ELECTRIC VS PETROL CAR: WHICH IS REALLY CHEAPER? HYUNDAI IONIQ 5 VS HYUNDAI TUCSON

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This "What Car?" video pits the Hyundai Ioniq 5 electric SUV against the Hyundai Tucson petrol hybrid in a 200-mile real-world cost comparison. While the Tucson's £26.64 fuel cost for the journey was significantly cheaper than the Ioniq 5's £44.68 public charging cost, the narrative strongly emphasizes that this comparison is heavily skewed by the charging location. The reviewer highlights that charging the Ioniq 5 at home, using a typical home wallbox rate (27p/kWh), would slash the cost to £16.75, and on an overnight tariff (7p/kWh), it would be an astonishing £4.34. This effectively demonstrates that for long-term savings, home charging is crucial for EVs. Both SUVs received praise for their comfortable motorway ride and competent performance, though both had minor criticisms regarding low-speed ride harshness and road noise. The Ioniq 5's ultra-fast charging capability (reaching 217 kW) was noted as a significant advantage, despite the higher public charging cost. The video concludes that while the Tucson is cheaper on this specific public charging scenario, the EV's potential for much lower running costs, contingent on home charging, makes it the more economical choice for private buyers in the long run.