How much does it cost to charge a Hyundai Ioniq 5 at home in New York?
$27.52 for a full charge
- Per 100 miles
- $8.73
- A month at 1,000 miles
- $87.29
- Per mile
- 8.7¢
- Gas at 30 mpg, same miles
- $149.33
2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 SE RWD, EPA 29.6 kWh per 100 miles, at New York’s average rate of 29.5¢ per kWh (EIA, June 2026). Filling the 84.0 kWh battery from empty takes about 93.3 kWh from the wall at 90% charging efficiency. How we calculate this
Electricity versus gasoline
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 | Gas car | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per 100 miles | $8.73 | $14.93 | $6.20 |
| A month (1,000 mi) | $87.29 | $149.33 | $62.04 |
| A year (12,000 mi) | $1,047.48 | $1,792.00 | $744.52 |
Home charging beats gas for this car as long as electricity costs less than 50.5¢ per kWh. Negative differences mean the gas car is cheaper. The 30 mpg comparison car is our assumption; see the methodology.
What it costs at other monthly mileages
| Miles a month | Energy | Electricity | Gas (30 mpg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 | 148 kWh | $43.65 | $74.67 |
| 750 | 222 kWh | $65.47 | $112.00 |
| 1,000 | 296 kWh | $87.29 | $149.33 |
| 1,500 | 444 kWh | $130.94 | $224.00 |
| 2,000 | 592 kWh | $174.58 | $298.67 |
Charging in New York compared with other states
New York’s residential rate is the 5th most expensive of 51 states and DC, 11.2¢ above the US average of 18.3¢ (+61%). New York’s rate is up 2.9¢ from June 2025 (26.6¢, +11.1%).
Ways to spend less
- Ask your utility about a time-of-use or EV rate and schedule charging for off-peak hours; the car or charger can do it automatically.
- Precondition the cabin while the car is still plugged in, so heating or cooling comes from the grid instead of the battery.
- Keep tires at the pressure on the door-jamb sticker; underinflated tires raise consumption.
- Drive 100 fewer miles a month: saves $8.73 at 29.5¢ per kWh.
Questions
How much does it cost to fully charge a Hyundai Ioniq 5 in New York?
About $27.52. Filling the 84.0 kWh battery from empty takes about 93.3 kWh from the wall at 90% charging efficiency. at 29.5¢ per kWh.
How much does it cost to charge a Hyundai Ioniq 5 per month?
About $87.29 a month at 1,000 miles (29.5¢ per kWh), or $1,047.48 a year in New York. At the EPA rating of 29.6 kWh per 100 miles, 1,000 miles take 296 kWh from the wall.
How much does it cost to charge a Hyundai Ioniq 5 per mile?
8.7¢ a mile, or $8.73 per 100 miles in New York.
Is charging a Hyundai Ioniq 5 cheaper than gas?
Yes in New York: $8.73 per 100 miles against $14.93 for a 30 mpg car at $4.48 a gallon (AAA, September 24, 2026). It stays cheaper as long as electricity costs less than 50.5¢ per kWh.
How many kWh does it take to charge a Hyundai Ioniq 5?
Filling the 84.0 kWh battery from empty takes about 93.3 kWh from the wall at 90% charging efficiency. Most charging sessions top up part of the battery, so a typical night uses less.
How does charging in New York compare with other states?
New York’s residential rate is the 5th most expensive of 51 states and DC, 11.2¢ above the US average of 18.3¢ (+61%). New York’s rate is up 2.9¢ from June 2025 (26.6¢, +11.1%).
Sources
- EPA rating carrier: 84.0 kWh RWD: 129/100/114 MPGe city/hwy/combined, 318 mi EPA
- EPA rating carrier: SE/SEL/Limited RWD EPA-est. 318 mi
- U.S. EPA and DOE, fueleconomy.gov (official ratings; verify here)
- AAA, national average price of regular gasoline, September 24, 2026
- U.S. Energy Information Administration, Electric Power Monthly, Table 5.6.A: average price of electricity to ultimate customers, residential, June 2026 Figures transcribed from republications of this table on September 26, 2026; pending direct verification from the EIA API.
- Carrier page: June 2026 residential average price, citing EIA Electric Power Monthly Table 5.6.A
Usage assumptions (hours a day, season) are ours and listed on the methodology page. Found an error? Tell us.