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2019 Ioniq Electric trim level differences

The 2019 Hyundai Ioniq Electric is an electric vehicle offered in a hatchback body style and two trims: base, which comes pretty well-equipped, and the more generously optioned Limited. Both trims are propelled by the same 88-kW electric motor (118 horsepower, 218 pound-feet of torque) with a 28-kWh lithium-ion battery pack providing the energy for 124 miles of range. If you like the Ioniq Electric but need a car that uses gasoline, the mechanically similar Ioniq Plug-In Hybrid or Ioniq Hybrid (both reviewed separately) should suffice.

If you can live without the latest high-tech driving aids, then the base trim will suit you. Standard features include 16-inch alloy wheels, automatic headlights, LED daytime running lights and taillights, a rearview camera, heated side mirrors, keyless ignition and entry, automatic climate control, a leather-wrapped tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, heated height-adjustable front seats, and a 60/40-split folding rear seatback. You also get a 7-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration, Hyundai's Blue Link telematics system, and an audio system with satellite and HD radio, and USB and auxiliary input jacks.

An SAE combo DC fast charger is included and can operate at up to 100 kilowatts, charging the battery from zero to 80 percent in just 23 minutes. A full recharge from a 240-volt charger takes about 4.5 hours.

The Limited trim comes with everything above but swaps in xenon headlights and adds power-folding side mirrors with puddle lamps, chrome exterior trim, a sunroof, leather upholstery, a power-adjustable driver's seat, driver-seat memory settings, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, interior ambient lighting, and rear air vents. Infotainment upgrades include wireless device charging, a larger 8-inch touchscreen with navigation, and an eight-speaker Infinity audio system.

The Limited also comes standard with active safety features and driver aids, including automatic high-beam control, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning with lane keeping assist, and a driver attention monitor.

Which 2019 Ioniq Electric trim does Edmunds recommend?

The 2019 Hyundai Ioniq Electric has a reasonable starting price when you factor in its number of standard features and available state and federal tax credits. But we think it's worth paying extra and upgrading to the Limited. The price jump is steep, but the Limited's additional advanced safety features are worth getting.

Compare 2019 Ioniq Electric trims side-by-side

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Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
Navigation
Not Available
standard
Satellite radio
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
Not Available
standard
Parking assistance
Not available
Not available
Upholstery
cloth
leather
Heated seats
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not available
Not available
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
Sunroof
Not Available
standard
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Specifications

Specifications

Country of final assembly
N/A
N/A
Drivetrain
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
Engine power
118 hp
118 hp
Engine torque
218 lb-ft @ 0 rpm
218 lb-ft @ 0 rpm
Engine displacement
Not available
Not available
Engine configuration
Electric
Electric
Transmission
1-speed direct drive
1-speed direct drive
Tire size
205/55R16
205/55R16
Wheel size
16 X 6.5-in
16 X 6.5-in
Wheel type
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
Not applicable
Not applicable
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
150 / 122 / 136 MPGe
150 / 122 / 136 MPGe
Fuel Capacity
Not applicable
Not applicable
Driving Range (city/hwy)
See EPA Electricity Range
See EPA Electricity Range
Fuel Type
electric
electric
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Battery

Battery

EPA Electricity Range
124 mi.
124 mi.
EPA KWh / 100 mi.
25
25
Time To Charge Battery (At 240V)
4 hr.
4 hr.
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
34.8 ft.
34.8 ft.
Curb weight
3,164 lb.
3,185 lb.
Ground Clearance
5.5 in.
5.5 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
Overall Width without Mirrors
71.7 in.
71.7 in.
Height
57.1 in.
57.1 in.
Length
176.0 in.
176.0 in.
Wheelbase
106.3 in.
106.3 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
23.0 cu. ft.
23.0 cu. ft.
Cargo Space, Rear Seat Down or Removed
Front Head Room
39.1 in.
38.2 in.
Front Leg Room
42.2 in.
42.2 in.
Front Shoulder Room
56.1 in.
56.1 in.
Rear Head Room
37.4 in.
37.4 in.
Rear Leg Room
35.7 in.
35.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
55.0 in.
55.0 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
Not Available
Not Available
Average Cost Per Mile
Not Available
Not Available
Depreciation
Not Available
Not Available
Financing
Not Available
Not Available
Taxes & Fees
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Fuel
Not Available
Not Available
Insurance
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Maintenance
Not Available
Not Available
Repairs
Not Available
Not Available
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Colors

Colors

Interior
Charcoal Black, cloth
Charcoal Black, leather
Exterior
Intense Blue
Ceramic White
Symphony Air Silver
Black Noir Pearl
Intense Blue
Ceramic White
Symphony Air Silver
Black Noir Pearl