The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is a compact luxury sedan/hatchback that debuted in November 2022. It is the second model in the Ioniq line, following the Ioniq 5 crossover SUV.
Design and Dimensions
The Ioniq 6 has a unique, aerodynamic design with a sloping roofline, a long wheelbase, and a narrow front grille. Its length stands at 4,935 mm (195 inches), width at 1,895 mm (75 inches), and height at 1,506 mm (59 inches). The Ioniq 6 is 7 mm (0.3 inches) shorter than the Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class but wider.
Powertrain and Performance
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is available with two battery sizes: a 77 kWh pack and an 87.2 kWh unit, both of which are paired to electric motors producing 226-325 horsepower (depending on trim). The larger battery and more powerful motor result in improved range, up to 614 km (379 miles) according to the WLTP cycle.
Interior and Features
The Ioniq 6 features a spacious interior with ample legroom for passengers. A 12.3-inch touchscreen display serves as the primary interface for infotainment, navigation, and vehicle settings. The car also includes an available heads-up display (HUD), a panoramic sunroof, and dual-zone automatic climate control.
Safety Features
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 comes standard with numerous advanced safety features such as forward collision avoidance, lane-keeping assistance, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert.
Trim Levels and Pricing
Hyundai plans to offer the Ioniq 6 in a variety of trims: the entry-level 'Light', followed by higher-end variants named 'Plus' and 'Ultimate'. The base Light trim should start around $42,500 for the US market.
Competitors
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 competes directly with other compact luxury electric vehicles such as the Audi A4 e-tron, the BMW i4, the Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class, and the Volvo C40 Recharge.
