Hyundai has a whole new Ioniq on the market and it’s going to be a game changer. Hyundai is calling this model the “Ioniq 6”. It changes everything you’ve known about the Ioniq. The new Ioniq is all-new, bringing with it all of the bells and whistles we’ve come to expect in an up-to-date model, while also keeping everything that has made it such a smash hit with customers. In case you missed our first look at the Ioniq 6, here are some of the highlights from our initial impressions.
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 EV is a step-up from the previous generation.
The Ioniq 6 is a step up from the previous generation of the all-electric Hyundai Ioniq, but it isn’t a step up into any kind of all-new model with completely new features. Instead, the upgrades made here are meant to bring the Ioniq 6 in line with Hyundai’s growing reputation for quality and performance. The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is powered by a new, larger battery that increases its range to an impressive 186 miles. Hyundai has also completely redesigned the power controller along with the new battery, which it claims gives the Ioniq 6 a smooth and more powerful range. These changes result in what Hyundai is calling a “step up” from the Ioniq 5.
The interior of the Hyundai Ioniq 6 EV is stunning.
The interior of the Ioniq 6 EV has a beautiful, premium look and feel thanks to a combination of high-quality materials and impeccable design. The large, center touchscreen is excellent and offers plenty of controls. Hyundai has even added Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration, allowing you to use your phone to play music and make calls. The Ioniq’s interior also has a high level of connectivity and safety features. You get a wireless smartphone charging pad in the back seat, something that’s becoming more common in luxury vehicles. You also get adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping assist to keep you safer on the road. Hyundai has made a few small changes to the Ioniq’s interior to give it a bit more personality, like the addition of some chrome trim and a new steering wheel design that matches the exterior nicely.
The all-new Hyundai Ioniq 6 EV offers more space and fully loaded features
While the interior of the Ioniq 6 is stunning, the real story here is the changes made to the exterior and interior of the Hyundai Ioniq 6 EV. Hyundai is touting the fact that the Ioniq 6 EV has a more spacious interior than before. It’s also got more cargo capacity with a larger trunk. The Hyundai Ioniq 6 EV’s exterior also gets a significant upgrade. It now comes standard with LED headlamps and taillamps, as well as new body color options like Forest Green and Onyx Black. The Ioniq 6 EV also adds a new Electric Foldable Mirrors option for a bit less than $500. For the interior, the Ioniq 6 EV now has two USB outlets in the front, improving the flow of power throughout the cabin. It also has a new charging port that gets rid of the need to remove shoes, making it easier to charge up your phone or other devices in the car.
What We Love About It
Long range - 379 miles
New interior and exterior options
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
Wireless charging pad in the back
New USB-C charging port (not new, but new for Hyundai’s standard)
324hp and 605Nm of torque
Conclusion
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is a huge step up from the previous generation. The Ioniq 6 brings a redesigned, larger battery and has been completely re-engineered with new electronics to give it a smooth, more powerful range with full charge. The interior of the Ioniq 6 EV is stunning, with more space and fully loaded features. The Ioniq 6 also comes standard with a new charging port that gets rid of the need to remove shoes, making it easier to charge up your phone or other devices in the car. The Ioniq 6 also has foldable mirrors, a new charging port, a new standard-bearer for Hyundai, and better safety features. We can’t buy one now thanks to the expensive price, limited availability, and limited public charging stations. However, with Hyundai’s commitment to making this an all-new model, we likely won’t have to worry about these issues for long.