Global EV Comparison: Tesla Model S 70D vs Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1
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General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Tesla Model S 70D (2016) for as low as €29500, while the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 (2016-2019) begins at €10990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Liftback.
| Property | Tesla Model S 70D | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2016-2016 | 2016-2019 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Netherlands, USA | South Korea |
| Body Style | Liftback | Liftback |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | €29500 | €10990 |
| GCC Score | 6.1 | 4.8 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Tesla Model S 70D (2016) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 (2016-2019).
| Property | Tesla Model S 70D | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 200 km |
| Range (GCC) | 353 km | 200 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 75 kWh | 30.5 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 69 kWh | 28 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 19.5 kWh/100 km | 14 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.12 km/kWh | 7.14 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.8 | 6.2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Tesla Model S 70D (2016) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 120 kW, while the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 (2016-2019) maxes out at 69 kW.
The Tesla Model S 70D (2016) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 (2016-2019) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Tesla Model S 70D | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 120 kW | 69 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Tesla Type 2 (Mennekes) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.1 | 3.5 |
Performance
The Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 (2016-2019) is front-wheel drive, while the Tesla Model S 70D (2016) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Tesla Model S 70D (2016) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Tesla Model S 70D | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), IM (rear) | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 245 kW | 88 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 329 hp | 118 hp |
| Motor Torque | 525 Nm | 295 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4 s | 9.9 s |
| Top Speed | 225 km/h | 165 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.5 | 2.8 |
Dimensions
The Tesla Model S 70D (2016) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 (2016-2019).
The Tesla Model S 70D (2016) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Tesla Model S 70D | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4970 mm | 4470 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2189 mm | 2045 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1964 mm | 1820 mm |
| Height | 1445 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2960 mm | 2700 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Tesla Model S 70D (2016) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Tesla Model S 70D (2016), but the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 (2016-2019) doesn’t have one.
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Tesla Model S 70D | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5, 7 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2108 kg | 1495 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 745 l | 350 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1645 l | 1410 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 60 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.5 | 4.1 |
