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Auto Express
27-05-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Express
Hyundai Ioniq 9 2025 preview: walkaround, specs, prices and on-sale date
Key specs Fuel type Electric Body style Large SUV Powertrain 110kWh battery, single or dual e-motor Price £65,000-£70,000 (est) This is the Hyundai Ioniq 9: an all-new flagship electric SUV that aims to elevate the brand into uncharted territory. It follows the IONIQ Concept 'SEVEN' from 2021; the name change, we're told, leaves room for range expansion at a later date. The 9's specs are strong: a massive 110kWh battery, an 800-volt electrical architecture and nearly 400 miles of range – even on the fastest Performance AWD model. There's room for seven inside, and a huge boot capable of carrying more than a small van. Advertisement - Article continues below While the car shares its overall design language with the smaller Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 6, head of design Simon Loasby sees the Hyundai line-up like a series of chess pieces, whereby each car plays a different role. The 9 is designed to capitalise on the current 'growth opportunity in the three-row SUV segment'. Prices and specs will be revealed in time, but we expect the 9 to start from around £65,000 – on par with the Kia EV9. That's more than for a base-spec Volkswagen ID. Buzz LWB, but significantly less than for a Volvo EX90 – although that's currently offered only in pricey dual-motor guise. The Ioniq 9 has been revealed this week at the Los Angeles Auto Show. It will launch in Korea and the US in the early part of 2025, before arriving in Europe later next year. Model Power 0-62mph Top speed Hyundai Ioniq 9 Long-Range RWD 215bhp 9.4 seconds NA Hyundai Ioniq 9 Long-Range AWD 309bhp 6.8 seconds 124mph Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance AWD 429bhp 5.3 seconds 124mph The Hyundai Ioniq 9 will be offered with three powertrain options at launch. Entry-level cars will use an efficient, rear-mounted motor with 215bhp – good for a relatively sedate 0-62mph time of 9.4 seconds. This model, Hyundai claims, posts an official range of up to 372 miles. Skip advert Advertisement - Article continues below Above this sits the standard all-wheel-drive car. The rear motor is bigger than that at the front, but combined they produce 309bhp – enough for 0-62mph in 6.8 seconds. There's no news of a Hyundai Ioniq 9 N yet; the Performance AWD model will top the range for now. With 429bhp, it'll do 0-62mph in 5.3 seconds. All versions have the same 124mph top speed. Model Battery size Range Efficiency Hyundai Ioniq 9 Long-Range RWD 110.3kWh 372 miles (est) TBC Hyundai Ioniq 9 Long-Range AWD 110.3kWh 346 miles (est) TBC Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance AWD 110.3kWh 317 miles (est) TBC As mentioned, there will be three distinct models offered at launch, although the chunky 110.3kWh battery is standard across the Ioniq 9 range. That's 10.5kWh bigger than in the mechanically similar Kia EV9, which sits on the same E-GMP platform. Advertisement - Article continues below That, inevitably, benefits range. The base Long-Range RWD car comes with just one motor and is therefore lighter – and posts the longest range at 372 miles. A comparable EV9 Air has an official range of 349 miles. Above the Long-Range RWD sits the Long-Range AWD, which adds an extra motor to the front axle for all-wheel drive and a bit of extra grunt. This version will still do a claimed 346 miles on a charge – equivalent to around 3.1mi/kWh. The range-topper, for now, is the Performance AWD, which with 429bhp doesn't quite offer the performance of its N-badged Ioniq 5 stablemate. Still, with a quoted 317-mile range, the flagship Ioniq 9 should serve those wanting to blend performance with efficiency well. Skip advert Advertisement - Article continues below As with all (current) Ioniq-badged Hyundais, the 9 uses an 800-volt electrical architecture for lightning-fast charging. The maker doesn't quote a peak charge speed, but we've been told it is 'very similar' to that of the Ioniq 5 and 6 – meaning a 230-240kW maximum. A 10-80 per cent top-up takes 24 minutes on a suitably fast charger. As with the Ioniq 5, charge status is highlighted via a series of green dots on the steering wheel. Hyundai refuses to implement an Audi-style cookie-cutter design language, meaning each of its models looks quite distinct. The Ioniq 9 is the brand's flagship electric SUV, and while it sits on the same E-GMP platform as the Kia EV9, it takes on a much sleeker and slipperier shape. The Hyundai boasts an impressively low drag coefficient of 0.259Cd when fitted with the optional digital door mirrors. Advertisement - Article continues below US cars will get a full-width pixel front lightbar, but apparently European crash-test legislation means UK cars do without. This is a distinctive feature, and it's a shame we miss out – but you still get the pixel-style daytime running lights and separate