Hyundai Ioniq 6 N Review & Prices

This is Hyundai’s second electric N model, and it sits at the very top of the Ioniq 6 range. While regular Ioniq 6 models focus on efficiency and long-distance cruising, the N version is engineered around outright performance, and driving enjoyment.

In size and positioning, the Ioniq 6 N goes head-to-head with cars such as the Tesla Model 3 Performance and BMW i4 M50. It remains a four-door saloon, rather than a coupe-SUV or hatchback, but its power output puts it firmly in the high-performance EV bracket.

Visually, the Ioniq 6 N builds on the smooth, streamliner shape of the standard car, but with significantly more aggressive details. It gets bespoke N front and rear bumpers, wider side sills, a large rear diffuser and a fixed rear wing designed to increase downforce and improve high-speed stability. There are unique 20-inch forged alloy wheels, N-specific colours and uprated brakes with larger discs and N-branded callipers.

The suspension is lowered compared with standard Ioniq 6 models, and adaptive suspension is fitted as standard, reflecting its more track-focused brief.

Hyundai Ioniq 6 N: electric range, battery and charging data

Range: 302 miles
Efficiency: 3.6mi/kWh
Battery size: 84.0kWh
Max charge speed: 350kW
Charge time AC: around 7hrs, 10–100%, 11kW
Charge time DC: 18mins, 10–80%, 350kW
Charge port location: Right rear
Power output: 609hp (641hp with N Grin Boost)

Inside, the Ioniq 6 N closely follows the layout seen in the Ioniq 5 N. It features a dual-screen setup with a digital driver display and central infotainment touchscreen, alongside N-specific graphics and performance menus.

Sports seats, N branding and a dedicated N steering wheel with configurable drive-mode buttons are all standard, along with features such as adjustable regenerative braking, N e-Shift (simulated gear changes) and N Active Sound+. In short, it’s an electric car that does a pretty good job of pretending it has a petrol engine under the bonnet.

Boot space remains unchanged from the regular Ioniq 6, at 401 litres, which is respectable for a saloon but smaller than some fastback rivals. Rear passenger space should also mirror the standard car, with good legroom but slightly reduced headroom due to the sloping roofline.

Power comes from a dual-motor, all-wheel drive setup producing 609hp as standard, or up to 641hp when N Grin Boost is activated. Hyundai quotes a 0-62mph time of 3.2 seconds and a top speed of 160mph. That puts it right in the same territory as the Tesla Model 3 Performance, which manages 0–62mph in around 3.1 seconds and has a higher top speed of 162mph. The Ioniq 6 N uses an 84.0kWh battery, shared with the Ioniq 5 N, good for a range of just over 300 miles.

Thanks to Hyundai’s 800-volt electrical architecture, charging performance is a highlight. The Ioniq 6 N supports ultra-rapid DC charging at up to 350kW, allowing a 10-80% charge in as little as 18 minutes in optimal conditions. AC charging is supported at up to 11kW.

The Ioniq 6 N should be very similar to drive to the Ioniq 5 N - which is good news, because we think that car is utterly fantastic. The instant response and high performance is one thing, but it’s the way Hyundai’s engineered in little extras that really make the 5 N feel just as enjoyable on track or on road as a thoroughbred petrol performance car. Here’s hoping the 6 N keeps hold of the magic.

We’ll be driving the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N as soon as possible, so keep this page bookmarked if you want to find out how it compares to other high-performance electric cars on the road.

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The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N is priced at £65,995 in the UK. There’s a single, fully loaded trim level, which means all cars come with the dual-motor all-wheel drive system, adaptive suspension, 20-inch forged alloy wheels, sports seats, advanced driver assistance systems and Hyundai’s latest infotainment technology as standard.

That price puts it in direct competition with other high-performance electric saloons such as the Tesla Model 3 Performance, while undercutting some premium-badged rivals with similar power outputs such as the Porsche Taycan or Audi e-tron GT.