How much is a 2021 Hyundai IoniqPlug-in Hybrid worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2021 Hyundai IoniqPlug-in Hybrid on the Irish used-car market is around €21,450, based on 5 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2021 Hyundai Ioniq depreciate per year?

A Hyundai Ioniq loses roughly 20.0% of its value per year on the Irish used-car market based on Carintel.ie's regression across active listings.

Is it cheaper to import a 2021 Hyundai Ioniq from Northern Ireland?

It depends on spec, mileage and CO2. Carintel.ie compares ROI median prices against Northern Ireland listings' landed cost, including VRT, NOx levy and registration fees, so you can see the saving at a glance on this page.

What are the running costs of a 2021 Hyundai IoniqPlug-in Hybrid?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2021 Hyundai IoniqPlug-in Hybrid using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Market Intelligence

Hyundai Ioniq2021

Plug-in Hybrid

32 days avg on market · Low data confidence

Normal DemandLimited Data

No ROI listings currently available

There are 3 NI listings for this model. Switch to "All" or "NI" source filter above to see pricing data.

Updated 4d ago · ROI · Low confidence

Expected price

Est. trade-in

Avg mileage

90k km

typical 108k km

Days listed

32d

avg on market · demand 48/100

AI Market Summary

Strong hybrid powertrain delivers real fuel savings in city driving; excellent CO2-based motor tax advantage over petrol equivalents.
Fairly priced against rivals, though mileage sits toward upper end of 5-year range—verify service history and battery health carefully.
DCT transmission can judder in stop-start traffic or electric-to-petrol transitions; battery may lose 5–10% range after 4–5 years. Check charging port for corrosion.
Before buying, request full service records and ask seller about any transmission hesitation or reduced electric range; request recent battery diagnostic if available.
NI import saves €3,097 before VRT applies on top—factor in full registration costs before committing.

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Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Power

140 bhp

Torque

265 Nm

195 lb·ft

0–62 mph

10.8s

115 mph top

Engine

1.6L

1600 cc

Boot space

443L

1505L folded

Seats

5 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

78.5 mpg

3.6 L/100km

Urban

78.5 mpg

Extra urban

74.3 mpg

CO₂

84 g/km

EURO 6

Fuel tank

45L

Dimensions

Length

4.47m

4470 mm

Width

1.82m

Height

1.45m

Wheelbase

2.70m

Kerb weight

1,361 kg

1,870 kg gross

Safety & ownership

Euro NCAP

★★★★★

Adult 91% · Child 80%

Insurance

Group 11E

Warranty

5 years

Reliability & Safety Recalls

Hyundai Ioniq 2021

Reliability

4/5

The 2021 Ioniq PHEV is a well-engineered hybrid with solid build quality and strong real-world reliability when the battery is regularly charged. However, PHEV ownership requires discipline: if you run it predominantly on petrol without charging, fuel economy drops significantly below advertised figures. The 1.6L petrol engine and 8-speed dual-clutch gearbox are generally dependable, though some transmission smoothness issues have been reported in early batches.

Known issues

DCT (8-speed dual-clutch) transmission occasionally exhibits judder or hesitation during low-speed manoeuvres or stop-start traffic, particularly when switching between electric and petrol power
Battery degradation over time; some owners report 5-10% capacity loss after 4-5 years, affecting electric-only range
Charging port connector corrosion or intermittent contact issues in damp Irish climate conditions
12V auxiliary battery drain when vehicle is parked for extended periods; some units have failed prematurely
Software glitches causing hybrid system to default to petrol-only mode, bypassing electric power even with charged battery
Engine carbon build-up on direct injection fuel system, more pronounced if short trips dominate without full battery depletion cycles

Good for

Low-emissions driving in urban areas and city centres with regular home/workplace charging
Commuters with predictable daily mileage under 50 km who can charge overnight
Smooth, efficient motorway cruising when running on hybrid mode with a charged battery
Grant eligibility: 2021 models still qualify for VRT relief and SEAI supports in Ireland if purchased secondhand before emissions threshold

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Safety Recalls1 found

High-voltage battery2021

Risk of battery thermal runaway or short circuit in early PHEV production batches due to internal cell contamination

Remedy: Battery pack replacement under warranty; software update to improve thermal management and cell monitoring

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