Hyundai’s high-performance N division has finally unveiled all the details of its highly anticipated latest creation, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 N. While it may resemble the brand’s streamlined “electric streamliner” sedan from the outside, this version is designed as a purely track-focused beast.

The Electric Beast is Track-Ready!

The IONIQ 6 N takes the best aspects of the critically acclaimed IONIQ 5 N and turns it up to eleven, powering it with all-new hardware and software. The company is currently allowing journalists to test the car at the Korea International Circuit and has officially confirmed its global launch in early 2026.

When it comes to electric cars, the first question is always power, and the IONIQ 6 N more than lives up to expectations. Its dual-motor system produces 609 horsepower (448 kW) as standard. However, pressing the “N Grin Boost” button unleashes a full 650 horsepower (478 kW) and 770 Nm of torque for 10 seconds.

This allows the sedan to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.2 seconds using N Launch Control, reaching a top speed of 257 km/h. Power is provided by two motors: one at the front, 166 kW, and the other at the rear, a more powerful 282 kW, giving the car a rear-wheel-drive feel.

However, Hyundai’s N brand insists its cars are more than just straight-line speed. The vehicles are built to meet three principles: “Corner Rascal,” “Racetrack Capability,” and “Everyday Sportscar.”

To live up to its name, the “Corner Bandit,” the IONIQ 6 N’s body and chassis are significantly stiffer than the standard car. Engineers added dozens of extra welds and more structural adhesives, further stiffening the frame. This allows the completely redesigned suspension to perform its job effectively.

The car features a lowered roll center for improved stability, new bushings, and intelligent Electronically Controlled Suspension (ECS) dampers with “knock-sensing.” A rear electronic limited-slip differential (e-LSD) helps manage all this power and pull the car out of corners.

Hyundai understands that many drivers miss the rumble and mechanical feel of a gasoline engine. That’s why the IONIQ 6 N is equipped with a series of clever tricks.

• N e-Shift: This virtual transmission system mimics the feel of an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission, complete with jolts between gears and a rev limiter (redline).
• N Active Sound+: This system pumps futuristic, motorsport-inspired, and even jet fighter-like sounds through 10 speakers.
• N Drift Optimizer: This special mode is designed to help drivers of all skill levels execute a perfect drift by managing the car’s angle and wheel slip.

Even a track-ready car needs real-world experience. The Hyundai IONIQ 6 N is still an EV, and that means battery management. The car packs a large 84.0 kWh battery pack, and thanks to its advanced 800-volt architecture, it can charge incredibly quickly. When plugged into a 350 kW DC fast charger, the battery can charge from 10% to 80% in just 18 minutes.

The IONIQ 6 N lives up to its performance standards. Wider than the standard car, the car measures 1.94 meters wide to accommodate its 20-inch forged aluminum wheels, which are wrapped in exclusive HN Pirelli P-Zero tires.

The 4.93-meter-long car features aggressive new bumpers, but the most obvious change is the massive, motorsport-inspired swan-neck rear wing. This wing, along with other aero components, helps the car achieve a low drag coefficient of 0.27 Cd and generates sufficient downforce for high-speed stability.

Interior-wise, the atmosphere is entirely business-focused; Performance Blue accents dominate the black base. The deeply bolstered racing seats are upholstered in Alcantara suede and leather, and the signature N steering wheel features two “N” buttons for special driving modes.

Hyundai has announced everything except one technical specification that many have been waiting for: the price. Since the IONIQ 6 N isn’t scheduled to hit global markets until early 2026, the company is keeping quiet on the cost. Speculation suggests it will be slightly higher than its sibling, the IONIQ 5 N.