Hyundai has revealed the Ioniq 9, a three-row, all-electric SUV "designed to comfortably accommodate families."
The Ioniq 9 is set to launch in Korea and the US in the first half of 2025, with sales in Europe and other markets to follow later. The Ioniq 9 follows the successful Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 6, both of which were recognized with World Car of the Year Awards in 2022 and 2023.
Hyundai says that the Ioniq 9 "caters to the needs of connected families who value space and relaxation". The interior features "calming tones and elliptical elements" to create a lounge-like atmosphere, with natural light coming through the panoramic sunroof.
Both the first and second-row seats can fully recline, including a leg rest for optimal comfort. These "Relaxation Seats" also feature Hyundai's first Dynamic Body Care system with a massage function, designed to reduce fatigue during long journeys. Additionally, the second-row seats can swivel to face the third row when the vehicle is stationary.
The Ioniq 9 features a slidable "Universal Island 2.0" centre console that offers a walk-through front-row seating arrangement. With all seats in place, the boot provides up to 620 litres of luggage space, expanding to 1,323 litres with the third-row seats folded flat.
Hyundai calls the exterior design of the Ioniq 9 "Aerosthetic", focussing on a sleek and aerodynamic profile and a smooth, curved roofline.
This design, along with features like a hidden roof antenna, contributes to a low drag coefficient of 0.259 Cd when equipped with digital side mirrors. The Ioniq 9 also features Hyundai’s Parametric Pixels integrated into the LED light units and lower fascia.
Built on Hyundai's E-GMP architecture, the Ioniq 9 is equipped with a 110.3 kWh battery, projected to deliver a WLTP-estimated all-electric range of 620km.
Using a 350kW charger, it can charge from 10 to 80 percent in just 24 minutes. It also offers V2L (vehicle-to-load) functionality, allowing the vehicle's battery to power external devices.
Hyundai has also incorporated several technological advancements in the Ioniq 9, including a refined EV Route Planner, improved battery consistency, an enhanced torque control display, a comprehensive energy report feature, and the Hyundai AI Assistant, an AI-enabled voice recognition system.
Another new addition - and one that will no doubt prove to be controversial - is Hyundai's “Features on Demand (FoD)” service that allows customers to “personalise” their Ioniq 9 with digital upgrades purchased from an online store.
In terms of safety, the Ioniq 9 comes standard with ten airbags and Hyundai's latest ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems). The vehicle's reinforced body structure also prioritises battery safety in the event of a collision.
The Ioniq 9 will be available in various powertrain options, including Long-Range RWD, Long-Range AWD, and Performance AWD that can accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in just 5.2 seconds. Driver-centric features include a column-type shift-by-wire system and an improved braking system. Hyundai plans to release more detailed specifications closer to the launch in specific markets.