While the automobile is just rumored to date, spy photos seem to verify that a Hyundai Ioniq 6 N is on its way. This prototype was caught on the Nürburbring, and while the bodywork is tame, it’s sporting all the opposite components essential for a high-performance version of the sleek electric sedan.
The most evident signs of N-ness are in the wheels. They’re huge split 5-spoke wheels that look very sporty, but with a nod to aerodynamics with their thick, smooth edges. They hide much larger brake discs, with the fronts seemingly filling every bit of accessible space inside the wheels. Bigger calipers have also been fitted, likely the identical set from the Ioniq 5 N. For reference, the new hatch gets 15.75-inch front rotors with four-piston calipers, while the rears are 14.2-inch with single-piston calipers.
Not only are the wheels seemingly larger in diameter than the same old Ioniq 6 wheels, but in addition they appear to be wider, with rubber to match. That’s evidenced by the small fender extensions at each corner. We’re again betting it’s going to get the identical rolling stock because the 5 N with 21-inch-diameter wheels and 275-mm-wide tires.
All of that is essential when the automobile might be featuring the 5 N’s dual motors making a maximum 641 horsepower and 545 pound-feet of torque. And while this prototype looks modest, we’re expecting rather more aggressive body work with downforce-producing aero modifications. The RN22e concept is a very good idea of what the Ioniq 6 N will likely look much like when it’s all finished. The larger front intake, lower splitter and side skirts and rear diffuser all seem to be shoo-ins. Less likely are the ultra-wide fenders which have latest air outlets and inlets. The fixed rear wing seems unlikely, too, since that might dramatically reduce electric range, even farther than the additional power and fat tires ever will.
As for when it’s going to launch, we would guess at minimum a yr, possibly more. After all, Hyundai hasn’t confirmed the automobile yet, and this prototype appears to be in relatively early stages.
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