Hyundai today introduced its redesigned eco-friendly IONIQ car lineup in a North American debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show. IONIQ Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid and Electric cars all receive refreshed exterior and interior designs, added infotainment technology and new Hyundai SmartSense™ active safety features and driving assistance systems.
Drivers of the new 2020 IONIQ Electric can also enjoy 170 miles of range thanks to an upgraded 38.3-kWh battery with 36% more energy capacity.
All 2020 IONIQ models also receive revised feature packaging because of all the product enhancements. IONIQ Hybrid with an EPA estimated 58 combined MPG remains the fuel economy leader for a non-plug-in vehicle. The new IONIQ Hybrid, Plug-in and Electric are available to customers now.
Since its launch in 2016, IONIQ has been the world’s first car planned from the start to offer three electrified powertrains – hybrid, plug-in hybrid and full electric. It was also Hyundai’s first alternative fuel vehicle engineered to provide outstanding efficiency while being fun-to-drive. For the 2020 model year, IONIQ has a new futuristic aerodynamic exterior and interior design. While new segment first features like Highway Driving Assist (optional) and Lane Following Assist (optional) make long trips less stressful and more comfortable.
When it comes to safety, all redesigned IONIQ models are equipped with a comprehensive Hyundai SmartSense technology package. This cutting-edge driver assistance system constantly monitors the environment around the car alerting drivers to potential hazards while on the road. This system includes standard Forward Collision Avoidance Assist, High Beam Assist and a Drivers Attention Warning.
Finally, Hyundai’s industry-exclusive Lifetime Hybrid/Electric Battery Warranty continues to give peace of mind for owners. The coverage expands the benefits of the Hyundai Assurance comprehensive warranty program, including a 10-year powertrain warranty. The Hyundai Lifetime Hybrid/Electric Battery Warranty ensures that if IONIQ’s Hybrid/Electric lithium-ion-polymer battery ever needs replacement, Hyundai will replace the battery and cover recycling costs for the old battery pack free-of-charge to the original owner.
2020 IONIQ Lineup Highlights
Powertrains
The new IONIQ Electric’s battery has been upgraded from 28 kWh to 38.3 kWh, meaning drivers can go even further between charges. It boasts 36% additional energy storage capacity, offering a total of 170 miles of estimated range. Its e-motor delivers 134 horsepower and 218 lb.-ft. of torque and is fitted standard with a 7.2-kW on-board charger – an upgrade from current 6.6-kW – for Type 2 AC charging. Using a 100-kW fast-charging station, the battery can reach 80% charge in as little as 54 minutes.
The new IONIQ Hybrid and IONIQ Plug-in both feature the known 1.6-liter GDI four-cylinder engine delivering 104 horsepower and 109 lb.-ft. of torque. IONIQ Hybrid’s permanent magnet electric motor delivers 32 kW with maximum torque of 125 lb.-ft., powered by a lithium-ion-polymer battery with 1.56 kWh of capacity positioned under the rear seats. The plug-in version’s electric motor delivers 45 kW (60 horsepower) with maximum torque of 125 lb.-ft., powered by an 8.9 kWh lithium-ion-polymer battery. The 1.6-liter GDI engine combined with the electric motor in IONIQ Hybrid delivers a total system output of 139 horsepower and up to 195 lb.-ft. of torque. The IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid model delivers a total system output of 156 horsepower and 195 lb.-ft. of torque.
IONIQ Hybrid Blue model still has an EPA-estimated 58 MPG combined rating, the highest rating of any non-plug-in vehicle sold in the U.S. market. Drivers choosing IONIQ Plug-in can safely rely on 29 miles of pure electric driving range powered by the 8.9 kWh battery pack.
