2017 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid Review and Road Test In 4K UHD!
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- Hyundai's hybrid doesn't just beat the Prius in MPG, it is one of the few no-compromises hybrid cars in America. The low starting price means that the average compact car shopper in America would break even in under two years while enjoying a larger cargo area and (oddly enough) better handling. That makes the Ioniq not just my top hybrid car pick for 2017, but my top compact sedan pick as well. I didn't see that coming.
Whether you're looking at a Corolla or Elantra or a Prius or C-Max, you should drop by the Hyundai dealer and check the Ioniq out.
0-30 : 3.7 Seconds
0-60 : 9.8 Seconds
1/4 Mile : 16.8 Sec @ 86 MPH
60-0 Braking : 115 Feet
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I've been a Toyota guy all my life and owned several Priuses before....until recently. Appointment set for the 2019 Prius LE pickup but moments before that I stopped by the local Hyundai dealership right next to the Toyota dealership where I supposed to pick up my new Prius, I found the Ioniq Limited by chance then things completely changed since. I test drove the Ioniq and loved the design, its full list of tech package ..convinced me to dump my Prius then jumpship for good for the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq Limited with ultimate package included. Words can't describe how much I love it compared to all my Priuses, not that my Priuses are bad, but the new 2019 Hyundai Ioniq has tons of things I wish my Priuses had. Bottom line, I'm extremely happy with my decision in getting the Ioniq instead of the Prius. Great job Hyundai!!
havent seen this comprehensive review in a long time in youtube. This is HOW a review should be done (and not a 3 minute videos of a high school guy
"Trunk comfort index" 10 out of 10. Thank God! All those years of riding inside the trunk of other cars has been so uncomfortable! In all seriousness though, thank you for such a comprehensive review, this vehicle is definitely on my next vehicle short list. ☺
I just bought the Ioniq and absolutely love it. I went from a Lexus SUV at 20mpg to the Ioniq at 55mpg with a comparable ride. Sub 10 second 0 to 60 doesn't bother me at all.
Impressive! It's funny how many people think they need to get to 60 faster than 10 seconds. With all the traffic I'd rather have the economy over performance :)
Larry Brannan
Hi there
How much are they selling for , any good deals out there?
congratulations to a great car!
Ioniq didn't come to play, it came to slay
only problem is you cannot slay ceramic toilet seats. your sword will keep slipping.
Work fan favorite!
slay your wallet that is. Wait till the cvt transmission gives up or the battery dies off. good luck finding one at a decent price
But wait! It isn’t a CVT like the crap engines Honda has been releasing recently... its a regular automatic. And to add on to it, the battery has a lifetime warranty for the first owner of the vehicle!
Yes it came to slay the defect Hyundai 2.0L Turbo engine.
I bought the SEL version, no leather , no upgrades.
And it's amazing ! Hands down I love it .
Does the 2017 come standard with Apple carplay?
@@luism8612 yeah it does.
The Ioniq is the whole package to me, namely high fuel efficiency, rear independent suspension, enormous cargo room (even more with folded rear seats), dual clutch transimmision (not CVT YEAH!!!), lifetime battery warranty, decent look (compares to Prius), Apple Carplay/Android Auto, and most important of all THE PRICE! I'm convinced!!!
I consider the dct to be one of the few downsides of the ioniq. Dislike of the "cvt feel" is mostly based on ignorance - that droning is the sound of your engine delivering maximum power or efficiency continuously, it is a good thing.
I'm not that against CVT I know what it's capable of, if someone invented a CVT for bicycle I would definitely buy one. But for cars, I'm in the European camp who still prefer gears. The only Japanese car maker that still use gears today is Mazda.
yan-Deriction exactly! the e-cvt of the Toyota hybrid system is actually very efficient and reliable. No DCT to worry about. Funny thing is, car makers are starting to have 9-10speed gearboxes which is to emulate a cvt keeping the engine in its most efficient range!
