Ioniq vs RX-2
Hyundai · Mazda
1/4 Mile winner
RX-2
Beats the Ioniq by 0.12s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the RX-2 beats the Ioniq comfortably, finishing 0.12 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the RX-2 thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
139 hp
130 hp
0–100 km/h
8.5s
8.5s
Top speed
160 km/h
185 km/h
Engine
1.6L Inline-4
1.3L Inline-2 (Wankel)
Fuel
Hybrid
Petrol
Torque
295 Nm
220 Nm
Price
$18,000
$22,500
Simulated race times
Distance
Ioniq
RX-2
100 m
7.094s
7.240s
1/8 mile
10.654s
10.756s
1/4 mile
16.406s
16.290s
1 km
30.922s
29.665s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Ioniq is $18,000 vs $22,500 for the RX-2 — a $4,500 gap. Top speed: RX-2 runs to 185 km/h, 25 km/h higher than Ioniq.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Ioniq or the RX-2?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the RX-2 is faster, beating the Ioniq by 0.12 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Ioniq vs the RX-2?
The Ioniq hits 100 km/h in 8.5 seconds, while the RX-2 does it in 8.5 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Ioniq produces 139 hp; the RX-2 produces 130 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Ioniq tops out at 160 km/h, and the RX-2 reaches 185 km/h.
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