2022 Mazda 6 vs. 2022 Hyundai Ioniq

The 2022 Mazda 6 has turbo performance, an impressive presentation and controls with lots of safety gear which is optional. How does it compare to the 2022 Hyundai Ioniq, which has multiple power trains, outstanding fuel economy and controls and touchscreens which are intuitive?

Design & Style

The Hyundai Ioniq is a hatchback with five seats that can be purchased in electric, hybrid or plugin hybrid form. Its shape is attractive with a futuristic appearance and sharpened edges in front, with side panels that are smooth and elegant. Inside, passengers will be presented with a functional cockpit which has buttons that are readily accessible and simple to use. The shift controls have largely been replaced by digital displays and touchscreens.

The Mazda 6 has a toned exterior frame, with character lines that are prominent and a rear that is high yet tapered. It sits on nineteen inch wheels and it has an overall length of 191.5 inches with a wheelbase that is 111.4 inches. The seats are comfortable and remained so during a six hour drive test. Those that pay extra can get them covered in nappa leather.

Technology & Safety

Federal testers gave the Mazda 6 a perfect 5 star rating, and the IIHS gave it the Top Safety Pick award. Comforts within its cabin include heads up displays, a camera with surround view, emergency automatic brakes, cruise control, and lane control which is active. Perks within its cabin include 8 inch touchscreens, the choice of Apple CarPlay or Android Auto and keyless start.

The Hyundai Ioniq has all the safety features found in the Mazda 6, including blind area monitoring and high beam lights which are automated. It too has received a Top Safety Pick from the IIHs, and amenities within its cabin include keyless ignition, climate control, and an instrument cluster which is digital and powered seats.

Performance

The Hyundai Ioniq combines an electrical motor which is 43 horsepower with a polymer lithium battery and inline 4 engine that can produce 104 hp, for a combined total of 139 horsepower. The Mazda 6 is more traditional and outfitted with an inline 4, 2.5 liter engine that can generate 187 horsepower.

The Bottom Line

The Mazda 6 and Hyundai Ioniq are well matched when it comes to safety features and credentials. However, the Mazda has a substantial performance advantage, and because the Hyundai's rear seats are too cramped, its cargo space is too small and its plugin miles are quite low, this makes the Mazda 6 the winner, because it suffers from none of these deficiencies.

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