Second Hand Hyundai Ioniq Bonnet

The Hyundai Ioniq was produced as a single generation running from 2016 onwards, but it received a facelift in 2019 that updated the front end including the grille and lights. Bonnets from within the same pre- or post-facelift period are generally the most reliable match, so a 2016–2019 car should suit another 2016–2019 car, and a 2019-onwards car should suit another 2019-onwards car. If your car sits right on or near the 2019 boundary, confirm with the breaker using your registration before buying.

These two cars fall either side of the 2019 facelift, which brought changes to the front-end styling of the Ioniq. The bonnet shape may or may not interchange across that facelift boundary, so you cannot assume they are the same part. Give your registration to the breaker and ask them to compare the part from their vehicle against your specific year before purchasing.

The engine or drivetrain type — whether Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid, or Electric — does not affect bonnet fitment on the Ioniq, as these variants share the same front-end bodywork within a given production period. The key thing to match is the production year relative to the 2019 facelift, not the powertrain. A breaker's bonnet from any Ioniq variant of the same facelift period should be a suitable candidate.

Trim level does not affect bonnet fitment on the Hyundai Ioniq — the bonnet is the same panel whether the car is an SE, Premium, or Premium SE. You may find cosmetic differences such as whether a bonnet comes pre-fitted with insulation or has certain finishing clips, but the panel itself fits across all trim grades within the same facelift period. Just make sure the year of the donor car matches your pre- or post-2019 facelift version.

Used bonnets from breakers are sold in the original factory colour, which is unlikely to match your car unless it is a very common shade, so respraying is almost always needed. This is normal for used bodywork and does not affect fitment. Focus on matching the correct generation and facelift period first, then arrange a respray once the panel is fitted.

Yes, the registration of the donor car does not matter for fitment — what matters is that the donor vehicle is the same generation and the same facelift period as your car, with the 2019 facelift being the key boundary to check. Always give the breaker your own registration so they can verify the donor part against your exact vehicle. A reputable breaker should be able to confirm compatibility before you pay.