Actually I think you're all right. I personally don't care about the transmission as long as it gets to the right ratio in a reasonable amount of time. I must admit I do drive a car with a CVT and haven't had any problems with it and I don't even notice the drone, LOL.
the CVT in the Prius is not like any other CVT, it's called eCVT for a reason, it's a completely unique to Toyota and is unlike any other transmission
I'm so glad you finally did a video on the Ioniq. I've been loving mine with great fuel economy and incredible cargo capacity. My favorite car I have ever owned!
Happy owner of the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq blue base model. Perfect car for Uber/Lyft use.
I am thinking of buying the Hyundai Ioniq Blue because I drive an average of 200 miles a day. Are the seats comfortable? I am 6'4 239lbs.
Cheaper is rarely better
@@ShineLikeaProAZ I'm. 5' 9.5, so you'll just have to do a test drive to find out for yourself.
@@archie764 Nobody is comparing the Ioniq to a Mercedes Benz
@@57Carlibra Benz are terrible cars especially in lower priced models I am talking over all electric for the price
I bought a 2017 Ioniq hybrid and have driven about 800 miles now and I'm getting around 63-64 MPG! (sports mode for acceleration and eco all other times) I love it except I have had 2 minor small plastic parts slightly break. the seat "lifter" handle is loose and the driver's side door handle (where the keyhole is hidden) trim is starting to fall off. but I'm covered with a 125,000 bumper to bumper warranty so not too worried.
Update: 1300 miles AVERAGE 65 mpg. Don't know how but that's what the on board display shows
Dear Alex, we are following for a long time watching all your car reviews. You are fantastic doing this and we just want to thank you for your time and dedication. We live in the bay area. Your review about this car came to us in the perfect time because we just got our fist child and we try to decide between the Toyota Prius and the Hyundai Ionic. Precisely today we bought the Hyunday Ionic Limited and feels great! You was right. THANK YOU!
I totally agree with you Alex, I bought the SEL with the tech package and I am consistently beating the EPA scores and the this car has been great as a rideshare money maker. I love this little hybrid loaded with excellent features
Same package, I'm getting 63mpg in these warm months. Seen as low as 43 in the worst of winter with snow tires.
People think that the only reason to buy a hybrid is the fuel economy. While fuel economy is a big plus, cruising range is also a very real consideration. I couldn't help noticing the miles to empty readout (557). With that kind of range I can drive from Frederick Maryland to Portland, Maine (approximately 550 miles) on just one tank of gas. These cars are the solution to the range anxiety of the plug-ins.
This is the hybrid version that he reviewed, not the plugin version.
wow, that's great maybe 45-50 MPG!
I'm aware. I don't know of any plugins that provide that kind of range.
the prius prime does around 650 miles on 1 tank of gas
Omg Hyundai. You guys are amazing. After Mazda, i think Hyundai is my next favorite non luxury brand.
Picked up the Blue model a couple weeks ago. First car that I have NO buyers remorse. Love it!
After about 2 months of research we finally worked up the gumption to step foot in the dealership today to buy a 2020 Prius. For the sake of having an informed decision we test drove the Prius and Ioniq back-to-back. We immediately preferred the Hyundai. We felt Ioniq had superior handling, visibility out of the car, more comfortable seats, more useable cargo space, better general ergonomics and intuitiveness of design. It objectively changed our mind even though we were biased toward the Prius. I wish I found this video earlier because it probably would have saved me 2 months of reading. It also was nice to have my suspicions confirmed about the handling being better than the Prius (as if the Prius set such a high bar in the first place). As a package and price the Ioniq is superior. I drive a Miata and a WRX as well.
We recently bought Ioniq 2018 and it’s amazing amazing ride with really good 58-62 MPG city.. so happy
Wicked review Alex. The Ionic is a truly remarkable vehicle, with few compromises as you point out. Kudos to Hyundai!
my new dream car, thanks for the super in depth review. your reviews always seem so much more knowledgeable where other reviewers don't mention differences between trims or leave out big features.
