The 2020 Hyundai IONIQ Plug-In Hybrid pairs a 1.6 L petrol with an electric motor for a combined 104 kW and 265 Nm. The battery is sized to give around 60 km of official EV-only range, which covers most commutes without touching the petrol engine. For buyers not yet ready to commit to a full EV but wanting to cut fuel use, it sits in a practical middle ground.
Simone reviews the PHEV after a period of real-world use. The EV range works in the city. Highway driving falls back to the petrol with a smooth transition. The IONIQ's aerodynamic body shape helps efficiency at both ends. Charging from a standard power point is slow but functional. A wallbox at home transforms the ownership experience.
The IONIQ PHEV makes sense for buyers with a short commute, a home charger, and occasional longer drives. It does not make sense if you cannot plug in regularly, in which case the hybrid variant offers similar efficiency without the premium. A straightforward car for a straightforward brief.
The full review is on the CarTell.tv YouTube channel above.
