New Hyundai Ioniq 6 gets 353 miles certified range

The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is getting significant updates aimed at making it a more formidable adversary to the undisputed king of the segment, the Tesla Model 3. With a larger battery, subtle design tweaks, and access to Tesla's vast Supercharger network in the US, Hyundai is doubling down on its "electrified streamliner."

After its official unveiling at the 2022 Busan International Motor Show, the Ioniq 6 was seen as a genuine challenger to the Model 3. It had some impressive credentials: a unique, aerodynamic design, over 350 miles of range on a good day, and ultra-fast charging capabilities.

Unfortunately for Hyundai, despite the initial fanfare, the Ioniq 6 didn't quite sell as many units as expected. In 2024, Hyundai sold 12,264 Ioniq 6 cars in the United States. By comparison, Tesla moved an estimated 189,903 Model 3s in the same period. The sales figures for the first quarter of 2025 continued this trend, with 3,318 Ioniq 6s sold, a 9% decrease year-over-year.

The refreshed Ioniq 6 will feature an 84 kWh battery, an increase from the current 77.4 kWh pack. This is the same battery found in its sibling, the 2025 Ioniq 5. This boost in capacity has already earned the new Ioniq 6 the title of Korea's longest-range electric sedan, with an official certification of 353 miles from the Ministry of Environment. While official EPA estimates for the US are still pending, this larger battery is expected to push the maximum range beyond the current 361 miles offered on the SE RWD Long Range model.

The Ioniq 6 already offered competitive numbers, but this improvement brings it closer to, and in some cases surpasses, its primary rival. The 2025 Tesla Model 3 has an EPA-estimated range of up to 341 miles for its Long Range All-Wheel Drive version.

Another critical piece of the puzzle for all non-Tesla EVs is charging. Hyundai has committed to adopting the North American Charging Standard (NACS), granting its vehicles access to Tesla's extensive Supercharger network. Current Ioniq models can use the network with an adapter, but future models will feature a native NACS port.

It turns out that buyers eager for this feature on the Ioniq 6 may need to exercise some patience. Reports suggest that the refreshed Ioniq 5 gets the native port for the 2025 model year, but the updated Ioniq 6 with the larger battery and integrated NACS port is expected to arrive in the US as a 2026 model.

Hyundai has also given the Ioniq 6 a subtle cosmetic refresh. The company says it has "enhanced every line and detail to make the Ioniq 6 simpler and more progressive." Hyundai has already teased a forthcoming N Line variant, which is expected to feature sportier design elements. This version will be followed by the high-performance Ioniq 6 N, soon to be unveiled at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in the UK.

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