In my opinion your car reviews are the BEST!
Incredibly detailed and accurate review, true professional.
Nice to finally have someone recommend a hybrid not just as a hybrid, but as a car. Its has always been my opinion anyone who is looking for a compact econobox for commuting, road trips etc should consider the prius, and I also think the prius handily beats every other compact in the used car market. However now the ioniq is proving that hybrids are not only competitive in the used car market, but also as new cars, and that's fantastic.
2 years later and I'm still loving the car that this video convinced me to buy. Thanks Alex!
Alex, the amount of info and level of detail you provide are simply mind-boggling. How on earth do you manage to speak so fast, yet so concisely?? Keep it up!!
Especially like that you go into long-term ownership details vs competitors; this is something few auto reviewers get into.
Best car reviews on CZcams.
Hyundai has really been killing it with this and their last generation. I just hope the all-electric version gets significantly improved range as they iterate.
Hyundai has stated that next year's Ioniq EV will have a 200 mile range.
If that's true, and if they can price it as competitively as the current Ioniq, perfect.
Most thorough reviews on the interwebs. Thanks, Alex!
awesome review. I purchased my ioniq for exactly this reason recently. It is such a pleasure to drive and own, and I love the huge cargo room as well. funny enough a relative will buy the Civic EX-T for the sporty handling but would have bought this if not for the Civic. Fantastic review for a fantastic car!!
Hi there , how much are they selling for please? Any deals to be had ?
I recently drove it, feels very normal to drive and putting it in sport mode does change the character a lot
Great review! Though I wished you had mentioned that the Ioniq is the first vehicle in history to not have a 12V lead-acid battery.
Indeed. What's weird, though, is that the all-electric and plug-in hybrid versions of the Ioniq do have a 12V lead-acid battery -- presumably for cost savings.
This is THE hybrid car to buy .. test drove recently, and the DCT is ggreat
For real. This car beats every other hybrid in both MPG and features, and it's thousands cheaper. So slick. I'm getting mine soon.
Test drove it last week. The Ioniq front seats are some of the most comfortable car seats I've ever tried, especially with the lumbar support
@@limenghean It might be a good car Prius, but its driver's seat gives me a terrible leg ache after several hours in city driving in my Prius. I really hope Ioniq has better seat design.
@@nevco8774 I've never been so comfortable or had so little fatigue after a long drive lane keep assist helps with that a lot, really great car.
This car is so badass, and the Blue, I've seen some people getting over 65 MPG on it real world. Crazy. I'm dropping some cash for this beast.
this guy is the Cadillac of auto reviewers !
for Alex to say he'd buy it over a Corolla and Civic is really saying something .
I get 72mpg out of my Ioniq with careful driving.
My best MPG was 67.5, which was just mind blowing.... ;)
@@57Carlibra what year
Did you piss off the drivers behind you as well?
I did the speed limit, so if they didn't like it, too bad.
I inflate the tires to about 38psi
See Toyota? A hybrid doesn't have to look like an alien.
Except Toyota has a super reliable CVT. Let's see how long Hyundai's DCT lasts.
I like Prius design though.. it's kind of unique..
I love the Toyota design more. The hyundai looks like a ford focus hybrid
DCTs are basically manual trans (but shifted by the computer). Manuals have a higher reliability than automatics or planetary gears (Prius or Toyota/Ford hybrids)
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@@yggdrasil9039 not to mention that Toyota has a great track record with their prius(s). People have hit 300k and 400,000 miles on the prius. Not saying that Hyundai or others cant but Toyota is the only one that has proved it.
Just a stellar review. I couldn't have asked for more. I really appreciated your organization and presentation of the material, especially things like the trim levels. I also liked your thorough and frequent comparisons with other options. Keep up the great work!
