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Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2021 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In Hybrid

Overall rating NHTSA-grounded

Average

Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $3,000–$4,500

The 2021 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid has no recalls but shows some repeated complaints, particularly in the electrical system and brakes, indicating an average reliability level.

Most-common failures

Part Typical mileage Cost range Frequency
electrical system20,000–40,000 miles$300–$600common
service brakes30,000–50,000 miles$250–$500common
collision avoidance20,000–40,000 miles$200–$400occasional

Scheduled maintenance to budget

Routine items every owner should plan for.

  • oil change every 5,000 miles
  • battery inspection annually
  • brake fluid replacement every 3 years
  • air filter replacement every 15,000 miles

Warning signs to watch for

Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.

  • intermittent electrical issues
  • reduced braking performance
  • unexpected collision warnings

Generated by gpt-4o on 8/20/2026. Cost ranges are conservative estimates that account for typical regional variation.