Hyundai Motor North America has been making waves in the electric vehicle market with its competitive models, including the Ioniq 5, 6, and 9. The brand has been working on developing more performance-oriented models, with the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N generating significant attention due to its impressive specs.
Now, the automaker is preparing to debut an even more ambitious project: the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N, a high-performance electric sedan. According to Joon Park, Vice President and Head of Hyundai’s N Management Group, the Ioniq 6 N will ‘disrupt the high-performance EV segment to deliver exciting driving experiences.’ The company aims to build on the momentum created by the Ioniq 5 N’s incredible performance.
Key Features of the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N is expected to boast impressive performance specs, taking cues from its larger cousin, the Ioniq 5 N. The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N starts at $66,200, produces 641 horsepower, and accelerates from 0-60 miles per hour in just 2.8 seconds. As a sedan, the Ioniq 6 N will be lighter than the Ioniq 5 N SUV, potentially making it quicker.
Expected Specifications
- Performance: Expected to match or exceed the Ioniq 5 N’s performance
- Design: Bold exterior styling with N-badging and performance parts, including tires and brakes
- Pricing: Likely to be around $63,000, based on the price difference between the Ioniq 5 Limited and Ioniq 5 N trims
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N represents more than just a niche performance trim; it’s a statement from Hyundai about its capabilities in the EV market. Having already proven its ability to produce practical and award-winning electric vehicles like the base Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 6 models, Hyundai is now aiming to earn style points and target market share once dominated by Tesla’s performance models.
The development of the Ioniq 6 N is part of a broader trend in the automotive industry, where electric vehicles are being transformed from being considered impractical to becoming daily drivers and track-ready performance models capable of breaking acceleration records. Hyundai’s efforts with models like the Ioniq 6 N are helping to change the narrative surrounding EVs, showcasing them as capable and exciting.
