Hyundai Ioniq 6: World Car of the Year, Sweet Chocolate Model & More

Hyundai Ioniq 6 won the World Car of the Year, World Electric Vehicle, and World Car Design of the Year awards.

By Two Engine | Published Sep 14, 2024

An international jury of 100 automotive journalists from 32 countries selected Ioniq 6 for these honors.

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The Ioniq 6 was praised for its unique aerodynamic design and impressive all-electric range.

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This is the second consecutive year Hyundai has secured triple honors at the World Car Awards.

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The Ioniq 6 is Hyundai's second dedicated all-electric lineup model based on the E-GMP platform.

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The vehicle offers 800V ultra-fast charging, achieving 10-80% charge in 18 minutes.

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The EV boasts a WLTP-rated range of 614 km on a single charge.

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The standard 2WD model with 18-inch tires consumes 13.9 kWh/100 km of energy.

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The Ioniq 6 features a spacious interior, advanced driver assistance systems, and V2L technology.

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Over-the-air (OTA) software updates and advanced connectivity are key highlights of the Ioniq 6.

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It rides on a 2,950 mm wheelbase, enhancing interior space and comfort.

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The EV includes features like Speed Sync Lighting and Electric Active Sound Design (e-ASD).

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Ioniq 6 also won the 'Saloon of the Year' Award at the 2023 GQ Car Awards.

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The model was recognized as 'New Car of the Year' by Le Guide de l’auto.

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Hyundai collaborated with pastry chef Amaury Guichon to create a chocolate sculpture of the Ioniq 6.

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