Hyundai set to debut ambitious high-performance electric sedan. Will the Ioniq 6 N make a big statement?
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N has garnered plenty of attention due to its impressive specs. It has racetrack capability, according to Hyundai. Now, the automaker is preparing to debut an even more ambitious project: a high-performance electric sedan.
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N will "disrupt the high-performance EV segment to deliver exciting driving experiences" said Joon Park, Vice President and Head of Hyundai's N Management Group. The company aims to build on the momentum created by the shock and awe of the Ioniq 5 N's incredible performance.
Though Hyundai is keeping plenty of details regarding the new electric vehicle under wraps, there are several clues about its performance and appearance that auto enthusiasts can derive from the Ioniq 5 N.
The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N starts at $66,200. It produces a whopping 641 horsepower and 568 pound-feet of torque. The high-performance EV accelerates from 0-60 miles per hour in just 2.8 seconds according to testing by MotorTrend.
The Ioniq 6 N will boast impressive performance specs, taking cues from its larger cousin, the Ioniq 5 N. Furthermore, the 6 N will be a lighter vehicle as a sedan, so it could be quicker than the larger Ioniq 5 N SUV.
Expect the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N to feature a bold exterior styling with N-badging and performance parts including tires and brakes. The Ioniq 6 N is also likely to have a significantly higher starting price than the base model. Hyundai's 2025 Ioniq 6 electric sedan starts at $37,850 and tops out at $51,100 for the Limited final configuration.
The 2025 Ioniq 5 Limited costs $54,300 compared to the Ioniq 5 N's $66,200-sticker price. If there is a similar price difference of $11,900 between Limited and N trims for the Ioniq 6, the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N could cost around $63,000, making it slightly more affordable than the larger Hyundai Ioniq 5 N. A starting price north of $60K is hardly considered affordable to the average driver, even compared to rising new car prices (nearly $50,000 according to CNBC). That said, the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N is anything but average.
Hyundai's upcoming high-performance EV is more than just a niche performance trim to fill a gap in the company's portfolio, it's a statement. Hyundai is proving that it can produce more than just practical all-around electric vehicles like the base Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 6 models. It has nailed the basics based on several awards for its EV nameplates. Now, the South Korean automaker is aiming to earn style points, and target market share once dominated by Tesla's performance models.
Electric vehicles were once considered impractical. Today, automakers are proving these vehicles can function as daily drivers and even track-ready performance models, capable of breaking acceleration records. Hyundai is helping to change the narrative surrounding EVs from inconvenient and lackluster to capable and exciting with models like the Ioniq 6 N.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Will Hyundai's Ioniq 6 N disrupt the EV game? Here's what to know
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