Hyundai IONIQ 6 N, tailored to electrify both the Nordschleife and Goodwood:
This isn’t just hype—it's a serious performance machine. With specially tuned chassis, track-ready modes (like drift and launch control), immersive audio/visual shift cues, and high power output, Hyundai has crafted an EV built for the Nürburgring’s challenges and spirited hill climb runs. Add in authentic gearshift simulation and track-tuned suspension, and it’s clear how they intend to electrify even hardcore driving enthusiasts.
Performance & Powertrain
- Twin motors and 84 kWh battery pack (shared with IONIQ 5 N), producing 641 hp with N Grin Boost, or 601 hp normally
- 0–62 mph in just 3.2 seconds, top speed ~160 mph (257 km/h)
- Equipped with an 800 V system supporting fast charging: 0–80% in ~18 minutes at 350 kW
N‑Drive Features & Track Tech
- N Grin Boost, N Launch Control, N Drift Optimizer, N Torque Distribution – plenty of performance modes tailored for track use
- N e‑Shift simulates an 8-speed dual-clutch gearbox with paddle shifters, regen modulations, and fake gearshift engine noise for a visceral ICE-like experience
- N Ambient Shift Light syncs interior lighting with simulated gear changes
- Advanced suspension geometry, drift tuning, swan‑neck rear wing – primed for stability, feedback, and cornering on both Nordschleife and Goodwood
Aerodynamics & Handling
- Wider stance, flared fenders, Pirelli P Zero 275/35 R20 tires, and a swan‑neck aero wing enhance high-speed stability
- Lower drag coefficient ~0.27 (up from ~0.21 on the standard Ioniq 6 due to aero modifications)
Immersive Experience
- N Active Sound+ offers three audio profiles (Evolution, Motorsport, Lightspeed) echoing traditional engine tones
- Paddle-shift feedback, torque resistance variations, and ambient-light cues make driving more theatrically engaging
Purpose & Positioning
- Revealed at the Goodwood Festival of Speed on July 10, 2025, highlighting its "Corner Rascal, Racetrack Capability, Everyday Sports Car" ethos
- Hyundai intends it as a high-performance EV alternative to sporty ICE cars, designed to entice petrolheads with true performance feel
Verdict: Electrified Nordschleife
This isn’t just hype—it's a serious performance machine. With specially tuned chassis, track-ready modes (like drift and launch control), immersive audio/visual shift cues, and high power output, Hyundai has crafted an EV built for the Nürburgring’s challenges and spirited hill climb runs. Add in authentic gearshift simulation and track-tuned suspension, and it’s clear how they intend to electrify even hardcore driving enthusiasts.