The Hyundai Ioniq 6 makes a compelling case as a noteworthy EV thanks to its eye-catching appearance and remarkable 342-mile EPA-estimated range. It differentiates itself with sleek, aerodynamic styling and shares a platform with the Ioniq 5 SUV, both of which were previous EV of the Year winners (2022 for the Ioniq 5 and 2023 for the Ioniq 6). Despite having less rear headroom and cargo space, the Ioniq 6 is still feature-rich and reasonably priced. With two battery options and rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, the SE trim with the larger battery and RWD offers the longest range.
What’s New for 2025?
The Ioniq 6’s Limited trim now includes a head-up display, and the Digital Green paint option has been dropped.
Pricing and Which One to Buy
The price of the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 starts at $39,095 and goes up to $52,345 depending on the trim and options.We think the rear-wheel-drive SE single-motor configuration offers the best value, as it has the longest range estimate of any model in the lineup and more horsepower than the base Standard Range car. The SEL and Limited trim levels come only with the bigger battery pack; a dual-motor all-wheel-drive setup is optional.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Type | Rear-motor, RWD, 5-passenger sedan |
| Base Price | $46,615 |
| Price as Tested | $46,825 |
| Options | Carpeted floor mats ($210) |
EV Motor, Power, and Performance
The Ioniq 6 shares its platform with the Ioniq 5 SUV and its powertrain mostly mirrors that model’s offerings. The base 6 makes 149 horsepower and has a single electric motor powering the rear wheels. Single-motor cars equipped with the Long-Range battery pack have 225 horsepower. The more expensive 320-hp dual-motor versions provide all-wheel drive thanks to front and rear electric motors and come only with the bigger battery. While the Ioniq 6’s ride is smooth and its cabin is well-isolated and quiet, its handling is still plenty engaging. Its low center of gravity gives it a planted feel in corners and its steering-wheel paddles allow the driver to select different modes of regenerative braking on the fly.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Motor Type | Permanent-magnet synchronous AC |
| Horsepower | 225 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft |
| Battery | 77.4 kWh lithium-ion (liquid-cooled) |
| Onboard Charger | 10.9 kW |
| Fast-Charge Rate | 235 kW (DC) |
| Transmission | Direct-drive |
0-60-MPH Times
To date, we’ve tested the RWD Long Range, which reached 60 mph in 6.2 seconds, and the AWD Long Range, which was much quicker at 4.3 seconds to 60.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Suspension (F/R) | Struts / Multilink |
| Brakes (F/R) | 12.8-in vented disc / 12.8-in disc |
| Tires | Hankook Ventus S2 AS EV |
| Tire Size | 225/55R-18 98W M+S |
Range, Charging, and Battery Life
The EPA estimates a maximum range of 342 miles in the 2025 Ioniq 6 RWD with the large battery. But even the SEL RWD is rated for 291 miles and the base RWD model for 240 miles, which is still an impressive showing for the variant with the least range. The best we could do with the large battery RWD variant in our 75-mph highway range test was 260 miles, 82 miles under its EPA estimate. The AWD model came closer to its EPA estimate in the real world, achieving a 75-mph highway range of 220 miles in our testing.
Fuel Economy and Real-World MPGe
The EPA gives the rear-drive Ioniq 6 SE Long Range an estimated 140 MPGe combined rating. For more information about the Ioniq 6’s fuel economy, visit the EPA’s website.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 116.1 in |
| Length | 191.1 in |
| Width | 74.0 in |
| Height | 58.9 in |
| Passenger Volume (F/R) | 57 / 47 ft³ |
| Trunk Volume | 11 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4225 lb |
Interior, Comfort, and Cargo
Hyundai has emphasized lounge-like comfort in its Ioniq models so far, and the 6 is no exception. The cabin shows a similarly modern and minimalist aesthetic to the Ioniq 5 and its flat floor aids the feeling of spaciousness inside. As a conventional four-door sedan, it offers space for five across two rows of seating. Hyundai has gone to great lengths to ensure a quiet cabin, with several layers of sound-deadening material sandwiched between the floor and the carpeting. The cargo area inside the trunk may not rival that of a hatchback or crossover, but the rear seats fold to expand the space back there.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| 0–60 mph | 6.2 sec |
| 1/4 Mile | 14.8 sec @ 95 mph |
| 0–100 mph | 16.5 sec |
| Rolling Start (5–60) | 6.3 sec |
| 30–50 mph | 2.5 sec |
| 50–70 mph | 3.6 sec |
| Top Speed (Limited) | 116 mph |
| Braking (70–0 mph) | 168 ft |
| Skidpad Grip | 0.86 g |
Warranty and Maintenance Coverage
Hyundai provides one of the best warranty plans in the industry. Likewise, it comes with an impressive amount of complimentary scheduled maintenance.
- Limited warranty covers five years or 60,000 miles
- Powertrain warranty covers 10 years or 100,000 miles
- Battery is covered for 10 years or 100,000 miles
- Complimentary maintenance is covered for three years or 36,000 miles
