HYUNDAI IONIQ 5 VS IONIQ 6 DRIVING IMPRESSIONS: IS THE IONIQ 6 SPORTIER?

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The reviewer compares the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 SC RWD and the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 RWD, focusing on their driving dynamics. While both offer ample acceleration and a quiet cabin, the Ioniq 6 is perceived as sportier due to slightly firmer suspension tuning and a lower seating position, despite riding on larger 20-inch wheels compared to the Ioniq 5's 19-inch wheels. The Ioniq 5 is highlighted for its superior practicality due to its hatchback body style, making it the preferred choice for cargo hauling. The reviewer notes minor differences in steering wheel control layout, preferring the Ioniq 5's arrangement. Ultimately, the Ioniq 6 is favored for its driving dynamics, while the Ioniq 5 wins on practicality.