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Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Tesla Roadster comparison

Compare performance (650 HP vs ), boot space and price (39,000 £ vs 184,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 6 or Tesla Roadster?

Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Tesla Roadster: Key differences

Hyundai IONIQ 6

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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more trunk space
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Tesla Roadster

  • visibly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

IONIQ 6

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Hyundai IONIQ 6 is clearly cheaper – starting at 39,000 £ , while the Tesla Roadster costs 184,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 145,243 £.

As for electric range, the Tesla Roadster offers visibly more range – reaching up to 1,000 km, about 320 km more than the Hyundai IONIQ 6.

Roadster

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers significantly more boot space – 401 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 401 L.

IONIQ 6

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Roadster is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.1 s, while the Hyundai IONIQ 6 takes 3.2 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Roadster delivers clearly more torque with 10,000 Nm compared to 770 Nm. That’s about 9,230 Nm more.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £39,000
IONIQ 6

Hyundai IONIQ 6

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 650 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 469 - 680 km
Hyundai IONIQ 6
Tesla Roadster

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Hyundai IONIQ 6

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 glides down the road with a poise that feels more runway model than commuter car, its sleek silhouette promising efficiency without trying too hard. Inside, a calm, minimalist cabin packed with clever, usable tech makes it a compelling choice for buyers who want electric motoring that's smart, stylish and quietly practical.

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Tesla Roadster

The Roadster is a stunning embodiment of open-air driving, blending sleek design with exhilarating performance. With its sporty silhouette and agile handling, it offers an unmatched sense of freedom on the road. Enthusiasts revel in the combination of luxury and raw power, making every journey a memorable adventure.

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Hyundai IONIQ 6
Tesla Roadster

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,000 - 64,300 £
Price
184,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
469 - 680 km
Electric Range
1,000 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,892 - 2,134 kg
Curb weight
-
Trunk capacity
401 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,880 - 1,940 mm
Width
-
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
386 - 438 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 650 HP
Power HP
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
402 km/h
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Torque
10,000 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Power kW
-
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Tesla
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