Hyundai Ioniq Buyer Guide: Reliability & Costs

Specifications by model year

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Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.

Fuel economy

EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.

Year	City MPG	Highway MPG	Combined MPG	City L/100 km	Highway L/100 km	Combined L/100 km	Fuel-economy range
2022	54	57	55	4.36	4.13	4.28	—
2021	54	56	55	4.36	4.2	4.28	170 miles (electric range)
2020	55	54	55	4.28	4.36	4.28	—
2019	55	54	55	4.28	4.36	4.28	—
2018	55	54	55	4.28	4.36	4.28	—
2017	55	54	55	4.28	4.36	4.28	—

Engine, transmission & drivetrain

Powertrain specifications can vary between model years. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.

Year	Body style	Cylinders	Displacement	Fuel type	Transmission	Drivetrain	Horsepower	Torque	Engine configuration
2022	hatchback	4	1.6	Regular	Automatic	Front-Wheel Drive	—	—	—
2021	hatchback	4	1.6	Regular	Automatic	FWD/Front-Wheel Drive	134 hp	218 lb-ft	—
2020	hatchback	4	1.6	Regular	Automatic	FWD/Front-Wheel Drive	—	—	—
2019	hatchback	4	1.6	Regular	Automatic (AM6)	Front-Wheel Drive	139 hp	109 lb-ft	Inline-4
2018	hatchback	4	1.6	Regular	Automatic (AM6)	Front-Wheel Drive	—	—	—
2017	hatchback	4	1.6	Regular	Automatic (AM6)	Front-Wheel Drive	—	—	—

Pricing & configuration

Original pricing and model configuration where available. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.

Year	msrp	Trim	currency	Base MSRP	MSRP range	Confidence	notes	Source	estimatedAt	Base price
2022	—	SEL	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
2021	currency: USD, Base MSRP: $34,250, MSRP range: $34,250 - $39,820, Confidence: 0.8, notes: MSRP for the Electric trim., Source: AI-generated estimate; not a verified quote, estimatedAt: 5/11/2026	SEL	USD	$34,250	$34,250 - $39,820	0.8	MSRP for the Electric trim.	AI-generated estimate; not a verified quote	5/11/2026	—
2020	—	Limited	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
2019	—	Limited (EV)	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	$28,550
2018	—	Electric (EV)	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	$24,950
2017	—	Blue	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	$29,500

Space, dimensions & utility

Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.

Year	Seats	Doors	Cargo (L)	Cargo (cu ft)	Keyless ignition	Seat rows	GVWR	Steering location	Axles	Wheels	Wheelbase	Front wheel	Rear wheel
2022	5	4	651	23	Standard	2	Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) \| Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)	—	—	—	—	—	—
2021	5	4	443	15.6	Standard	2	Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) \| Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)	Left-Hand Drive (LHD)	2	4	106.3	16	16
2020	5	—	—	—	—	2	Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) \| Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)	Left-Hand Drive (LHD)	2	4	—	—	—
2019	5	4	443	15.6	Standard	2	Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) \| Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)	Left-Hand Drive (LHD)	2	4	106.3	16	16
2018	5	5	—	—	Standard	—	Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) \| Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)	Left-Hand Drive (LHD)	2	4	106.3	17	17
2017	5	5	—	—	Standard	2	Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) \| Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)	Left-Hand Drive (LHD)	2	4	106.3	15	15

Safety ratings & driver assistance

NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.

Year	abs	esc	tractionControl	tpms	adaptiveCruiseControl	autoBrake	forwardCollisionWarning	pedestrianAeb	blindSpotMonitoring	laneDepartureWarning	rearCamera	rearCrossTrafficAlert	parkAssist	adaptiveDrivingBeam	autoReverseSystem	laneCenteringAssist
2022	standard	standard	standard	standard	standard	standard	standard	standard	standard	standard	standard	standard	standard	standard	standard	—
2021	standard	standard	standard	standard	standard	standard	standard	standard	standard	standard	standard	standard	—	standard	standard	standard
2020	standard	standard	standard	standard	—	standard	—	—	—	—	standard	—	—	standard	standard	—
2019	standard	standard	standard	standard	standard	standard	—	standard	standard	standard	standard	—	standard	standard	standard	—
2018	standard	standard	standard	standard	optional	standard	—	optional	standard	—	standard	—	—	standard	—	—
2017	standard	standard	standard	standard	standard	standard	—	—	standard	standard	standard	—	—	standard	standard	—

Technology & electrification

Listed infotainment, equipment, battery, and charging data. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.

Year	infotainment	Electrification	Apple CarPlay	Android Auto	ev
2022	—	phev	—	—	Electrification: phev
2021	Apple CarPlay: Standard, Android Auto: Standard	bev	Standard	Standard	Electrification: bev
2020	—	—	—	—	—
2019	Apple CarPlay: Standard, Android Auto: Standard	—	Standard	Standard	—
2018	—	—	—	—	—
2017	—	—	—	—	—

Model year reports

2022

Newest

Buyer's guide

The 2022 Hyundai Ioniq stands out as an excellent choice for used car buyers prioritizing reliability and exceptional fuel efficiency.

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2021

Buyer's guide

The 2021 Hyundai Ioniq stands out with an excellent reliability rating, backed by zero recalls and complaints reported to NHTSA.

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2020

Buyer's guide

The 2020 Hyundai Ioniq presents a mixed reliability picture.

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2019

Buyer's guide

The 2019 Hyundai Ioniq stands out as an excellent choice for used car shoppers prioritizing reliability.

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2018

Buyer's guide

The 2018 Hyundai Ioniq stands out with an excellent reliability rating, boasting zero recalls and zero consumer complaints.

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2017

Buyer's guide

The 2017 Hyundai Ioniq stands out with an exceptional reliability record, boasting zero recalls and zero owner complaints according to NHTSA data.

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Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.

What are the best years for the Hyundai Ioniq?

Carfocal currently has 6 published Ioniq reports, covering 2017 through 2022. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2022 Hyundai Ioniq stands out as an excellent choice for used car buyers prioritizing reliability and exceptional fuel efficiency.

Published year coverage: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022.

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Is the Hyundai Ioniq reliable?

There is no single reliability answer for every Hyundai Ioniq. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2022 hyundai ioniq stands out as an excellent choice for used car buyers prioritizing reliability and exceptional fuel efficiency. and the 2022 hyundai ioniq represents strong value on the used market, particularly for budget-conscious buyers prioritizing low running costs and reliability. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.

6 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.

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What are common problems with the Hyundai Ioniq?

Carfocal answers common-problem questions in the year-specific reports. Published guides currently cover 2017 through 2022.

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Supporting data

Published guides: 6
Years tracked: 6
Data sources: NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints