug-in merely fills up at any gas station and resumes its journey.
Interesting reply John - Do self-charging hybrids not have access to the priority lanes? They still seem the most sensible option to me.
@@jimmacgregor4122 No, Jim, only PHEVs and straight EVs are allowed. For some reason, self-charging hybrids are not. If they were, I’d definitely go for one.
Don’t get me wrong. This is a rubbish car, but how hard is it to plug it in on your drive at home ? You put the socket in the flap and go indoors ..it takes 10 seconds. Then when you want to drive you take it out. 30 miles of nearly free motoring and no engine wear... except it doesn’t work.
Most journeys are less than 50 miles. I drive 30 miles every day and use mine in full electric mode 90% of the time and charge it up overnight. Self-charging on the other hand is exactly that, you are burning petrol to charge your (smaller) battery which then powers the (smaller) electric motor for low speed travel around cities to give slightly better efficiency as a regular hybrid. A plug-in hybrid generally has a bigger battery and more powerful electric motor so you can run the car at all speeds, including motorway, on the battery should you wish to. Over longer ranges it functions as a regular hybrid. Services are cheaper than a plug-in Prius, handles better, trunk is flat, more carrying capacity.
current scc speed indicator is way to to small.
stupid you cannot cancel the scc with the rengen breake
apple carplay is brillant at using the full screen. aa not so much
This vehicle has been discontinued by the manufacturer
Thanks for highlighting this Eric 👍 Are you looking for a new car at the moment?