72/100

2021Large CarsRegular

2021 Hyundai Ioniq

EPA ID: 43570

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City MPG

Combined MPG

55MPG· Excellent

Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2021 Hyundai Ioniq achieves an EPA-estimated 55 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 54 MPG in the city and 56 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 1.6L 4-cylinder engine paired with a automatic (am-s6), this large cars features Front-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 2021 Ioniq produces approximately 162 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this Ioniq performs better than the national average in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $1,100, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would spend $5,250 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassLarge Cars

Fuel TypeRegular

Engine1.6L 4-cyl

AspirationNaturally Aspirated

TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S6)

Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions162 g/mi

Start-Stop SystemEquipped

GHG Score10/10

Smog RatingN/A

Est. Annual Cost$1,100

5-Year Cost DeltaSpend $5,250

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG

54.9

Impact vs EPA

+$2

/ year

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Aerodynamic Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by roughly 15-20% at interstate speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost

$586/mo

Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.

Annual Mileage15,000 mi

Value Depreciation

Est. value lost over 60 months

$20,000

56.9%

Fuel & Electricity

Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)

$4,773

13.6%

Estimated Insurance

Based on vehicle class risk profile

$10,000

28.4%

State Registration Fees

Based on National Average DMV base rates

$400

1.1%

Total 5-Year Cost$35,173

Recall Intelligence

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