Hyundai Motor Wins Three Honors at 2026 What Car? Electric Car Awards
Hyundai Motor secured three titles at the 2026 What Car? Electric Car Awards, including Best Electric Performance Car for IONIQ 6 N, alongside honors for used hybrid models TUCSON Plug-in Hybrid and SANTA FE.
Hyundai Motor Company received three awards at the 2026 What Car? Electric Car Awards, judged by expert testers to recognize top electrified vehicles across performance and value categories. The accolades included Best Electric Performance Car for the IONIQ 6 N, as well as Best Used Hybrid Family SUV for the current TUCSON Plug-in Hybrid and Best Used Hybrid Seven-Seat MPV for the previous-generation SANTA FE. The awards highlight Hyundai’s focus on usability, longevity, and suitability for diverse use cases, from family transport to high-performance driving.
The IONIQ 6 N, recognized for Best Electric Performance Car, features a dual-motor powertrain delivering up to 650 PS and 770 Nm of torque, enabling a 0-62 mph time of 3.2 seconds and a top speed of 160 mph. It includes an 84 kWh battery offering up to 302 miles of WLTP range, alongside Hyundai’s N e-Shift virtual gearbox and N Active Sound+ system to enhance driving engagement and control.
The TUCSON Plug-in Hybrid, named Best Used Hybrid Family SUV, pairs a 1.6-liter T-GDi engine with a 13.8 kWh battery, producing 288 PS and 379 Nm of torque. It offers up to 43.5 miles of zero-emission electric range, making it a practical choice for families seeking lower running costs while maintaining comfort and usability.
The previous-generation SANTA FE earned Best Used Hybrid Seven-Seat MPV, available with a 1.6-liter T-GDi Hybrid powertrain producing 261 bhp or a Plug-in Hybrid option. Models up to five years old remain covered by Hyundai’s five-year unlimited mileage warranty, providing reassurance for buyers considering a used seven-seat SUV.