I looked at one of these last weekend in the showroom.....nice looking car....i'm 6ft tall and the back seat was comfy and i did not have to bend my head.
"This one will accommodate somewhat squarer drinks..." Huh? I don't think I've ever seen square drink cups at any fast food joints..
Your channel always has amazingly detailed reviews. Congrats again!
I just bought one of these and love it (and love this review too)! But I will say in order for this car to really pass the test of time and beat the Prius over time the DCT will have to last up to 250k miles as is the case for the Prius transmission. I love the DCT, but have to say that is my only concern in terms of durability and beating the Prius in that regard too.
Jeff B How do you like the Ioniq after several months? I test drove and really liked it-except for the rollback I experienced when stopped on hills. There was no hold when I took my foot off the brake. What’s that about?
DCTs are basically manual transmissions & manuals have a high reliability
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If I was car shopping I would choose either the Niro or Ioniq hands down. Could we get a comparison between those two? Even though they share a lot in common, they're also quite different from one another.
I saw my first Ioniq today. It is a nice looking car with a comfortable interior and lots of space. Why does Toyota make death-dragon looking vehicles when they could stand for beauty and taste, like Hyundai? Is beauty passé, Mr. Toyota?
Summary of this review: Ioniq is better than prius and pays off in 2 years vs 6 years. I'm sold... Sorry Toyota, the prius has 0 appeal now.
Resale value.
mountainhobo Prius resale value is shit too.
"Prius resale value is shit too." -- Yeah, right. Let's not waste each other's time by making stuff up.
"Prius resale value is shit too." -- Yeah, right. Let's not waste each other's time by making stuff up.
higher initial cost, more components and cheap price of gas, did you expect hybrids to retain more value ? get a hold of reality.
Well if you drive uber and and put 5000 miles per month than car pays for itself compare to camry or accord. because you are saving $300 every month in gas. if gas price is $3 a Gallon
Usman Ullah Asif that's why I bought it
I agree, near perfection for Ride-sharing drivers.
In fact, one of my passengers told me he had just delivered 25 Hyundai Ioniq hybrids to Lyft. I guess they "rent" them out to drivers who need a car.
I test drove this car and was very impressed. I currently own a Sonata Hybrid. In the 2019 Ioniq I test drove, I did 0-60 in 9.1 Seconds. Car & Driver did it in 8.9. Very reasonable for a hybrid.
Very nice thorough review. I've had my Ioniq Hybrid Limited for about 6 weeks now, and still loving it. Being in Canada, there a few different features on each trim level and overall.
Just out of curiosity, in your 0 to 60 test, did you have the car in Eco or Sport mode? I haven't actually done a 0 to 60 test myself in my car, but I do notice a huge power difference when I switch it into Sport; the car literally becomes a different beast. I usually only use it when I need to cut into traffic or to accelerate from a stop up small hills. So I was just wondering what the 0 to 60 difference is between Sport and Eco mode, if you knew.
Great review, Alex! I just recently reviewed the all-new Ioniq, as well! I was very impressed with its performance! Offering great space, material quality, and efficiency.
You did an impeccable job showing off this vehicle. Keep up the great work, AoA! 👍🏽
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Shameless self promotion of your channel, well done.
Thanks so much Alex. I've been waiting for this review. The one thing you specifically mentioned was the space under the cargo floor that can accommodate a spare tire. This is so important to me that I will not buy a car without a spare tire, or at least space for one under the floor. I watched many video reviews of the Hyundai Ioniq that skipped right over that feature. I even sent email to Hyundai Customer Service who (unbelievably) said there isn't room for a spare. Go figure.
We are on our second Prius. They are great cars but Toyota is taking them in directions that I don't like. We didn't buy the latest model but found a new 2015 model so we wouldn't have to deal with the more recent models which I don't like. I was wondering what I would buy next as I don't think it will be a Prius.
