Hyundai has already made a huge splash in the electric vehicle segment with its excellent Ioniq 5 crossover as well as the smaller Kona EV. The Korean automaker is continuing to focus on its EV efforts, and the Ioniq 6 is the next step in that direction.
It is a sporty-looking, streamlined EV that’s packed with safety and convenience features that make it an attractive proposition for new EV buyers. The Ioniq 6’s great combination of price, range, and unique design details will get the attention of other automakers.
Here is our pick of the Hyundai Ioniq 6’s coolest features.
1. What Does Ioniq Mean?
According to Hyundai, the Ioniq name is a mix of the words “ion” and “unique.” This isn’t the most exciting backstory, but this is how the Korean automaker’s Ioniq brand came to be, and it’s already an established nameplate in the EV segment.
2. Up to 361 Miles of Range
The Ioniq 6 offers an impressive 361 miles of range in SE Long Range RWD guise, which is substantially more than the 272 miles offered by the rear-wheel drive Tesla Model 3, placing it firmly in the group ofEVs with the best range. The Ioniq 6 SE Long Range RWD can also drive longer on one charge than the more expensive Model 3 Long Range (333 miles).
The Ioniq 6 SE Long Range AWD has a claimed range of 316 miles, while the Ioniq 6 SEL RWD can go 305 miles on a full battery. The Ioniq 6 SEL AWD and IONIQ 6 Limited AWD do experience quite a dramatic drop in range compared to the other models in the lineup, with each of these models only delivering 270 miles of range.
The vehicle’s impressive range doesn’t just come courtesy of the big 77.4 kWh battery pack that equips long-range and all-wheel drive models. Its streamlined body shape, which is unique on the market, gives the vehicle a very low drag coefficient of just 0.21, which allows it to cut through the air with more ease than other cars.
Finally, the cheapest Ioniq 6 ($41,600), the SE Standard Range RWD, can travel 240 miles on a fully charged battery. As you may see, the Ioniq 6 offers plenty of options when it comes to range across its model lineup, so finding your ideal Ioniq 6 configuration shouldn’t be too difficult.
3. Decent Passing Power
The dual-motor Ioniq 6 isn’t going to blow your ears off with insane acceleration like a Tesla Model 3 Performance would, but it’s a capable EV that can handle merging in traffic very well. It makes 320 horsepower from its dual electric motors and a respectable 446 lb-ft of torque.
The Ioniq 6 will get you up to speed without any fuss thanks to its dual motors providing grippy AWD, and 60 mph arrives in under five seconds, which not too long ago was considered the exclusive realm of sports cars.
The Ioniq 6 is meant to be a comfortable sedan that’s higher on style than outright pace, at least until a dedicated performance version is launched, so it’s no surprise there are many quicker EVs on the market. The bright side is that the Ioniq 6 is an extremely practical EV that’s perfect as a daily driver, so insane acceleration isn’t all that necessary to make it a compelling choice.
4. Starts at $41,600
The most affordable Ioniq 6 you can buy starts at $41,600, which is slightly more expensive than the entry-level Tesla Model 3 RWD. For your $41,600, you can step into an Ioniq 6 SE Standard Range, with a 53 kWh battery pack, which delivers 240 miles of range along with a single motor powering the rear wheels.
The power is a bit underwhelming at 149 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. The base Ioniq 6 won’t make it on the list of thebest electric vehicles for enthusiasts, but that’s not the point of the Ioniq 6, especially not the less powerful rear-wheel drive models.
5. High-Tech and Sustainable Interior
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 has a striking exterior design, but the interior might be its best feature. This is good because you’re going to spend most of your time driving your Ioniq 6. Hyundai adopted a minimalist approach to interior accommodations, and the company has hit it out of the park with how it implemented these principles.
The door panels are a perfect example of this. Taking a look at the driver’s side door panels reveals a design that’s refined yet futuristic. You won’t find any window controls on the interior door panels; those have been moved over to the center console area. The result is an ultra-clean look, and the door cards also feature awesome ambient lighting with up to six dual-color themes.
