Hyundai Ioniq 6 SE vs Toyota Camry Hybrid LE: 5-year cost to own in District of Columbia

Q: Is the Hyundai Ioniq 6 SE or the Toyota Camry Hybrid LE cheaper to own over 5 years in District of Columbia?

The Toyota Camry Hybrid LE stays the cheaper car to own — about $37,927 vs $54,860 for the Hyundai Ioniq 6 SE, a $16,933 difference over 5 years.

Q: How much more does the Hyundai Ioniq 6 SE cost to buy than the Toyota Camry Hybrid LE?

The Hyundai Ioniq 6 SE starts at $42,000 — $13,000 more than the Toyota Camry Hybrid LE ($29,000). Over 5 years the ownership gap is $16,933 in favor of the Toyota Camry Hybrid LE.

Q: Which costs less per mile — the Hyundai Ioniq 6 SE or the Toyota Camry Hybrid LE?

The Toyota Camry Hybrid LE: $0.63 vs $0.91 per mile all-in ($632 vs $914 per month) in District of Columbia.

By the EVCostIQ research desk · reviewed against our public methodology · every source dated on this page

As of July 1, 2026, over 5 years in District of Columbia, the Toyota Camry Hybrid LE stays the cheaper car to own — about $37,927 vs $54,860 for the Hyundai Ioniq 6 SE, a $16,933 difference over 5 years. District of Columbia's electricity (25.4¢/kWh, 35% above the U.S. average) and $4.17/gal gas are fed straight into both totals. The expired federal $7,500 EV credit is not applied to either total.

Cheaper to own over 5 years · District of ColumbiaToyota Camry Hybrid LE · $37,927 total · $16,933 less than the Hyundai Ioniq 6 SE

Hyundai Ioniq 6 SE vs Toyota Camry Hybrid LE — where the money goes

5-year total cost of ownership by component, by vehicle (USD). Estimates; sources dated in the methodology.
Cost component	Electric · Hyundai Ioniq 6 SE	Hybrid · Toyota Camry Hybrid LE
Depreciation (estimated)	$24,360 (44%)	$11,310 (30%)
Charging / fuel	$5,405 (10%)	$5,317 (14%)
↳ of which charging loss	12% (~$649)	—
Maintenance	$3,660 (7%)	$4,560 (12%)
Insurance	$13,750 (25%)	$11,500 (30%)
Financing interest	$7,335 (13%)	$4,890 (13%)
Registration & fees	$350 (1%)	$350 (1%)
Total cost of ownership	$54,860	$37,927

The charging-loss row is the ~10–15% of electricity lost to AC charging that you pay for but never reaches the battery — we include it; most calculators don't.

When does the Hyundai Ioniq 6 SE win?

Even at 30,000+ mi/yr or a 15-year hold, the Toyota Camry Hybrid LE stays cheaper here — its lower price and slower depreciation dominate. The Hyundai Ioniq 6 SE is the pick mainly for reasons beyond 5-year cost (performance, emissions, HOV access, home-charging convenience).

Hyundai Ioniq 6 SE vs Toyota Camry Hybrid LE, side by side

Electric

Hyundai Ioniq 6 SE

5-yr total cost: $54,860
Cost / month: $914
Cost / mile: $0.91
MSRP: $42,000
Powertrain: Electric
Efficiency: 24 kWh/100mi

Hybrid Lower 5-yr cost

Toyota Camry Hybrid LE

5-yr total cost: $37,927
Cost / month: $632
Cost / mile: $0.63
MSRP: $29,000
Powertrain: Hybrid
Efficiency: 47 mpg

District of Columbia electricity: 25.4¢/kWh EIA
Gas price (District of Columbia): $4.17/gal AAA

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FAQ

Is the Hyundai Ioniq 6 SE or the Toyota Camry Hybrid LE cheaper to own over 5 years in District of Columbia?

The Toyota Camry Hybrid LE stays the cheaper car to own — about $37,927 vs $54,860 for the Hyundai Ioniq 6 SE, a $16,933 difference over 5 years.

When does the Hyundai Ioniq 6 SE become cheaper than the Toyota Camry Hybrid LE?

How much more does the Hyundai Ioniq 6 SE cost to buy than the Toyota Camry Hybrid LE?

The Hyundai Ioniq 6 SE starts at $42,000 — $13,000 more than the Toyota Camry Hybrid LE ($29,000). Over 5 years the ownership gap is $16,933 in favor of the Toyota Camry Hybrid LE.

Which costs less per mile — the Hyundai Ioniq 6 SE or the Toyota Camry Hybrid LE?

The Toyota Camry Hybrid LE: $0.63 vs $0.91 per mile all-in ($632 vs $914 per month) in District of Columbia.