headlights located underneath. A lot of the tech and sensors are hidden in the black panel just above the numberplate, yet the smoother front end gives it a much less imposing stance compared with its EV9 sibling. Skip advert Advertisement - Article continues below The smooth surfacing continues down the side, where trim choice will dictate how much black cladding each car gets. Calligraphy is expected to be the top spec (but still to be confirmed), which looks pretty upmarket thanks to the extensive use of body-coloured trim. A selection of alloy wheels will be offered, from 19 to 21 inches. Whereas the EV9 wears its boxy profile with pride, the Ioniq 9 is much sleeker, with a taper towards the rear that Hyundai claims is reminiscent of a boat tail. The back end is almost Volvo-like in its appearance and features more pixel lighting, which curves up and over the top edge of the bootlid. It's a striking look that is sure to turn heads at night. Advertisement - Article continues below The interior is just as fresh and clean as the exterior, with a pair of 12-inch screens laid out in what looks like a single curved display. The media and climate controls sit within a separate panel beneath the air vents, with easily accessible rotary dials to tweak the temperature. The materials used feel suitably high end, no matter which of the seven seats you're sitting in. The car features a number of sustainable materials including eco process leather, recycled PET fabric and bio paint. A total of 16 exterior colours will be offered, alongside a selection of six two-tone interior options. The Hyundai Ioniq 9 uses a familiar twin-screen infotainment system running intuitive software found in other Ioniq-badged models. The curved display is made up of two 12-inch screens, is clear and easy to read, and is responsive to the touch. The graphics are perhaps not as crisp as you might hope for a range flagship – this is one area where the Ioniq 9 could benefit from a significant over-the-air (OTA) update. Skip advert Advertisement - Article continues below Specifications haven't yet been confirmed, but you can expect all the usual phone connectivity options including Bluetooth, plus Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus the option of a 14-speaker Bose stereo on top-spec models. There's an AI voice-recognition system and a series of Bluelink connected car services. Occupants in all three rows benefit from high-power 100W USB-C ports. Advertisement - Article continues below Hyundai says it will also incorporate an e-Active Sound Design (e-ASD), which apparently 'outputs the virtual driving sound of an EV using an audio system'. Dimensions Length 5,060mm Width 1,980mm Height 1,790mm Number of seats Seven Boot space 620/1,323 litres (five-seat mode), plus 52/88-litre frunk Looks can be deceptive. To our eyes, the Hyundai Ioniq 9 looks lighter and more compact than the Kia EV9, and yet it's ever so slightly longer – both in the wheelbase (3,130mm) and overall (5,060mm). That makes this a hugely practical car. All seven of the seats are suitable for adults on short journeys, and they'll fold flat to reveal a van-like 1,323 litres of boot space. Hyundai doesn't yet offer a figure with rows two and three folded, but it's reasonable to expect this to exceed 2,000 litres all-in. There's a decent frunk as well – 88 litres in single-motor models, or 52 litres on all-wheel-drive cars. Either way, there is enough space for a charge cable or two. Skip advert Advertisement - Article continues below As mentioned, the Ioniq 9 is a seven-seater. However, if you want to make the cabin even roomier, you can opt for the six-seat layout, with a totally flat floor and two captain's chairs in the middle row. If you tick the right option boxes, these can swivel 180 degrees to face the rearmost seats, and recline to virtually flat to make those long, laborious motorway journeys a little more relaxing. Advertisement - Article continues below Up front, you get two almost armchair-like seats, with a chunky, sliding Universal Island 2.0 centre console and a completely flat floor. It feels roomy, which is only helped by the minimalist dash layout. Hyundai claims the Ioniq 9 has a 'reinforced body structure' that 'distributes collision energy and maintains structural integrity, even in severe electric vehicle accidents'. Even the third row gets seatbelt pre-tensioners, and there are 10 airbags dotted throughout the cabin 'to further enhance safety'. Advanced safety features include Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist 2, Lane-Keeping Assist, Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, Safe-Exit Warning and Driver-Attention Warning to name a few. We've not yet been offered even indicative pricing for the Hyundai Ioniq 9, but given that the Kia EV9 starts from just under £65,000, we expect its Korean stablemate to sit in a similar ballpark. An all-singing, all-dancing Ioniq 9 Performance AWD in the proposed range-topping Calligraphy spec could feasibly nudge £85,000. While that might sound a lot for an SUV with a Hyundai badge on the boot, it's worth considering that every model offers more than 300 miles of range, plus that all-important 800-volt electrical architecture and ultra-rapid charging capability. Rivals span everything from the aforementioned EV9, to the Volvo EX90 and Volkswagen ID. Buzz LWB. If you don't need seven seats, models such as the Mercedes EQE and BMW iX might also be worth considering. 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Digital Trends