I've always hated the centered gauge cluster of the Prius. I'm glad to see the traditional gauges of the Ioniq. I also hate the new white accents inside the latest Prius. I also don't like that Toyota knocked about 2" off the height of the car and designed a more laid back driver's seat because of the loss of height. I prefer a more vertical seating position and was attracted to the Kia Niro for that feature. I still need to know the seat height of the Ioniq and how the driver's position compares with the Prius.
Outside looks don't phase me much. That should be obvious due to the fact that I've purchased two Prius which aren't good looking cars. Still the Ioniq is eye catching and certainly beats the latest Prius mess.
I really feel I am ready to make the switch from Prius to Ioniq or less so perhaps the Niro.
Thanks again for your excellent reviews.
John Donaldson I love my Ioniq... could have bought a Prius but didn't for many of the reasons you mentioned. make the switch, you will enjoy it more and save some cash!
super review on a vehicle I did not know about. This is the first Hybrid I am now interested in. Thanks.
Went to the Hyundai dealer last week. Nice car, full of options. Bought a Prius the next day.
Can you explain your choice ? I've come to Toyota dealer, I saw the price of Prius, then Toyota and saw it was at least 5k euro less for same options . I'm not rich, so I think I'll take the the ioniq :)
Hi,
Price difference in my country is not so huge. Prius has more space in the front and back, better all round visability, better seats, more comfortable ride, and it doesn't look like a normal car. Ioniq looks almost boring to me. To much like a normal car. Interior design could be from a 15 year old car. At last, the prius has proven itself as a very reliable car. That's why i chose the prius.
😄👍
I enjoy your cabin Noise ratings Alex! Thank you!
I took the time and effort to deaden/reduce the noise in my Ioniq. It was quite a bit of work but worth it to me.
Everything from Hyundai is great we have Accent 2008 (no problems so far) and the Santa Fe XL 2017 and it is very comfortable. Great quality for the price!
I have the hybrid model.
And it gets really good gas mileage during warmer weather.
In warm/hot weather I get 66-70 mpg.
In cold weather I get 57-60 mpg.
I also increase the tire pressure to 38 lbs
I refuel it once every 7-8 days in warmer weather.
And once in 5 days in cold weather.
This is based on my commute on flat roads at
average speed of 60-65 mph
And my mileage is totaled 104 miles per day.
It’s an awesome vehicle!
thanks for the great content. glad to hear the ioniq is this good
Great review. Wow. The Prius dethroned
Brilliant review. You provide extraordinary details and outstanding observations. You have got to be the best automotive reviewer on CZcams, without a single doubt.
Really impressed with Hyundai's achievements of late. The Ioniq really proves they aren't behind leading hybrid cars producer, Toyota. Not only that, the Ioniq is a lot nicer to the eye with it's much nicer interior and exterior styling. We now need to watch and see how Hyundai will prove they're just as reliable as the Prius.
Your review was pretty much right on target. Only error I spotted is that you said that the base trim is the only one with 15" tires. Actually the base and LED models both have 15" tires. Only the Limited has 17" tires!
Irv Haas You're correct... but its actually the SEL trim and not LED.
Thank you for this review Alex. I am actually looking to lease a new vehicle, and have been thinking along the lines of the Ioniq and the Kia Niro. This is a very helpful review! Now on to the Niro review.
$2500 more for a Prius, that would explain why the sales continue to drop. The styling didn't help either. Also the lack of AA & ACP.
-.- Cat I didn’t know a loaf of bread has headlights.
But it comes with more standard stuff like led headlights and toyota safety sense
You ever replaced LED headlights when they burn-out? Almost $1000. That feature is a disadvantage
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@@electrictroy2010 You might want to check the veracity of that statement with a simple online search. Not even close.
I love it how Alex on Autos states the dB cabin noise level as a spec. vastly missing in other channels...
This was a great review, but I'm disappointed you didn't include the Prius V, but included the C Max.
