Hyundai has established itself as a leader in electric vehicles, and the Ioniq 6 sedan is a torch-bearer for the Korean automaker's sharp design and cutting-edge technology. This stylish EV combines a long driving range with eye-catching looks and lots of features, all at a reasonably attractive price point. It shares many components with the boxier Ioniq 5 SUV but packages them in a sleeker, more aerodynamic shape; both EVs are recent recipients of our EV of the Year award, with the Ioniq 6 taking the crown for 2023. The Ioniq 6 comes with either rear- or all-wheel drive and a choice of two battery packs, the larger of which provides an EPA-estimated driving range of 361 miles—a number that beats even the Tesla Model 3. Our real-world results weren't quite as impressive, but the Ioniq 6 is nonetheless a top performer, with fast charging, quick acceleration, and a spacious interior.
Electric vehicles don't just compete against each other. In the BMW i4 sedan's case, it's also compared against every gas-powered M car before it. With that in mind, the i4 has to serve two orders; performance driving and maximum range. The first it does incredibly well. The xDrive40 and M50 models shell out 396 and 536 horsepower, respectively. We actually give the i4 M50 credit for having better ride-and-handling than the M3, which is already one of our favorite high-performance sedans. In terms of range, the xDrive40 goes the longest of the i4 options with an EPA range of 307 miles. And it has decent DC-fast charging capabilities with speeds of up to 200 kW. The i4 makes for a comfy daily driver with excellent performance when the right pedal asks for it, but dull steering is an example of where technology has gone a little too far. Also, the i4 has a hatchback trunk, which gives it added flexibility when stacking cargo behind its rear seats.
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