Why don't the Ioniq 6’s doors auto lock?

Question

The one of the most frequently mentioned quirks of the Ioniq 6 is that it doesn't automatically lock its doors when you walk away from the vehicle. This is a standard feature on many modern cars, and especially in the premium segment. This absence of such a convenient feature started a conversation about user experience, safety and Hyundai's design language. Owners are frustrated to have to manually lock their car each time, while others say it’s no big deal. Is this a big oversight, or minor annoyance? Is HM going to fix this with software update, or are there reasons to omit this feature intentionally?

Aditi · Accepted Answer

In fact, I like it this way. Sometimes auto lock features will lock you out if you aren't careful.

Vivek · Answer

I miss auto lock from a car more than I thought I would coming from a car with it. It’s the little conveniences that count.

Divya · Answer

It's not that big of a deal. When you walk out press the button on the door handle. Takes half a second.

Sourabh · Answer

I think it's a safety issue. But what happens if you forget to lock it in a sketchy area? This should be in every modern car.

Shantanu · Answer

It's annoying, but not that bad. I would hope Hyundai would add it in a future update.

Gaurav · Answer

I don't mind it. I'm just one of those people who like to lock their car manually anyway, just gives me peace of mind.

Md · Answer

Honestly my biggest gripe about the car. In 2024, how did they miss such a basic feature?

Why don't the Ioniq 6’s doors auto lock?

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