HYUNDAI: The Dark Horse Overtaking Legacy Auto
Tracked models
4
Average range
240 mi
Tax-credit models
0
The Good
- » Striking, polarizing futuristic design (E-GMP Platform)
- » 800V Architecture means blazing fast 10-80% charging
- » Excellent ride quality and cabin quietness
The Bad
- » No wireless Apple CarPlay on top trims (until recent updates)
- » Dealership experiences can be hit or miss
- » No native access to Superchargers (yet)
The Hyundai Motor Group (which includes Kia and Genesis) completely blindsided the industry with their E-GMP platform. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 and Kia EV6 are widely regarded as some of the most complete, well-rounded electric vehicles on the market today.
The Selling Point: It comes down to the 800-volt architecture. Most competitors (including Tesla) run on 400V systems. When plugged into a capable 350kW DC fast charger, a Hyundai or Kia can go from 10% to 80% battery in just 18 minutes. For road trippers, that's just enough time to hit the restroom and grab a coffee.
Tracked HYUNDAI Models
Full Electric
Hyundai Ioniq 5
$41,800Range
303 mi
Efficiency
3.4 mi/kWh
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Full Electric
Hyundai Ioniq 6
$37,500Range
361 mi
Efficiency
4.2 mi/kWh
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Plug-in Hybrid
Hyundai Tucson PHEV
$38,700Range
33 mi
Efficiency
2.4 mi/kWh
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Full Electric
Hyundai Kona Electric
$32,675Range
261 mi
Efficiency
3.5 mi/kWh
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