2023 Hyundai IONIQ 6 Review: An In-depth Look

[@hrdorn19]

I just leased one today. There is a $7500 federal credit you get at point of sale, as well as a $3500 MA state tax credit at point of sale as well. Because I was already a Hyundai customer, Hyundai gave me another $2500 loyalty bonus and the dealership gave me another $1500 off MSRP. My $53000 ioniq 6 ended up being $38k. Now that was a good deal. 👌🏼

[@tylershobby]

What’s your payment and what was your due-at-signing if you don’t mind me asking. I’m working on a lease deal right now for one.

[@hrdorn19]

@@tylershobby sorry, just seeing this. My monthly payment is $500. I put $1000 down.

[@Kudo716]

I might be in the minority but I LOVE how this looks. I want one so bad. Reminds me of an old Porsche mixed with a 350z. Nissan and Hyundai have really started to nail the stlylings.

[@morrigansraven61]

The average price for a car in the US is $48k, so $57K isn't that crazy for a long range EV

[@lanceareadbhar]

Average prices are pushed higher buy the expensive cars and the prices are coming down.

[@guttagutta420]

Yes cars are becoming overpriced. But to your point, $57k is crazy expensive for a non luxury brand ev. You can get a model 3 long range which is good for 333 miles of range plus it has more features than the ioniq 6 se (the only variant that promises that range) for $47k. Hell, you can get the model y long range for $50k and get 330 miles of range. There’s better options out there…this is way overpriced as is the ev6. Hyundai and Kia seem to think they’re vehicles are worth these price points and they’re not even close.

[@EVEmasta]

​@@guttagutta420agreed

[@kadota21]

Speaking to the seemingly all plastic interior- I know in the OG Ioniq hybrid those plastics were made of a fair amount of recycled materials including volcanic ash and sugarcane (if I’m remembering right). Is that still the case? Maybe they’re still leaning into that.

[@supreme2005]

I had no idea these were RWD based. That's pretty sweet

[@kgamaseg]

If I had to get an Ioniq 6, I would get the Limited RWD and then change them out for some 18 after market wheels in order to retain the longer range and still have ventilated seats, which is VERY much a necessity here in Texas during the spring, summer, fall and sometimes in winter.

[@Reddylion]

Ventilated seats yes.......... Rear wheel drive no... Front or AWD for me.

[@amigatommy7]

The red has been around for a while. Looks very nice.

[@oday3514]

I just canceled an order for a RWD Lucid Air Pure. I am VERY interested in the Ioniq 6, but VERY disappointed that the Ioniq 6 does NOT offer Hyundai's Heads Up Display in the US (they do offer it in the Ioniq 5). I would not consider the de-contented version of the Ioniq 6. Range is a key requirement for me. This is because I keep my vehicles a long time, and range is not going to improve as the car gets older.

[@svengaefgen5909]

I own a First Edition Ioniq 6 (AWD limited sunroof) and its range is absolutely sufficient for me, as we have a very good system of HPCs here in Germany.

[@kelliparker1267]

Still less expensive than a Tesla Model 3, with better build quality, and from a company that continues to innovate and isn't held back by the weirdness of its founder.

[@bitbat9]

sat in one yesterday and was really impressed. interior looks great and backseat is super spacious

[@ojongmcmoli1138]

Nice 👍. I prefer the all wheel 🛞 drive version.

[@papaagidi2838]

I like the inside a lot

[@HHHPedigrees]

Inside feels cheap for 57k car

[@juliahello6673]

ICE cars were basically the same for decades because they’d squeezed all they could out of the technology. So little useless luxury touches were differentiators. EVs are a new technology with a huge potential for design and technology growth. So things like whether the interior has plastic (lightweight and sustainable BTW) will be less important than things like efficiency, safety, autonomous features, EV-centered parts (not parts bin) will be what knowledgeable customers onside.

[@lanceareadbhar]

I think the best value are the SE models for the extra range and very good features included. If you have the money, you could put the smaller wheels on the higher trims for more range. 250 highway in worst conditions should be the standard and I think the SE AWD on eco would be close to that if needed.

[@guttagutta420]

Depends on what you value. If you value range then yes, the se would be your best best. If you value tech & features and are willing to give up a little range then the limited is your best bet.

[@GeorgeKent-rn7xv]

Beautiful car reminds me of the Infiniti J30 from 1995....

[@misaelramos83]

SEL RWD has got to be the sweet spot. Good features, nothing you don't need, 305mi range.

[@peterdeptula3628]

The looks are polarizing but I'm a fan. The car drives well and I appreciate the safety features, OTA updates, and V2L capabilities. That said, the interior is a bit lackluster. More importantly, Hyundai needs to add the wheels to the options list. Let me get the AWD higher trim version with the smaller wheels. I live in the snow belt and want the AWD but would also like to benefit from the increased range. The 6 could also benefit from some better color options. Black, White, Silver? Fine, they're expected. But the Blue is effectively gray with a hint of blue and the Green is basically black with a hint of green. The red is muted. Mazda's candy apple red really shines and the 6 could benefit from bolder choices. I think I'll wait for the 2024s to show up. Maybe Hyundai will add the HUD that the 5 already has, add heat for the rear seats, and provide some better color options.

[@treehugger354]

Exactly what I've been saying. Color options stink and forcing you to take a 50 mile cut in range if you go mid trim or upper is a lousy move by Hyundai. If I am spending over $50k for a car, I should not then have to pay for smaller wheels and tires after the fact because of their lousy business decision. Unfortunately, given how new it is, the 2024 model is essentially the 2023 with no refresh from what I read. I did let Hyundai know they blew it with these choices. Hopefully if enough tell them this they might just listen.

