Hyundai Ioniq Electric 28kWh (2017-2020) - all you need to know type review

This video isn't really a full review of the car, but more about the detail and figures that other normal car reviews miss. Sorry its a bit long, but hopefully some will find it useful if looking to buy a Hyundai Ioniq Electric 28kWh model. It would have been longer if I hadn't messed up the recording!
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[@kairikkola]

This summer my best day was 8.3 kWh per 100 km. After 72 km of driving, I still got 80 % battery left. Small city driving, local roads. That means 360 km one charge possibility. 28 Ionic is the most efficient car ever. My previous i3 wasn't that good.

[@kemering]

I don’t “thumbs up” good videos often, but when I do… Excellent video. You answered all the questions I had👍👍👍

[@GoGreenAutos]

Thanks. Glad it helped. To see other Hyundai Ioniq EV videos, see the playlist kzbin.info/aero/PLW0oq-rvufntC8Qk6ONQjJ7nncwqhp9LL

[@vdcg2010]

Wow, this is the most informative and thorough review of the Ionic, thank you!! 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@GoGreenAutos]

Thanks.

[@LazyDog191]

Great review. I just purchased a 2017 Ioniq Ultimate trim. It is being delivered to my home tomorrow. I live in Riverside Ca. and I am so looking forward to driving this car here. Lots of charging stations so range no longer an issue. Your video was a big help in my decision.. Thanks so much for taking the time to develop this video...

[@thecrow3461]

4:20 i think charge ports at the front are horrible and it would be a dealbreaker for me. Not only do i hate parking in nose first, i probably wouldn't even be able to put the car in my carport that way since its a pretty tight turn and the charge point is at the back of the carport. Otherwise great review.

[@beaglebrigade]

I want to thank you for all the videos on this model. I was looking for a used EV less than $20,000 USD and was considering this and an e-Golf. I purchased a 2019 Ioniq, as the features included could not be topped. Your channel helped convince me of the value with this model. There are some high profile car reviewers here in the states that claim the current EVs are disposable cars, like mobile phones, but the value of these 2017-2020 models proves otherwise.

[@GoGreenAutos]

Thanks. I'm glad you've found the videos useful. There's so much misinformation out there and so much negativity against EVs. Of course, the vast majority of it is wrong, lies and deliberate attempts to delay the uptake, even though the majority of spreaders of this misinformation seem to believe its facts. Anyway, the Ioniq is a great EV and still one of the world's most efficient EVs. If you can charge on cheap electricity (or even better, solar) then it also free to run. We still run one for about £150 year to do 10,000 miles.

[@EnmandsBand1]

thanks a lot, this is just what I needed considering the change from petrol to the Ioniq

[@adrianpilkington9839]

I have watched a few of your videos now on the Ioniq. These are great cars and the videos very informative, especially this one. I'm going to by an Ioniq in the next month or so. I would be happy to buy one from Go Green Autos - there is one major obstacle to this, I live in Auckland, New Zealand.

[@GoGreenAutos]

Sorry, don't deliver that far !

[@badshotuk72]

Fantastic informative video, I never considered an Ioniq for a my shortlist of an EV purchase, what a fantastic car and seemingly good value too

[@GoGreenAutos]

They're the best EV for the money! Plenty of Ioniq videos on the channel if you want to learn more, so have a look at the playlist kzbin.info/aero/PLW0oq-rvufntC8Qk6ONQjJ7nncwqhp9LL

[@pianielsen1153]

Thanks for the fine review. I am changing my old car. But I still do not know if I want an EV or Hydrid - but it will for sure be an Ioniq.

[@jits1]

Thanks for this great review.

[@harrybartlett4020]

Great video, great info many thanks.

[@MischaESC2]

Very, VERY informative! Great content here, earned another subscription.

[@GoGreenAutos]

👍

[@Estep16]

Brilliant video, thank you so much!

[@GoGreenAutos]

Glad it was helpful

[@BlueArden_X]

Great review! 👍👌

[@computerbob06]

I think this would be my perfect EV, if only it could be preheated on the traction battery alone! I cannot plug in at home, here in North Wales and so in the winter it would be great to sacrifice a few miles, for a nice warm car in the morning!

