Hyundai Ioniq 28 kWh: Battery After 207,000 km

<p><strong>Hyundai Ioniq Electric</strong> with its 28 kWh battery now has 9 years and 207,000 kilometers behind it — and <strong>Bjørn Nyland</strong> has tested how much the battery has degraded. This is one of the most interesting data points available for anyone wondering how long an EV battery actually lasts. Today's <strong>Hyundai IONIQ 5</strong> is available for leasing from <strong>5,795 SEK/mo</strong>.</p><h2>Bjørn Nyland's degradation test — irreplaceable data</h2><p>Bjørn Nyland is without question one of the world's most knowledgeable and dedicated EV testers. The Norwegian YouTuber has spent years documenting EV performance with a precision and consistency no one else can match. His degradation tests are especially valuable — they provide real-world data that neither manufacturers nor lab tests can replace.</p><p><strong>We highly recommend watching the full video</strong> — Bjørn Nyland does a fantastic job presenting the test results clearly and accessibly. Our summary can never do his methodical work full justice.</p><h2>Hyundai Ioniq Electric — the early EV pioneer</h2><p>The Hyundai Ioniq Electric launched in 2017 as one of the first affordable EVs on the market. With its relatively small 28 kWh battery, it was designed for city driving and shorter commutes. The specs:</p><ul><li><strong>Battery:</strong> 28 kWh, air-cooled</li><li><strong>Range:</strong> approx. 200 km (WLTP)</li><li><strong>Power:</strong> 88 kW (120 hp)</li><li><strong>Charging:</strong> 50 kW DC (CHAdeMO)</li></ul><p>The fact that a car with these specs has covered 207,000 kilometers in 9 years suggests it was used heavily — likely as a taxi or for high-mileage daily commuting.</p><h2>What does the degradation test show?</h2><p>Bjørn Nyland's test reveals how much of the original battery capacity remains after 9 years of use and 207,000 kilometers. This is exactly the kind of long-term data the EV market needs — and that Bjørn is uniquely positioned to provide. Watch the video for the exact figures and Bjørn's analysis of what the results mean.</p><p>In general, EV batteries show better durability than many feared. Modern EVs with liquid-cooled batteries and more advanced battery management can be expected to hold up even better than older models with air cooling.</p><h2>What does this mean for you as a lessee?</h2><p>If you're considering leasing an EV, battery degradation is essentially a non-issue. On a typical 24–36 month lease, the battery won't degrade noticeably. You'll return the car long before battery age becomes a factor.</p><p>It's rather for those buying a used EV that Bjørn's data is invaluable. Knowing that a 9-year-old battery still works after 207,000 km provides reassurance that EVs last — far longer than many skeptics claim.</p><h2>From Ioniq to IONIQ 5 — a revolution</h2><p>Comparing the original Hyundai Ioniq with today's <strong>IONIQ 5</strong> shows how rapidly EV technology has evolved:</p><ul><li><strong>Battery:</strong> 28 kWh → 84 kWh (liquid-cooled, 800V)</li><li><strong>Range:</strong> 200 km → 570 km (WLTP)</li><li><strong>Fast charging:</strong> 50 kW → 240 kW (10–80% in 18 minutes)</li><li><strong>Power:</strong> 88 kW → up to 239 kW (325 hp)</li></ul><p>The IONIQ 5 is available for leasing from <strong>5,795 SEK/mo</strong> at Hyundai Sweden — one of the market's most complete EVs with V2L (vehicle-to-load), ultra-fast charging, and a spacious interior.</p><h2>Leasing in the same segment</h2><p>If you're looking for a mid-range EV, there are several strong options:</p><ul><li><strong>Hyundai IONIQ 5:</strong> from 5,795 SEK/mo (service included)</li><li><strong>Tesla Model Y:</strong> from 4,995 SEK/mo (no service)</li><li><strong>Kia EV5:</strong> from approx. 5,500 SEK/mo (service included)</li><li><strong>Volkswagen ID.4:</strong> from 5,995 SEK/mo (service included)</li></ul><h2>Watch Bjørn Nyland's video — the best source there is</h2><p>Bjørn Nyland continues to deliver the most important independent data in the EV world. His degradation tests on real cars with hundreds of thousands of kilometers answer questions no one else can. We're incredibly grateful for his work and recommend anyone considering an EV to follow his channel.</p><p>Compare the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and other EVs for leasing on privatleasa.se.</p>