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Hyundai IONIQ Trunk Dimensions

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Trunk dimensions Hyundai IONIQ (Hatchback). Access in 3D
Detail dimensions Hyundai IONIQ

Hyundai IONIQ (Hatchback) Trunk Dimensions

Hyundai IONIQ (Hatchback) Trunk Dimensions
MeasurementValue
Width of Trunk39.4 in
Length of Trunk35.6 in
Height of Trunk25.9 in

Hyundai IONIQ (Hatchback) Car Dimensions

Hyundai IONIQ (Hatchback) Car Dimensions
MeasurementValue
Length of Car176 in
Width of Car71.7 in
Height of Car58.1 in

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Trunk dimensions Hyundai IONIQ

The Hyundai IONIQ 2017 in hatchback design offers a trunk volume of about 15.6 cu ft with upright rear seats and up to 53.1 cu ft with folded seats. The rear bench is split 60:40, allowing flexibility when transporting larger items.

The interior is functionally designed, with a low loading edge that facilitates loading and unloading. Trunk dimensions vary depending on the model variant, with the IONIQ Electric generally offering less volume.

Typical features include the practical shape and good accessibility, making the trunk attractive for everyday use.

Model Information

The Hyundai IONIQ is a compact electric vehicle characterized by its efficiency and environmentally friendly technology. The latest series of the IONIQ, offered as a hatchback version, combines modern design with advanced drive technology.

The IONIQ offers a variety of features that enhance both driving comfort and safety. With a focus on sustainability, the IONIQ is an attractive option for environmentally conscious drivers.

Variants of the Same Line

The Hyundai IONIQ is available in several variants, including the IONIQ Electric, the IONIQ Hybrid, and the IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid.

These models differ in their drive technology, with the hatchback type especially known for its fully electric version. It is important not to confuse the different variants as they offer different ranges, fuel efficiency, and equipment.

Yearly Differences

The Hyundai IONIQ was first introduced in 2016, and since then there have been several model updates. Especially in 2019 and 2021, significant changes were made affecting body dimensions and trunk volume.

These adjustments led to improved aerodynamics and a slight increase in trunk volume, enhancing the vehicle's practical utility.

Direct Competition

In the same vehicle class, the Hyundai IONIQ competes with models like the Nissan Leaf and the Volkswagen ID.3. The Nissan Leaf offers a trunk volume of about 15.4 cu ft, while the Volkswagen ID.3 provides around 13.6 cu ft.

These differences in trunk volume can be decisive for buyers who value maximum cargo space. The IONIQ thus positions itself in the middle range but offers a good balance between size and functionality.

More Affordable Alternatives

For buyers looking for more affordable alternatives with similar trunk dimensions, models like the Kia e-Niro or the Skoda Citigo-e iV might be considered.

The Kia e-Niro offers a trunk volume of about 15.9 cu ft, while the Skoda Citigo-e iV provides around 8.8 cu ft of cargo space. These options may be interesting for buyers seeking good value for money but may require compromises in equipment or range.

Trunk space Hyundai IONIQ

Trunk volume Hyundai IONIQ

Trunk Volume

The trunk volume specifications for the Hyundai IONIQ hatchback 2020 vary depending on the measurement method. The following values serve as a guideline:

  • Manufacturer specification: 12.6 cu ft
  • Independent measurements: 9.4 cu ft (up to the trunk cover)
  • Average/fact-based figure in the data package: approx. 11 cu ft
  • With folded rear seats: up to the window sill 21.4 cu ft (independent measurement), roof-high 1065–50 cu ft (independent/manufacturer specification).

Due to different measurement baselines (up to cover, up to window sill, up to roof), the realistically usable values are closer to the lower measurements: typically around 9.4 cu ft up to the cover. Compared to an average car, the IONIQ trunk is about 25.95% smaller.

