The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is a mid-size fastback sedan. Its sole variant in the Philippine market is the Ioniq 6 GLS 2WD Long Range, priced at Php 3,798,000.
Size-wise, the Ioniq 6 is 4,855mm long, 1,880mm wide, and 1,495mm in height. It also has a wheelbase length of 2,950mm.
This Hyundai model has a permanent magnet synchronous motor and a lithium-ion battery. The motor can make up 225 horsepower and 350 Nm of torque, while the battery has a capacity of 77.4 kWh. At a single charge, the EV offers a range of 545 km.
Locally, the Ioniq 6’s closest competitor is the Kia EV6.
Launch
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 was introduced to the Philippine market in June 2023. As of its launch, its only available trim is the GLS 2WD Long Range which retails for Php 3,798,000.
Exterior
Styling for the Ioniq 6 follows the brand’s design language for its electric cars. It has a sleek exterior and a closed-off front end. But to enhance its sportiness, it likewise comes with a swept-back roof and a fastback rear-end design.
On the outside, this Hyundai EV gets LED headlamps with adaptive beams, LED daytime running lamps, and LED taillights. It also gets a rear spoiler, power-folding side mirrors, among other features.
Completing the look of the Ioniq 6 is a set of 20-inch alloy wheels.
Interior
Inside, the Ioniq 6 can seat up to five occupants. It gets a clean, minimalistic-looking cockpit that comes with a push-to-start button, a 12.3-inch instrument cluster, a center armrest, an electronic chromic rearview mirror, and a power-adjustable driver’s seat with lumbar support.
All seats are clad in leather, and its occupants are cooled by a dual-zone automatic climate control system. The rear seat also has a 60:40 split-folding function.
Tech & Safety
Safety aboard the Ioniq 6 is handled by a total of seven airbags, anti-lock braking, stability control, hill-start assist, tire pressure monitoring, an engine immobilizer, and ISOFIX child seat anchors. It also gets adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitoring, lane keep assist, emergency braking, a 360-degree view monitor, driver attention warning, lane follow assist, etc.
On-board entertainment is then provided by a 12.3-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Sound is outputted to its cabin by an eight-piece Bose speaker system and it also has a wireless smartphone charging pad.
Engine
The Ioniq 6’s motor can generate up to 225 horsepower and 350 Nm of torque, while the battery has a capacity of 77.4 kWh. At a single charge, the EV offers a range of 545 km. It then uses a single-speed reduction gear transmission.
Chassis
This Hyundai model uses a MacPherson strut for the front and a multi-link rear suspension. Braking is then handled by disc brakes for all four wheels, as well as an electronic parking brake.