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2017-2020 Hyundai Ioniq MPG & Fuel Cost
4 model years · 55–58 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 9 of 10 large car configurations, MY2020. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2017-2020 Hyundai Ioniq at a glance
The 2017-2020 Hyundai Ioniq covers 4 model years in the EPA database (15 configurations in all), rated 55–58 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2020, costs about $1,130 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Blue 1.6L 4-cyl FWD (58 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric. EPA changed the ratings in 2018, 2019 and 2020.
2017-2020 Hyundai Ioniq by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid, Electric | 55–58 MPG, 133 MPGe | $700–$1,200 | Ratings changed |
| 2019 | Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid, Electric | 55–58 MPG, 136 MPGe | $690–$1,200 | Ratings changed |
| 2018 | Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid, Electric | 55–58 MPG, 136 MPGe | $690–$1,200 | Ratings changed |
| 2017 | Hybrid, Electric | 55–58 MPG, 136 MPGe | $690–$1,200 | First year |
What the 2020 Blue 1.6L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$94
$1,130 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$1.88
Per 100 miles
$7.53
Five years
$5,650
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the large car median
$2,190less a year
Class median $3,320 a year, MY2020
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2020 Hyundai Ioniq MPG
Versus 2019: The most efficient configuration stays at 58 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,130.
On electricity 119 MPGe, with 29 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsHybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue (Most efficient) | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 57 | 59 | 58 | $1,130 |
| Ioniq | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 55 | 54 | 55 | $1,200 |
Plug-in hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plug-in Hybrid (Most efficient) | FWD | 52 | 119 | 29 mi | $970 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 57% of miles are driven on electricity (residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)) and the rest on gasoline (regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)).
Electric configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | kWh/100 mi | MPGe | Range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric (Most efficient) | FWD | 25 | 133 | 170 mi | $700 |
MPGe is the distance an electric car travels on 33.7 kWh, the energy in a gallon of gasoline. Fewer kWh per 100 miles means a lower running cost.
2019 Hyundai Ioniq MPG
55–58 MPG, 136 MPGe · $690–$1,200/yr
Versus 2018: The most efficient configuration stays at 58 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,130.
On electricity 119 MPGe, with 29 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsHybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue (Most efficient) | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 57 | 59 | 58 | $1,130 |
| Ioniq | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 55 | 54 | 55 | $1,200 |
Plug-in hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plug-in Hybrid (Most efficient) | FWD | 52 | 119 | 29 mi | $970 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 57% of miles are driven on electricity (residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)) and the rest on gasoline (regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)).
Electric configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | kWh/100 mi | MPGe | Range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric (Most efficient) | FWD | 25 | 136 | 124 mi | $690 |
MPGe is the distance an electric car travels on 33.7 kWh, the energy in a gallon of gasoline. Fewer kWh per 100 miles means a lower running cost.
2018 Hyundai Ioniq MPG
55–58 MPG, 136 MPGe · $690–$1,200/yr
Versus 2017: The most efficient configuration stays at 58 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,130.
On electricity 119 MPGe, with 29 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsHybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue (Most efficient) | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 57 | 59 | 58 | $1,130 |
| Ioniq | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 55 | 54 | 55 | $1,200 |
Plug-in hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plug-in Hybrid (Most efficient) | FWD | 52 | 119 | 29 mi | $970 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 57% of miles are driven on electricity (residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)) and the rest on gasoline (regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)).
Electric configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | kWh/100 mi | MPGe | Range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric (Most efficient) | FWD | 25 | 136 | 124 mi | $690 |
MPGe is the distance an electric car travels on 33.7 kWh, the energy in a gallon of gasoline. Fewer kWh per 100 miles means a lower running cost.
2017 Hyundai Ioniq MPG
55–58 MPG, 136 MPGe · $690–$1,200/yr
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue (Most efficient) | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 57 | 59 | 58 | $1,130 |
| Ioniq | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 55 | 54 | 55 | $1,200 |
Electric configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | kWh/100 mi | MPGe | Range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric (Most efficient) | FWD | 25 | 136 | 124 mi | $690 |
MPGe is the distance an electric car travels on 33.7 kWh, the energy in a gallon of gasoline. Fewer kWh per 100 miles means a lower running cost.
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Blue 1.6L 4-cyl FWD: $1,540 in California and $990 in Texas, a $550 difference.
- California $1,540
- Washington $1,420
- New York $1,130
- Florida $1,070
- Texas $990
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2020 large car models.
Generations
- 2017-2020
- 2021-2022
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2017-2020 Hyundai Ioniq get?
EPA rates the 2017-2020 Hyundai Ioniq at 55–58 MPG combined across 15 configurations and 4 model years. The most efficient version, the 2020 Blue 1.6L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 58 MPG (57 city, 59 highway). By powertrain: Hybrid: 55–58 MPG; Plug-in hybrid: 52 MPG; Electric: 133–136 MPGe.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2017-2020 Hyundai Ioniq?
Every model year of the 2017-2020 Hyundai Ioniq tops out at 58 MPG combined, so no year is better than another.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2017-2020 Hyundai Ioniq?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2018, 2019 and 2020.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2020 Hyundai Ioniq per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Blue 1.6L 4-cyl FWD costs about $1,130 a year. Across all 4 configurations the cost runs $700–$1,200 a year. That is a $500 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2020 Hyundai Ioniq 100 miles?
About $7.53 per 100 miles for the Blue 1.6L 4-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $4.67 and $8.00 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
How does the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq compare with other large car configurations?
The Blue 1.6L 4-cyl FWD costs about $1,130 a year to fuel, $2,190 less than the class median of $3,320, and less than 9 of 10 large car configurations. The comparison covers all 115 rated large car configurations for MY2020, not weighted by sales.
What is the range and charging cost of the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq?
EPA rates the range at 170 miles depending on configuration, and the Electric FWD goes 170 mi. Efficiency is 25 kWh per 100 miles (133 MPGe). At residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026), charging costs $700 a year, or $4.67 per 100 miles for the Electric FWD.
How far does the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq plug-in hybrid go on electricity?
EPA rates the electric range at 29 miles, with a total range of 630 miles when the gasoline engine helps. Once the battery is used, the car runs as a hybrid at 52 MPG. The Plug-in Hybrid 1.6L 4-cyl FWD costs about $970 a year, assuming EPA's utility factor of 57% of miles on electricity, at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026) + residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026).
Is the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq different from the 2019 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 58 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,130. EPA lists 4 configurations for 2020 against 4 configurations for 2019. See the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq for that year.