- For: Choice, warranty, high-spec
- Against: Dull to drive, conventional inside and out
- Verdict: Credible Prius rival
Hyundai has jumped on anti-diesel sentiment with its eco-friendly Ioniq.
There are hybrid, plug-in hybrid and all-electric versions on sale, each backed by an excellent five-year, unlimited mileage warranty.
Prices start from £23,000 for the Ioniq Hybrid, but this is the least impressive car of the trio. That said, it’s the most popular model in the UK, with buyers attracted by the promise of 78.5mpg and 85g/km CO2 emissions.
The Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid costs £7,000 more, and offers an all-electric range of 39 miles and CO2 emissions of 26g/km. For company car drivers, it makes a lot of sense, especially if their daily commute can be achieved solely on electric power.
The Ioniq Electric costs roughly the same and offers up to 194 miles of range. All feel very normal to drive, which is part of the appeal.
The Ioniq isn’t exciting or ground-breaking, but as an all-rounder it presents a compelling proposition.
KEY INFO
- Launched: 2016
- Facelifted: 2019
- Due for replacement: 2021