2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric is its larger 38.3-kWh battery, which raises EPA range from 124 to 170 miles. This is also a substantial mid-cycle update, with refreshed styling, a revised cabin, more power, quicker onboard charging, and added safety and infotainment features.
About the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric
1st generation Ioniq Electric (2017-2021 in the U.S. for the EV), mid-cycle refresh/facelift year.
Hyundai positions the Ioniq Electric as an efficient, practical electric hatchback for daily driving rather than a flashy long-range EV. Its main appeal is easy ownership: straightforward styling, hatchback cargo flexibility, strong energy efficiency, and useful driver-assist tech in a compact footprint. Against rivals, it stands out more for value, efficiency, and everyday comfort than for outright range or acceleration, making it a strong fit for commuting and local driving.
The 2020 Ioniq Electric remains a front-wheel-drive electric hatchback focused on efficient commuting and everyday practicality. The SE has an 8-inch touchscreen, smartphone integration, heated front seats, and adaptive cruise control, while the Limited adds leather seating, a 10.25-inch navigation screen, Harman Kardon audio, LED headlights, and added highway driving assistance.
What changed, by category
2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Electric Motor | Electric Motor |
| Transmission | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Horsepower | 134 hp | 134 hp |
| Torque | 218 lb-ft | 218 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 23 cu-ft | 23 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 35.7 in | 35.7 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 133 | 133 |
| MPGe Combined | 133 | 133 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||
| Automatic High Beams | ||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||
| Rear View Camera | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| LED Headlights | ||
| Power Moonroof | ||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||
| Rear Spoiler | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| Premium Audio | ||
| Satellite Radio | ||
| Smartphone Interface | ||
| Subwoofer | ||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | ||
| Leather Seats | ||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||
| Power Driver Seat | ||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||
Frequently asked questions
How much farther can the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric travel than the 2019 model?
The 2020 Ioniq Electric has an EPA-rated range of 170 miles, up from 124 miles for 2019. The increase comes from a larger 38.3-kWh battery.
Did the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric get more power?
Yes. Output rises from 118 to 134 horsepower for 2020, alongside the larger battery and longer driving range.
Is the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric a redesign?
No. The 2020 model is a mid-cycle update rather than a full redesign. It keeps the same basic front-wheel-drive electric hatchback layout but receives refreshed styling, a revised cabin, and major battery and equipment upgrades.
What happened to the Ioniq Electric Base trim for 2020?
The Base trim was renamed SE for 2020. It has the same battery, motor, and EPA range as the Limited, with simpler cabin and technology equipment.
What safety features were added to the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric?
Both trims gain adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go and broader standard active-safety coverage. The Limited also adds lane-centering and highway driving assistance.