[@cybermatte]

Thank you! Really helped.

[@RickardEB]

18:26 With the same button you use to deactivate the parking sensors you can activate them without selecting reverse first.

[@GoGreenAutos]

Thank you. I've been driving the Ioniq for more four months and never realised that.

[@lesvosace602]

@@GoGreenAutos same on every car

[@deancary6676]

That was 37 well spent minutes. Thank you so much. So much so that I've subscribed. I've been thinking about a potential replacement for my 2010 JDM Suzuki Swift and had considered a Nissan Leaf before rejecting it on account of the lack of proper cooling for the electrics. This car seems to fit the bill and I very much like the liftback styling. I find the current SUV trend unpalatable... sorry all you "Norms" out there.

[@GoGreenAutos]

You'll be very happy with an Ioniq. They're the best EV out there for the money.

[@backwoodsbungalow9674]

Thanks for your insights on the Ioniq with the experience of an owner. At 16:00 the rust starting to appear under the 12 volt accessory battery is disappointing.

[@tommoger]

If it helps to know my 2016 Ioniq is as new under the hood, no sign of rust at all. Could down to where in the country this one has lived I.e. close to the sea

[@Mustangboss76]

Great video, very informative. I'm looking at changing our diesel auris & getting an ev. The ioniq is ticking all of the box's & thanks to your videos it looks like the 28kw is the one. I recently watched your video in regards to the coolant issues with the 38kw,thanks to you I wouldn't of known 👌.

[@GoGreenAutos]

Glad they helped.

[@terryrigden4860]

Thank you very informative

[@pete9b]

Very informative video, thanks for sharing!!......

[@UdiShvekey]

This is an awesome review! thank you very much. One question though - how much current (in amps) can you run through to the car? and does going over 7.2kw increase charging speeds? Thanks!

[@GoGreenAutos]

The onboard AC charger is single phase and 6.6kW/30A. On DC, it charges up to 69kW (if there charger supports that).

[@verygoodbrother]

A charge port on the front means you can't reverse park which is the safer way to park

[@GoGreenAutos]

Yes, but its then more accessible and easier to reach with short DC charge cables. I've had vehicles with both front, rear and side charge ports and fronts are far better. You often can't park on the right side of the charge and its only front ports that sometimes are close enough.

[@ohyesitsme]

@@GoGreenAutos Charge ports on the front are not so good if you happen to have a front end shunt with the possibility not being able to open the charge port or even worse to be totally damaged.

[@keithforster2615]

Thank you for this really informative review. I'm making a comparison between the 2017 Ioniq and the 40kw leaf. I think I'm swaying towards the Ioniq.

[@GoGreenAutos]

I would. The Ioniq is a far better vehicle with considerably better battery life.

[@mrspeigle1]

Seconding green autos here, theres an argument to be made for the 2018 leaf but the 17 doesn't compare and as has been noted the active thermal management system is the clutch.

[@DragonWarzone]

Great video 👍

[@GoGreenAutos]

Thank you.

[@chrisphillips1948]

Thanks, I enjoyed watching that. Very informative. I would love to know your opinion on something. I value comfort and refinement/ride quality above all else. What would you say is best between the Ionic and the Soul? I've driven the Soul and was impressed. Haven't had a chance to test an Ionic yet.

[@GoGreenAutos]

I would say the Ioniq has the slight edge. The Soul is mighty impressive in terms of ride quality. Possibly its slightly more firm and engaging. But the Ioniq is setup for slightly more comfort and is excellent. Both are better than the Leaf & Zoe in these respects.

[@chrisphillips1948]

@@GoGreenAutos Thank you Matt. Really helpful. I agree re the competition. The Korean cars are a much better option imo.

[@fiftyphonkartist]

how is the speaker in the car?

[@elias-frihet]

What about roof rack? My dealer days it is not allowed. Allowed by whom? What happens if I mount one anyway?

[@tv175s3]

although driving an EV, I don"t know these Ionics very well, but now I know more than an avarage salesman.

[@GoGreenAutos]

Ask a salesman the battery size and the motor power - that will get them confused with their kilowatts!