Everyday effect: The volume is sufficient for daily shopping and smaller luggage. For larger suitcases or bulky items, the rear seats must be folded down; then significantly more liters are available, although the sloping rear window limits usable height near the hatch.

Vehicle Size and Parking Friendliness

Dimensions: 176 in length, 71.7 in width, 58.3 in height.

Compared to an average car, the IONIQ is just 3.5 in shorter, 1.2 in narrower, and 3.5 in lower. It is therefore overall more compact and parking-friendly: it easily fits into typical parking spaces (the data package describes it as 20.9 in shorter and 26.8 in narrower than a normal parking spot).

Everyday effect: Narrower streets and parking garages are less problematic; parking and maneuvering feel more relaxed due to the compact exterior dimensions.

Trunk Usability and Flexibility

Practical features:

  • The tailgate opens wide, allowing bulky items to be loaded easily.
  • The rear window is sloped — this reduces usable height above the trunk cover.
  • The loading edge is about 30.3 in above the road, which makes lifting heavy items more difficult; inside the cargo area there is also a step of about 4.3 in.
  • The rear seat backrest is asymmetrically split and can be easily folded down from the factory; when the front seat is pushed fully back, the headrests must be removed first.
  • Trunk lighting is sparse (only a weak lamp), which can make loading in the dark more difficult.
  • Empty weight 1602 kg, permissible payload 368 kg — this limits the combined load capacity for passengers and cargo.

Everyday effect: Well suited for routine shopping and medium-sized luggage. For frequent loading of very bulky or heavy items, the high loading edge, sloping rear window, and not entirely flat loading floor after folding the seats are limiting factors.

The asymmetrical, easily foldable backrest increases flexibility but falls short of some competitors offering flatter loading floors.

General Model Information

Familiarity and special features: The Hyundai IONIQ (2020) is established as an efficient hybrid/electric model. A peculiarity is that the electric variant has a smaller trunk than the hybrid version (e.g., 9.4 cu ft vs. 12.4 cu ft).

Features and operation: The vehicle offers a keyless entry system (Keyless) which, according to tests, cannot be fully disabled and raises security concerns regarding radio extenders. Other practical details like the widely opening tailgate and the asymmetrically folding rear bench are everyday advantages.

Price-performance / competition: The IONIQ offers good value for money in its class through efficiency and technology.

However, those primarily needing a lot of trunk volume and a completely flat loading floor will often find more cargo space with competitors like the Toyota Prius (hybrid), Volkswagen ID.3 (electric), or compact wagon alternatives.

For buyers valuing economical drive and compact exterior dimensions, the IONIQ remains a sensible choice.

What fits in the Hyundai IONIQ trunk?

Tested: 100 products — 66 fit with seats up, 27 only with seats folded.

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Which strollers fit in the Hyundai IONIQ?

7 fit upright, 5 folded-only, 1 do not fit.

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Which suitcases fit in the Hyundai IONIQ?

17 fit upright, 3 folded-only, 0 do not fit.

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Which travel bags fit in the Hyundai IONIQ?

8 fit upright, 0 folded-only, 0 do not fit.

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Which trunk organizers fit in the Hyundai IONIQ?

7 fit upright, 0 folded-only, 0 do not fit.

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Which camping boxes fit in the Hyundai IONIQ?

1 fit upright, 2 folded-only, 2 do not fit.

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Which mobility aids fit in the Hyundai IONIQ?

7 fit upright, 4 folded-only, 1 do not fit.

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Which garden tools fit in the Hyundai IONIQ?

3 fit upright, 2 folded-only, 3 do not fit.

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Does not fit

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Which ladders fit in the Hyundai IONIQ?

8 fit upright, 8 folded-only, 0 do not fit.

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Which hand trucks fit in the Hyundai IONIQ?

4 fit upright, 2 folded-only, 0 do not fit.

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Which boxes fit in the Hyundai IONIQ?

4 fit upright, 1 folded-only, 0 do not fit.

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