The Most Efficient Electric Car In 2024

For anyone shopping for EVs in 2024, you may want to find a vehicle that boasts incredible MPGe, a fair price, and endless tech and safety. There are many manufacturers coming into the spotlight, far beyond Tesla, and these are rising quickly onto people’s wish lists. Hyundai has been a MAJOR gainer in the electric car space, releasing cars and SUVs worth a second or third glance. We have models like the Ioniq 6, Ioniq 5, Kona, and now the Nexo, all offering various ranges, MSRPs, and included standard features. When it comes to the more fuel-efficient electric models out there right now, Hyundai also takes the crown in the sedan segment.

The Ioniq 6 debuted in 2022 and has become a great choice for those wanting to skip the ‘regular’ ideas like Model 3. This four-door sedan has a futuristic aesthetic, a range of 240 to 361 miles per charge, a starting MSRP of $37,500, and endless safety and tech included across all four trims. Whatever the vehicle, you can also expect quite a bit of miles per gallon (electric) for the nameplate, with MPGe figures surpassing all other current vehicles in Ioniq 6’s class for 2024.

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The Ioniq 6 Is An Efficient Electric Beast

As of 2024, you have the Hyundai Ioniq 6 offering an EPA-estimated 140 MPGe combined rating, including 153 MPGe city and 127 MPGe highway. This puts it as the most efficient EV as of this year, and at a middle-tier price point, the Ioniq 6 is a would-be underdog turned icon in the electric market.

Per the EPA, you can expect the rear-wheel-drive SE Long Range trim to offer you the best mileage per electric mile, and this is also one of your cheaper models of the group. RWD options are usually better and more efficient; look at the Tesla Model 3, which is a similar pattern to the Ioniq 6. You have the base SE and the SE Long Range, both essentially the same minus the extended range. As we shared above, the Ioniq 6 boasts between 240 and 361 miles of range per full charge.

Thanks To The Ioniq 6’s 77.4-kilowatt-hour Battery, This Sedan Is VERY Efficient

One of the key details of the Hyundai Ioniq 6 that we’ll mention is this sedan’s potent 77.4-kilowatt-hour battery pack. Even at a base level, this model will incorporate a 53.0 kWh battery, so you can expect a punch on the road regardless of the model. The most efficient battery is the Long Range 77.4 kWh version, so keep that in mind while shopping. Your charging is also pretty fast with the Ioniq 6, as this model offers 6.1 to 7.5 hours at 220V and 0.97 to 1.22 hours at 440V. DC fast charging is your best bet for quick replenishment, even with your 140 MPGe combined rating from the EPA, as it takes under 1.5 hours to get your EV from zero to hero.

You want to remember that the bigger the battery on your electric car, truck, or SUV, the longer you will have to wait to charge it. This is pretty standard, and because Hyundai uses smaller batteries, your time spent waiting should be minimal. If you’re in a rush, though, utilize DC fast charging stations (Level 3).

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Where Hyundai Ioniq 6 Got It Right

When covering the Hyundai Ioniq 6’s jaw-dropping efficiency, it’s worth noting how unique this vehicle is. Of course, you have a battery, motors, and a platform everything sits on. Fine. But, it’s what Hyundai has chosen to do with these that ultimately gives its four-door vehicle its edge.

At a combined MPGe scoring of 140 and DC fast charging that can get your EV from 10 to 80 percent of charge in under 20 minutes, the Ioniq 6 is a monster on the road. We’re entering a new period of electric manufacturing, which is exciting for people needing to get off the gas and move into the future of the battery-powered vision. Hyundai has done an excellent job at transitioning its drivers from fuel to charging cables, and the Ioniq 6 is one of your best bets for the year.

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A Great Starting Point For EV Drivers

In addition to producing some of the most efficient EVs on the market today, Hyundai has done a perfect job of transitioning its customer base from ICE to HEV to EV in the course of a few years. We have enjoyed the Ioniq 6 for a few years now, with this model becoming one of the best for MPGes. Plus, it offers charge times that would cut down on range anxiety for new and experienced electric model drivers.

With the most efficient trim of Ioniq 6, you see the extended range and fast Level 2 and 3 charging methods, which makes it a decent choice for short and long-term travel. The SE model with a longer range retails for $42,450, and it offers you 360+ miles of range for each full battery charge you give it. That alone puts it in the tier of Tesla models, which for a traditionally non-EV manufacturer, Hyundai is doing the unthinkable.

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All Four Trims Are Worth A Shot

As we’ve shared, the Ioniq 6 offers four distinct trims with a few configurations across them. The base SE Standard Range retails for $37,500, the SE for $42,450, the SEL for $45,250, and the highest trim, Limited, for $50,150. Between these, you see things like RWD (better MPGe’s across the board), AWD, standard range, and extended range, all things that play into your everyday consumption per electric mile driven. We get it, spending $40,000 to $50,000+ on a Hyundai feels off. Tesla is around this range, but many consider it a luxury, while Hyundai has always been seen as a starter car. With vehicles like the Ioniq 6, though, we see this gap closed quite a bit.

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It May Be Time To Give Hyundai Its Flowers…

If there’s one thing you can leave this post with, it’s that Hyundai has done a nice job with its Ioniq 6 EV sedan. This vehicle sees the best efficiency ratings across its segment and has become one of the most popular EVs for 2024. This is for good reason because of its wide array of configurations, trims, and pricing. Your best battery and trim is the SE with rear-wheel drive, a 77.4-kilowatt-hour battery, and 18-inch wheels and has the best EPA Combined energy consumption number of 140 MPGe. The EPA has been transparent with its predictions, and Hyundai includes these figures all over its website. To put this into perspective for you, a Tesla Model 3 has an MPGe estimate of 132 combined, with 140 MPGe in the city and 125 MPGe on the highway in entry-level RWD trims. As we said before, the RWD Hyundai Ioniq 6 entry trim is also your best for MPGe’s, so this is great for those on a budget.

Spend Less, Get More

The 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 6 is a true testament to spending less to get more with your vehicle. As an EV with better mileage per kWh in its entry (cheaper) level trims, the Ioniq 6 offers great value. Hyundai has been spending more time and money on developing its electric models, especially in the SUV and sedan segments. Ioniq 6 will always be a cool concept, now and down the road, and with its MPGe ratings being 140, we are excited to see where the nameplate eventually goes.