This Is The First Drive Impression From 'World Car Of The Year 2023'

Hyundai Ioniq 6 is displayed at the IIMS 2024 event. (Photo: Bagus Muhammad Hafizh)

JAKARTA - Ioniq 6 is an electrification product introduced by Hyundai globally at the end of 2022 and then entered the Indonesian market in August 2023.

Since its debut, this car has won various awards in 2023, including as World Car of the Year, World Electric Vehicle, and World Car Design of the Year.

This car offers advanced technology and various features that are the main factors behind its achievements. In addition, this electric-powered sedan offers impressive distances of up to 519 km in the All-Wheel Drive (AWD) variant in the Indonesian market.

VOI had the opportunity to feel the sensation of driving Hyundai Ioniq 6 through a test drive in a special area held at the Indonesia International Motor Show (IIMS) exhibition at JIExpo Kemayoran, Jakarta, Monday, February 19. Here is a short review of this car:

Futuristic Interior

Hyundai Ioniq 6 features a luxurious but futuristic cabin design. Its steering wheel, adopted from its older brother's model, Ioniq 5, is equipped with various buttons and personalization functions for driver comfort. The center screen blends with the driver's cluster instrument featuring up-to-date information on battery, speed, clock, and vehicle tuning. The ergonomic driving position, provides good visibility, even for drivers with a posture below 165 cm. Fine materials adorn the cabin, creating a comfortable driving experience for drivers and passengers.

Good Control

In addition to offering comfort and sophistication, Hyundai Ioniq 6 also stands out in control when turning. This car gives a precise and comfortable driving sensation as it passes through the corner, allowing drivers to feel connected to their vehicles. Although it is a fastback sedan, Ioniq 6 has an easy suspension when passing through road hurdles or uphill, a surprising thing given the low ground clearance.

Instant Power From Electric Motorcycles

Hyundai Ioniq 6 AWD is equipped with an All-Wheel Drive double electric motor which produces a combined power of 320 dk and 605 Nm torque. This force feels instant when the gas pedal is stepped on, presenting a distinctive characterization of electric cars.

Conclusion

After success with Ioniq 5, Hyundai again attracted attention with the presence of Ioniq 6, competing in the electric-powered sedan segment. This car is suitable for use in urban areas, but is also able to provide extraordinary performance for drivers who want it.

The price for obtaining it is IDR 1.22 billion On The Road DKI Jakarta, with color choices such as Abyss Black Pearl, Biophic Blue Pearl, Curated Silver Metallic, Digital Green Pearl, Gravity Gold Matte, Nocturne Grat secrete, Serenity White Pearl, and Ultimate Red Metallic.