Hyundai Ioniq 9 Emerges as a Top Family EV — Full Review and Key Takeaways

The Hyundai Ioniq 9 reinforces the definition of family electric transport as a 350-mile-range 3-row SUV with 800 V ultra-fast charging and cavernous 7 occupant space, at a lower base price of less than 60,000 to compete with Tesla Model X and Rivian R1S. Riding on Hyundai E-GMP and two-motor all-wheel drive with 429 hp, it can be seen as a mix of luxurious lounge-like atmosphere (imagine Nappa leather and 27-inch ultrawide dash) and rugged 7.8-inch clearance to go on light adventures. V2L power-outlets and Highway Driving Assist II makes it a no-compromise daily hauler, showing that EVs do not need to stop at gas stations to eat up road trips, carpools and equipment.

Performance Powertrain and Range

The 111.5 kWh battery offers real world versatility in all trims, 10-80 percent in 18 minutes at 350 kW.

Trim/Battery Drive Horsepower EPA Range 0-100 km/h
RWD Standard RWD 315 hp 350 miles 5.5 sec
AWD Long Range AWD 429 hp 300 miles 4.5 sec
Performance AWD 500+ hp 280 miles <4 sec

Regen paddles and V2H exports power home in outages; Eco/Pro paddles stretch juice.

Friendliness to the Family

Triple-zone layout accommodates the adults in three rows of seats and the second row captain seats are limo-like.

– 1,400+ litres baggage behind first row; 700 litres with third up.
– Sliding second row power folding seats, bike/stroller friendly.
– Ventilated rears, standard, massaging fronts, quad-zone climate.

The road trips are enhanced by digital aroma diffuser and starry headliner.

Ride Comfort and Handling

Highways are smoothed out and planted cornering is retained, beating boxy competitors, by air suspension.

– 21-inch low-profile tire wheels that are easy to grip; optional 20s are easier to ride.
– Noise with the quiet cabin below 65 dB 120 km/h- active noise cancelation.
– Trailering 5,000 lbs trailer sway control.

XRT off-road pack will include all-terrain tires, gravel haul lift kit.

Tech and Connectivity Suite

The 27-inch OLED pillar-to-pillar display secures Hyundai with split screen genius, cc3 software.

– Fingerprint start, OTA updates, Wireless CarPlay/Android Auto.
– Relax Mode sits reclines seats with ambient sounds as a way of charging waits.
– Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) is used to power fridges or projectors at campsites.

Remote Smart Park drives into narrow places automatically.

Safety and Driver Assistance

Hyundai SmartSense II is given the best IIHS score of proactive aids that are family-friendly.

– Highway Driving Assist II: Lane changes up to 150km/h hands-free.
– Rear mirror blind-spots, rear occupant warnings.
– 360 surround-view featuring transparent trailer.

Seven airbags, strength battery cover that gives peace of mind.

Comparison of Pricing and Value

Aggressive entry pricing compiles well with high-end three-row EVs.

– SE RWD: $59,995 base family hauler.
– SEL AWD: $64,995 with luxury extras.
– Limited/Calligraphy: top luxury 72, 995.

10-year/100 thousand miles powertrain warranty demolishes Tesla; 7,500 federal credit is available.

Quick FAQs

Q1: Space available to seven people?
Plenty- second row slips 10 inches, 3rd row fits 6-footers.

Q2: How quickly can it be charged?
18 minutes 10-80% 350 kW; Level 2 full 9 hours.

Q3: Does it tow like a gas SUV?
Yea, 5,000 lbs brake controller integrated.

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