What’s Happening: Hyundai Auto Canada has announced the pricing for its much-anticipated IONIQ 6 electric vehicle sedan, which will arrive in Canadian dealerships this spring. The IONIQ 6 will be available in two motor layouts, with a Long Range 77.4-kWh battery as standard.
Why It Matters: The IONIQ 6’s competitive pricing and impressive range will likely appeal to a broad audience of EV enthusiasts in Canada, further establishing Hyundai’s presence in the electric vehicle market.
Key Points:
- The IONIQ 6 Preferred RWD Long Range starts at $54,999 CAD and has a Natural Resources Canada-estimated range of 581 km.
- Dual motor AWD models begin at $57,999 CAD and have a range of up to 509 km.
- The IONIQ 6 features best-in-class ultra-fast 800-volt/350 kW charging, taking the battery from 10% to 80% in as little as 18 minutes and adding up to 322 km of range in 15 minutes of charging.
- Built on Hyundai’s Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), the IONIQ 6 is part of the company’s plan to introduce 17 BEV models and sell over 1.8 million BEV units worldwide by 2030.
- The IONIQ 6 has won prestigious awards, including “Saloon of the Year” at the 2023 GQ Car Awards and “New Car of the Year” by Le Guide de l’auto, and has received a five-star safety rating from Euro NCAP.
Bottom Line: Hyundai’s IONIQ 6 electric vehicle sedan, with its competitive pricing, impressive range, and advanced features, is poised to attract a wide range of EV buyers in Canada. The IONIQ 6’s arrival in dealerships this spring will further solidify Hyundai’s position in the growing electric vehicle market.
