Hyundai Ioniq Electric 28 kWh (2018).

A mint, slow‑driven,
safe‑battery EV that has lived a soft, peaceful life.

I brought this Hyundai Ioniq Electric home in 2018 for 1.8 million baht, back when EVs were still rare and felt like a quiet promise of a cleaner future.

I chose it because I wanted something calm,
something gentle,
something that didn’t fight with the world.
And this car has been exactly that —
a soft, quiet companion that never asked for anything and always gave me peace in return.

It’s the 28 kWh version with the lithium‑ion polymer battery, not the newer high‑density lithium‑ion packs.
This chemistry is safer,
more stable,
and less prone to overheating or thermal runaway.

It doesn’t swell,
it doesn’t get angry,
and it doesn’t behave unpredictably.
It’s the kind of battery that simply lives quietly,
just like the way I drive.

Today, after years of gentle use, the battery is still at 97%, and because I drive slowly and peacefully, the real range stays around 250–300 km, which is far above average for this model.

This is not a car that has been rushed, pushed, or stressed. It has lived a soft life — and it shows.

The details that matter

year: 2018
mileage: 90,000 km
battery: 28 kWh lithium‑ion polymer (safe, stable chemistry)
real range: 250–300 km (gentle driving)
battery health: 97%
condition: mint, like a new car
location: Pathum Thani
accessories: 2 chargers (portable + home/Type 2)
price: 350,000 baht
original purchase price: 1,800,000 baht

The battery that makes this car special

The Ioniq Electric uses Li‑ion polymer, a chemistry chosen for stability and safety. It’s different from the newer EV batteries that chase higher density and run hotter.

• lower heat generation
• lower risk of thermal runaway
• stable behavior in Thai temperatures
• long‑life cells with slow degradation
• predictable charging even after years of use

This is why the battery still holds 97%, and why the car still delivers 250–300 km when driven gently. It’s a battery that ages gracefully — not dramatically.

How it feels to drive

The Ioniq Electric is a calm, quiet, predictable car. It doesn’t try to be sporty. It tries to be peaceful.
instant torque for easy city driving
soft, smooth acceleration
regenerative braking paddles for one‑pedal driving
quiet cabin with almost no vibration
stable, planted feel at highway speeds
light steering that makes parking effortless
It’s the kind of car that makes even a stressful day feel softer.

Interior, comfort, and everyday living

Hyundai designed the Ioniq to feel clean, simple, and honest — nothing flashy, just comfortable.
supportive seats that still feel new
clean dashboard with intuitive controls
touchscreen infotainment with Apple CarPlay / Android Auto
strong air‑conditioning
spacious hatchback with a generous boot
quiet cabin that feels peaceful even in traffic
Everything inside still feels fresh because I’ve cared for it like something I chose with intention.

Maintenance, reliability, and trust

The Ioniq Electric is one of the most reliable EVs in its class. With no engine, no gearbox, and very few moving parts, maintenance is simple and inexpensive.
This particular unit stands out because:
it has been driven gently
it has never been overheated or abused
it uses a safe, stable Li‑ion polymer battery
it still holds 97% capacity
it has lived a soft, peaceful life with a careful owner
This is the kind of EV buyers look for — not just “used,” but “well‑loved.”

The deeper, honest reason I’m letting it go

I’m selling this car not because of a problem, but because of a feeling.
I grew up loving petrol cars — the sound, the vibration, the rhythm of shifting gears. EVs are calm, but sometimes too calm for me. I miss the mechanical heartbeat, the little dance between engine and gearbox, the feeling of being part of the machine instead of just gliding above it.
So I’m going back to petrol. Not because this car failed me, but because I miss the joy of driving with a gear shift. It’s a personal preference, not a reflection of the car. This Ioniq has been perfect. I’m simply choosing a different kind of happiness.

Final thought

Hyundai Ioniq Electric 28 kWh (2018) — Mint Condition, 97% Battery Health, Safe Li‑ion Polymer Battery
2018 • 90,000 km • 28 kWh Li‑ion polymer
Real range 250–300 km (gentle driving)
Battery health 97%
Mint condition, like new
Pathum Thani
2 chargers included
Bought new for 1.8M baht
350,000 baht
Smooth, quiet, and beautifully efficient. Safe, stable Li‑ion polymer battery. Fast charging up to 70 kW.
Selling only because I miss the joy of shifting gears.
Message for viewing or a calm little test drive.