Competes with: Chevrolet Bolt EV, Nissan Leaf, Tesla Model 3
Looks like: A more livable Prophecy concept
Powertrains: Single electric drive motor or dual motors with 77.4-kilowatt-hour battery pack; rear-wheel drive (single motor) or all-wheel drive (dual motors)
Hits dealerships: Early 2023
Hyundai’s introduction for the all-electric Ioniq sub-brand, the Ioniq 5 SUV, was geared toward young families. Now, the automaker has announced details on its second model, the four-door Ioniq 6 sedan, which it sees as better suited for young professionals. Hyundai revealed the Ioniq 6 in June and now fills in the gaps with expected performance, range and charging specs for overseas variants; U.S.-specific details will follow in November.
Related: Hyundai Ioniq 6 Revealed, Resembles Prophecy Concept
Exterior as Prophesied
The Ioniq 6 takes on many design elements from the Prophecy concept that preceded the production model: a low hood, high roof with a single curvature, and signature pixelated lighting. The EV shares the same Electric Global Modular Platform as its Ioniq 5 sibling, but it’s longer (191 inches versus 183 inches) with a shorter wheelbase (116 inches versus 118 inches). The sedan will offer 18-inch wheels standard or 20-inch wheels as an option
Although Hyundai did not confirm details about which Ioniq will be the first to wear the performance N badge, it did say the first all-electric N model will be revealed later in the week. Currently, Hyundai offers three N models: the Elantra N, Kona N and Veloster N (the latter will not return for the 2023 model year).
Workspace on Wheels Inside
The Ioniq 6 interior aims to maximize occupant space and productivity thanks to its flat floor and thinner seat design compared with Hyundai’s gas-powered models. The flat center console can double as a work surface for a laptop, and there are four USB-C ports and one USB-A port for plugging in devices.
Like the Ioniq 5, the Ioniq 6 gets a vehicle-to-load function that can charge large devices with an adapter that plugs into the outside charging port or a household outlet under the second row intended for charging laptops and other small devices.
Familiar Powertrains With More Range
The Ioniq 6 will be powered by a 77.4-kWh battery pack and a choice of single-motor rear-wheel drive or a dual-motor setup for all-wheel drive. Matching the Ioniq 5’s specs, the AWD model is expected to get 320 horsepower, 446 pounds-feet of torque and have a 0-60 mph time of approximately five seconds. Although Hyundai did not provide figures for the single-motor option, it will likely mirror the Ioniq 5 with 225 hp and 285 pounds-feet of torque.