One of the Most Energy-efficient Vehicles in the Market
Hyundai Motor Co. has launched the IONIQ 6 Electrified Streamliner with a digital world premiere film. The new electric vehicle made its debut through Busan International Motor Show 2022 which opened at the Busan Exhibition and Convention Center on July 14.
IONIQ 6 delivers an estimated all-electric range of over 610 km, according to Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP) standard. It also has an aerodynamic styling and an array of empowering features, such as Dual Color Ambient Lighting, Speed Sync Lighting, EV Performance Tune-up and Electric Active Sound Design (e-ASD).
“IONIQ 6 is the next ambitious step forward in Hyundai Motor’s strategy to accelerate its transition to electrification and into a position as a global leader in EVs,” said Chang Jae-hoon, president and CEO of Hyundai Motor Co. “The IONIQ 6 Electrified Streamliner will provide a unique and distinctive experience for drivers and passengers, optimized in every way to redefine electric mobility.”
IONIQ 6 boasts an impressive energy consumption rate. The energy consumption of the 53-kWh standard battery with 18-inch tire and RWD motor option is estimated to be under 14 kWh/100 km, according to WLTP. This makes IONIQ 6 one of the most energy-efficient vehicles in the market.
IONIQ 6’s E-GMP architecture can support both 400-V and 800-V charging infrastructures, with 800-V charging as standard; it can accommodate 400-V charging without the need for additional components or adapters. With a 350-kW charger, IONIQ 6 can charge from 10 percent to 80 percent in just 18 minutes.
IONIQ 6, like IONIQ 5 before it, provides an innovative vehicle-to-load (V2L) function that allows customers to charge any electric devices. V2L is enabled using an available accessory adaptor and goes into the outside charging port.
IONIQ 6’s modular touchscreen dashboard integrates a 12-inch full-touch infotainment display and 12-inch digital cluster that houses advanced technologies for an enhanced digital user experience that can be customized to meet their needs.
IONIQ 6 is equipped with the next level of Hyundai SmartSense, Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, ensuring safety and convenience on the road.
Highway Driving Assist 2 (HDA 2) helps to maintain a set distance and speed from the vehicle ahead when driving on a highway and helps to center the vehicle in the lane while driving, even through a curve.
Smart Cruise Control (SCC) helps to maintain distance from the vehicle ahead and drive at a speed set by the driver by reflecting the learned driving style of the driver.
IONIQ 6 has several driver attention-related functions. Driver Attention Warning (DAW) analyzes the driver's attention while driving and warns when necessary. It provides a warning when signs of driver inattentiveness are detected, and recommends a rest if needed. During a stop, the driver is alerted if the leading vehicle departs.
Several functions work in tandem to help avoid collisions in a variety of driving situations. Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA) helps avoid collisions at the rear side of the vehicle when changing lanes. Another function, Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM), displays video of the blind-spot view for a safe lane change.
IONIQ 6 is Hyundai brand’s first model to offer the Over-the-Air (OTA) Software Update feature for various controllers. This technology allows drivers to upgrade the vehicle’s controllers for electric devices, autonomous driving, battery, and more, to provide a safer and more convenient driving experience.
Hyundai Motor will start production of the IONIQ 6 in the third quarter and began to sell them in South Korea and Europe within this year and in North America next year. The price will be set at 55 million won to 65 million won. It aims to sell 12,000 units in Korea this year. The market launch schedule will be announced later.
Hyundai Motor said it will use SK On batteries for IONIQ 6 this year and then LG Energy Solution’s batteries beginning from 2023. It made it clear that it had no plan to use batteries from China's CATL.
Hyundai Motor also announced a vision to expand its share of domestic electric vehicles sales to 45 percent in 2030. It plans to expand its EV sales from 42,000 units in 2021 to 330,000 by 2030. To that end, it will expand its EV line to 13 models, including six under the Hyundai Motor brand and seven under the Genesis brand.