“There is a car on the used market today that will do 10 km per kWh, absolutely incredible efficiency,” the creator began, underscoring its efficiency.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The Ioniq’s run stretched from 2016 to 2022, with U.S. sales beginning in 2017 and a facelift arriving in 2019. Even with that later update, Out of Spec Roaming suggested the earlier 28-kWh version is the one to prioritize over the newer 38-kWh variant.<\/p>\n
For drivers who care about trip timing, the smaller battery may actually be the better pick. Out of Spec Roaming said the 28-kWh car can hit about 70 kilowatts and go from 10% to 80% in roughly 25 minutes, while the 38-kWh version is typically limited to around 45 to 50 kilowatts and takes nearly twice as long for the same stop.<\/p>\n
In Norway, the creator said, some used versions of the model can sell for well under 10,000 euros.<\/p>\n
More background<\/p>\n
A highly efficient older EV can mean lower fueling costs<\/a>, less routine maintenance than a gas-powered vehicle, and a practical way to cut pollution without paying new-car prices.<\/p>\n The video also said the 28-kWh battery appears to age exceptionally well when measured with proper degradation testing. At the same time, Hyundai’s displayed battery-health reading may not tell the whole story because a built-in buffer can mask some early wear.<\/p>\n Anyone considering the 38-kWh car should check the vehicle identification number since the creator said that version is covered by an active recall tied to fire risk. The 28-kWh model avoids that particular problem, but it has its own track record, including a grounding-related recall and a widely discussed undersized 12-volt battery.<\/p>\n What can be done?<\/p>\n Charging speed, efficiency, and recall history can matter as much as battery size. A lighter EV that uses electricity sparingly can save serious money over time, especially for commuters.<\/p>\n Charging an EV at home can be cheaper than relying on public chargers, but basic Level 1 charging tends to be slow. That’s where Qmerit<\/a> can help since it provides free, instant installation estimates for faster Level 2 home charger<\/a> installations.<\/p>\n If you’re trying to identify which Ioniq you’re looking at, the video recommended checking several details rather than assuming from model year alone. Out of Spec Roaming said grill<\/a> design, horsepower, infotainment size, and whether the car falls before or after the late-2019 transition can all help confirm whether it’s the 28-kWh or 38-kWh version.<\/p>\n For many households, the better fit may be as a home-charged commuter or second vehicle instead of a do-everything car. That’s especially true if regular driving stays comfortably inside the model’s practical winter range.<\/p>\n Get TCD’s free newsletters<\/a> for easy tips, smart advice, and a chance to earn $5,000 toward home upgrades. To see more stories like this one, change your Google preferences here<\/a>.<\/p>\n \t\t\t![\"Cool](\"https:\/\/www.thecooldown.com\/wp-content\/themes\/tcd\/assets\/images\/divider-icon-earth.svg\"){kind=icon}
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