Safety ratings (from Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency)
Economy
Electrical energy consumed from the battery over a given distance.
Economy
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kWh/100 km
Economy
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km/kWh
Energy consumption is displayed on the dashboard and is re-calculated as you drive. It is different to the WLTP-rated consumption (which measures power from the mains).
This number is estimated by comparing the usable battery capacity against the WLTP range.
The maximum speed the EV can charge at home or a public AC charger.
An EV has a built-in charger that converts household AC electricity into DC current that goes into the battery.
This limits the maximum speed you can charge at home - no matter what extra equipment you install. Some public chargers (such as at motor camps and shopping malls) are also AC only.
Fast Charge ⚡
The maximum speed the EV can charge at a DC fast charger.
Speed is limited by the capacity of the charger.
In NZ, fast chargers are typically 25 kW, 50 kW, 100 kW, 175 kW, and 300 kW.
Cold temperatures and the vehicle's charging curve also dictate peak speed (i.e. a warm battery at a lower state-of-charge will charge quicker).
The IONIQ Electric debuted in NZ in late 2016. This first edition (model year 2017) had an 88 kW motor, a 28 kWh battery and around 230 km of range. The Series II edition appeared in 2019 with more range and power. The IONIQ has been a popular choice for fleet vehicles.
In addition to the base model is the Elite trim.
Previous Models
These model(s) are only available secondhand.
Hyundai IONIQ 28 kWh
2017-2019
The first generation of the fully electric Ioniq can be distinguished by its smaller 28 kWh battery and lower power (88 kW) than the later model.
Price
Used Price (est.)
$16,000+
Performance
0-100 km/h
9.9 s
Top Speed
165 km/h
Total Power
88 kW
Drive
Front Wheel Drive
Range & Efficiency
WLTP Consumption measures recharged electric energy from the mains (includes charging losses).
WLTP Range
200 km
Highway Range
153 km
WLTP Consumption
138 Wh/km
Charging Cost
$3.45/100 km
Battery & Charging
Battery
30.5 kWh / 28 kWh
Chemistry
NMC
V2L
-
AC speed (max)
6.6 kW
DC speed (max)
69 kW
Safety
Based on 2023 VSRR rating
Dimensions
Seats
5
Tow Rating
- / -
Boot Space
350 L / -
Frunk
-
Shape
Small Sedan
Length
4470 mm
Width
1820 mm
Height
1460 mm
Kerb Weight
1495 kg
Hyundai IONIQ 38 kWh
2019-2024
The Series II IONIQ Electric was a popular choice for fleet vehicles. It has a larger battery than the previous model and slightly more power (100 kW).
Price
Used Price (est.)
$23,000+
Performance
0-100 km/h
9.7 s
Top Speed
165 km/h
Total Power
100 kW
Drive
Front Wheel Drive
Range & Efficiency
WLTP Consumption measures recharged electric energy from the mains (includes charging losses).
WLTP Range
311 km
Highway Range
238 km
WLTP Consumption
138 Wh/km
Charging Cost
$3.45/100 km
Battery & Charging
Battery
40.4 kWh / 38.3 kWh
Chemistry
NMC
V2L
-
AC speed (max)
7.2 kW
DC speed (max)
44 kW
Safety
Based on 2023 VSRR rating
Dimensions
Seats
5
Tow Rating
- / -
Boot Space
350 L / -
Frunk
-
Shape
Small Sedan
Length
4470 mm
Width
1820 mm
Height
1460 mm
Kerb Weight
1527 kg
Sales Charts and Ranking
All Time
7
Last 12 months
18
The Hyundai IONIQ is the 7th best selling new fully electric vehicle (of all time) - in New Zealand.
Over the past 12 months, the Hyundai IONIQ was the 18th best selling new EV.