If you thought it reminds you of a Porsche, you wouldn't be the only one thinking that.
Hyundai describes the new model as an "Electrified Streamliner", which it defines as a car that is "aerodynamically sculpted and makes innovative use of sustainable materials."
Inspired by Hyundai’s Prophecy EV Concept, the Ioniq 6 features clean, simple lines and a sleek body that reflects a focus on energy efficiency and environmental responsibility. The cabin is moulded like a protective cocoon.
Like the award-winning Ioniq 5 before it, the Ioniq 6 implements the Hyundai Look design strategy that gives each model a unique appearance.
The Ioniq 6 has an ultra-low drag coefficient of just 0.21, assisted by its low nose, active air flaps at the front, wheel gap reducers, and optional slim digital side mirrors.
Further aiding the Ioniq 6’s aerodynamics is its elliptical wing-inspired spoiler with winglet, slight boat-tail structure, and separation traps on both sides of the rear bumper.
To reduce drag on the underbody, it's fully covered up and is optimised with deflectors and reduced wheel-arch gap.
Ioniq 6 also integrates over 700 Parametric Pixels in various places, such as headlamps, rear combination lamps, front lower sensors, air vent garnishes and centre console indicator, to reinforce the Ioniq brand’s identity throughout the vehicle.
The rear wing’s Parametric Pixel high-mounted stop lamp delivers an eye-catching light execution when the brakes are applied. To further highlight Ioniq 6’s uniqueness, the newly designed Hyundai "H" badge is applied on the front and rear of the vehicle.
Hyundai Motor Group’s Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP) enabled the designers to stretch the interior, front and rear, to create more legroom and spaciousness that lets passengers stay comfortable in the vehicle. The platform also allows for a completely flat floor, giving expansive feeling.
The user-centric interior architecture is exemplified by an ergonomically designed control unit that is centrally located to reduce distraction and spur safe driving. The modular touchscreen dashboard integrates a 12-inch full-touch infotainment display and 12-inch digital cluster. A bridge-type centre console provides convenient and generous in-car storage.
Dual Colour Ambient Lighting provides overall illumination for the Ioniq 6 interior. Users can choose from a spectrum of 64 colours and six dual colour themes developed by colour experts to help drivers and passengers feel relaxed and comfortable.
The 4-dot Interactive Pixel Lights on the steering wheel enable easy communication between the driver and vehicle.
The front doors also do not have buttons; Hyundai says this is to provide more breathing room and more storage.
In line with Ioniq 6’s green theme, sustainable materials are used for the exterior, including recycled pigment paint from end-of-life tyres to the cladding and bamboo charcoal pigment paint to the body.
Ioniq 6’s interior is also trimmed in sustainable materials and colours. Depending on the trim level, these include eco-process leather (seats), recycled PET fabric (seats), bio TPO skin (dashboard), bio PET fabric (headliner), bio paint derived from vegetable oils (doors), and recycled fishing net carpet — the latter is a first for the Ioniq brand.
The Ioniq 6 world premiere will take place this month, when Hyundai will reveal the full specifications, including the car’s features and advanced technologies.
