Hyundai announces pricing and specification for the new Ioniq Plug-In Hybrid car.

• Offers up to 39 miles of pure electric driving, with a total range of 680 miles
• Standard equipment includes state-of-the-art ECO-DAS predictive navigation
• POD Point 7kW home charger priced at £300, including installation
• Prices start at £24,995 for Premium 1.6 GDi model (including PICG)
• On sale from 13 July through a dedicated network of 70 Hyundai dealers across the UK

The new Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid goes on sale in the UK this month, priced from £24,995 OTR, including the £2500 Plug In Car Grant. Hyundai’s Plug-in Hybrid is the third and final variant of the IONIQ line-up – the first car in the world to offer three electrified powertrains within one body type.

IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid offers up to 39 miles of pure electric driving with a total range of 680 miles.  It combines a 105 PS 1.6-litre Atkinson cycle petrol engine and a 61 PS high-efficiency electric motor, driven through a six-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT). 

The combined system output is 141 PS. Ultra-low CO2 emissions of just 26g/km means it attracts zero-rate VED in the first year and offers a low BIK rate of just 9% for 2017/18.

The new model is available in Premium and Premium SE specification. The former offers a high level of standard equipment, including: 16” alloy wheels, Bluetooth, Apple Car Play and Android Auto, Smart Cruise Control and an 8-inch integrated satellite navigation unit. Unique to the IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid variant, the navigation system features state-of-the-art ECO-DAS technology. ECO-DAS has predictive energy management that optimises the battery charge and discharge, as well as a coasting guide for the driver, instructing them when to lift off the throttle to use less fuel.

Further highlights of Premium specification include: heated front seats and steering wheel, LED headlights and rear combination lamps, wireless smartphone charging, and a Rear Parking Assist System with Rear View Camera. Standard safety features include Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), Lane Keep Assist System (LKAS) and individual Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).

For drivers seeking even greater comfort and convenience, IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid Premium SE trim starts from £26,795 including PICG. The step up adds leather seat facings, front seat ventilation, rear seat heating and an electrically-adjustable driver’s seat with memory function. Premium SE also includes alloy pedals, rain-sensing wipers, Blind Spot Detection and Front Park Assist.

The IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid is available in Polar White as standard, or with a choice of six metallic colours; Phantom Black, Platinum Silver, Iron Grey, Demitasse Brown, Marina Blue and Phoenix Orange. The lava stone interior trim features blue accents throughout the cabin and control surfaces.

Hyundai Motor UK previously named POD Point as its preferred charging partner, and a 7kW wall box can be supplied and installed at the customer’s home for £300, which includes standard installation. The Plug-In Hybrid is available as standard with the Type 2 connector and an ICCB Charging Cable which allows the car to be plugged in to a domestic three-pin outlet when no dedicated charging points are available.

IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid will be available from a dedicated Hyundai network of 70 dealers from 13 July. All IONIQ models come with Hyundai’s industry-leading 5 Year Unlimited Mileage Warranty package, with the additional high voltage battery cover of 8 years / 125,000 miles.

“This is an exciting addition to our electrified line-up,” comments Tony Whitehorn, President and CEO Hyundai Motor UK. “With up to 39 miles of electric-only power there is more than sufficient range for zero-emission daily commutes, as well as the reassurance of longer range from the hybrid powertrain when needed. We anticipate keen interest from private buyers and fleet users alike, given the Plug-in Hybrid’s great value pricing and low tax rates.

“With CO2 emissions of just 26g/km, IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid is another milestone in extending the company’s product range of low-to-zero emission vehicles, which is central to our sustainability strategy,” he concludes.

IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid pricing:

Model	Fuel Type	CO2 Emissions (g/km)	VED Band	Recommended On The Road Price	Recommended On The Road Price After PICG	P11D Value	BIK %
IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid Premium	Petrol	26	A	£27,495	£24,995	£27,440	9%
IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid Premium SE	Petrol	26	A	£29,295	£26,795	£29,240	9%
Optional Extra
Metallic / Pearl Paint					£565
POD Point 7kW home charger wall box					£300

Insurance groups: Group 11 for Premium, Group 12 for Premium SE

IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid Specification:

