Hatchback · Hybrid
Hyundai Ioniq 2017–2022 (AE)
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- Price
- $22,200–$32,950
- MPG
- 59
- Strength: Excellent cargo & utility
- Strength: Excellent running costs
- Watch-out: Below-average driving fun
- Watch-out: Below-average value retention
How it scores for you10 scores
Prius-matching (often beating) efficiency for less money in a normal-looking hatch - one of the great overlooked cost-per-mile champions.
Recalled about half as often as cars of the same model years; 4 of its 7 recalls were serious. About 14% of its owner complaints describe a crash, fire or injury. Based on recalls and serious defect reports — it doesn't capture everyday repairs or problems fixed by warranty extensions. Adjusted +5 points for its wider reputation.
Not yet crash-tested by NHTSA, so this is scored as middle-of-the-road.
About $1,100 a year in fuel (EPA estimate) — cheaper to run than about 89% of cars we track.
26.5 cu ft of cargo space — among the roomiest of the hatchbacks we track.
Normal compact-hatch rear seat and a genuinely useful 26.5 cu ft hold under the liftback.
Light and slick-shifting (6DCT, not CVT) but slow and eco-tired; efficiency is the performance metric.
Touchscreen with CarPlay standard and a clean hybrid interface - solid for a thrift-first car.
Firm-ish, occasionally busy ride and modest noise suppression - acceptable commuter fare.
EVs have typically lost value the fastest.
No published tow rating; front- or rear-wheel drive only.
Safety & recalls11 recalls
Not yet rated by NHTSA.
11 recalls · 6 common complaint areas across 2017–2022
- Electrical — 17 complaints (2017)
- Recall — Electrical: propulsion system: traction battery (2020)
- Electrical — 11 complaints (2021)
2022
- Complaint clusterBrakes11 complaintscomplaints:SERVICE BRAKES
The Auto Hold and EPB orange warning lights have been a recurring problem with our 2022 Hyundai Ioniq. We first noticed the car exhibit a jerky/jolting hesitation after accelerating from a complete stop which was reported to the dealership with confirmed paperwork at ~52K miles. The Auto Hold and EP
- Complaint clusterElectrical8 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, there was an abnormal ticking sound coming from the engine. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken dealer where it was determined that the charging actuator needed to be replaced. T
2021
- Complaint clusterElectrical11 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Auto Hold/EPB lights come one while driving. Deactivates cruise control of on. Turns off auto hold. Ongoing issue with many reports but no recall or dealership knowledge. Ongoing issue since purchase.
2020
- RecallElectrical: propulsion system: traction battery21V127000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Kona Electric and 2020 Ioniq Electric vehicles. The lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery may short-circuit.
- Complaint clusterElectrical7 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Ioniq. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle stalled. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the battery had ove
- Complaint clusterBrakes6 complaintscomplaints:SERVICE BRAKES
The Hyundai Ioniq was designed with a dual clutch system for the electric motor and gas motor. This was done to disengage and engage either separately when necessary for low power, regen braking, etc. However, this design heavily impacts the behavior of the brakes and safety of the vehicle overall.
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other5 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The horn on my 2020 Hyundai Ioniq has stopped working. I checked the fuses and they are all good. Hyundai currently has several other models with recalls or at least known to fail. Yes my vehicle is available for inspection and no I have not had it looked at yet… dealer wants to keep it for 3-5 days
2019
- RecallWheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs19V720000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019 Ioniq Hybrid and 2020 Elantra vehicles. The right-side rear wheel lug nuts may have been insufficiently tightened, allowing the wheel to detach from the vehicle.
