Video Summary
Here is the summary of the YouTube video.The Ioniq 6 is surprisingly fast, achieving 0-100 km/h in under 4.8 seconds. This long-term review looks at the driving performance and practicality of the Ioniq 6. New to the lineup is a base model with a 53kWh battery, rear-wheel drive and a $65,500 price tag (AUD). The Epic model has a larger 77.4kWh battery and all-wheel drive, costing $85,500 (AUD).
The Ioniq 6 is built on an 800-volt architecture, enabling 350kW DC fast charging.
The reviewer calls the vehicle gorgeous. The low bonnet increases visibility while reducing drag to 0.21. The front active aero shutters adjust for air conditioning and battery cooling.
The 20-inch wheels and Pirelli P Zero tires provide impressive handling. It handles like a much more expensive car.
The rear doors open wide. The interior uses recycled materials, including ocean-based plastics and flaxseed oil.
Many are used in the interior, with soft-touch materials, the leather seats are heated and cooled with Zero Gravity relaxation mode. Rear passengers have plenty of legroom and enjoy features like heated seats, USB-C ports, map pockets, and air vents.
Despite having a 401-liter boot, there is more practical space, and it can be increased by dropping the seats. It can easily contain 2 large suitcases.
The infotainment display is user-friendly, is sharp, color-accurate, and snappy but does require a wired Apple CarPlay. Heated and ventilated seats and a functional sunroof are also included. Other key features noted in the review:
- It is very quiet.
- The steering is excellent.
- There are lots of cameras.
- The window controls are centrally placed.
The drive is cruisy and easy, especially with the smooth-centering lane-keep assist. The safety system is now easier to turn off as part of a firmware update. Real-world range tested to ~400km is a great choice for an EV car. The Ioniq 6 is recommended, and CarSauce.com can provide help sourcing them. Overall, the car is impressive.
