Hyundai working on IONIQ 6 N sedan: Expected features, specifications
What's the story
Hyundai is said to be developing the IONIQ 6 N, a powerful electric sedan that could hit the market as soon as 2025, according to Australian publication Drive. The IONIQ 6 N is rumored to feature a dual-motor system with over 641hp, surpassing its crossover sibling, the IONIQ 5 N. Additionally, the sedan is expected to be faster than the IONIQ 5 N, which takes 3.2 seconds to accelerate from 0-97km/h.
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IONIQ 6 N's weight and design advantages
The IONIQ 6 N is predicted to be somewhat lighter than its crossover counterpart. The standard dual-motor IONIQ 6 weighs around 27.2kg less than a comparable IONIQ 5 with all-wheel drive and the same larger 77.4kWh battery. The sleek design of the sedan hints at a lower center of gravity, which could enhance its performance.
What Next?
Future of electric N models and emission regulations
As tighter emission regulations phase out high-powered internal combustion engines (ICEs), electric N models should become more common. This is particularly true in the EU, where sales of new cars that produce emissions will be prohibited from 2035. Although Euro 7 regulations set to take effect in a few years have been softened, the era of fuel-guzzling engines is ending. Hyundai's goal is to keep sporty cars alive with motors and battery packs instead of engines and fossil fuels.