[@EnmandsBand1]

It looks great in red, I am tempted to order the cheapest one with the smallest battery. It would also be the most efficient one (150 kg lighter battery) and probably has range enough for daily use (I drive the 28 kWH Ioniq now...)

[@MAGApepe]

sweet car,,, was in 1 a couple weeks back,,, the price is inline with all the rest of the EVs

[@chinoXR1krr]

Im here south korea , they really quick quick , uber drivers have this and ev5 all over seoul. I want one

[@guttagutta420]

This costs too much for what it is if I’m being honest, especially with the sub par interior materials. Yes the range is impressive on the se model (if you even get near that…need to see some real world tests) but honestly that’s about it. I’m going to wait for the 24 kona…all the same features, it’s more aesthetically pleasing and it’s about $15k less and that’s the limited trim. Go lower and you’re saving even more. Sure you give up some range but it’s still plenty for most folks needs and more than my volvo c40. And if you are comparing limited to limited with awd range is about the same.

[@amigatommy7]

Could use an infotainment nob like Genesis.

[@cmiles97x38]

This is a compelling car. Besides the long recharging times, yes I know Hyundai is faster under perfect conditions, biggest issue for me not jumping into EV is resale 5 to 7 years from now. Who wants to buy a 5 year old used EV out of warranty when battery replacement would cost as much as the car itself. Like many gas cars, will this be on the road 10 years from now. I currently have a 2018 Toyota Tundra that I am confident will be on the road 10 years from now even though it is 6 years old already. Are EVs just disposable cars cost so much?

[@mjbucar]

Good review. However, I cannot say as much for this car's people and storage space; as well as and its cost.

[@andrewsmactips]

Grammar Alert: It’s “free.” It’s not “for free.”

[@TheSpoove]

I want the 361 range with all options 😅

[@HHHPedigrees]

More expensive than a Model 3?? Hyundai is tripping

[@UnenthusedEnthusiast]

It’s getting annoying that every reviewer says sedans are dead. Meanwhile every luxury manufacturer still makes and sells sedans. Not to mention there are multiple hybrid and EV sedans on the markets. The only idiotic manufacturers that try to push that narrative were GM and Ford. All Korean, German, and Japanese manufacturers are all very successful in manufacturing and selling sedans. Ok, I’ve beaten a dead horse here but it just annoys me bc it said by every KZbin reviewers and it’s just simply not true.

[@bitbat9]

yeah its stupid. the camry and accord were top sellers in america last year

[@UnenthusedEnthusiast]

Exactly!

[@landynbrown8644]

Uh Matt, you've just damaged an expensive ev with the keys you've mishandled. I thought that was pretty funny 😂 1:37

[@msmith617]

Shh, don't tell Hyundai! (We gave it a good look--no damage!)

[@PaulHo]

I somehow fall for orange cars: Element, FX35, Avalanche, Veloster, Prius C, but not the Sentra.

[@cedricjackson7521]

In Hyundai defense plastic is lighter but still does feel cheap

[@amb13nt59]

Thorough review. Thanks for saving me from my EV lust.

[@amigatommy7]

Seat hight was called out by another reviewer. Frequent problem with EVs.

[@turrboenvy4612]

no power flush handles. Just design the aerodynamics to flow over them.

[@hrdorn19]

Are we nitpicking? 😬

[@sdrammm696969]

Beutiful ❤

[@Reddylion]

Hyundai 👍🔋

[@tenofdiamonds6440]

The inability to see all of the display is also a problem in my wife's Ioniq 5 SEL and my EV6 GT. However, my EV6 has a HUD, which at least let's me know how fast I'm going! But they really need a redesign on that layout.

[@Fudge_Fantasy]

VW beetle limo.

[@farcinue]

EV’s are for the rich cognoscenti. I want one for us workerbees.

[@stanja28]

I hate SUVs with such a passion... The monstrosity don't deserve the hype they are all inevitably terrible with no exceptions. They all look exactly identical. It's good to see more small cars and sedans

[@tonyn3227]

Nice but overpriced, I rather get model 3

[@ericgregori]

Even without the dealer markup, it is more expensive than a Model 3. You can get a new Model 3 from inventory for 38K. The Ioniq 6 has better styling inside and out, but I would lease instead of buy. Lease a Hyundai / Kia, buy a Tesla.

[@myaccount__7269]

This is faster than the base m3…has 100 miles of range more…and way better build quality

[@MrBeugh]

Voila! is pronounced with a "V" sound, not a "W"... "Vwa-LAH". Just sayin'...

[@billyrock8305]

Crazy Overpriced. Crap range. (161 miles 🤣. In the cold that’s 120 miles making even a trip to the corner store a challenge). Irritating shifter. Confusing controls. Terrible storage. Nobody wants sedans anymore (not even old people) 👎🏼 Wait 3-5 years when we see real life real world EV improvements. ✅

[@ivan88296]

It's up to 361 miles with the SE RWD. None of the trims are 161 miles.

[@billyrock8305]

@@ivan88296 Virtually useless in cold weather climates with 20-25% reduction. Colossal waste of automobile transportation device funds.

[@petesig93]

@@billyrock8305 25% reduction from 361 is 271, not 161. How to admit to failing at Maths without saying "I failed" 🤣

[@mm-qd1ho]

During 2022, 80% of new car sales in Norway were EVs. In May 2023, 91% of new car sales in Norway were EVs. I hear it's pretty cold there.

[@billyrock8305]

@@mm-qd1hoTiny country. Government assistance. Most people cycle there. Norway government provides incentives: free tolls, free parking, and tax exemptions to promote zero-emission vehicles. Taxes on zero-emission vehicles were reduced while taxes on polluting vehicles were increased. As EV adoption soared, the country rolled out an extensive charging network. I wish our dumb government did the same. 😢 🇳🇴 🤓