[6][7] The vehicle was first sold in South Korea in late 2022, with deliveries in the United States beginning in March 2023.

[15] A series of photos showing details were released in the days leading up to 29 June 2022, when an overall photograph of the Ioniq 6 was unveiled.

In addition, the Ioniq 6 is the first vehicle to use Hyundai's new stylized-H emblem, which was manufactured in the form of a thin plane made of aluminium.

The vehicle function operation unit was designed to be centralized and the storage space was expanded by applying a bridge-type centre console.

The RN22e previews an Ioniq 6 N high-performance variant for regular production;[19] it is equipped with an all-wheel drive powertrain featuring upgraded traction motors that have outputs of 160 and 270 kW (218 and 367 PS; 215 and 362 hp) front and rear, respectively, and electronic torque vectoring on the rear differential using a twin-clutch system, branded e-TVTC.

[21] It is equipped with an optional "gearshift mode" which simulates engine noises and a paddle-shifted transmission implemented by briefly decreasing motor output, which was called "surprisingly convincing" but slowed the car's overall lap time.

[23] The RN22e is being used to test components that will be fitted to the racing variant of the Ioniq 6, with which Hyundai N plan to campaign in the eTouring Car World Cup series starting in 2023.

[23] During a hands-on session at the Bilster Berg track, Motor Trend writer Angus MacKenzie noted "the RN22e was setup deliberately to be something of a show-off drift king, to prove an EV can make you smile behind the wheel".

[11] Under Korean test standards, the long-range RWD version with 18-inch wheels was expected to have a range of 524 km (326 mi).

[27] In the United States, new Ioniq 6 vehicles receive two years of unlimited 30-minute free charging sessions at DC fast chargers owned by Electrify America.

The First Edition model use the Long Range AWD dual-motor powertrain, it features exclusive exterior and interior design elements inspired by the Prophecy concept car.

[36][37] The Ioniq 6 made its ASEAN premiere in the Philippines at the 18th Manila International Auto Show before its launch on 26 June 2023.

[38] The Ioniq 6 was launched in Malaysia on 21 July 2023 in a sole Max trim using the Long Range powertrain, with the option between RWD single-motor and AWD dual-motor layouts.

[41] Imported from South Korea,[42] the model is offered in one variant with one powertrain option; Signature with the Long Range (77.4 kWh) battery pack with all-wheel drive.