IONIQ	Plug- in Hybrid
	Premium	Premium SE
ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Hybrid 1.6 GDi (44.5KW Electric Motor) - 6 Speed Dual Clutch Transmission (141PS)	●	●
EXTERIOR
16" Alloy Wheels	●	●
Bumper Accents [1]	●	●
Door Mirrors - Body Coloured	●	●
Exterior Door Handles - Body Coloured with Chrome Insert	●	●
Radiator Grille - Active Air Flap	●	●
Radiator Grille - Gloss Black with Chrome Inserts [1]	●	●
Rear Bumper - Two-Tone [1]	●	●
Rear Spoiler with Integrated LED Brake Light	●	●
Side Body Moulding	●	●
Window Surround - Chrome Finish	●	●
INTERIOR STYLING
Alloy Pedals	-	●
Interior Colour-coded Seat and Trim Accents [1]	●	●
Interior Door Handles - Chrome Effect	●	●
SEATING
Driver's Seat - Heated	●	●
Driver's Seat - Ventilated	-	●
Driver's Seat - Electric Adjustments	-	●
Driver's Seat - Height Adjustment (Manual)	●	●
Driver's Seat - Lumbar Support (Electric)	●	●
Driver's Seat - Memory Function	-	●
Front Passenger's Seat - Heated	●	●
Front Passenger's Seat - Ventilated	-	●
Front Passenger's Seat Height Adjustment (Manual)	●	●
Head Restraints - Vertical and Horizontal Adjustment (Front)	●	●
Head Restraints - Vertical Adjustment (Rear)	●	●
Rear Seats - Split Folding (60/40)	●	●
Rear Seats (Outer) - Heated	-	●
Seat Trim - Cloth	●	-
Seat Trim - Leather (Seat Facings Only)	-	●
VENTILATION AND VISIBILITY
Air Conditioning - Driver-only Mode	●	●
Air Conditioning - Dual Zone Climate Control	●	●
Automatic De-fog System for Front Windscreen	-	●
Automatic Dimming Rear View Mirror	●	●
Automatic Headlights with Dusk Sensor	●	●
Automatic Windscreen Wipers with Rain Sensor	-	●
Daytime Running Lights - LED	●	●
Door Mirrors Puddle Lights	●	●
Fog Lights - LED Rear	●	●
Headlights - Bi-Xenon	●	●
Indicator Lights - Door Mirror (LED)	●	●
Interior Light - Centre	●	●
Interior Light - Luggage Compartment	●	●
Interior Light - Map Reading Light	●	●
Positioning Lights - LED	●	●
Rear Air Vents - Centre Console	●	●
Rear Light - LED	●	●
Rear Windscreen - Heated	●	●
Solar Glass with Windscreen Shade Band	●	●
CHARGING
Charging Cable - Emergency 3 Pin Connector (ICCB)	●	●
Charging Cable - 7 Pin Type 2	●	●
POD Point 7Kw Home Charger	o	o
CONVENIENCE
12V Power Outlet	●	●
Arm Rest - Front with Storage	●	●
Centre Console - Tablet Storage	●	●
Cruise Control - Smart Adaptive Speed Control	●	●
Cup Holders - Front	●	●
Door Mirrors - Electric Adjustment and Heated	●	●
Door Mirrors - Power Folding	●	●
Drive Mode Selector - Gear Lever	●	●
Electric Power Steering with Variable Drive Modes	●	●
Electric Windows - Front and Rear	●	●
Electric Windows - Front with Anti-trap and One-touch Controls	●	●
Front Seat Back Pockets - Driver's Seat	●	●
Front Seat Back Pockets - Passenger's Seat	●	●
Luggage Net	●	●
Paddle Shift Gear Change	●	●
Parking Brake - Foot Brake	●	●
Parking Sensors - Front and Rear	-	●
Parking Sensors - Rear	●	-
Parking System - Rear Camera and Guidance System	●	●
Steering Wheel - Heated	●	●
Sunglasses Holder	●	●
Tyre Repair Kit	●	●
Windscreen Washer Fluid Sensor and Warning Indicator	●	●
TECHNOLOGY AND ENTERTAINMENT
Bluetooth® Connectivity [2]	●	●
Driver's Supervision Instrument Cluster with TFT Display (7")	●	●
Eco Driving Assistant System (ECO DAS)	●	●
Phone Connection - Apple CarPlay™ [2]	●	●
Radio, RDS, DAB	●	●
Speakers - Upgraded Infinity Sound System - 1 Centre, 2 Tweeters, 2 Front, 2 Rear, 1 Subwoofer and 1 Ext Amp	●	●
Steering Wheel Audio, Phone and Cruise Controls	●	●
Touchscreen Satellite Navigation (8") including Traffic Messaging Channel, Mapcare and LIVE Services [4]	●	●
USB - Driver's Arm Rest (Charging Only)	●	●
USB and Aux Connections - Front	●	●
Wireless Phone Charging Pad [2]	●	●
SAFETY AND SECURITY
Airbag - Front Passenger De-activation Switch	●	●
Airbags - Front, Front Side, Curtain and Driver's Knee	●	●
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)	●	●
Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB)	●	●
Blind Spot Detection System (BSD)	-	●
Central Locking - Remote Control	●	●
Deadlocking	●	●
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	●	●
Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)	●	●
Lane Departure Warning System with Lane Keep Assist (LKAS)	●	●
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)	-	●
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Individual Tyre Pressure Display	●	●
CUSTOMER OPTIONS
Metallic / Pearl Paint	o	o
POD Point 7Kw Home Charger	o	o