The dual-color themes allow you to set up the ambient lighting using two complementary colors, giving the interior a welcoming mood. You can also choose from 64 different colors to set up your ambient lighting precisely to your taste. There’s even a feature Hyundai calls Speed Sync Lighting, which varies the interior lighting with your Ioniq 6’s speed.
The Ioniq 6 also has a sliding glove box, which is a neat touch that is also practical. Instead of the traditional drop-down glove box, you might be used to, the Ioniq 6’s glove box slides out like a cabinet drawer.
Like many otherEV companies using eco-friendly interior materials, Hyundai uses recycled materials in the interior, such as recycled PET bottles and vegan leather. The interior of the Ioniq 6 is a great place to spend time, especially while you’re charging on the go.
6. 10 to 80% Charge in 18 Minutes
If you charge your Ioniq 6 at a location offering 350 Kw DC fast charging, you can expect to bring up your Ioniq 6’s state of charge from 10 to 80% in only 18 minutes, which means you’ll be hitting the road in no time after a quick charge. It is one ofthe quickest-charging EVs that you can buy,alongsideits Ioniq 5 crossover stablematethat’s built on the same E-GMP platform.
This is a huge plus of Hyundai’s 800-volt architecture and will surely be a selling point that should sway many buyers over to the Ioniq 6.
7. Includes Two Years of Free Charging With Electrify America
Another standard Ioniq 6 (and Ioniq 5) perk is the inclusion of two years of free charging via Electrify America. Various automakers offer free charging plans, but two years of free fast charging make the Ioniq 6 stand out from others that only offer free charging up to a certain limit.
If your job takes you on the road frequently, the Ioniq 6’s free charging is something that might pique your interest.
With the Ioniq 6’s vehicle-to-load (V2L)bidirectional charging functionality, you can conveniently charge your peripherals inside your Ioniq 6 where you’ll find a plug that can output up to 3.6 kW of power. You can also connect an adaptor to the charge port to power compatible peripherals using the vehicle’s battery.
This is a great feature to have if you’re out camping in your Ioniq 6 because it can power your laptop from inside the vehicle as well as other camping equipment on the outside via the charge port adapter.
9. Dual Motor Option for AWD and Added Power
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is available as a single-motor, rear-wheel drive vehicle, and this helps to keep the price down if you want a cheaper option. But if you want AWD and more power, you may opt for the 320-horsepower dual-motor setup, which is way faster than the rear-wheel drive car.
It’s also great to see that Hyundai opted to make the single-motor Ioniq 6 a rear-wheel drive vehicle, as this should make the car much more appealing for enthusiasts.
10. Includes Bluelink+ Connected Car Service
Bluelink+ is Hyundai’s connected car service, and it provides extremely useful functionality for your Ioniq 6. You can use the Bluelink+ app to schedule charging for your Ioniq 6, as well as remotely unlock your vehicle’s doors.
Bluelink+ provides tons of functionality, like setting up your climate control exactly how you want it via the app, so your vehicle’s cabin temperature is just right when you’re ready to drive it. Hyundai provides this feature free of charge, which is great to see, unlike some other manufacturers that are nowcharging extra for subscription services.
The Ioniq 6 Is One of the Best Electric Sedans
Hyundai hit it out of the park with the Ioniq 6. It’s an attractive EV that looks like nothing else on the road. It has tons of features as well as an interior that sets it apart from the competition. Hyundai’s EV offerings are among the best on the market, and the Ioniq 6 is leading this charge.
The Korean company is also establishing its Ioniq vehicles as performance powerhouses, and the Ioniq 5 N is a perfect example of this. If you’re in the market for an EV that stands out from a sea of cookie-cutter EVs, the Ioniq 6 might be the perfect choice. If you want one with more power, you can wait for the Ioniq 6 N model inspired by the RN22e concept.
