This is the third model year for the Hyundai Ioniq, a compact hatchback purpose-built to house hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric powertrains. In fact, the electric version was Hyundai's first fully electric mass-market vehicle.
We're sticking to the gas-electric Ioniq Hybrid here; the Ioniq Electric Plus plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and full electric variants are covered in separate buyer's guide entries. The Ioniq carries over into 2019 with no changes.
The Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid matches a 1.6L gas four-cylinder engine with an electric motor for 139 hp and 195 lb-ft of torque.
Hyundai puts a six-speed automatic transmission between the motors and front wheels, in contrast to the smooth continuously variable transmissions (CVT) found in most hybrids.
Ioniq's most obvious competitor is the Toyota Prius. While that car has been around so long it's practically a brand unto itself, Toyota only recently added a plug-in version and has yet to roll out an all-electric vehicle. That makes us wonder what Toyota's up to.
Ioniq Hybrid trim levels are Essential, Preferred, Luxury and Ultimate.
Ioniq Hybrid starts out with 15-inch alloy wheels automatic headlights, heated side mirrors, heated front seats, manual front seat adjustments, a six-speaker stereo with 7.0-inch infotainment display, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, cruise control, dual-zone automatic climate control and a 4.2-inch digital gauge cluster display.
Hybrid Preferred models add LED daytime running lights and taillights, power eight-way driver's seat, heated rear seats, passive keyless entry, sunroof, heated steering wheel and blind spot detection with lane change assist and rear cross traffic alert.
Luxury trim brings 17-inch wheels, leather upholstery, auto-dimming rearview mirror, adaptive cruise control, rear parking sensors, driver attention warning, lane keeping assist and forward collision warning with automatic braking and pedestrian detection.
Finally, Ultimate models get HID headlights with automatic high beams, navigation and an eight-speaker stereo with 8.0-inch touchscreen and a 7.0-inch gauge cluster display.
Hyundai's fuel consumption estimates for Ioniq Hybrid are 4.3/4.4 L/100 km (city/highway) in standard form and 4.2/4.0 in a thriftier Blue configuration.
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