Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid vs. Chevrolet Bolt EV
When we compare the Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid's and the Chevrolet Bolt EV's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, reliability, resale value and interior volume. The Chevrolet Bolt EV has the advantage in the areas of overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid's and the Chevrolet Bolt EV's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid is a better car than the Chevrolet Bolt EV.
Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid vs. Chevrolet Bolt EV Pricing
A used 2022 Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid ranges from $22,953 to $29,687 while a used 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV is priced between $23,044 to $32,017.
Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid vs. Chevrolet Bolt EV Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid loses 50.8 percent of its value and the Chevrolet Bolt EV loses 60.9 percent of its value. This means the Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid retains 10.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Chevrolet Bolt EV.
Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid vs. Chevrolet Bolt EV Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid is 7.2 out of 10 while the Chevrolet Bolt EV's quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid being ranked 2 out of 8 Best Hybrid Small Cars and the Chevrolet Bolt EV being ranked 2 out of 7 Best Electric Hatchbacks.
Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid vs. Chevrolet Bolt EV Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid is 7.2 out of 10. For the Chevrolet Bolt EV the reliability rating is 7.1 out of 10. This gives the Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Chevrolet Bolt EV.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid’s base engine makes 139 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Bolt EV base engine makes 200 horsepower. The IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 52 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 610 miles. The Bolt EV is rated to deliver an average of 127 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 259 miles.This gives the Chevrolet Bolt EV the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid the advantage in maximum range. The IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid uses electricity, regular unleaded, and the Bolt EV uses electricity.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid, a hybrid compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Chevrolet Bolt EV, a electric compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room, rear head room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Chevrolet Bolt EV 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:
22953 - 29687
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.507819
Pricing
New Asking Price:
27078 - 33677
Used Asking Price:
23044 - 32017
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.608912
Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Bolt EV Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.966666 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
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18 out of / 27Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid Trim Levels
Limited, SE, SEL
Chevrolet Bolt EV Trim Levels
1LT, 2LT
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 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:
139 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
195 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.042 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
200 hp
Torque:
266 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.056 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
52 / 51 / 52
MPGe:
123 / 115 / 119
Range (city/hwy):
622 / 610 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Regular Unleaded
Battery Size/Capacity :
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
Not Applicable
Engine Configuration:
Not Applicable
Number of Cylinders:
Not Applicable
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not applicable
MPGe:
127 / 109 / 120
Range (city/hwy):
259 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
66 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
7 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:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
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:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
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
Overall Interior Volume:
119.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Cargo Space:
16.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3318 lbs
Width:
71.7 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
176 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3589 lbs
Width:
80.3 inches
Height:
63.4 inches
Length:
163.2 inches
Wheelbase:
102.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/50R17