Hyundai and Genesis Owners Exclusive: 20% Discount at Ionna Charging Stations, Starting at $0.31 per kWh

Stacked Discounts Take Effect, Significantly Lowering Charging Costs

Hyundai Motor and its luxury brand Genesis announced that starting August 20, owners of their electric vehicles in the U.S. can enjoy two stackable discounts at Ionna charging stations, totaling a 20% reduction. Ionna’s base charging rate is $0.39 per kilowatt-hour (excluding tax), which drops to $0.31 after the discount, making it one of the most competitive fast-charging prices in the country. One of the 10% discounts will expire on September 30, 2026, while the other remains available indefinitely.

Hyundai stated that the offer applies to all Ionna charging stations across the U.S., but owners must initiate charging through the automaker’s official app or Plug & Charge functionality to qualify for the discounts. Using on-site credit card readers at the charging stations will not apply the discounts. This measure aims to encourage owners to use the automaker-integrated digital payment solutions, streamlining the charging process.

Eligible Models Specified, Some Vehicles Support App Charging Only

Currently, Hyundai models eligible for the discount include the 2022 and newer Ioniq 5, 2025 and newer Ioniq 5 N, 2026 and newer Ioniq 9, and 2025 and newer Kona Electric. Notably, some 2022 to 2024 Ioniq 5 models only support charging via the app and do not yet feature Plug & Charge functionality. Genesis models supporting the discount are the 2026 and newer GV60 and Electrified GV70.

It is worth mentioning that the Ioniq 6, which has been discontinued in the U.S. market, is not included in the list of eligible models. Hyundai indicated that additional models will gain app charging support later this year but did not specify whether the Ioniq 6 will be among them. Additionally, Kia, another brand under the Hyundai Motor Group and a partner of Ionna, has not yet introduced a similar charging discount program.

Charging Network Quality Recognized, Price Advantage Attracts Owners

Ionna’s charging network was recently ranked as the top charging network in the U.S. by JD Power, known for its clean stations and high equipment reliability. With the introduction of these discounts, its price competitiveness is further enhanced. For example, charging 80 kWh would save owners approximately $6.40, reducing costs by about 20% compared to other charging networks.

Earlier in 2026, BMW and Mini electric vehicle owners also enjoyed up to a 20% discount at Ionna charging stations, which similarly expires on September 30, 2026. In comparison, Hyundai and Genesis’s discount combination offers greater long-term value, as one of the discounts has no expiration date, providing owners with a more stable cost advantage for charging.

Hyundai emphasized that owners must ensure their vehicle software is updated to the latest version to use the Plug & Charge feature. Currently, Ionna charging stations are primarily located along highways and in urban commercial areas, with plans to continue expanding coverage. This discount reflects a trend of automakers and charging operators collaborating to reduce the cost of electric vehicle ownership, which is expected to attract more consumers to choose electric vehicles for daily transportation.

Ionna was established through investments by Hyundai, Genesis, Kia, BMW, Mini, and other partners, with a mission to build a high-quality charging network. As the electric vehicle market continues to grow, the collaboration between automakers and charging operators will become a key factor influencing consumer choices.

Hyundai and Genesis Owners Exclusive: Stacked Discounts at Ionna Charging Stations Cut Rate to $0.31 per kWh

Stacked Discounts Take Effect, Significantly Lowering Charging Costs

Eligible Models Specified, Some Vehicles Support App Charging Only

Charging Network Quality Recognized, Price Advantage Attracts Owners

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