The current i6 has a Porsche 911-easque, slopped rear end. In these shadowy photos, I see a bi-level spoiler. Sort of whale tail like???
Photography courtesy Hyundai
Remember the Hyundai Ioniq 6? If not, we don’t blame you, because we can count on one hand the number of times we’ve actually seen one out in the wild.
But here’s something that might attract a few more buyers: Hyundai dropped a slew of teaser photos that are confirmed to be the Ioniq 6 N.
While Hyundai isn’t offering any performance figures just yet–we’re just left with the teaser photos for now–we do know that the N version of the Ioniq 6 will receive a wider stance and more prominent rear spoiler.
However, performance is likely to be on par with the current 5 N, which has a maximum output of 641 horsepower and 568 lb.-ft. of torque.
Depending on the version of the Ioniq 6, curb weight ranges from around 3900 pounds to some 4600 pounds. For the sake of comparison, the non-N Ioniq 5 is somewhat heavier, with a curb weight ranging from 4100 pounds to as much as 4800. (As for the Ioniq 5 N, curb weight is listed at just over 4800 pounds.)
In a similar vein, the starting price of the Ioniq 6 N is likely going to be on par with the 5 N’s $66,200 MSRP.
An electric N model that offers the performance of 5 N, but in a more lightweight, non-SUV body? The good news is that we won’t have to wait long to see the real deal.
“IONIQ 6 N will once again disrupt the high-performance EV segment to deliver exciting driving experiences to our fans.” said Joon Park, Vice President and Head of N Management Group. “We chose to debut the IONIQ 6 N at Goodwood Festival of Speed to be as close to our fans as possible.”
That’s right, Hyundai plans to debut the Ioniq 6 N at the upcoming Goodwood Festival of Speed, set for July 10-13. (Which, for those keeping track at home, is less than 30 days away.)
The current i6 has a Porsche 911-easque, slopped rear end. In these shadowy photos, I see a bi-level spoiler. Sort of whale tail like???
Instead of an N, wouldn't Hyundai at least consider giving this soggy-diaper boy a butt-lift? That beltline is tragic.
we really like our ioniq 6!
In reply to brandonsmash :
Agreed. Stylistically, Genesis is killing it but Hyundai keeps putting out dumpy car after dumpy car.
If the Elantra N didn't look like a malformed shark, there would be one in my driveway already
Matter of taste, once again. I think I like the Ioniq 6 even better than the Ioniq 5, which I like quite a lot. It's king of hard to gauge because they're so different. I see the 911 thing in the 6, but think Citroen DS might be even more apt.
I like them as far as looks go, anyhow, which puts the binders on well before exchanging money for one...
I'll say it again...
Stuff the Ioniq N drivetrain into the Veloster chassis and take my money.
Yeah, as a certified French car weirdo this speaks to me.
The 5N is cool. I think having it in not-an-SUV will be cooler. But, I still think $66k is just way too much for this.
The Elantra N is such a good value at $34k but the Hyundai EVs just don't seem to follow the same value playbook. The Tesla Model 3 Performance costs $56k; I think Hyundai needs to be undercutting the price of that car, not asking $10k more than it.
Guess I've been living under a rock, I wasn't aware there was an Ioniq 6. Just the fact that someone's manufacturing a sedan instead of an SUV is encouraging in itself, making a sporty version is even better.
In reply to Andy Hollis :
The other day, I saw two Velosters in tandem on the highway. Were they together, or was it just a coincidence? We may never know. But, yeah, bring back that body.
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