Hyundai has been noticed testing a prototype for a compact electrical sedan to be known as the Ioniq 6.
Whereas it might appear like a contemporary interpretation of the Dodge Neon underneath the heavy camouflage gear, the ultimate design is predicted to resemble the gorgeous Hyundai Prophecy idea unveiled in 2020.
Among the extra uncommon options of the Prophecy idea, such because the joystick steering, will not make it to manufacturing. However a number of the idea’s styling options, akin to pixel-style lights and propeller-inspired wheels for lowering air resistance, may be seen on the prototype.
The Ioniq 6 shall be revealed quickly, which means we should always see it arrive as a 2023 mannequin. It’ll characteristic Hyundai Motor Group’s E-GMP modular EV platform that debuted within the Ioniq 5 and can also be shared with the associated Kia EV6 and Genesis GV60. The platform may even underpin a big crossover Hyundai will launch in 2024, seemingly because the Ioniq 7.
The platform helps a 0-60 mph time of lower than 3.5 seconds, high velocity of 161 mph, and vary approaching 300 miles. These figures could possibly be reserved for an Ioniq 6 N efficiency range-topper, a mannequin Hyundai has teased prior to now. Hyundai is already engaged on an Ioniq 5 N, and there is already the Kia EV6 GT with 576 hp on faucet.
The E-GMP platform additionally options an 800-volt electrical system, which makes charging at excessive kilowatt scores potential—we’re speaking an 80% cost in 18 minutes. One other characteristic is bi-directional charging, which permits E-GMP automobiles to energy gadgets and houses and even cost different EVs.
Hyundai Prophecy idea
Hyundai Prophecy idea
Hyundai Prophecy idea
Hyundai hasn’t confirmed the Ioniq 6 for the U.S. however there is a good likelihood we see it right here. It could even be constructed right here, as Hyundai in 2021 introduced plans to make investments $7.4 billion in its U.S. operations by means of 2025, with the majority of this to be spent on including EV manufacturing.
The Ioniq 6 will instantly rival the Tesla Mannequin 3, and to a lesser extent the extra premium BMW i4 and Polestar 2.
Keep tuned for extra particulars on the Ioniq 6 as growth continues.
