Hyundai Ioniq 6 2024 review
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Overview
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is the 'electrified streamliner' — a swooping four-door saloon on Hyundai's E-GMP platform that trades SUV bulk for aerodynamic efficiency. With a drag coefficient of just 0.21, the 77.4kWh rear-drive model delivers up to 338 miles of WLTP range: the best in its class and enough to embarrass far pricier rivals.
That efficiency pairs with 800-volt charging hardware. On a 350kW DC charger the Ioniq 6 goes from 10–80% in around 18 minutes — the fastest charging of any mainstream EV at its price. The 228PS rear motor covers 0–62mph in 7.4 seconds, while the 325PS all-wheel-drive version cuts that to 5.1 seconds.
UK prices started at £46,745 for the Premium RWD, rising through Ultimate trim to £53,745 for the AWD flagship. Every UK car got the 77.4kWh battery — Hyundai never sold the smaller 53kWh version in Britain. Standard kit is strong: 20-inch alloys, a 12.3-inch touchscreen with three years of Bluelink connected services, heated front and rear seats, a full SmartSense driver-assistance suite, a heat pump, and vehicle-to-load (V2L) that can run a laptop or even charge another EV from a three-pin socket.
Safety is a highlight: five Euro NCAP stars with Best in Class 2022 for large family cars. The trade-offs are a modest 401-litre boot behind a saloon tailgate, limited rear headroom under the curved roofline, and insurance groups of 37E to 41E. But with a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty, 2% benefit-in-kind and running costs a fraction of a petrol saloon's, the Ioniq 6 is one of the smartest electric buys of 2024.
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UK price from: £46,745
Specifications
| Motor | Rear-mounted electric motor |
| Power | 228 PS |
| Torque | 350 Nm |
| 0-62 mph | 7.4 seconds |
| Battery | 77.4 kWh |
| WLTP range | 338 miles |
| Max DC charging | 350 kW (10-80% in around 18 min) |
| Transmission | Single-speed direct drive |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Boot space | 401 litres |
| Kerb weight | 1,910–1,986 kg |
| Insurance group | 37E |
| Warranty | 5 years / unlimited miles |
Features
- 228PS rear-mounted electric motor (325PS all-wheel drive available)
- 77.4kWh battery with up to 338 miles of WLTP range
- 350kW DC rapid charging: 10–80% in around 18 minutes
- 12.3-inch touchscreen with navigation and 3-year Bluelink
- Heated front and rear seats with full SmartSense assistance
- Vehicle-to-load (V2L) three-pin power outlet
- Heat pump for efficient winter driving
- 20-inch alloy wheels and full LED lighting
Common parts & prices
| Part | Price (GBP) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Premium tyre 245/40 R20 (each, fitted) | £244.99 | ATS Euromaster equivalent |
| 12V battery | £174.99 | Estimate; fitted |
| Front brake pads (set) | £59.99 | |
| Cabin pollen filter | £19.99 | |
| Front wiper blades (set) | £27.99 | |
| V2L adapter | £375 | Genuine Hyundai list price |
Pros
- Best-in-class 338-mile WLTP range
- Fastest charging in its class at 350kW
- Five-star Euro NCAP, Best in Class 2022
- Superb 0.21 drag coefficient and genuine efficiency
- Standard V2L and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty
Cons
- Only 401 litres of boot behind a saloon tailgate
- Rear headroom is limited by the curved roofline
- Pricier than a Tesla Model 3 at launch
- Insurance groups 37E to 41E are high