Exterior design enhancements
- New mesh-type grille (HEV, PHEV)
- New distinctive pattern on the closed grille of the Electric
- New front and rear bumper fascias
- LED head, tail and daytime running lamps
- New wheel designs
- New side sill moldings
Interior design enhancements
- Available 10.25-inch widescreen Navigation system
- New center LCD information screen
- New upper and lower instrument panel
- New console upper cover
- Dark chrome instrument panel trim
- Touchscreen heating and cooling controls
- High-tech customizable ambient lighting
- Piano key controls
Packaging Changes on IONIQ HEV 2019 Model Year vs. 2020 Model Year
2020 IONIQ Hybrid Blue enhancements
- 8-inch Display Audio infotainment systems with Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ added (7-inch Display Audio system for 19MY)
- Forward Collison-Avoidance Assist added with SmartSense (N/A in 2019)
- Lane Keeping Assist added with SmartSense (N/A in 2019)
- High Beam Assist added with SmartSense (N/A in 2019)
- Driver Attention Warning added with SmartSense (N/A in 2019)
- Regenerative brake level control paddles (N/A in 2019)
2020 IONIQ Hybrid SE enhancements (Replaces 19MY SEL trim)
- 8-inch Display Audio infotainment systems with Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ added (7-inch Display Audio system for 19MY)
- Blue Link® connected car system added (N/A in 2019)
- Regenerative brake level control paddles (N/A in 2019)
2020 IONIQ Hybrid SEL enhancements (Replaces 19MY Limited trim)
- LED headlights added (Projector beam for 19MY)
- Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go added (Stop & Go was N/A for 19MY)
- Electronic parking brake added (N/A in 2019)
- 8-inch Display Audio infotainment systems with Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ added (7-inch Display Audio system for 19MY)
- Qi wireless phone charger added (N/A in 2019)
- Ambient interior lighting added (N/A in 2019)
- Power folding side mirrors with puddle lamps added (N/A in 2019)
- Lane Follow Assist added with SmartSense (N/A in 2019)
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection added with SmartSense (N/A in 2019)
- Regenerative brake level control paddles (N/A in 2019)
2020 IONIQ Hybrid Limited enhancements (Replaces 19MY Limited with Ultimate package trim)
- LED Headlights added (Projector beam for 19MY)
- Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go added (Stop & Go was N/A for 19MY)
- Electronic parking brake added (N/A in 2019)
- 10.25-inch Navigation system added (8-inch for 19MY)
- Ambient interior lighting added (N/A in 2019)
- Harman Kardon® premium audio added (Inifinity® in 2019)
- Highway Driving Assist added with SmartSense (N/A in 2019)
- Front parking sensors added with SmartSense (N/A in 2019)
- Lane Follow Assist added with SmartSense (N/A in 2019)
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection added with SmartSense (N/A in 2019)
- Regenerative brake level control paddles (N/A in 2019)
Changes on IONIQ PHEV 19MY vs. 20MY
2020 IONIQ PHEV SE enhancements (Replaces 19MY PHEV trim)
- Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go added (Stop & Go was N/A for 19MY)
- Electronic parking brake added (N/A in 2019)
- 8-inch Display Audio infotainment systems with Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ added (7-inch Display Audio system for 19MY)
- Regenerative brake level control paddles (N/A in 2019)
2020 IONIQ PHEV SEL enhancements (Replaces 19MY PHEV Limited trim)
- LED Headlights added (Projector beam for 19MY)
- Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go added (Stop & Go was N/A for 19MY)
- Electronic parking brake added (N/A in 2019)
- 8-inch Display Audio infotainment systems with Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ added (7-inch Display Audio system for 19MY)
- Qi wireless phone charger added (N/A in 2019)
- Ambient interior lighting added (N/A in 2019)
- Power folding side mirrors with puddle lamps added (N/A in 2019)
- Lane Follow Assist added with SmartSense (N/A in 2019)
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection added with SmartSense (N/A in 2019)
- Regenerative brake level control paddles (N/A in 2019)
2020 IONIQ PHEV Limited enhancements (Replaces 19MY PHEV Limited with Ultimate package trim)
- Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go added (Stop & Go was N/A for 19MY)
- Electronic parking brake added (N/A in 2019)
- 10.25-inch Navigation system added (8-inch for 19MY)
- Harman Kardon premium audio added (Inifinity in 2019)
- Ambient interior lighting added (N/A in 2019)
- Highway Driving Assist added with SmartSense (N/A in 2019)
- Front parking Sensors added with SmartSense (N/A in 2019)
- Lane Follow Assist added with SmartSense (N/A in 2019)
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection added with SmartSense (N/A in 2019)
- Regenerative brake level control paddles (N/A in 2019)
2020 IONIQ Electric SE (Replaces 19MY Electric trim)
- Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go added (Stop & Go was N/A for 19MY)
- 8-inch Display Audio infotainment systems with Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ added (7-inch Display Audio system for 19MY)
2020 IONIQ Electric Limited enhancements
- Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go added (Stop & Go was N/A for 19MY)
- LED Headlights (Projector beam for 19MY)
- 10.25-inch Navigation system added (8-inch for 19MY)
- Harman Kardon premium audio added (Infinity in 2019)
- Ambient interior lighting added (N/A in 2019)
- Highway Driving Assist added with SmartSense (N/A in 2019)
- Lane Follow Assist added with SmartSense (N/A in 2019)
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection added with SmartSense (N/A in 2019)
New Colors
- Stellar Silver
- Electric Shadow
