Hyundai IONIQ EV charger: overview by version
The first Hyundai IONIQ (2016 to 2022) charges at home through a type 2 port on alternating current, or AC. Unlike many newer EVs, this IONIQ does not take 11 kW. It charges on a single phase, up to 7.2 kW. The original IONIQ came in three versions: fully electric, as a plug-in hybrid and as a regular hybrid. The regular hybrid has no plug, so it never uses a charger. Every Hyundai model has its own page in our overview of Hyundai EV chargers.
For the Hyundai IONIQ we recommend a charger from our 7.4 kW range.
Versions of the Hyundai IONIQ
Battery capacity and charging power differ per version and model year. The page for your own version lists the exact charging times.
| Version | Battery | Max. AC charging power | WLTP range | EV charger page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IONIQ Electric (2019-2022) | 38.3 kWh | 7.2 kW | approx. 311 km | Hyundai IONIQ Electric |
| IONIQ Electric (2016-2019) | 28 kWh | 6.6 kW | approx. 210 km | Hyundai IONIQ Electric ('16-'19) |
| IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid | 8.9 kWh | 3.3 kW | approx. 50 km on electricity | Hyundai IONIQ plug-in hybrid |
Choosing the right EV charger for the Hyundai IONIQ
The IONIQ takes its power over one phase. A 7.4 kW charger delivers 32 A on that single phase. That is exactly what the onboard charger of the IONIQ accepts, so you get the full speed the car is capable of.
An 11 kW charger sounds stronger, but it spreads 16 A over three phases. A car that charges on one phase uses only one of them. The IONIQ would draw 3.7 kW there and charge about twice as slowly. A 22 kW EV charger is the better three-phase route, because it supplies 32 A per phase. The IONIQ then keeps its full 7.2 kW, and the charger is ready for a faster next car. Do note that 22 kW asks for a three-phase connection at home.
Two features are worth checking at 7.4 kW. Load balancing lets the charger measure what the rest of your home is using. It then lowers the charging power before the main fuse reaches its limit. An EV charger with an app lets you set charging times from your phone. That fits the IONIQ, because a full charge runs through the night anyway.
A MID meter is a certified kWh meter inside the charger. It records exactly how much power went into the car at home. Every charger with a MID meter in our range works on three phases, so 7.4 kW is not an option. The widest choice sits at 22 kW, where the IONIQ still charges at full speed: compare our chargers with a MID meter. Our EV chargers for home use bring the whole home range together in one place.
We always recommend having the connection made by a qualified electrician. Rules and insurance conditions differ per country, so check what applies where you live. Wallbox Discounter arranges installation in the Netherlands, Flemish Belgium and Germany. Shipping runs worldwide, so you can order the charger from anywhere and have it fitted locally.
Charging times for the Hyundai IONIQ
Hyundai puts a full charge of the 38.3 kWh IONIQ Electric at 6 hours and 5 minutes on 7.2 kW. That is a little above capacity divided by power, because charging is never fully efficient. The older 28 kWh version charges at 6.6 kW and needs about five hours, losses included. The plug-in hybrid takes roughly 2 hours and 15 minutes at 3.3 kW, measured on the usable part of its 8.9 kWh battery.
On an 11 kW three-phase charger the picture changes. The IONIQ Electric then draws 3.7 kW and needs around twelve hours for a full battery. A heavier charger does not make this car faster, because the onboard charger sets the ceiling.
The IONIQ charges at home through a type 2 port on AC. At home you plug in through the fixed connection of the charger. If you also want to charge the car elsewhere, a separate type 2 charging cable comes in handy.
Frequently asked questions about the Hyundai IONIQ
Does the Hyundai IONIQ need a three-phase EV charger?
No. The IONIQ charges on one phase, up to 7.2 kW, so three phases do not make it faster. An 11 kW charger even slows it down to 3.7 kW, because it offers 16 A per phase. Want a three-phase charger for a future EV? Pick 22 kW, where 32 A per phase keeps the IONIQ at full speed. That does require a three-phase supply to your home.
Do I need an EV charger with a MID meter?
That depends on how much you want to know about your charging. A MID meter is a certified kWh meter in the charger. It shows exactly how many kilowatt hours went into the car at home. Useful if you track your own charging costs. It works just as well if you pass them on to an employer or a lease company. All our chargers with a MID meter are three-phase, so the IONIQ keeps its full charging speed only at 22 kW.