Thanks a lot for this great comparative review. I love your channel
Ioniq hybrid is the Best car of 2017-2018! The only drawback is a long waiting time (currently) from the factory as the sales popularity has surpassed production capability. :)
solid video, im convinced. will test drive this week.
Thanks Alex for this informative and detailed review of the Ioniq Hybrid.
This vehicle, with the excellent fuel mileage and attractive price-point, may be the only compact car that could get me out of my '17 Impreza which returns an average of 28.7 mpg only!
A very interesting review, Alex. Makes a rather convincing argument in favor of the Ioniq over any of the orther hybrids of similar size.
Came here from your q60 red sport review, awesome video! new sub time
As an Korean guy: This is my vehicle Alex.
Really thorough reviewer and I just bought the plug in hybrid, can’t wait until it arrives.
This is soooooooooo much more attractive than the Priius, both inside and out.
Great review! So much to like about the car, including the ability to put a small spare in the rear :)
So it's the best in a class of car i have 0 interest in owning. Excellent review as always, Alex :D
Alex, you consistently note excellent braking performance on all variants of the Ioniq, but other journalists (for Car/Driver and Consumer Reports) observed worst-in-class brake performance. Do you have an idea why there may be such a discrepancy between different tests?
I find the braking very good.
Best and honest review i've seen about the Ioniq. Thank you
Ok. Ok. Hitting the dealership today. Thank you. :)
Thanks for making this video. It's 2019 and this is the car I'm going to buy! :)
Hyundai is refreshing the exterior and the interior for 2020 if you care about that.
thank you for your excellent review
Awesome review, sir
Excellent review. I am holding on buying until the Ioniq plugin hybrid is released and also until I hear your review and comparison with the Chevy volt. Thanks for the review! 🙏
Excellent review. Thanks
Thank you for your super in depth well researched review I greatly appreciate it!!
For those worried about reliability, Hyundai backs this car with a 10 year 100000 mile warranty, 60000 basic warranty, free 5 years roadside assistance and a lifetime hybrid battery warranty. Does the ugly little prius offer any of those things?
10 yr./100K power train warranty
Lifetime lithium battery warranty!
There's a reason why that warranty is long and I think you know why
@@WAN2TREE4 So, you're saying you want to buy a lithium battery? My mom had to for her Prius. I'll take the Hyundai lifetime lithium battery warranty any day.
I have a fleet of 8 Toyota Prius vehicles for my company. We put on approximately 1 million kilometers a year combined. None have broke down over the past 3 years. I'll stick with the Prius.
best review that ive ever seen! greetings from Turkey
Driving my ioniq right now and just discovered the lumbar button. Never knew that was there. Thanks
excellent review, Alex.
Excellent Review. I especially appreciated the comparison to other compact cars. We have been looking for a comparable replacement for our Passat TDI which is no easy task, especially when it comes to cabin/trunk space, overall interior width and the extraordinary rear seat leg room. We just test drove the IoniQ and was surprisingly impressed with how immediately comfortable we felt. In many ways it was similar to our TDI. With two boys and large baseball equipment bags it seems like the Ioniq has enough trunk space to accommodate. The major con you did not talk about is the visibility. Our Passat is already poor because of the low roof line and headrests but the Ioniq is just as bad, maybe worse. The backup camera was obviously a must to compensate for the rear visibility which is probably why it comes standard. Also, the cross traffic warning is a must with the back window and rear visibility. Overall, the Ionic was surprisingly fun to drive and the sport mode really made a difference. The dual gear transmission is what makes this car great over any car with a CVT transmission.
After 1000 miles on my 2017 Prius 2, I'm averaging 65 mpg. It really depends on how you drive the car as well. Both cars are have their pros and cons I'm sure. At the end, it comes down to personal preference.
Car ownership is about personal preference? You don't say?
I got the 2018 Prius prime and I was just wondering what mode are you driving in, for me my commute to work and back is 25 miles round trip so I always just stay in the ev mode.
