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Used 2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid Hatchback Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid is a compact hatchback with a hybrid powertrain and seating for five. The base Blue model is the most fuel-efficient of the group, with an EPA rating of 58 mpg combined compared to the other models' 55 mpg estimate. It's equipped with a few desirable features, including keyless entry and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The SEL doesn't cost much more and includes heated front seats and blind-spot monitoring among its upgrades. The top-trim Limited is a bit pricier but adds a ton of features, such as a sunroof, leather upholstery and xenon headlights.

Powering the Ioniq Hybrid is a 1.6-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine and a six-speed, dual-clutch automatic transmission. It's augmented by a electric motor fed by a lithium-ion battery pack. Total system output is 139 horsepower.

Standard features on Blue trims include 15-inch alloy wheels, automatic headlights, keyless entry and ignition, dual-zone automatic climate control, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, selectable driving modes, a driver information display, height-adjustable front seats, 60/40-split folding rear seats, a rearview camera, a 7-inch touchscreen interface, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration, Bluetooth, a USB port, and satellite and HD radio.

SEL trims add LED daytime running lights and taillights, heated side mirrors, an upgraded driver information display, steering-wheel-mounted shift paddles, heated front seats, a power driver seat (with two-way power lumbar), a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a charge-only USB port, a rear center armrest, and chrome interior and exterior accents. Blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert are also included. An optional Tech package for the SEL adds adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, and a lane departure and mitigation system.

On top of the SEL's features, the Limited trim adds 17-inch alloy wheels, a sunroof, xenon headlights, leather upholstery, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, LED cabin lighting and Hyundai's Blue Link telematics features. An optional Ultimate package includes the SEL's Tech package features as well as adaptive headlights, rear parking sensors, driver-seat memory settings, rear air vents, a cargo cover, wireless device charging, an Infinity eight-speaker sound system, navigation and an 8-inch touchscreen.

Which Ioniq Hybrid trim does Edmunds recommend?

The Blue trim sips less fuel than the others (its EPA combined rating is 58 mpg compared to other models' 55 mpg), but it's a little too lightly optioned for our tastes. And when you're talking about cars this fuel-efficient, 3 mpg really isn't much. If it were our money, we'd upgrade to the SEL. It's a small price jump (and just a few dollars more than a base Prius) to add a ton of features, including heated front seats, a power driver seat and blind-spot monitoring. The SEL's optional Tech package adds a few more driving aids.

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Anderson, SC
Vehicle
Ioniq Hybrid Blue
Ioniq Hybrid SEL
Ioniq Hybrid Limited
Vehicle
Blue
1.6L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6AM
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Limited
1.6L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6AM
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Features

Features

Features

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

Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
Engine power
139 hp
139 hp
139 hp
Engine torque
Not available
Not available
Not available
Engine displacement
1.6 l
1.6 l
1.6 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
inline 4
inline 4
Transmission
6-speed automated manual
6-speed automated manual
6-speed automated manual
Tire size
195/65R15
195/65R15
225/45R17
Wheel size
Wheel type
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
57 / 59 / 58 MPG
55 / 54 / 55 MPG
55 / 54 / 55 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
11.9 gal.
11.9 gal.
11.9 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
678 / 702 miles
655 / 643 miles
655 / 643 miles
Fuel Type
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
N/A
N/A
N/A
Curb weight
2,996 lb.
3,031 lb.
3,115 lb.
Ground Clearance
Overall Width with Mirrors
Overall Width without Mirrors
71.7 in.
71.7 in.
71.7 in.
Height
56.9 in.
56.9 in.
56.9 in.
Length
176.0 in.
176.0 in.
176.0 in.
Wheelbase
106.3 in.
106.3 in.
106.3 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
26.5 cu. ft.
26.5 cu. ft.
26.5 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
39.1 in.
39.1 in.
38.2 in.
Front Leg Room
42.2 in.
42.2 in.
42.2 in.
Front Shoulder Room
56.1 in.
56.1 in.
56.1 in.
Rear Head Room
37.4 in.
37.4 in.
37.4 in.
Rear Leg Room
35.7 in.
35.7 in.
35.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
55.0 in.
55.0 in.
55.0 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
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Average Cost Per Mile
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Depreciation
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Financing
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Taxes & Fees
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Fuel
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Insurance
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Maintenance
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Repairs
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Colors

Colors

Colors

Interior
Charcoal Black, cloth
Beige, cloth
Charcoal Black, cloth
Beige, cloth
Beige, leather
Charcoal Black, leather
Exterior
Symphony Air Silver
Summit Gray
Scarlet Red Pearl
Ceramic White
Electric Blue Metallic
Black Noir Pearl
Symphony Air Silver
Summit Gray
Scarlet Red Pearl
Ceramic White
Electric Blue Metallic
Black Noir Pearl
Symphony Air Silver
Summit Gray
Scarlet Red Pearl
Ceramic White
Electric Blue Metallic
Black Noir Pearl