20-05-2025
- Automotive
- Digital Trends
With the Ioniq 9, Hyundai struggles to clear its own high bar
Hyundai has used the clean-sheet nature of electric powertrains to make new vehicles radically different from its internal-combustion models, but what happens when the best thing a new car can be is ordinary? The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 is a three-row SUV that, to succeed, needs to prioritize space and an effortless ownership experience over radical styling or sports-car driving dynamics. That doesn't leave much room for creativity, but Hyundai has done its best by giving the Ioniq 9 futuristic styling combined with the proven E-GMP dedicated EV platform from its other Ioniq models and the Kia EV9. The enthusiastic response to the EV9, from Hyundai's sibling brand, shows why, despite having two gasoline three-row SUVs in its lineup already, Hyundai needed an all-electric one as well. Another daring design from Hyundai Many automakers create a family look across their lineups, but Hyundai went in a different direction with its Ioniq EVs. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Hyundai Ioniq 6 are polar opposites when it comes to styling, and the Ioniq 9 follows yet another path that helps it stand out from other three-row SUVs. Recommended Videos It's clear that engineers spent a lot of time in the wind tunnel, but unlike so many other low-drag designs, the Ioniq 9 still has the upright proportions of a true SUV. The result is something that looks like it would be right at home on a school pickup line in the Tron Grid. The tall hood is decidedly SUV-like, but the front end is smoothed as if by erosion. Squared-off fenders add a bit of ruggedness but don't stick out far enough to impede air flow. And at the back, the body sides taper back, and the roof descends, into a chopped-off tail not unlike what helped make the 2004 Toyota Prius so distinctive and aerodynamically efficient. All of this is topped off with another iteration of the pixel lighting previously seen on the Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 6. The light bar running across the hood gives the Ioniq 9 a distinctive and futuristic look when viewed through a rearview mirror, while at the back the lights form a hoop around the tailgate. This helps punch up the design a bit, adding visual interest to the otherwise smooth and unadorned surfaces of this electric SUV. Less successful in that regard is the copious black plastic trim, which seems tacked-on. And just as piano-black plastic interior trim is hard to keep clean, the black license-plate surround will likely always be covered in fingerprints. Still a practical three-row SUV As with so many of its other vehicles, Hyundai made a different styling statement while using the same platform as a dramatically different-looking model from sibling brand Kia. The Ioniq 9 is based on the same plus-sized version of the E-GMP architecture as the Kia EV9 (a Genesis luxury model is also on the way). The EV9 trades the Ioniq 9's wind-smoothed surfaces for sharp edges, but they look virtually identical to a measuring tape. The Hyundai is 2.0 inches longer, 1.6 inches taller, and just 0.1 inch wider. Headroom and legroom are pretty much identical as well, no matter which seating position you're talking about. And like most three-row vehicles, Hyundai offers second-row bench seat and captain's chairs options, making the Ioniq 9 a six- or seven-seater, respectively. The second row can slide forward or back in either case, but even with the seats slid all the way forward, adults won't find much knee room in the third row. There's still plenty of space for the kids that will most likely be occupying it, though. Open the Ioniq 9's standard power tailgate and you get 21.9 cubic feet of cargo space. That expands to 46.7 cubic feet with the third row folded, and 86.9 cubic feet with the second row folded. All three numbers surpass the EV9, and Hyundai claims more cargo space behind the second and third rows than in a Rivian R1S (Rivian doesn't publish its own comparable figures to verify this). But while the R1S has a spacious frunk, the Ioniq 9 only has a small under-hood compartment just spacious enough for charging cables. Hyundai's dual-screen setup, with 12.3-inch screens serving as the instrument cluster and touchscreen, remains impressive — especially now that Hyundai is integrating wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto with this bigger display. But the