Excellent review, covers everything. I totally agree. Finally a proper review that compares side by side and don't pick a vehicle because personal preference or because it is incline to a favorite brand but just base the judgment by facts.
Excellent Review. Now you need to do a video for the 2019 Ioniq. You, Rock!
Excellent video review!! That Ioniq sounds like a big winner.
Something to seriously consider, thank You! This is absolutely a wonderfully comprehensive review.
I will subscribe to your channel very informative! 😊
awesome review with great amount of useful info as always. seems like its time to do review request attempts with this channel like a gaming channel lol. 1st Attempt can we please do an Audi S4 Alex?
You left no stone unturned. Great review.
extraordinary auto review channel! appreciate the video. it covered everything i wanted to know.
Always excellent reviews! Could you possibly add in crash test ratings more often? That would be much appreciated.
I only put $15 worth of gas on my 2016 Prius and it lasts me 2-3 days with doing Lyft all day everyday.
Give it a try with your ioniq :) let's see how many days it will last
Let's see how long the cars last, not as long as the Prius.
This is my next car thanks to your very detailed review. Having room for a doughnut spare tire was the deciding factor for me.
I like this more than the Prius. Although, you can't argue with the reliability of Toyotas. Hyundai is good, but I would be skeptical about how dependable this car really is...
Well, per Consumer Reports 2016 reliability survey of 29 car brands, Lexus/Toyota ranked #1 & #2, Kia #5, and Hyundai #7. Not bad. Better than most Japanese brands.
cadsux Also, According to JD Powers 2016 Initial Quality Ratings. Kia was #1, Porsche #2, Hyundai #3, and Toyota was #4. www.jdpower.com/press-releases/2016-us-initial-quality-study-iqs
lets not for get prius and prius c have both been considered by CR to be the most reliable cars in the subcompact and compact category. modern hyundais are vastly improved from what I hear, but only time will tell whether they are truly reliable.
No one disputes that, but Hyundai/Kia has made great strides in less time than Toyota did. Toyota began in 1937, started selling in the U.S. in 1957, while Hyundai Motors in began 1967, started selling in the U.S. in 1986. Now Hyundai/Kia is the 3rd largest automaker in the world, just behind VW & Toyota/Lexus. The Genesis brand, est 2016 is starting out very much like Lexus did back in 1989. I wish the Corolla, RAV4 & 86 was offered in leather trim!
One huge plus is that Hyundai offers a lifetime warranty for the battery, which is a longterm concern for most hybrid owners.
ALEX, which would you choose the Niro or this????
MURRAYsaysHI I choose the Ioniq over the Niro because of superior cargo space, better battery warranty, and much better fuel economy. only get the Niro if you really need a cross over form factor. The Ioniq is much better in my opinion.
thanks
I drove both. While the Niro is really not a bad car, it didn't excite me in any way. Also the buttons (steeringhweel / center console) felt a bit cheap. Then there's styling ... The nose just doesn't look "right", but that is personal ofcourse. Also let's not forget that the Niro is more expensive, heavier and has a smaller cargo space. The Ioniq suprised me in every aspect. I loved it. I couldn't believe this car does everything very well within it's price range. The only things I didn't like are:
* Weird foot parking brake as 3rd mini-pedal
* Steering feels a bit too light for my taste
I could name a few options that you would expect on the limited (like auto-parking and traffic sign recognition), but honestly that doesn't bother me much. For this price the Ioniq is fantastic. It's my new car for the next four years.
MURRAYsaysHI niro for sure.
I drove the Niro and was immediately turned off. My wife and I just drove the Ioniq last night and we both felt immediately comfortable. We were both surprised. Our biggest challenge was finding a replacement for our VW TDI which is no easy task because of the cavernous leg room and trunk space as well as handling and diesel torque. Although a step down from the TDI, this may be the first option we like with reasonable cabin space and trunk room.