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2020 Hyundai

Ioniq Electric

Auto (A1)

Hyundai Ioniq Electric: best and worst years
2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric
2020 photoKevautoCC BY-SA 4.0Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Midsize CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission
Automatic (A1)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain
ElectricEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel
ElectricityEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

HP
33
Axle ratio
3.44
Motor kW
100EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
121 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City
145 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb
133 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr
$550EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score
10/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score
10/10
Elec. Range
170 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Range per hour (240V)
29 mi/hr
Recharge hrs
5.8EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
SmartWay certified
Yes

Dimensions & capacity

Pass. Vol
96 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Cargo Vol
23 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

⚠ This model year has a recall advising owners to park outside or away from structures (fire risk). Check with the manufacturer.

Recalls
1
Owner complaints
7

Feature availability

Which features come standard, cost extra, or are locked to a pricier trim arrives with the next data phase. Standard equipment shows here today.

Standard

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • SERVICE BRAKES33%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM11%
  • ENGINE11%
  • FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE11%
  • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM11%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER11%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 9 total.

Hyundai Ioniq Electric: best and worst years

Federal investigations NHTSA defect investigations, model year

  • DP22005opened Jan 27, 2023ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM

    Pedestrian alert sounds

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

30 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • May 16, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEM25-BE-002H TSB

    This bulletin provides information related to the changes introduced in the 2024 2nd Navigation Map and Software Update. The changes may vary depending on vehicle type, model, and navigation system. Refer to the 2024 2nd Navigation Map and Software Update Improvements section in this TSB for a list of specific changes. The software can be downloaded via Navigation Updater (NAU) and updated by USB. The NAU website is https://update.hyundai.com/US/EN/navigationUpdate. For certain models equipped w

  • May 8, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEM25-01-024H-1 TSB

    Some vehicles may exhibit a loss of connectivity or interruptions in the middle of using Bluelink Service functions. This may be due to an irregular disconnection on Verizon’s communication network. Follow the procedure in this TSB to reestablish the connection via the AVN pinhole reset method.

  • Apr 7, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEM25-01-024H EM

    Some vehicles may exhibit a loss of connectivity or interruptions in the middle of using Bluelink Service functions. This may be due to an irregular disconnection on Verizon's communication network. If you are experiencing issues with remote commands, or other Bluelink services, please see the instructions below to reestablish the connection via the AVN pinhole reset method.

  • Mar 18, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEM25-01-024H TSB

    Some vehicles may exhibit a loss of connectivity or interruptions in the middle of using Bluelink Service functions. This may be due to an irregular disconnection on Verizon’s communication network. Follow the procedure in this TSB to reestablish the connection via the AVN pinhole reset method.

  • Jul 25, 2024FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM24-EV-005H

    Certain 2020-21MY IONIQ Electric (AE EV) vehicles may experience a condition of EV warning light ON with DTC P1AA600 – P1AB000. If any of the DTC’s listed below are found, the Battery System Assembly (BSA) will be replaced, and the Battery Management System (BMS) software may need to be updated.

  • Feb 14, 2024VISIBILITY24-BD-001H

    This bulletin contains information about the proper removal of the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all models. If the protective cover is not removed correctly, there is a possibility of the rubber insert and rail spring becoming partially separated on the inner side of the wiper blade, which could lead to poor wiping performance and/or possible scratching of the windshield glass. Follow the procedure in this bulletin to properly remove the windshield wiper blade protective cover on a

  • Oct 13, 2023ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING23-EM-005H

    This bulletin provides important checkpoint guidelines when performing engine oil and filter change services.

  • Jul 17, 2023EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE23-BE-007H

    This Service Information bulletin provides information on how to update the Apple Carplay software from Hyundai’s Navigation Updates page. The current version of Google Maps has 10 times the data transmission compared to the previous version. As a countermeasure, an update with a frame skip logic has been added to resolve the data congestion with Google Maps.

  • and 22 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
5 yr / 60k mi
Powertrain
10 yr / 100k mi
Roadside assistance
5 yr
Maintenance
3 yr / 36k mi
EV battery
10 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.