Ioniq 9's Universal Island 2.0 center console really stole the show. Incorporating plenty of storage space front and rear, it's also accessible from either direction and slides fore and aft. It's a thoughtful feature for a vehicle where every seat is important. Quick, but not sporty Hyundai is offering three powertrain configurations for the 2026 model year, all with a 110.3-kilowatt-hour battery pack. The Ioniq 9 S base model has a single motor sending 215 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque to the rear wheels. SE and SEL models have a dual-motor all-wheel drive powertrain making 303 hp and 446 lb-ft. Limited, Calligraphy, and Calligraphy Design models have a 'performance' dual-motor powertrain rated at 422 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque. The rear-wheel drive Ioniq 9's output is identical to a rear-wheel drive EV9, but the highest-output version of the Hyundai has a bit more horsepower than the Kia (torque is the same), getting it from zero to 60 mph 0.1 second quicker, at 4.9 seconds. The advantage will shift to Kia once a more powerful EV9 GT arrives later this year, though. Quick acceleration is handy for merging onto highways, but it's not really the point of the Ioniq 9. It doesn't try to be anything other than a big, comfortable SUV that will whisk kids to extracurricular activities, or serve as an analogue to the big sedans of old for buyers who simply want a spacious vehicle. The suspension absorbed bumps without any waterbed-like jiggling, and like all EVs the Ioniq 9 was impressively quiet (although there was a bit more tire noise than anticipated). It's nice to drive, just not exciting. Helping to maintain comfort and composure is Hyundai's i-Pedal brake-control system. This automatically blends regenerative braking and friction braking to slow the vehicle as smoothly and efficiently as possible. It's a carryover feature from other Ioniq EVs, but the tuning for the Ioniq 9 was particularly good. While it's still possible to summon a burst of regenerative braking with steering-wheel paddles, it was hard to match i-Pedal's smoothness. NACS onboard Hyundai estimates 335 miles of range for the base rear-wheel drive S trim level, 320 miles for dual-motor SE and SEL models, and 311 miles for the high-end Limited, Calligraphy, and Calligraphy Design models, all of which have the more powerful 'performance' powertrain tune. That gives the Ioniq 9 a range advantage over its Kia EV9 platform-mate, which only tops 300 miles in rear-wheel drive Light Long Range form, but that advantage is achieved with a larger battery pack. Both Hyundai and Kia are switching to the North American Charging Standard (NACS) charging port for the 2026 model year, giving drivers access to Tesla Supercharger DC fast-charging stations. This provides access to more chargers with a proven reliability record, but in this case it doesn't necessarily mean faster charging. Hyundai estimates that the Ioniq 9 can complete a 10%-80% charge in 41 minutes at a V3 Supercharger, but that drops to 24 minutes at a 350-kilowatt Combined Charging Standard (CCS) station, using an adapter. When Level 2 AC charging, a full recharge takes nine hours and 40 minutes at 11 kW, according to Hyundai. Like other models based on the E-GMP architecture, the Ioniq 9 is also capable of bidirectional charging for powering devices and appliances. So far, Hyundai hasn't discussed a full home backup-power system like the one that's available for the EV9, but its Hyundai Home marketplace provides a ready portal for selling such equipment. A relative value in a high-priced market segment With a base price of $60,555 with rear-wheel drive, the Ioniq 9 is the most expensive SUV in Hyundai's lineup. Prices rise significantly from there. The all-wheel drive SE and SEL start at $64,365 and $67,920, respectively. The luxe Limited starts at $72,850, the Calligraphy starts at $76,590, and the Calligraphy Design tops things off at $78,090. Kia hadn't released pricing for the 2026 EV9 at press time, but for reference the 2025 model started at $56,395 with a smaller battery pack and less range than the base Ioniq 9. Hyundai's trim walk is also more top heavy with high-end trim levels, but that may also be the case for the EV9 — Kia has already confirmed Nightfall Edition and GT models for 2026 that likely won't be bargains. All Ioniq 9 models will also be built in Georgia and will qualify for a $7,500 federal EV tax credit, but that's not guaranteed with the EV9. This pricing structure might help differentiate the two brands, but it doesn't make much sense for customers, as the EV9 and Ioniq 9 offer similar features, interior space, and the same generous warranty coverage. The Ioniq 9 does at least stay below the Rivian R1S and the handful of luxury-brand three-row electric SUVs currently on the market. It's a sensible choice, but not an extraordinary value. That's appropriate for what is an ordinary vehicle, not an extraordinary one — just as the mission brief says.
