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Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Hyundai IONIQ 6 N
Selected trimLong Range RWDChange trim339 mi · 77.4 kWh · £47,050
Selected trimStandard303 mi · 84 kWh · £65,800
At a glance
In this comparison, Hyundai IONIQ 6 leads on value for money, motorway range and running costs, while the Hyundai IONIQ 6 N stays competitive across the board.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hyundai IONIQ 6 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Hyundai IONIQ 6 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueIONIQ 6
IONIQ 6
6.5
IONIQ 6 N
5.4
Motorway RangeIONIQ 6
IONIQ 6
6.8
IONIQ 6 N
5.6
Family
IONIQ 6
6.2
IONIQ 6 N
6.1
Too close to call
Charging
IONIQ 6
7.9
IONIQ 6 N
7.9
Too close to call
Cost Per MileIONIQ 6
IONIQ 6
7.1
IONIQ 6 N
2.6
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 6Long Range RWD | Hyundai IONIQ 6 NBase |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £47,050 (better) | £65,800 |
| Official range | 339 miles (better) | 303 miles |
| Boot space | 401 L (better) | 371 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 18 min | 18 min |
| 0-62 mph | 7.4 sec | 3.2 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Hyundai IONIQ 6
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Length
Hyundai IONIQ 64,855mm-80mm
Hyundai IONIQ 6 N4,935mm
Width
Hyundai IONIQ 61,880mm-60mm
Hyundai IONIQ 6 N1,940mm
Height
Hyundai IONIQ 61,495mm
Hyundai IONIQ 6 N1,495mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 6Long Range RWD | Hyundai IONIQ 6 NBase |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,855 mm | 4,935 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,880 mm (better) | 1,940 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,141 mm (better) | 2,144 mm |
| Height | 1,495 mm | 1,495 mm |
| Turning circle | 12 m | 12 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 520 mm spare (better) | 460 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 6Long Range RWD | Hyundai IONIQ 6 NBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 401 L (better) | 371 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1370 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 45 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 1,500 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Hyundai IONIQ 6
- Peak DC charging of 350 kW, faster than 85% of saloon EVs in our catalogue.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Hyundai IONIQ 6 N
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hyundai IONIQ 6 Long Range RWD |  Hyundai IONIQ 6 N Base |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.86m | 4.93m+80mm |
| Width | 1.88m | 1.94m+60mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.14m | 2.14m+3mm |
| Height | 1.50m | 1.50m |
| Wheelbase | 2.95m | 2.96m+15mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 401L (better) | 371L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1370L | Not available |
| Frunk | 45L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12m | 12m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,948kg (better) | 2,201kg |
| Towing Capacity | 1,500kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 77.4kWh | 84kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 339 mi (better) | 303 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 350kW | 350kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £47,050 (better) | £65,800 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Saloon | Saloon |
| Available | 2022+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 6Long Range RWD | Hyundai IONIQ 6 NBase |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 339 miles (better) | 303 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 282 miles (better) | 252 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 18 min | 18 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 350 kW | 350 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 77.4 kWh | 84 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NCMA | NCMA |
| Battery architecture | 800V | 800V |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 6Long Range RWD | Hyundai IONIQ 6 NBase |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.4 sec | 3.2 sec (better) |
| Power | 168 kW | 478 kW (better) |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 770 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
What the critics say
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Hyundai IONIQ 6
Long Range RWD
Hyundai IONIQ 6 N
Base
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Hyundai IONIQ 6
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Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Hyundai IONIQ 6 Long Range RWD
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant97%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users66%
Safety Assist90%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Hyundai IONIQ 6 N Base
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant97%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users66%
Safety Assist90%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 6Long Range RWD | Hyundai IONIQ 6 NBase |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Hyundai IONIQ 6
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Hyundai IONIQ 6 N
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Hyundai IONIQ 6
- £25,8992024Car360View
- £24,8902024Car360View
Hyundai IONIQ 6 N
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Hyundai IONIQ 6 N worth the extra £18,750 over the Hyundai IONIQ 6?
The Hyundai IONIQ 6 N costs £18,750 more than the Hyundai IONIQ 6. For that premium it adds 310 kW more power and a 4.2s quicker 0-62mph time. The Hyundai IONIQ 6 is not just cheaper - it also offers 36 miles more WLTP range. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 or the Hyundai IONIQ 6 N?
The Hyundai IONIQ 6 is £18,750 cheaper to buy. The Hyundai IONIQ 6 is cheaper to charge, roughly £152 a year versus £192 for the Hyundai IONIQ 6 N, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Hyundai IONIQ 6 comes out roughly £18,950 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Hyundai IONIQ 6 and Hyundai IONIQ 6 N like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 282 miles for the Hyundai IONIQ 6 and 252 miles for the Hyundai IONIQ 6 N - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Hyundai IONIQ 6 goes roughly 30 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 18-18 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 or the Hyundai IONIQ 6 N?
The Hyundai IONIQ 6 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 60 mm narrower than the Hyundai IONIQ 6 N. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 520 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai IONIQ 6 and about 460 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai IONIQ 6 N.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 or the Hyundai IONIQ 6 N?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 89% battery health for the Hyundai IONIQ 6 and 89% for the Hyundai IONIQ 6 N. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .