2024 Hyundai Ioniq 6 Limited

The Ioniq 6, introduced in 2023, creates a strong first impression with its sleek, swoopy profile and curvy body panels. It shares many components with the retro-looking Ioniq 5 and is available in 4 trim levels. We tested the top-level Limited trim, with dual motors (320 hp), AWD, a 77.4-kWh battery, and up to 270 miles of range. The Ioniq 6 checks all the important boxes. Its efficient drivetrain provides peppy acceleration and gets an EPA-estimated 103 MPGe in combined city/highway driving. Ride quality is smooth and comfortable. A standard 350-kW onboard charger promises a recharge of up to 68 miles in 5 minutes. The cabin offers plenty of legroom for all passengers, but the 6’s sloping roofline compromises rear headroom and makes back-seat entry and exit a bit awkward. Plenty of comfort and convenience features are standard on all trim levels, including 18-inch alloy wheels, a 12.3 inch digital instrument cluster and 12.3-inch touch-screen display, dual-zone automatic climate control, heated side mirrors and front seats, LED headlights and taillights, USB Type-C outlets, auto high beams, and a full complement of advanced safety features. Negatives for the 6 are few: a complex, nonintuitive infotainment system; trunk space that’s limited by rear wheel wells; and some cheap-looking materials and hard plastic on the door side panels and center console.