[@blackhoundrise8431]

Very informative and currently looking to buy one. On average, how much would standard servicing cost? Thanks

[@GoGreenAutos]

If in the UK, get Cleevley EV Mobile to come to you to service. I think its about £180, which if so, its about the same as a main dealer service but for more convenient.

[@infernovideo]

16:28 Great info on the 12 volt battery! 26:48 Do level 1, 2 & 3 regeneration all turn the brake lights on? Thanks

[@infernovideo]

PS. In Canada you don't want the charge port on the front due to ice freezing in the winter. This is a major problem for Kona and Nero EV owners. Thanks again for the detailed review. I'm likely going to try and pick one up used.

[@GoGreenAutos]

Yes, brake lights on come on all EVs when slowing down on regen.

[@tommoger]

Brake lights activate in stage 2 and 3 regen

[@decimal1815]

Love the front charge point on the Leaf. Rear / side port would really annoy me!

[@GoGreenAutos]

Its something you get used too. I used to favour front charge ports and as my early EVs had those. But then after driving Ioniqs and Teslas for the last 4 years, I'd favour a rear side port now. It has also the advantage of working at a Tesla Supercharger (see kzbin.info/www/bejne/bqDJooFqYsaEbK8) where the cables are short and designed for that port location.

[@mikecollins1656]

Excellent informative review. Quick question on the preheating of the cabin, is it easy to setup and change and does it work well?

[@GoGreenAutos]

Very easy. All done on the touch screen. No app with the 28kWh Ioniq. It works well, however preconditioning only works if the car is plugged in.

[@AzizIzgin]

@@GoGreenAutos why does it have to be plugged? Maybe hard to answer but nowadays everybody wants to be able to preheat before you reach the car so one can easily take off… So now one has to turn on the car and then turn on the heating I guess. Well… one can’t get everything

[@GoGreenAutos]

@@AzizIzgin So it does the pre-conditioning while plugged in and therefore retaining 100% battery charge for your journey.

[@judebrown4103]

@@GoGreenAutos Hi Matt, we're unlikely to be able to plug in at home, at least at first so my question is this... I would like to be able to set a timer to defrost the windscreen and warm up the interior, when you say "preconditioning" is it this that it cannot do if its not plugged in? I'd been given to understand that this is called "preheating" whereas "preconditioning" is the car warming up the traction battery ready for charging, I believe. Be a shame if it cannot do the former as that is what I'm looking forward to most, no more ice scraping in the freezing cold! If this is what you meant then I shall contact our Green local Councillor who assures me that a charger will be put into our designated parking area if and when it's needed. In our case that will be autumn '24 so I'll be in touch around then to see if you can get hold of one of these for us I think.

[@GoGreenAutos]

@@judebrown4103 Yes the Ioniq will only do "preheating" if its plugged in.

[@The_Northerner]

Would you recommend buying the 2017 model used today, or is it definitely worth it to spend more and get the 2018 or 2019 model? The 2017 model is more in my budget, but of the 2018 or 2019 models are significantly better, I might go for those.

[@GoGreenAutos]

If the 28kWh is within your budget, go for it. Its an excellent EV. The 38kWh gives you more range and a larger infotainment screen, but apart from that, its very similar.

[@alkers]

Is there any guidance about charging these to full every night? We have early am starts so need preheating, which only works when plugged in. Typical daily commute is only 70km, is it not bad for the car to be charging to full again each day?

[@GoGreenAutos]

No, absolutely fine to fully charge every night. See my comments at the end of this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/onaagpqPgbNmesU

[@Mickster428]

What’s the warranty on theses cars how many years/miles was thinking of buying one as a taxi ??? Oh and great vid thx just subscribed 👍

[@GoGreenAutos]

Hyundai Ioniq Electric has a 5 year unlimited mileage warranty with 5 year roadside assistance. The traction battery is covered for 8 years/125,000 miles. However, you better check if there's an exclusion for taxis, as I have a feeling there is.

