Hyundai IONIQ Electric vs. Tesla Model Y
In comparing the Hyundai IONIQ Electric's and the Tesla Model Y's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai IONIQ Electric has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Tesla Model Y has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai IONIQ Electric's and the Tesla Model Y's specifications and ratings, the Tesla Model Y is a better car than the Hyundai IONIQ Electric.
Hyundai IONIQ Electric vs. Tesla Model Y Pricing
A used 2021 Hyundai IONIQ Electric ranges from $19,250 to $28,297 while a used 2021 Tesla Model Y is priced between $36,486 to $50,619.
Hyundai IONIQ Electric vs. Tesla Model Y Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Hyundai IONIQ Electric loses 58.8 percent of its value and the Tesla Model Y loses 46.7 percent of its value. This means the Tesla Model Y retains 12.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Hyundai IONIQ Electric.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Hyundai IONIQ Electric’s base engine makes 134 horsepower, and the Tesla Model Y base engine makes 283 horsepower. Both the IONIQ Electric and the Model Y are rated to deliver an average of 127 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with highway ranges of 170 and 244 miles respectively. Both models use electricity. The charge time for the IONIQ Electric is 6 hours (240V), while the charge time for the Model Y is 10 hours (240V).
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Tesla Model Y has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
19250 - 28297
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.588331
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
36486 - 50619
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.466769
Hyundai IONIQ Electric Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Tesla Model Y Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
9.3 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Hyundai IONIQ Electric Rankings
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17 out of / 42Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Hyundai IONIQ Electric Trim Levels
Limited, SE
Tesla Model Y Trim Levels
Long Range, Performance, Standard Range
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
8 years / 120000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
134 hp
Torque:
218 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.040 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
283 hp
Torque:
317 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
MPGe:
127 / 121 / 127
Range (city/hwy):
170 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity :
38.3 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
6 hours (240V)
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
MPGe:
127 / 119 / 127
Range (city/hwy):
244 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
75 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
10 hours (240V)
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55 inches
Cargo Space:
23 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
119.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Cargo Space:
68 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3371 lbs
Width:
71.7 inches
Height:
58.1 inches
Length:
176 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3920 lbs
Width:
83.8 inches
Height:
63.9 inches
Length:
187 inches
Wheelbase:
113.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/45R19