The new Mazda3 Hatchback and Fastback now comes with the 105PS 1.5 Litre Skyactiv-D powerplant.

• Mazda3 line-up enhanced with addition of 105ps 1.5-litre SKYACTIV-D diesel engine.
• Refined, smooth and punchy SKYACTIV-D 1.5 available with hatchback and Fastback models.
• Delivers CO₂ emissions from just 99g/km and combined economy of 74.3mpg.
• Available in SE, SE Nav, SE-L, SE-L Nav and Sport Nav trim from £18,895 on-the-road.  

Mazda has added its smooth, frugal and clean 1.5-litre SKYACTIV-D diesel engine to the Mazda3. Having made its debut in the all-new Mazda2 and all-new Mazda CX-3, the 105ps SKYACTIV-D will boost the Mazda3 model line-up with frugal economy and sub-100g/km CO₂ emissions.

Designed to appeal to both fleet and private buyers, when matched to the six-speed SKYACTIV-MT manual transmission, the 105ps SKYACTIV-D emits just 99g/km with a combined economy of 74.3mpg.  

Available in hatchback and Fastback body styles, the new 1.5 SKYACTIV-D is offered across all trim levels with prices starting at just £18,895 on-the-road, while ensuring even more customer choice, the hatchback version of the SKYACTIV-D 1.5 can be specified with a six-speed SKYACTIV-DRIVE automatic transmission.

In a UK marketplace that now sees 42 per cent of C-segment diesel sales delivering sub 100g/km CO₂emissions, Mazda’s SKYACTIV-D 1.5 will ensure the Mazda3 is now a strong contender in this competitive area of the family hatch market. With 270Nm of torque and 0-62mph performance of 11.0 seconds*, the Mazda3 SKYACTIV-D 1.5 delivers the no compromise blend of performance, refinement and efficiency demanded by customers in this sector.

Developed with same Defy Convention approach as Mazda’s larger SKYACTIV-D 2.2, the smaller capacity diesel features an exceptionally low 14.8:1 compression ratio that sets new standards of efficiency and performance. 

When the compression ratio is lowered, compression temperature and pressure at top dead centre decrease. Consequently, ignition takes longer even when fuel is injected near top dead centre, enabling better mixture of air and fuel.

The advanced engine features high-dispersion solenoid fuel injectors to suppress cooling losses and provide the optimum injection pattern for the given driving conditions. 

This improves both combustion efficiency and engine refinement levels. In addition, the combustion chamber features a unique ‘shouldered’ design to suppress flow around the lip of the chamber and prevent combustion gas cooling.

As you’d expect, the engine comes as standard with Mazda’s i-stop idle-stop system, which delivers the world’s fastest restarts on a diesel engine.  

With a single variable turbine geometry turbocharger that delivers boost from low engine speeds and uses a rotation speed sensor to maintain output through to higher revs, the Mazda3 SKYACTIV-D 1.5 delivers excellent flexibility at cruising speeds and strong in-gear response. 

With peak torque of 270Nm available between 1,600 and 2,500rpm, the high-pressure exhaust gas recirculation system is supplemented by a low-pressure exhaust gas recirculation system to further enhance engine response, while the water-cooled intercooler is integrated into the engine’s lightweight manifold.

