Video Summary
- The Ioniq 6 manages to successfully fit a square peg into a round hole.- Base SE models start at $43,500 for rear-wheel drive, while the fully loaded all-wheel-drive Limited model stickers for $54,470.
- There’s a $7,500 rebate in place.
- Buyers should look at the BMW i4, Polestar 2, and Tesla Model 3.
- It’s built on the well-regarded 800-volt architecture E-GMP platform, the same as the Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6.
- The lithium-ion pack is rated at 77.4 kilowatt-hours.
- From 10 to 80%, it'll juice in 18 minutes using the right DC fast charger.
- The rear-drive’s range is rated as high as 361 miles, while all-wheel-drive models should achieve 270 miles.
- The frunk is big enough for a mobile charge cord or a gym bag.
- All-wheel-drive Limited models make 320 horsepower and 446 pound-feet of torque to move 4,600 pounds.
- There is a smidge of visual and audible drama on startup.
- Graphics are clean and configurable.
- Adjustable recuperation drag allows for one-pedal driving.
- Drive modes sharpen or relax throttle response and steering weight.
- Dampers are fixed.
- The Ioniq 6 corners well, and steering weight builds progressively.
- A favorite feature is the blind-spot camera.
- Overall visibility is fine but compromised rearward.
- All new Hyundais get over-the-air updatability.
- They get free data for the life of the car and map updates for three years.
- The interior is spacious, with recycled plastics and a 120-volt outlet in the back.
- The rear seats are roomy, especially for tall people, though foot room is a little tight.
- All but the base get H-Tex seats made from synthetic hides, and seats are heated and vented.
- The reviewer prefers a hatch to the sedan.
- Home charging is needed for an optimal EV experience.
- There's limited trunk space and minimal storage up front.
- Ioniq 6 is drivable art with fast DC charging, a comfortable cabin, eco materials, and balanced, athletic drivability.
