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Electric cars
Explore our fully electric models.
Our newest electric model
Hyundai highlights from our drivers.
The basics of an electric car.
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Battery powered.
Electric vehicles run solely on electricity and use a rechargeable battery to power the electric motor. Whilst the battery makes up the core of an electric vehicle they come in a variety of sizes. Changes in size lead to changes in charging times and electric ranges, determining how far you can go on one charge.
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Charging.
With 68,2731 public charging points in the UK, charging your Hyundai couldn't be easier. However, many electric vehicle drivers choose to have a wall-mounted charging point installed at home. Hyundai recommends Ohme as our preferred home charger where you can take advantage of dynamic chargers and smart tariffs.
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Lifespan.
Lithium-ion battery lifetimes vary on several factors. Rest assured, Hyundai electric vehicle batteries are warranted for 8 years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first.
Benefits of electric cars.
Electric car charging solutions from Hyundai
Discover more powertrains.
Ready to make the switch to electric?
Frequently asked questions about electric cars.
Are all electric cars automatic?
Yes, all of our Hyundai electric car models have an automatic transmission. This is because they don't need a clutch or gearbox to power the car.
However, there are a couple of exceptions to this and some manual electric cars do exist, but they are very rare.
Are electric cars heavier than petrol cars?
How long does it take to charge an electric car?
The charging time of an electric car varies depending on several factors such as the size of the battery, the charging power, and the type of charger used. Let's take the Hyundai IONIQ 5 as an example. Its 800V battery system and as a range of up to 354 miles3 long-range 84 kWh battery rear-wheel drive. It supports charging at up to 350 kW at a DC ultra-fast charging station.
All our Hyundai electric vehicles are flexible when it comes to charging, you can charge at home overnight or top up at a fast charging station on the road. The charging time of your electric vehicle will be different depending on if you use a domestic socket, a home charging station such as a wall box or a public fast charging station.
Learn more about charging here.
How much does it cost to charge an electric car?
The cost of charging an electric car will depend any many factors including whether you are charging at home or at a public charging point. If you are charging at home the cost will vary depending on your energy provider and similarly the public EV charging cost will depend on the charging station.
Find out more about charging at home here.
Learn more about public charging here.
Are electric cars cheaper to run?
How much does an electric car charger cost?
The cost of an electric car charger depends on various factors including the type of charger you are purchasing and whether you are bundling it with installation.
Hyundai recommends Ohme as our preferred home electric car charger supplier.
Find out more about Ohme here.
Can you tow with an electric car?
Yes, many electric cars have the capability to tow.
With plenty of power and torque, electric motors are well-suited to the demands of towing, so most of the Hyundai electric car range can tow trailers and caravans. Their wide stance and low centre of gravity make for easy and stable journeys.
Electric car towing is quite straightforward on journeys that can be completed on a single charge. As a rough rule of thumb, testing by What Car? and The Camping and Caravanning Club found that EVs can typically travel half as far while towing as in normal driving. That gives our new IONIQ 9 electric SUV an approximate towing range of nearly 200 miles based on the official WLTP range of 385 miles.4
Find out more about towing with your Hyundai here.