Steve Tomlinson, Head of Fleet Mazda UK: “Putting the 1.5-litre SKYACTIV-D into the Mazda3 will significantly increase the appeal of the Mazda3 to those fleets who prefer their drivers to run vehicles with a sub 2.0-litre engine, and with CO₂ emissions from 99g/km this will also make the car more popular with drivers who place low BIK taxation near the top of their consideration criteria.   

“I am confident that the addition of the Mazda3 1.5-litre diesel derivative to Mazda’s already extensive corporate vehicle choice list will enhance our fleet appeal even further when the car goes on sale on the 1^stDecember.”

*manual gearbox

All-new Mazda2 105ps Sport Nav Diesel averages over 100mpg in real-world economy test.

• All-new Mazda2 105ps Sport Nav Diesel averages over 100mpg in real-world economy test.
• Mazda’s new-generation diesel features ultra-low compression ratio and i-stop.
• Leading Mazda recorded 103.42MPG over 400 miles of real-world driving.
• Representing a 24.45 per cent improvement over official combined economy.
• Offered in SE-L, SE-L Nav, Sport and Sport Nav trim levels, the all-new Mazda2 diesel costs from £15,995 on-the-road.

Proving the real-world economy benefits of its award-winning SKYACTIV technology, Mazda has achieved strong results in the recently held MPG Marathon. 

Taking part in the annual economy driving event, which challenges competitors to find and drive the most efficient route between set checkpoints, both the all-new Mazda2 diesels entered finished in the top four, with the leading Mazda supermini recording an average economy of 103.42mpg - an impressive 24.45 per cent better than the official claimed combined economy.

Powered by Mazda’s lightweight 105ps SKYACTIV-D diesel engine, the highest placed all-new Mazda2, driven by journalists John Kerswill and Ian McKean, finished second overall – just 1.08mpg behind the overall winner. Recorded over a distance of 400 miles, the 103.42mpg average is a strong example of how with considered economic driving it’s possible to match or possibly improve manufacturers laboratory recorded fuel consumption figures.

Designed to showcase economy in real-world conditions, MPG Marathon rules stipulate that teams must arrive at checkpoints within pre-determined times to prevent cars being driven unrealistically slowly. 

With checkpoint locations placed to make using the motorway network less beneficial, the mixed road conditions and types used, increase the real-world motoring element of the event.

Equipped with Mazda’s i-stop system, which delivers the world’s fastest restarts on a diesel engine, the all-new 1.5-litre SKYACTIV-D embodies Mazda’s clean-sheet approach to combustion engines. 

The 1,499cc common-rail diesel engine features a lightweight all-alloy construction and an ultra-low 14.8:1 compression ratio – one of the lowest of any current production turbo diesel engine. 

By radically optimising the engine’s compression ratio to achieve superior air-fuel mixture levels and more uniform combustion, the 1.5-litre SKYACTIV-D has a higher expansion ratio for improved economy.

At the same time sophisticated variable geometry for immediate throttle response, coupled to low-pressure exhaust gas recirculation systems and a water-cooled intercooler integrated into the lightweight intake manifold, ensure Mazda’s latest generation 1.5-litre diesel engine impresses with its combination of exceptional economy, refinement and flexibility.

In addition, the all-new Mazda2 benefits from the all-encompassing approach of Mazda’s convention-defying SKYACTIV technology and its focus on weight saving, which achieves maximum economy, not just from engines, but from chassis, body and transmissions. This allows Mazda to boost economy at the same time as enhancing handling and performance.

Podium finishing MPG Marathon driver and journalist John Kerswill, commented “we covered 400 miles in two days, concentrating hard all the time, but the Mazda2 made it easy. It’s comfortable, quiet, handles really well and has an exceptionally smooth and willing engine that shows just how good a modern diesel can be.”  

Adding, “as soon as I drove the Mazda2 I could tell it was capable of exception economy. To get over 100mpg on ordinary roads, while beating the official combined consumption by 24.45 per cent shows this is a car that’s more than capable of doing on the road what others can only do in the lab.”

Full MPG Marathon results can be found at www.thempgmarathon.co.uk and to further highlight the real-world economy benefits of Mazda’s SKYACTIV technology, the all-new Mazda MX-5 2.0 SE-L Nav recently achieved 41.0mpg in What Car? Magazine’s True MPG testing. With an official combined consumption of 40.9mpg this makes Mazda’s sports car one of only a handful of cars to match or better its official consumption figure