2021 Hyundai Ioniq Electric Review





2021 Hyundai Ioniq Electric Review
What's new
- Available wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Part of the first Ioniq Electric generation introduced for 2017
2021 Hyundai Ioniq Electric EV Insights
Estimated Range Based on Age
Charging

EV Battery Warranty
EV Tax Credits & Rebates
- Restrictions:
Under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) offers taxpayers a Used Clean Vehicle Tax Credit equal to 30% of the sale price up to a maximum credit of $4,000 for the purchase of a used plug-in electric or hydrogen fuel cell vehicle. Beginning January 1, 2024, Clean Vehicle Tax Credits may be initiated and approved at the point of sale at participating dealerships registered with the IRS. Dealers will be responsible for submitting Clean Vehicle Tax Credit information to the IRS. Buyers are advised to obtain a copy of an IRS "time of sale" report, confirming it was submitted successfully by the dealer. Not every version of the vehicle models will necessarily qualify. Please check with the dealer/seller to determine the eligibility of your specific vehicle.
For the vehicle to qualify:
- Price cannot exceed $25,000.
- Need to verify the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
- Must be at least two model years older than the current calendar year in which the vehicle was purchased.
- Must be sold through a dealership, private sales not permitted.
- Not have already been transferred after August 16, 2022, to a qualified buyer.
For individuals to qualify:
- Must meet income eligibility, depending on modified adjusted gross income (AGI) and tax filing status.
- Must not be the first owner of the qualifying vehicle.
- Has not been allowed a credit under this section for any sale during the 3-year period ending on the date of the sale of such vehicle.
- Purchased for personal use, not a business, corporation or for resale.
To learn more, visit https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/used-clean-vehicle-credit
- Restrictions: Edmunds is partnering with Treehouse, an independent provider of home EV installation services. Edmunds visitors receive a $100 discount when they contract with Treehouse for their home charger installation. Discount excludes permit, hosted inspection, and load management devices. Valid for 30 days.
To learn more, visit https://treehouse.pro/edmundsdiscount/
Cost to Drive
Am I Ready for an EV?
- EV ownership works best if you can charge at home (240V outlet)
- Adding a home charging system is estimated to cost $1,616 in
- Edmunds is partnering with Treehouse, an independent provider of home EV installation services. Learn more about the installation services partnership
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Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $33,245 |
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EV Tax Credits & Rebates | $4,100 |
Engine Type | Electric |
EPA Electric Range | 170 miles |
Cost to Drive | $49/month |
Total Charging Time (240V) | 5.8 hours |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 23.0 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Warranty | 5 years / 60,000 miles |
EV Battery Warranty | 10 years / 100,000 miles |
Safety
Our experts like the Ioniq Electric models:
- Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go
- Detects the vehicle ahead and maintains a safe following distance. Can come to a full stop and resume cruise in heavy traffic.
- Forward-Collision Avoidance Assist
- Applies brakes automatically if a collision with a vehicle or pedestrian is deemed imminent.
- Blind-Spot Collision Warning
- Detects when a vehicle is in a blind spot or approaching from the side while reversing and provides an audible and a visual alert.
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