Hyundai Ioniq 6 enhancements increase range and efficiency, will receive full online updates
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 electric sedanhas just been confirmed to be available in the US in early 2023, very different from Ioniq 5while sharing a lot with the head-to-head cross below.
Even so, it gains a host of technical improvements that don’t quite make the cut for a previously released crossover — and for the moment, it could give the electric sedan an edge for those who don’t. want leading advanced technology.
Both Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 6 were developed together on E-GMP . Platform, with flat-floor batteries and essentially the same construction, plus identical battery chemistry and specifications, both ready for bidirectional charging and fitted to truck utility (V2L) allows you to power appliances or campsites. But the Ioniq 6 achieved a WLTP range of 379 miles (610 km), with a consumption of more than 4.4 mph in that cycle. For comparison, the Ioniq 5 is rated at WLTP 315 miles (507 km) with the same package.
Hyundai Ioniq 6
That second version achieved 303 EPA-rated miles. So we can see the EPA rating for the Ioniq 6 is over 350 miles.
Optimizing software and hardware, focusing on efficiency
How can Hyundai guarantee more driving range from the Ioniq 6 with the same package? In a recent exchange with the press about the Ioniq 6, YongWha Kim, executive vice president of the company’s Vehicle Control Development Center, said that Hyundai engineers have been working to find the dark spots. best for acceleration and braking efficiency. He also pointed to “very convenient air conditioning technology” for the battery pack.
Turns out that was just the beginning. Kim explains several innovative technologies to improve both power efficiency and range, both in hardware and software. Another power module with next-generation semiconductor technology plays a role, improving power conversion efficiency. In addition, the motors use hairpin winding technology to improve performance.
Hyundai Ioniq 6
“Last but not least, we studied the control system and the transition between two- and all-wheel drive, fine-tuned to further improve energy efficiency. of the car,” said Kim, who also calls “a great aerodynamic design,” with a drag coefficient of just 0.21.
Hyundai has yet to reveal the weight difference, but we assume that plays a role as well.
A little more future-proof
The Ioniq 6 has another key piece of technology that gives it the edge over many EVs and the Ioniq 5, Kim confirmed: This will be the first Hyundai model to offer over-the-air updates and autonomous driving capabilities in future.
Hyundai Ioniq 6
“More vehicle controllers can be updated and we will continue to improve the experience with OTA features,” he said.
While Kim doesn’t connect these points, it means there’s a possibility, as Tesla has sometimes done, to improve efficiency and driving range or improve charging characteristics.
