Hyundai has provided
more details about the facelifted Ioniq family of electrified models. Chief among the updates is a
bigger battery for the Ioniq Electric which ditches the old 28 kWh unit for a
new 38.3 kWh pack that enables a longer driving range. According to Hyundai,
the Ioniq Electric can now travel for 294 km on a single charge
(internal target under WLTP regulations).
Another upgrade is a 7.2-kW onboard charger
replacing the current 6.6-kW charger for Type 2 AC charging. Using a 100-kW
fast-charging station, the battery can reach 80 percent charge in as little as
54 minutes. As before, the electric motor delivers 136 PS and 295 Nm of torque.
As for the Ioniq Hybrid and Ioniq Plug-in, they
continue to feature the Kappa 1.6-liter GDI four-cylinder gasoline engine rated
at 105 PS and 147 Nm. The Ioniq Hybrid adds a permanent
magnet electric motor delivering 43.5 PS and 170 Nm of torque. The motor is fed electricity by a 8.9 kWh lithium-ion-polymer
battery.
The Ioniq Plug-in features a more powerful motor
that makes 60.5 PS and 170 Nm of torque, powered by
a bigger lithium-ion-polymer battery with 15.6 kWh capacity. EV range is
estimated at 52 km.
The new Ioniq family also adds more tech including
Blue Link connectivity services, SmartSense safety pack, and a new infotainment
system. Thanks to embedded telematics, Blue Link enables drivers of Ioniq
Electric to remote start and stop, while all models now allow remote lock or
unlock, as well as air conditioning control via a smartphone app. For Ioniq
Plug-in or Ioniq Electric, the technology also allows remote battery status
check. Another new addition is the optional Audio Video Navigation system
with a 10.25-inch split touchscreen and Multi-Bluetooth function.
For the new model year, the Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid and
Plug-in models gain a redesigned mesh-type radiator grille while the Ioniq
Electric now features a distinctive pattern on the closed grille. All models
also offer an updated front bumper, redesigned LED DRLs and LED headlights and
taillights, and new wheel designs.
Inside, the Hyundai Ioniq gains a redesigned HVAC
control panel with a glossy finish, blue ambient lighting, and other subtle
touches. The 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid and Plug-in will arrive in European
dealerships in July 2019, followed by the Ioniq Electric in September 2019.