- RecallElectrical: propulsion system: charging: module: onboard (obcm); electrical system: software21V944000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Ioniq electric vehicles. An unstable electrical ground may cause the vehicle to enter a fail-safe mode with reduced acceleration and power. In certain conditions while in fail-safe mode, the vehicle may accelerate after the gas pedal i
- Complaint clusterElectrical8 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owned a 2019 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed at night, all lights, including the headlights. As a result, the vehicle veered off the roadway into a ditch, coming to a complete stop after colliding with a sign. The air bags did deploy. N
- Complaint clusterPowertrain6 complaintscomplaints:POWER TRAIN
Engine Code: P090A01 The Hyundai IONIQ Blue lost reverse and while driving I experienced loss of power only to regain then lose then regain (a bucking motion). The drive significantly declined. Fortunately, I was able to get back home without injury. Vehicle towed to dealership where it currently si
- Complaint clusterCruise control5 complaintscomplaints:VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Braking and acceleration control, yes How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? The car continued to move/accelerate after depressing the brake pedal, and upon applying additional force
2018
- RecallHybrid propulsion: inverter18V704000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid and 2018 Ioniq Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The Main Relay within the Power Relay Assembly (PRA) may have inadequate connections between its contacts, causing increased electrical resistance.
- RecallElectrical: propulsion system: charging: module: onboard (obcm); electrical system: software21V944000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Ioniq electric vehicles. An unstable electrical ground may cause the vehicle to enter a fail-safe mode with reduced acceleration and power. In certain conditions while in fail-safe mode, the vehicle may accelerate after the gas pedal i
- RecallHybrid propulsion: inverter22V459000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ioniq HEV and Ionic PHV vehicles previously recalled under recall number 18V-704. The Power Relay Assembly (PRA) located underneath the rear seat may overheat.
2017
- RecallHybrid propulsion17V532000
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Ioniq Electric Vehicles. Manufacturing defects within the Electronic Power Control Unit (EPCU) may allow coolant to contact the unit's circuit board.
- RecallHybrid propulsion18V260000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid vehicles. The Hydraulic Clutch Actuator (HCA) inner oil seal may leak, allowing oil to accumulate in the cap area, possibly resulting in an electrical short.
- RecallHybrid propulsion: inverter18V704000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid and 2018 Ioniq Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The Main Relay within the Power Relay Assembly (PRA) may have inadequate connections between its contacts, causing increased electrical resistance.
- RecallElectrical: propulsion system: charging: module: onboard (obcm); electrical system: software21V944000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Ioniq electric vehicles. An unstable electrical ground may cause the vehicle to enter a fail-safe mode with reduced acceleration and power. In certain conditions while in fail-safe mode, the vehicle may accelerate after the gas pedal i
- RecallHybrid propulsion: inverter22V459000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ioniq HEV and Ionic PHV vehicles previously recalled under recall number 18V-704. The Power Relay Assembly (PRA) located underneath the rear seat may overheat.
- Complaint clusterElectrical17 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Just before 3 PM on Sunday, 14MAY, my Hyundai Ioniq had been charging for a few hours as usual and I heard a circuit breaker "pop". I went outside to check on my car, and my car had started smoking. I immediately unplugged the charger and after the smoke cleared, found that both the charger I purcha
- Complaint clusterPowertrain9 complaintscomplaints:POWER TRAIN
IF YOU ARE SLOWING DOWN WHILE REGENERATING, THEN NEED TO SPEED UP YOU CAN'T. THE ACTIVE FLAP SYSTEM LIGHT COMES ON AND MAKES THE CAR GO INTO A LIMP MODE. IT CORRECTS ITSELF ABOUT A SECOND OR MORE. HAVING TO SPEED UP FOR THE LIGHT THAT WAS RED AND NOW GREEN CREATED A DANGEROUS SITUATION. I COULDN'T
- Complaint clusterHybrid propulsion6 complaintscomplaints:HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start with several unknown warning lights illuminated. Additionally, the message "Starting Engine to Avoid Battery Discharge" was displayed. The vehicle was later towed to the local dealer who diagnosed that
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other5 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I brought my Hyundai on November 18, 2022 to Huntington Hyundai at 1221 E. Jericho Tpke., for service to take care of a recall. My paperwork from Huntington Hyundai shows that recall 232 was performed. But in 2023 I began plans to move to Canada and to import my Hyundai into Canada. The Canadian reg
Cost to own$15,900 / 5 yr
MSRP, new
$22,200–$32,950
Estimated used price, by model year
$1,100/yr
EPA estimate, combined fuel cost per year.
Specs
City MPG
58
Highway MPG
60
Combined MPG
59
Electric range
170 mi
Horsepower
139 hp
Doors
4
Cargo volume
26.5 cu ft
Limited data — dimensions unavailable.
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