Hyundai IONIQ Electric 2016–2019 EV charger: Which one is the best fit?
The first-generation Hyundai IONIQ Electric, produced from 2016 to 2019, charges at home at a maximum of 6.6 kW using a single phase. This figure determines the choice of EV charger: a more powerful charger will not charge this car any faster. With a usable battery capacity of 28 kWh, the IONIQ can be fully charged in approximately 4.5 hours using a suitable charger. To learn more about other Hyundai models, view our overview of all Hyundai EV chargers or the newer Hyundai IONIQ Electric with a larger battery.
For the Hyundai IONIQ Electric 2016–2019, we recommend an EV charger that supports single-phase charging at up to 32 amps. A future-proof charger with a maximum output of 11 or 22 kW can also be used, provided that it is installed and configured correctly.
Charging specifications of the Hyundai IONIQ Electric 2016–2019
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Usable battery capacity | 28 kWh |
| Maximum AC charging power at home | 6.6 kW, single-phase |
| Charging time with a suitable EV charger | approx. 4.5 to 5 hours |
| Charging connector | Type 2 (Mennekes) |
| DC fast charging | up to approx. 70 kW (CCS) |
Which EV charger suits the Hyundai IONIQ Electric 2016-2019?
This IONIQ charges on one phase and draws up to 29 A. A single-phase 7.4 kW charger delivers 32 A, so the car gets its full 6.6 kW. On a three-phase 11 kW EV charger, the picture changes. That charger supplies 16 A per phase. This car uses only one of those phases. The charging power then drops to 3.7 kW.
A MID meter is a calibrated kWh meter built into the charger. It measures your charging separately from your household use, so you know exactly what charging costs. In our range, all chargers with a MID meter are three-phase. The 7.4 kW chargers have none. If you want one, a three-phase 22 kW EV charger is the route. It supplies 32 A per phase, so this IONIQ still gets its full 6.6 kW. Most of our chargers with a MID meter are 22 kW models. That route does need a heavy three-phase connection of 32 A per phase.
A full charge takes a few hours, so remote control is handy. With an EV charger with an app, you start, stop and schedule charging from your phone. To compare every model for charging at home, start with our home EV chargers.
The IONIQ has a Type 2 inlet. A charger with a fixed cable needs nothing extra at home. At most public charging points, and on any charger with a socket, you need a Type 2 charging cable.
How long does the Hyundai IONIQ Electric 2016-2019 take to charge?
The sum is simple: 28 kWh divided by 6.6 kW comes to just over 4 hours. Including charging losses, expect about 5 hours on a charger that delivers this speed. On a three-phase 11 kW charger, the car charges at 3.7 kW. A full charge then takes about 7.5 hours in theory. Including charging losses, it is roughly 9 hours. For this IONIQ, a charger that gives the full 6.6 kW on one phase is the smartest choice.
Connecting the charger to your fuse box
Whether you get the full speed also depends on your fuse box. On a single-phase connection the car charges at 6.6 kW, if enough current is left for the house. A charger with adjustable charging power prevents an overloaded connection. So does dynamic load balancing, which lowers the charging current when the house uses more power.
We recommend having a qualified electrician make the connection, because that is safer. We arrange the installation in the Netherlands, Flanders (Belgium) and Germany. In Germany it runs via a free quote. Outside those three countries, you arrange the electrician yourself.
Other versions of the Hyundai IONIQ Electric
Wallbox Discounter also has EV charger advice for the other version of the Hyundai IONIQ Electric:
- Hyundai IONIQ Electric, the later version with a larger battery and slightly faster charging
Frequently asked questions
Does the Hyundai IONIQ Electric 2016-2019 need a three-phase EV charger?
No. This IONIQ charges on one phase at up to 6.6 kW. A three-phase 11 kW charger even lowers it to 3.7 kW, because it supplies only 16 A per phase. A three-phase 22 kW charger gives the full 6.6 kW but no extra speed. A single-phase charger that reaches 6.6 kW suits this car best.
Why is a MID meter important for this IONIQ?
A MID meter is a calibrated kWh meter inside the charger. It records exactly how much electricity goes into your car, separate from the rest of your household. That shows you what charging at home really costs. For this IONIQ, keep in mind that our chargers with a MID meter are three-phase models. Choose a 22 kW model to keep the full 6.6 kW. On an 11 kW charger, this IONIQ drops to 3.7 kW.