Hyundai’s three-row electrical SUV might be provided in Lengthy Vary RWD, Lengthy Vary AWD, and Efficiency guises
9 hours in the past
- The Ioniq 9 Efficiency can hit 62 mph in a powerful 5.2 seconds.
- Regardless of the SUV’s big battery pack, it solely takes 24 minutes to cost from 10-80%.
- Each six- and seven-seat variations might be out there.
Hyundai’s long-awaited three-row electrical SUV has lastly arrived within the type of the Ioniq 9. It serves because the model’s equal to the Kia EV9 and is underpinned by the acquainted E-GMP structure beneath the pores and skin of a number of Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis fashions.
Powertrain Choices and Efficiency
All variations of the Ioniq 9 come geared up with an enormous 110.3 kWh battery and it will likely be offered in three totally different configurations. Entry-level Lengthy Vary fashions are geared up with a single electrical motor on the rear, producing 214 hp (160 kW) and 258 lb-ft (350 Nm) of torque. Hyundai says this mannequin can journey as much as 385 miles (620 km) on the WLTP testing cycle when geared up with 19-inch wheels.
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These looking for some extra efficiency can go for the Lengthy Vary AWD. It provides a 94 hp (70 kW) motor to the entrance axle, with an additional 188 lb-ft (255 Nm) of torque. Sitting on the top quality is the Ioniq 9 Efficiency, rocking a pair of 214 hp (160 kW) motors on the entrance and rear. This mannequin can hit 62 mph (100 km/h) in 5.2 seconds, whereas the Lengthy Vary AWD wants 6.7 seconds to hit the identical mark, and the Lengthy Vary RWD takes 9.4 seconds. All fashions prime out at 124 mph (200 km/h).
No matter what variant prospects select, all Ioniq 9’s help might be charged from 10-80% in simply 24 minutes by way of a 350 kW charger. It additionally contains a vehicle-to-load charging operate.
Exterior Design and Aerodynamics
Visually, the Hyundai Ioniq 9 shares quite a bit in widespread with the SEVEN Idea from a few years in the past. It sports activities the identical Parametric Pixel lights as different Ioniq fashions and, regardless of its measurement, has a drag coefficient of simply 0.259 Cd with the non-compulsory digital wing mirrors.
It’s additionally the primary Hyundai to ditch a roof antenna and as an alternative makes use of the windshield for GPS and satellite tv for pc radio, the instrument panel for related automotive providers, and the tailgate glass for FM/AM radio. Patrons might be provided 19-, 20-, and 21-inch wheels, together with a set of flagship 21-inch ‘Calligraphy’ sneakers. At least 16 exterior colours can be found.
Inside and Tech Options
The Ioniq 9’s big 123.2-inch (3,130 mm) wheelbase leads to an expansive cabin clad in plush supplies that appears like an excellent place for lengthy street journeys. A steering wheel much like the one of many latest-generation Santa Fe comes commonplace and consists of small inexperienced LEDs to permit drivers to maintain observe of remaining battery cost.
A single curved display homes a 12-inch digital instrument cluster and a 12-inch infotainment show. As commonplace, the Ioniq 9 is provided with eight audio system, though an non-compulsory 14-speaker array from Bose is non-compulsory. Different key options embrace a number of 100-watt high-output USB-C ports that obtain energy instantly from the 110.3 kWh pack moderately than the 12-volt battery.
Loads of the inside surfaces are clad in eco-friendly supplies, together with recycled PET material, wool material, and eco-process leather-based, underlining the automotive’s environmental credentials. The Ioniq 9 might be offered in six- and seven-seat configurations and the second-row seats embrace a swiveling operate, just like the EV9.
Hyundai’s newest suite of security options is commonplace. This consists of Ahead Collision-Avoidance Help 2, Lane Conserving Help, Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Help, Protected Exit Warning, Rear Cross-Visitors Collision-Avoidance Help, and Excessive Beam Help. It’s additionally fitted with 10 airbags.
Availability
The Hyundai Ioniq 9 will first launch in Korea and america within the first half of 2025 earlier than increasing to Europe and different markets later within the 12 months. Market-specific specs and pricing might be introduced at a later date.
