The 2020 Hyundai IONIQ Electric is not brand new, but the update brought a larger battery and extended real-world range in a way that changes the ownership calculation. It is an efficient, aerodynamic hatchback designed from the ground up for electric running, which gives it an efficiency advantage over converted-platform EVs.
Simone reviews the updated IONIQ Electric with the daily-driver question in mind. The range improvement is the headline. Charging on CCS is now faster than earlier versions of the car. The cabin is calm and well-laid-out for a daily commuter. The regenerative braking is adjustable and works naturally after a short adjustment period.
The IONIQ Electric sits at the affordable end of the dedicated EV segment. It is efficient, practical, and honest. In a market where EV choices were still limited in early 2020, it was one of the stronger arguments for making the switch. The IONIQ 6 has since arrived to carry the torch, but the original still makes sense for buyers chasing efficiency over range.
The full review is on the CarTell.tv YouTube channel above.
