2022 NEW ZEALAND CAR OF THE YEAR
At Hyundai New Zealand we are extremely proud to have won multiple awards for our range of fully battery electric vehicles. In addition to leading the way with initiatives like future-fuels vehicles, hydrogen trucks, and a wide range of eco-friendly cars, at Hyundai New Zealand our EV range are models that have won accolades worldwide.
2022 CAR OF THE YEAR: IONIQ 5
If this car could brag, it just might. Afterall, it received New Zealand’s most prestigious industry award in the country, presented by New Zealand Motoring Writers’ Guild, naming it the 2022 car of the year! It was inspected under the high standards of 102 automotive journalists from 33 countries around the world. A true trailblazer towards sustainability and zero emissions in the automotive industry.
“The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is very deserving of the New Zealand Car of the Year,” says Richard Edwards, NZ Motoring Writers’ Guild President. “It is truly mould-breaking, without sacrificing efficiency, practicality or attractiveness. It is an all-around intriguing car before you consider its exceptional all-electric drivetrain.”
IONIQ 5 has also won German Car of the Year, UK Car of the Year, Auto Express’ Car of the Year, Auto Bild’s Electric Car of the Year, and the first-ever Best Cars of the Year 2021/2022 Awards.
2023 WORLD CAR OF THE YEAR: IONIQ 6
As if being named New Zealand’s Car of the Year in 2022 is not impressive enough, the IONIQ 6 was named the World Car of the Year for 2023! From the outside it looks like something from the future. Bold, modern, and inviting. What is on the inside is equally as impressive. You can travel up to 614km* on a single charge, and you can charge from 10-80% in approximately 25 minutes.
Going electric doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice performance. Experience dynamic driving with a top speed of 185km/h and a powerful acceleration that reaches 100km/h in as low as 5.1 seconds.* You can customise this car to find the perfect match for your personal driving style. Adjust power, accelerator pedal sensitivity, steering, and driveline.
The fully electric IONIQ 6 takes sustainability to another level by incorporating eco-friendly materials in both the interior and exterior build of the car. Including eco-processed leather, bio paint, and recycled fishing-nets. How cool is that?
The IONIQ 6 is available to build, price and order now.