[@sib4897]

@@GoGreenAutos This is from the UK Hyundai website today, which indicates only 12 months roadside assistance: Your Hyundai is eligible for all the benefits of Hyundai Roadside Assistance for 12 months from the date of first registration*, providing free, 24 hour roadside assistance anywhere in the UK or Channel islands with Onward Travel cover included to get you home if your car can’t be fixed at the roadside*. * From July 1st 2018. † Onward Travel excludes light commercial vehicles and cars for taxi or private hire usage.

[@GoGreenAutos]

@@sib4897 Manufacturer's keep changing covers on different year models. See the 25th page in the 2017 Ioniq brochure here drive.google.com/file/d/1xK63UZKjm8eSWyofpVdYMNN75YkgdPF2/view 5 year warranty with 5 year roadside. Also taxis have 5 year/100,000 warranty too.

[@sib4897]

@@GoGreenAutos Acknowledged Matt, seems a retrograde step from Hyundai to drop the roadside assistance after year one for newer cars. Similarly Renault started with a 4 year warranty, then 3, now 5, it's no wonder buyers get confused!

[@davidsworld5837]

if on a road high speed no traffic lights etc which would be better gen 1 or gen 0 to get the best mileage since gen 1 provides resistance so will slow you down over gen 0 nothing what is better the regen gained by the system over pure coasting how many items are stored in the history is it something that can be cleared if doing a trip and looked at in stages like between stops

[@Alex-tj1zo]

Coasting is better then regen (when possible) . History can be cleared if so desired.

[@rodfulford4306]

Ive seen many ev reviews on here but none mention car insurance, any ideas ?

[@GoGreenAutos]

Insurance is a very personal thing, so it's difficult to make broad comments about it as there's so many variables. We've found insuring our Ioniq to be very reasonable.

[@redpillnibbler4423]

Been looking at buying a 2017-2019 Renault Zoe,any thoughts? It’s mostly country lanes here,I guess the Ioniq is a bigger car and more expensive?

[@GoGreenAutos]

The Ioniq is twice as good as a Zoe, but Zoes are also great cars.

[@redpillnibbler4423]

@@GoGreenAutos Thanks 👍

[@Johnwillbegone]

Ionics out of my league. I am looking to buy my first ev. I'm thinking 2016 Nissan leaf or 2016 Kia Soul. The more I look..the more unsure I become. Any thoughts, opinions would be greatly appreciated. I have to make a decision soon.

[@GoGreenAutos]

The Kia Soul is an excellent EV, with a far better powertrain than the Leaf.

[@redpillnibbler4423]

Renault Zoe?

[@christophersherrington5412]

2016 first model.

[@arangeofevs973]

I was just wondering whether you have noticed any deterioration in the battery since you filmed the video? Thank you

[@GoGreenAutos]

I've done many videos about battery life in the Ioniq, see kzbin.infosearch?query=ioniq Our own Ioniq (the blue one in this video) now has done over 100,000 miles and the battery is still at 100% SoH and I've proved this is correct and the usable capacity is still the same size.

[@arangeofevs973]

@@GoGreenAutos Thank you for the response. This is really good news for the ioniq specifically and EVs in general. Thank you for taking the time to do these videos. I will go through the back catalogue on your channel. I am really interested in whether you have a video on how you charge, home v rapid, that tolerance bands you use (20 - 80%) etc.

[@GoGreenAutos]

@@arangeofevs973 Not done a video on charging as you really don't need to worry about it. Just charge the car when you're not using it (for most that's while you sleep) and it charges to 100%. When on a trip, if you need to rapid charge it, then charge to 80-90%, but its fine to charge to 100% if you need it, but it takes longer so can be a waste of your time. A lot is said about looking after the battery and only use 20-80% but the reality is that it makes such a little difference, it's not measurable (and I've had many EVs with with over 100k miles too). The battery's BMS (battery management system) does this job for you, so you don't need to do anything other than plug it in. If it was a Tesla, then yes it would be different, but then they give you different battery controls to allow this limitation in charging. Every other EV, you just plug it in and walk away and not give it a thought. The pack also does a cell balancing routine when at 100% charged and charging on AC, so it needs to be charged to 100% to do this. I've seen vehicles where people don't do this, thinking they're doing the best for the pack and it can have a detrimental effect.

