2023 Hyundai IONIQ 6: Ready for Australia’s Roads

The IONIQ 5 is a great choice if you want a luxurious electric sedan with all the bells and whistles.

By Frank LEE

Hyundai Australia has announced local pricing and specifications for the all-new 2023 IONIQ 6 electric sedan. Starting from $74,000 plus on-road costs, the IONIQ 6 will be available in three guises: Dynamiq, Techniq and Epiq. The Dynamiq variant will be the most affordable option and will be powered by a 77.4kWh lithium-ion battery pack that offers a WLTP driving range of 614km. Both the Techniq and Epiq variants feature a dual-motor powertrain which offers a WLTP driving range of 519km.

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The IONIQ 6 offers a range of features, including 18-inch alloy wheels, Bluelink connected car services, full LED exterior lighting, eco-leather upholstery, heated 10-way power adjustable front seats, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, head-up display, an eight-speaker Bose sound system, wireless phone charging, tyre-pressure monitoring, adaptive cruise control, four drive modes, trailer pre-wiring package, powered tailgate, bio-PET carpet, dual-zone climate control, vehicle-to-load (V2L) functionality, over-the-air (OTA) updates, remote start and smartphone mirroring.

In terms of performance, the Dynamiq variant features a rear axle-mounted motor generating 168kW/350Nm, while the dual-motor versions offer a peak output of 239kW/605Nm. The dual-motor versions are claimed to accelerate from 0-100km/h in 5.1 seconds.

For an additional $9500, the Techniq variant offers 20-inch wheels shod with high-performance Pirelli P Zero rubber, ventilated ‘relaxation’ front seats, a heated steering wheel, full-width glass sunroof and heated rear seats.

Spend an additional $4500 for the Epiq and you’ll also get digital side mirrors, a heat-pump high efficiency heater, and a battery-conditioning system.

Hyundai Australia has yet to reveal the initial allocation size and exact time of release for the IONIQ 6, but CEO Ted Lee said the local division was excited about welcoming its second dedicated IONIQ EV. “IONIQ 6’s 800V EV architecture is just the beginning of the advanced technology. IONIQ 6 showcases the Hyundai brand’s technological ambition and our commitment to developing sustainable mobility solutions, while giving customers an exciting, accessible and versatile EV,” he said.