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Hyundai IONIQ Electric (2016-2019) vs Toyota Urban Cruiser
Selected trimPremium 28kWh · 2016-19124 mi · 28 kWh · £28,995
Selected trimStandard RangeChange trim213 mi · 49 kWh · £28,495
At a glance
In this comparison, Hyundai IONIQ Electric leads on family practicality and running costs, while the Toyota Urban Cruiser leads on value for money, motorway range and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hyundai IONIQ Electric (2016-2019) if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Toyota Urban Cruiser if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Toyota Urban Cruiser leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueToyota
Hyundai
5
Toyota
5.5
Motorway RangeToyota
Hyundai
3.3
Toyota
4
FamilyHyundai
Hyundai
6.9
Toyota
4.5
Cost Per MileHyundai
Hyundai
7.4
Toyota
6.9
City DrivingToyota
Hyundai
6.7
Toyota
8
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Hyundai IONIQ Electric
Premium 28kWh
No standout advantages - closely matched on the measurable specs.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ ElectricPremium 28kWh | Toyota Urban CruiserStandard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £28,995 | £28,495 (better) |
| Official range | 124 miles | 213 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 350 L (better) | 310 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 10.2 sec | 9.6 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Hyundai IONIQ Electric
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Length
Hyundai IONIQ Electric4,470mm
Toyota Urban Cruiser4,285mm-185mm
Width
Hyundai IONIQ Electric1,820mm
Toyota Urban Cruiser1,800mm-20mm
Height
Hyundai IONIQ Electric1,450mm-185mm
Toyota Urban Cruiser1,635mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ ElectricPremium 28kWh | Toyota Urban CruiserStandard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,470 mm | 4,285 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,820 mm | 1,800 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,065 mm | 2,065 mm |
| Height | 1,450 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m | 10.4 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 580 mm spare | 600 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ ElectricPremium 28kWh | Toyota Urban CruiserStandard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 350 L (better) | 310 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1417 L (better) | 566 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 750 kg (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Hyundai IONIQ Electric
- At 4,470 mm, longer than 95% of hatchback EVs we track.
- 2,700 mm wheelbase, longer than 80% of hatchback EVs we track.
Toyota Urban Cruiser
- At 4,285 mm, shorter than 85% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- 10.4 m turning circle, tighter than 85% of SUVs in our database.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hyundai IONIQ Electric Premium 28kWh |  Toyota Urban Cruiser Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.47m | 4.29m-185mm |
| Width | 1.82m | 1.80m-20mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.06m | 2.06m |
| Height | 1.45m | 1.64m+185mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.70m | 2.70m |
| Ground Clearance | 140mm | 180mm+40mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 350L (better) | 310L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1417L (better) | 566L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.6m | 10.4m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,420kg (better) | 1,720kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 750kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 28kWh | 49kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 124 mi | 213 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 70kW (better) | 53kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £28,995 | £28,495 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2016–2019 | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ ElectricPremium 28kWh | Toyota Urban CruiserStandard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 124 miles | 213 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 104 miles | 178 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 70 kW (better) | 53 kW |
| Home AC charging | 6.6 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 25.2 kWh | 49 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ ElectricPremium 28kWh | Toyota Urban CruiserStandard Range |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 10.2 sec | 9.6 sec (better) |
| Power | 88 kW | 106 kW (better) |
| Torque | 295 Nm (better) | 193 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Hyundai IONIQ Electric
Premium 28kWh
Toyota Urban Cruiser
Standard Range
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Hyundai IONIQ Electric
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Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Hyundai IONIQ Electric Premium 28kWh
Tested 2016
Adult Occupant89%
Child Occupant80%
Vulnerable Road Users70%
Safety Assist86%
Euro NCAP - Toyota Urban Cruiser Standard Range
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant77%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users79%
Safety Assist72%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ ElectricPremium 28kWh | Toyota Urban CruiserStandard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 201,168 km (better) | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Hyundai IONIQ Electric
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Toyota Urban Cruiser
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Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Hyundai IONIQ Electric or the Toyota Urban Cruiser?
The Toyota Urban Cruiser is £500 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £152 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Toyota Urban Cruiser comes out roughly £460 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Hyundai IONIQ Electric and Toyota Urban Cruiser like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 104 miles for the Hyundai IONIQ Electric and 178 miles for the Toyota Urban Cruiser - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Toyota Urban Cruiser goes roughly 74 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 30-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hyundai IONIQ Electric or the Toyota Urban Cruiser?
The two are within 20 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 600 mm of total clearance for the Toyota Urban Cruiser and about 580 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai IONIQ Electric.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Hyundai IONIQ Electric or the Toyota Urban Cruiser?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Hyundai IONIQ Electric and 90% for the Toyota Urban Cruiser. That gives the Toyota Urban Cruiser a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Toyota Urban Cruiser's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Hyundai IONIQ Electric's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
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