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Lucid's powerful Gravity SUV offers one hell of an electric ride
First those wizards at Silicon Valley start-up Lucid Motors conjured up the futuristic Air saloon and now they are set to shake up the electric SUV market with the slick and effortlessly powerful Gravity. This second child from the Californian newcomer is another sign that things are changing at the upper end of the SUV segment. While the established luxury brands still hesitate to electrify their large SUVs, Lucid hopes the Gravity will attract all those customers for whom high-performance cars such as the Hyundai Ioniq 9, the Kia EV9 or the Volvo EX90 are not powerful enough. The seven-seater will come to Europe from the US in autumn and pricing will probably start at around €130,000. The initial ticket will later fall to just under €100,000 with a slimmed-down entry-level model. Yet this is not just a king-sized Lucid Air with three rows of seats. Yes, it is certainly big at 5.03 metres, but not overbearing or covered in plastic cladding like some of the competition. It would easily pass off as a cool van and looks sleek, fresh and friendly. The shape is more streamlined than most other off-road vehicles which prompts Lucid to claim a range of more than 700 kilometres, according to the European measuring standard. Inside, the Gravity entices with a spread of modern luxurious materials and an elegant screen landscape. The Gravity's blade-like screen is located higher, making everything visible at once. There is an amazing amount of room in this SUV whether with the five- or seven-seat arrangement. Anyone can get comfortable in row two, while full-size humans can fit into the third row without having to pull up their knees and risk bumping their heads. The perches will not massage or ventilate your back, but they are at least heated. Since the Gravity is meant to be a touring car, there is ample luggage space. The boot will swallow up to 3,200 litres and the frunk under the front bonnet has another 200 litres. The Gravity offers not just space but plenty of pace too. The name hints at the heft which sends this car charging ahead. The SUV tips the scales at just under three tonnes and provides blistering performance from its two engines rated at a total of 609 kW/828 hp and with some 1,200 Nm of torque on tap. The stats are from the world of sports cars. The Gravity accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.6 seconds, and tops out at 270 km/h. This makes its faster than most combustion engines in this class. Even when standing still, the Gravity outperforms the competition: because its 123 kWh battery runs at a voltage of 926 volts. This means it charges at a previously unrivalled 400 kW, providing enough juice for 400 kilometres in less than 15 minutes. These enormous forces which this car can unleash are kept in check by a solid braking system with a high recuperation rate, air suspension with incredibly fast adaptation and steering that shrinks the turning circle thanks to the active rear axle. Now if only they had fitted a round steering wheel instead of an odd rounded square one (automotive pundits call it a "squircle"). Once the driver gets used to this, he or she will be happy to leave the motorway behind, switch to a twisty country road and carve up some tight corners. Remember though, even if the back seat passengers start off looking relaxed, some may quickly go queasy if you take the bends too fast in this big car. When it comes to power, the Lucid has few competitors in its class and its remarkable technology makes the Gravity an attractive alternative in the luxury class. It is, however, still an outsider and in Europe, the company's sales staff will have their work cut out persuading buyers to part with so much cash for a fledgling brand car.
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
The Made-In-America Ioniq 9 Is The Most Expensive Hyundai Ever
Hyundai has really come into its own over the past decade or so, with the brand that was once known to produce uninspiring yet affordable cars putting in the work to shed the image of simply being the cheaper choice. Its offerings still generally ring in at lower prices than their market competition, but Hyundai has refined its products to the point that they offer much more than just a low price tag. The brand's bold styling, luxury car features and great deals have won over hundreds of thousands of buyers. Today, Hyundai announced the pricing for its new Ioniq 9 electric three-row crossover, and while its starting price is pretty reasonable, it tops out higher than any Hyundai vehicle before it at nearly $80,000. Its Kia cousin, the EV9, is $4,160 less than the Ioniq 9 to start and about $2,700 less expensive in its top trim and has been in big demand, so we're eager to see if Hyundai's longer-range Ioniq 9 can do the same despite being the most expensive Hyundai-branded vehicle ever. Read more: These Are The Cars You Love Getting As Ubers And Lyfts Don't worry though, buyers whose budget doesn't extend to the $80,000 