2019 Hyundai Ioniq vs 2019 Nissan LEAF

It can be difficult to compare a hybrid like the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq to an electric vehicle like the 2019 Nissan LEAF. Each type of vehicle has their own advantages that are unique to their specific type of car. For instance, hybrids are typically cheaper but require stops at the pump now and then. An electric vehicle wouldn’t take any gas and can travel for long distances, but charging can take hours and a charging station may not be easily accessible depending on where you go. With these factors in mind, we will compare the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq to the 2019 Nissan LEAF using the table below. The trim levels being compared are the Blue trim for the Ioniq and the S trim for the LEAF.

Advantages of the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq

As expected, the Ioniq has the lower MSRP than the LEAF since hybrids are typically cheaper than electrics. The transmission on the Ioniq is a 6-speed auto-shift manual while the Nissan LEAF has only a 1-speed automatic. For those that like to be in control of the gears, the transmission on the Ioniq would be more ideal. As far as being comfortable in the car, the Hyundai Ioniq wins with 96 cubic feet of space compared with the LEAF’s 92 cubic feet. Finally, the Hyundai Ioniq can hold more belongings as it comes with 26.5 cubic feet of available space versus the LEAF’s 23.6 cubic feet. To learn more about the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq, click the button below, fill out the form, and submit it. One of our team members will reach back out to you with the answers you need.