Hyundai achieved a significant success within the scope of the 2026 World Car Awards and won the “World Performance Car” award with the IONIQ 6 N. The winners of the 22nd award ceremony were announced at the organization held within the scope of the 2026 New York International Auto Show.
This award from the World Car Awards jury has great meaning for the thousands of people who design, develop and produce this vehicle at Hyundai. The superior design, advanced technology and real-life value offered by IONIQ 6 N are also appreciated by users. This award is dedicated to both the jury and all customers who choose Hyundai and inspire the brand.
What are the Salient Features of the Winning Model?
The IONIQ 6 N stood out in the World Performance Car category by redefining high performance in the electric age. The model combines driver-oriented technologies developed for both track and daily use with strong performance.
Superior Performance: Offering up to 650 horsepower with N Grin Boost, the model reaches speeds from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.2 seconds.
Driver-Focused Technologies: While N e-Shift offers real gear feel, N Active Sound+ provides a more immersive driving experience.
Advanced Battery Technology: The 84 kWh battery can reach 10% to 80% in approximately 18 minutes with 350 kW fast charging under favorable conditions.
How Does This Award Support Hyundai’s Success Story?
This success enabled Hyundai to be awarded for the fifth consecutive year at the World Automobile Awards and once again demonstrated the brand’s leadership in automotive innovation. Important achievements in previous years are as follows:
2025: INSTER – World Electric Car of the Year
2024: IONIQ 5 N – World Performance Car of the Year
2023: IONIQ 6 – World Car of the Year, World Electric Car of the Year, World Car Design of the Year
2022: IONIQ 5 – World Car of the Year, World Electric Car of the Year, World Car Design of the Year
This consistent success strongly demonstrates that Hyundai continues to push the boundaries in design and technology.
Automobile Magazine – English