mark actually get rewarded with higher EPA range estimates. The cheapest Hyundai Ioniq 9 is the rear-wheel-drive S trim, which starts at $60,555 (including the $1,600 destination charge). The S has a single rear-mounted motor that produces 215 horsepower and offers the highest range estimate at 335 miles. All other trims of the Ioniq 9 are all-wheel drive, with two different power levels available. The $64,365 SE and $67,920 SEL models have a pair of motors putting out 303 hp and a maximum range of 320 miles, while the top three Performance trims have 422 hp and a range of 311 miles; the drop in range is likely due to larger 21-inch wheels. The Performance Limited starts at $72,850, and upgrading to the fancy Performance Calligraphy trim bumps the starting price up to $76,590. Finally, there's the top Performance Calligraphy Design trim, which starts at $78,090 and gets matte paint and special wheels. Though the Ioniq 9 is more expensive than the Kia EV9, its more aerodynamic styling and larger 110-kWh battery pack gives it better range figures — the longest-range EV9 you can buy is rated at 304 miles, with other trims rated between 230 and 280 miles. Hyundai says Ioniq 9s are capable of recharging from 10% to 80% in as little as 24 minutes on a 350-kW DC fast charger, which is impressive. Three-row EV competition is slim, but the Volkswagen ID Buzz's 91-kWh battery is only capable of 200 kW maximum charge speeds, so it takes about 26 minutes to charge from 10-to-80% and can't travel as far as the Ioniq 9. Every Ioniq 9 sold in the United States will be built at Hyundai's new Metaplant in Bryan County, Georgia, which means it's eligible for the full $7,500 federal tax credit. That may change given Trump's various vendettas against non-Tesla electric vehicles, but for now Hyundai's handsome three-row EV is eligible. All Ioniq 9s will be sold with NACS charge ports, which allows them direct access to compatible Tesla-branded Superchargers, and they're sold with CCS adaptors to allow owners to access all types of public charging stations. Hyundai says Ioniq 9 buyers will receive either a free Level 2 ChargePoint home charger or a $400 charging credit. Set to arrive in dealerships early this month, all 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9s should be safe from President Donald Trump's economy-demolishing import tariffs if he ever makes up his mind on how badly he wants to bankrupt the 99% of us who don't have seven-figure bank accounts. Want more like this? Join the Jalopnik newsletter to get the latest auto news sent straight to your inbox... Read the original article on Jalopnik.
ArabGT
04-05-2025
- Automotive
- ArabGT
How Much Will the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 9 Cost? Full Price Breakdown
As 2024 wrapped up, Hyundai introduced its latest all-electric model: the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 9 . Now, official global pricing has been released for the 2025 version of this three-row electric SUV. The Ioniq 9 is Hyundai's next-gen flagship in the electric crossover category, positioned as the sibling to the Kia EV9. It's expected to begin arriving at dealerships shortly. When it does, the entry-level model will carry a base price of $60,555. 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 9 – Price Breakdown The Ioniq 9 lineup offers several trims with varying performance levels and driving ranges: S RWD : Starting at $60,555 (approx. SAR 227,081), this variant features rear-wheel drive, a single 215-hp motor, and a range of 539 km per charge. SE AWD : With a dual-motor setup producing 303 hp and a 515 km range, this all-wheel-drive model starts at $64,765 (around SAR 242,860). SEL AWD : Also boasting 303 hp and a 515 km range, this version is priced at $67,920 (SAR 254,700). Performance Limited : Pushing out 422 hp with a 500 km range, this performance trim begins at $72,850 (SAR 273,187). Performance Calligraphy : Matching the Limited's output and range, this upscale edition starts at $76,590 (SAR 287,212). Performance Calligraphy Design: The top-tier version, equipped with the same 422 hp and 500 km range, is priced at $78,090 (SAR 292,837). All listed prices include a destination fee of $1,600 (equivalent to AED 6,000). Powertrain Options Every Ioniq 9 is powered by a 110.3 kWh battery, with multiple configurations to match various performance needs: Base Model : Single-motor RWD producing 215 hp Mid-Tier AWD : Dual-motor setup delivering 303 hp High-Performance AWD: Dual motors generating 422 hp, exclusive to the Performance trims, and capable of 0–60 mph in just 4.9 seconds Vehicle Dimensions Hyundai's latest family-sized electric SUV measures: Length : 5,060 mm Width : 1,980 mm Height : 1,790 mm Wheelbase: 3,130 mm The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 9 joins Hyundai's growing EV portfolio alongside the Ioniq 5, Ioniq 6, and Kona Electric. It will be built at the company's manufacturing facility in Georgia, USA. For comparison, its corporate cousin—the Kia EV9—comes in slightly lower, starting at $57,090 (SAR 214,087) globally.