[@arangeofevs973]

@@GoGreenAutos Thank you once again. Your response is more helpful that trying to search through KZbin trying to find a reliable video.

[@AzizIzgin]

Isn’t it weird that I can’t sees the maximum charge limit on the battery? Just bought a classic 28 battery from 2018 and can’t really find that menu:( I spoke to the dealer today and they say that it doesn’t matter if I charge it to 100% every time I’m the slow charger at home..

[@GoGreenAutos]

That's right. It really doesn't matter. See this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/onaagpqPgbNmesU where I show our battery is still at 100% SoH after 89,000 miles and no care has been taken to look after the battery. Just charge to 100% and use it.

[@AzizIzgin]

@@GoGreenAutos 😍🤩🙏🏻🙏🏻👍🏻👌🏻

[@AzizIzgin]

@@GoGreenAutos question though… I am glad to hear the good news about charging routine for this battery. But how is it if the car stays at 100% for a few hours before I go to work? For example, I am currently charging outside my house now and the car says that it will be full in 5 hours at 03 am ish. This means that it will stay at 100% between 03-07:30 , that’s 4,5 hours. Is this ok?

[@GoGreenAutos]

@@AzizIzgin Yes that is perfectly fine. All you have to do is not leave the battery at 100% charge for long periods of time, like many days or weeks.

[@sniperjify]

There is no app for the 2017 ionic?

[@GoGreenAutos]

No they don't do one. But for be honest, I don't miss it. They're a bit hit or miss anyway.

[@sniperjify]

Go Green Autos Ltd thanks for the response!!🙂

[@FFVoyager]

'Ideally you want your charge port on the front'. 🤔 The positioning of the charge port on the front requires drivers to park 'nose in' to charge. This means that they have to reverse out, often into crowded car parks or, if at home, into the street. The reduced visibility and the arc taken by the front of the car while maneovuring both in and out of the space is more dangerous than reversing in and driving out. Ideally no cars would have their charge ports on the front. It is something that has put me off a lot of potential vehicles. The Ioniq is an excellent design and should be copied.

[@GoGreenAutos]

That is a valid point for those scenarios however I drive all sorts of EVs and would always favour a front centrally mounted charge port as the cables on rapid chargers can be too sort to reach of the port is on the side. The trouble is you can't guarantee you can park on the ideal side of the charger to suit your car.

[@FFVoyager]

@@GoGreenAutos I'm not sure that bad charger design should be used to encourage poor parking practice!

[@796ace]

Is a 129.000 mileage too high for this car or is it worth buying?

[@GoGreenAutos]

Is that an electric model then and not a hybrid? If so, then I'd say go for it. My own has done 75,000 miles and still like a new car.

[@796ace]

@@GoGreenAutos sorry should have specified. It would be a hybrid. 2017 model

[@GoGreenAutos]

@@796ace Normal combustion engine wear & tear applies then. If cheap enough, it would be a great buy.

[@pavici]

Is this the best used ev in your opinion?

[@GoGreenAutos]

Best EV under £25,000 (in the UK).

[@pavici]

@@GoGreenAutos they only have air cooling? What are some used evs that have liquid cooling except tesla and bmw?(that are affordable)

[@GoGreenAutos]

@@pavici Air cooling is sufficient and does the job.....particularly well in the Ioniq has these have great lasting packs. I've done videos on this channel about the battery life in the Ioniq. The majority of EVs have air cooling. Knowing which have water cooling is pretty difficult as the manufacturers don't tell you (or get it wrong!), so it requires looking underneath and taking the protective panels off. Or having two water bottles in the front is often the tell tell sign.

[@Antiorganizer]

It's too bad that Hyundai didn't do a 3rd gen Ioniq. The 5 and 6 are way too expensive to be in this budget league. The 5 and 6 should not have been called Ioniq. Ioniq should have lived on in the spirit as the 1st and 2nd gen.

[@polonc5]

Brilliant video, thank you!

[@GoGreenAutos]

Glad you found it useful. Plenty of other Ioniq videos on the channel, see kzbin.infosearch?query=ioniq