As Hyundai shifts to fully electric models like the Ioniq 5 and other Ioniq-branded models, there's no room left in the lineup for the original. Hyundai has announced that the Ioniq Hybrid and the Ioniq Electric will cease production at the Ulsan, South Korea plant in July 2022. In case you forgot about the first vehicle to use the Ioniq name, the model launched back in 2016 and received a mid-cycle refresh for the 2020 model year.

Hyundai offered hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and all-electric versions, all of which are no longer available to order in North America. If you want one, you'll have to find one that's landed at a local dealership.

The Korean automaker says this move is based on "changing customer demands," likely focusing more on all-electric E-GMP models such as the upcoming Ioniq 6 and Ioniq 7.

The Ioniq Hybrid originally debuted as a Toyota Prius rival, later beating out its Japanese competitor as the most fuel efficient vehicle in America rated at 59 miles per gallon combined. Even more impressive, the Ioniq was cheaper than the Prius starting at just $23,600. The Ioniq Plug-In Hybrid was equally impressive. Starting at only $26,800, the PHEV added 29 miles of electric-only range with a $4,543 tax credit that essentially eliminated the plug-in premium.

As for the Ioniq EV, it is far from the most advanced electric car available today, especially when compared to the more modern Ioniq 5. With a 170-mile range and 100 kW peak charge speed, the Ioniq Electric is outclassed by newer EVs with larger batteries and quicker charge times. That being said, the Ioniq had value on its side, starting at just $33,245. For comparison, the cheapest Ioniq 5 costs $39,950.

We doubt any car enthusiasts will mourn the loss of the Ioniq, but it's a great little economy car that's worthy of an honorable send-off.