Used 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 SEL

The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is an ultra-sleek sedan version of the Ioniq 5 SUV that won seemingly all the big awards in its first year of existence, including a pair of Kelley Blue Book Best Buy Awards: Best Electric Car and Best New Model. Not to be outdone, the Ioniq 6 won some of the very same awards this year. The two models’ pricing and range figures are similar, too. There’s one version of the Ioniq 6 rated to run 361 miles on a single charge, but most are rated for 270 or 305 miles. At a public DC fast-charger, the battery is capable of charging from 10% to 80% in just 18 minutes, which is exceptional. Inside, the Ioniq 6 has an air that complements the design-centric exterior. Backseat and cargo roominess are compromised compared to the Ioniq 5 SUV, of course, but as evidenced by the ubiquity of the Tesla Model 3 around Kelley Blue Book’s Southern California headquarters, not every EV buyer needs or even wants an SUV. And those buyers now have one more solid option to consider in the Ioniq 6. Most single-motor, rear-wheel-drive versions of the Ioniq 6 will scoot to 60 mph in about seven seconds, which is plenty quick. This Dual-motor model provides the added traction of all-wheel drive and drop the 0-60 time closer to five seconds, which is downright fun. Like many EVs, the experience of moving away from a stop so quickly is heightened by the smooth and quiet manner in which it happens. The passenger cabin also remains hushed on the highway. As in many EVs, the ride can get a bit choppy over uneven sections, a consequence of the heavy batteries. While the lower center of gravity and dedicated suspension tuning suggest the Ioniq 6 might be more responsive and engaging than the Ioniq 5, owners find them about equally enjoyable. The window switches are located in the center console, and owners like the resulting sleek door panels and long, user-friendly door pulls. The low profile and a roof that slopes quickly down to the rear bumper impact backseat accommodations and cargo volume relative to the Ioniq 5 SUV or even a traditionally shaped sedan, of course. But for drivers who don’t regularly host multiple adults or ferry big/bulky loads of cargo, the Ioniq 6 can be plenty roomy. As its shape would suggest, the Ioniq 6 is among the most aerodynamic vehicle on the road. A drag co-efficient of 0.22 puts it in the same league as wind-cheating standouts like the Mercedes-EQ EQS, Lucid Air, and Tesla Model S. This is achieved not just by the sleek and streamlined shape, but also by underbody paneling, active air flaps at the front, and aerodynamically designed wheels. As well as optimizing energy use, an aerodynamic body helps keep wind noise to a minimum. And the more time you spend with it, the cooler it looks.