Hyundai IONIQ plug-in hybrid EV charger: which one fits best?
The IONIQ plug-in hybrid has a compact 8.9 kWh battery. At home it charges at up to 3.7 kW, on one phase through a Type 2 connection. That modest figure makes the choice easy: every charger runs this car at full speed, entry models included. A fixed charger is still safer and more convenient than a wall socket. Not sure which charger suits your Hyundai? Our Hyundai EV chargers overview lists every model.
For the Hyundai IONIQ plug-in hybrid we recommend a charger from our 11 kW EV chargers.
Charging specifications of the Hyundai IONIQ plug-in hybrid
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 8.9 kWh |
| Max. AC charging power (home) | 3.7 kW (single-phase) |
| Charging time with a 3.7 kW EV charger | approx. 2.5 hours |
| Charging connector | Type 2 (Mennekes) |
| DC fast charging | not available |
Which EV charger fits the Hyundai IONIQ plug-in hybrid?
At home the car never draws more than 3.7 kW. Even a single-phase entry model therefore charges it at its maximum. An 11 kW charger is often the smarter buy anyway. It delivers current on three phases at once, so it needs a three-phase supply. That makes it ready for a fully electric car later on.
You will also find a built-in MID meter in our 11 kW range. That is a calibrated kWh meter inside the charger itself. It separates your charging current from the rest of your household use, and the calibration makes the reading legally valid. We stock chargers with that meter at 11 kW and at 22 kW. Compare them among our chargers with a MID meter.
View all 11 kW EV chargers in our range.
How long does the Hyundai IONIQ plug-in hybrid take to charge?
The small battery is done quickly: 8.9 kWh at 3.7 kW comes to roughly 2.5 hours from empty to full. A heavier charger does not shorten that, because the car never accepts more than 3.7 kW. For daily use that is plenty, certainly if you charge overnight.
Other Hyundai IONIQ versions
Wallbox Discounter also has charging advice for the other versions of the Hyundai IONIQ. To see which charger suits a fully electric Hyundai, open our complete Hyundai EV charger overview.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a three-phase supply for the IONIQ plug-in hybrid?
No. The car charges at up to 3.7 kW on one phase, so a standard fuse box handles it. A three-phase supply only pays off if you want your charger ready for a fully electric car later.
Is a MID meter worth it for such a small battery?
For the plug-in hybrid itself the gain is modest, because you charge few kilowatt hours. It becomes useful once you pick your charger with a later electric car in mind. The meter then records exactly what you charge at home, separate from your household use. That reading holds up legally.
Can I charge the car with a mobile charger?
Yes, that works. The car draws only 3.7 kW, so the difference in charging time with a fixed charger is small. A fixed charger is safer and handier for daily use. We always advise having the connection made by a certified electrician, which is safer and matters for your insurance. Wallbox Discounter arranges installation in the Netherlands, Flemish Belgium and Germany. We ship chargers worldwide, but we install only in those three areas.