Comparison
Hyundai Ioniq6 vs Tesla Model S
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Tesla Model S 342 mi vs 410 mi
Best value Hyundai Ioniq6 $42,800 vs $86,630
Faster charging Hyundai Ioniq6 18 min vs 31 min
Weighted profile Hyundai Ioniq6 5.7 vs 4.3
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Tesla Model S
410 mi vs 342 mi
Value winner
Hyundai Ioniq6
$125/mi vs $211/mi
Charging winner
Hyundai Ioniq6
18 min vs 31 min
Efficiency winner
Hyundai Ioniq6
260 Wh/mi vs 271 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Tesla Model S
92.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Hyundai Ioniq6 | Tesla Model S |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | Ioniq 6 RWD (18 inch Wheels) | Model S |
| MSRP (USD) | $42,800 | $86,630 |
| Range | 342 mi | 410 mi |
| Efficiency | 260 Wh/mi • 3.85 mi/kWh | 271 Wh/mi • 3.69 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 74 kWh | 96 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| DC max | 235 kW | 250 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 18 min | 31 min |
| Roadtrip score | 89.2 | 88.7 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 166 mi | 120 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 125 $/mi | 211 $/mi |
| Top speed | 115 mph | 155 mph |
| Cargo | 14 cu ft | 25 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 3,307 lb | 3,527 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Tesla Model S if you want the longer rated range (410 mi vs 342 mi).
- Choose Hyundai Ioniq6 if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 18 min vs 31 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Hyundai Ioniq6 looks better ($125/mi vs $211/mi).
Weighted verdict
Hyundai Ioniq6 has the stronger weighted profile (5.7 vs 4.3).
Hyundai Ioniq65.7 Tesla Model S4.3 235 kW18 min 250 kW31 min
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