What Is the Ioniq 9?
The Hyundai Ioniq 9 is a three‑row, all‑electric midsize crossover SUV, officially released starting in 2025 as a 2026 model year, with availability rolling out in South Korea, the U.S., then Europe
It’s the largest mainstream EV Hyundai has built, blending avant-garde styling with spacious seating, cutting‑edge range and fast charging.
Key Specs & Performance
Built on Hyundai’s advanced E‑GMP platform and packing a 110.3 kWh battery, the Ioniq 9 delivers:
- Long‑Range RWD: 160 kW motor (~215 hp), WLTP range up to 620 km (385 mi), 0–100 km/h in ~9.4 s
- Long‑Range AWD: Adds a front motor (230 kW / 308 hp), acceleration ~6.7 s, range ~503 km
- Performance AWD: Dual 160 kW motors (~429 hp / 435 PS), 0–100 km/h in ~5.2 s, torque up to 700 Nm, range ~501 km
Charge from 10% → 80% in just 24 minutes using 350 kW fast charging (thanks to dual 400V/800V architecture)
Design & Features
Aerosthetic Exterior
- Drag coefficient just 0.259 Cd with optional digital mirrors
- Sleek silhouette built for efficiency, with aerospace-inspired lines
- “Parametric Pixel” LED lighting and hidden antennas for clean visuals
Interior Designed for Connection
- Flexible seating: choose six (captain seats) or seven-seat layout
- Relaxation seats with leg rests and touch-massage feature in front two rows
- Mid-row swiveling seats for face-to-face interaction when parked
- Sliding Universal Island 2.0 console — accessible from front or back with moving armrest and dual trays
Technology & Sustainability
- Panoramic curved display housing dual 12.3″ screens
- Over-the-air “Features on Demand” upgrades (e.g. lighting effects or display themes)
- Included: high-power USB‑C ports (100 W each) and Vehicle‑to‑Load (V2L) function (external 230 V outlet up to 3.6 kW)
- Eco‑friendly materials: recycled PET, wool blends, bio‑leather and even paint made from recycled tires
🛋 Space & Comfort
- Wheelbase: 3,130 mm (the longest among Hyundai models)
- Cargo space: Up to 620 L with all rows raised; 1,323 L with 3rd row folded; frunk: 88 L (RWD) or 52 L (AWD)
- Interior volume: Nearly flat floor design ensures generous legroom even in third row – suitable for full-size adults
Pricing & Availability
- Base RWD configuration starts around $60,555 MSRP in the U.S.
- Performance AWD Calligraphy trims run from $72,850 to ~$78,000
- Qualifies for the full $7,500 U.S. federal EV tax credit on U.S.-built models
- Production sites include South Korea (Ulsan) and Georgia, USA
Final Take
The Hyundai Ioniq 9 isn’t just breaking rules—it’s rewriting them:
- Lavish three‑row SUV comfort with EV practicality
- Competitive long-range EV performance with an eco‑luxury interior
- Ultra-fast charging and innovative tech features like V2L, OTA upgrades, and swivel seats
If you're after a cutting‑edge family EV that offers size, range, and premium innovation—this car truly plays by no one’s rules but its own.
Want to compare it to rivals like the Kia EV9, Volvo EX90, or Tesla Model X