Hyundai has unveiled the new and highly anticipated IONIQ 6, the new 100% electric model, which promises excellent efficiency. It is described as an electrified streamliner, designed for the best possible aerodynamics and incorporating a wide range of sustainable materials, to reflect the values of customers looking for an electric car.
It is directly inspired by a Hyundai concept car called Prophecy. With an appearance very similar to this prototype, this IONIQ 6 is characterized by its simple lines, which provide a very clean aesthetic. The Ethical Uniqueness design language incorporated into it perfectly reflects Hyundai’s commitment to its customers, the pursuit of maximum energy efficiency and environmental responsibility.
You can choose between two different batteries, one of 53 kWh and another with a long life of 77.4 kWh. It will be offered in both front and rear-wheel drive. the most powerful variant delivers 325 hpwhich can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.1 seconds.
Hyundai has sought to optimize interior space by extending the rear and front. The cabin is fully equipped and sustainable materials have been chosen. Depending on the trim level, different types of materials can be found inside, such as eco-leather or fabrics made from recycled plastics on the seats, organic paint based on vegetable oils on the doors or fishing net mats. The paint used for the coatings of the IONIQ 6 has recycled pigments, which come from tires, and the paint used for the bodywork, with pigments from bamboo charcoal.
“IONIQ 6 is designed and conceived to enhance our daily lives and as a space to awaken your potential. The innovative interior has been carefully designed as an enveloping personal space, enhanced with the latest technologies to create a safe, fun and stress-free driving experience. Thomas Schemera, Executive Vice President, Global Chief Marketing Officer and Head of Customer Experience Division, Hyundai Motor Company.
On July 14, in emblematic places such as K-POP Square in Seoul, Picadilly Circus in London or Times Square in New York, the IONIQ 6 was presented to the world through the large digital screens located in these places, in a way that a 3D digital movie at the same time. A unique, special and innovative appearance, for a copy that undoubtedly promises a lot.
The IONIQ 6 is characterized by a unique and ethical design, which is reflected in its energy efficiency and the use of sustainable materials.
The platform on which the IONIQ 6 is based allows you to enjoy a very spacious and comfortable interior, with plenty of legroom. The completely flat floor increases the feeling of space.
The IONIQ 6 offers the possibility to freely adjust the steering effort, the engine power or the sensitivity of the accelerator pedal, with the idea that each customer adapts the vehicle to his needs.
The new Hyundai IONIQ 6 has a total length of 4.85 meters and a wheelbase of 2.95 meters. It measures 1.88 meters wide and the height is 1.49 meters. All this translates into a large interior space and a look that is very different from other electric cars.
Thanks to the low battery consumption, which is approximately 14 kWh/100 km according to the WLTP cycle, and its great autonomy, which extends 610 kilometers farthe IONIQ 6 will become one of the most efficient models on the market.
Thanks to the Hyundai Motor Group E-GMP Electric Global Modular Platform, it is possible to charge the battery from 10% to 80% in just 18 minutes.
The digital film with which Hyundai presented the IONIQ 6 was developed from the concept of ‘Wake up your world’. It portrays the life of a sustainable artist, a metaverse designer and a social content creator, showing how each character brings their ideas to life from within.
Production of this 100% electric car will start in the third quarter of 2022. The launch will be announced later.
The body can be chosen from 12 different colours. The interior can be configured in dark gray with light grey, dark olive green combined with light grey, black with light brown and all black.
The IONIQ 6 is the first model of the brand to offer the “Over The Air” software update, which allows you to update the drivers of the car for electrical appliances, autonomous driving, the battery… with the aim of a more comfortable driving experience to offer. safe.
To ensure the highest level of safety and comfort, it features advanced systems such as the Highway Driving Assistant, the Intelligent Cruise Control or the Frontal Collision Avoidance Assistant. Depending on the finish, it also offers assistance systems at intersections or when changing lanes.
The interior is designed as a place to feel comfortable and relaxed, which is why it has two-tone mood lighting, which can be customized by choosing from a range of 64 colors and 6 different themes.
Source: Marie Claire
