Hyundai debuts the Ioniq 9, its first 3-row EV SUV

Hyundai has revealed the 2026 Ioniq 9, its first three-row all-electric SUV, ahead of the LA Auto Show. With seating for up to seven and a range of new features, the Ioniq 9 is Hyundai’s largest EV yet, built to compete in the growing market for bigger EVs.

Key features:

• Up to 335 miles of range on a single charge.

• Fast-charging capability – 10% to 80% in just 24 minutes.

• 0 to 60 mph in as fast as 4.9 seconds.

Tech upgrades:

• Over-the-air (OTA) updates and an app store called Features on Demand for customizable content, games, and dashboard designs.

• Bidirectional charging, allowing owners to power their homes during outages.

• Tesla Supercharger compatibility via the North American Charging Standard (NACS) port, though the rear-panel placement may require strategic positioning at some chargers.

Zooming in: Despite EV adoption lagging behind projections, the market is growing and Hyundai remains committed to its goal of 23 all-electric models globally by 2030.

• Hyundai has declined to announce pricing but indicated it will remain competitive with the Kia EV9, which starts at around $55,000.

• The Ioniq 9 will be produced at Hyundai’s $7.6 billion Metaplant in Georgia, part of a joint venture with LG Energy Solution.

• Production begins in spring 2025, with the Ioniq 9 hitting U.S. dealerships as a 2026 model.

Between the lines: Hyundai and Kia collectively sold the second-most EVs in the U.S. through Q3 2024, trailing only Tesla.

What’s next: By blending practicality with cutting-edge tech, Hyundai is setting the stage for a wider EV adoption within the brand, especially as larger, more versatile electric vehicles become the next frontier.

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