Hyundai unveils Ioniq 9 SUV in Los Angeles

Hyundai Motor Company unveiled the Ioniq 9 three-row all-electric SUV at the mid-century modern Goldstein House in Los Angeles.  

The Ioniq 9 will go on sale in Korea and the United States in the first half of 2025, with a subsequent rollout planned for Europe and other markets. 

The global premiere opened with a keynote speech by José Muñoz, the President and Global Chief Operating Officer of Hyundai Motor Company. 

Following the unveiling, the event featured a talk session exploring the Hyundai brand and Ioniq 9’s design and space, while an exhibition zone showcased its development journey.

“The Ioniq 9 embodies Hyundai Motor’s unwavering commitment and confidence in electrification,” said Jaehoon Chang, President and CEO of Hyundai Motor Company. 

“Based on Hyundai Motor Group’s acclaimed Electric-Global Modular Platform, the Ioniq 9 offers outstanding interior space, providing customers with unique value while solidifying our leadership in the global EV market.”

The Ioniq 9 accommodates seating arrangements for six or seven occupants. 

The seats in the first and second rows can fully recline and offer a leg rest for optimal comfort. Depending on the configuration, up to four people can rest during vehicle charging. The Ioniq 9 boasts 1899 mm of headroom and 2050 mm of legroom, combined with the second and third rows. 

With the third-row seats folded flat, the trunk can accommodate up to 1,323 litres of luggage. The Ioniq 9 offers 620 litres of luggage room with all three rows in place. Additionally, the front trunk offers a maximum volume of 88 litres for RWD models and 52 litres for AWD models.

The SUV is available in 16 exterior colours, including new hues such as Celadon Gray Matte, Celadon Gray Metallic, Ionosphere Green Pearl, Sunset Brown Pearl and Cosmic Blue Pearl.

Large-capacity battery delivers range

The advanced PE system’s high-voltage, floor-mounted NCM lithium-ion battery offers 110.3 kWh of system energy. Thanks to its low drag coefficient, advanced platform, and battery technologies, Ioniq 9 is expected to achieve an outstanding WLTP-estimated all-electric range of 620 km and WLTP-targeted energy consumption of 194 Wh/km for the Long-Range RWD model with 19-inch wheels. 

The Ioniq 9 can charge from 10 to 80% in 24 minutes using a 350 kW charger. The platform’s signature vehicle-to-load (V2L) convenience feature and 400V/800V multi-charging capability lower the barriers to EV adoption.

The Long-Range RWD model has a 160 kW rear motor, the Long-Range AWD alternative has an additional 70 kW front motor, and the Performance AWD models have 160 kW motors at both the front and rear.

The Performance model can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.2 seconds, while the Long-Range AWD variant takes 6.7 seconds, and the Long-Range RWD version takes 9.4 seconds. Regarding mid-range acceleration, such as overtaking other vehicles, the Performance model accelerates from 80 to 120 km/h in 3.4 seconds. The Long-Range AWD variant accomplishes this in 4.8 seconds, while the Long-Range RWD version takes 6.8 seconds.

The vehicle’s suspension system has been designed specifically to suit the application of an all-electric SUV, with a MacPherson multi-link setup at the front and a multi-link system at the rear. It includes self-levelling suspension dampers for added comfort and hydro-bushing to reduce driving vibration.

The Ioniq 9 also offers competitive towing capabilities. In trailer mode, the vehicle automatically detects the trailer’s weight and adjusts the predicted range accordingly. This feature maintains a fixed 50:50 front-to-rear motor torque distribution ratio for optimal performance. European models can tow up to 2,500 kg, while North American models have a towing capacity of 5,000 lbs. 

In selected markets, Digital Side Mirrors replace traditional glass mirrors, displaying a side-rear view on a seven-inch OLED monitor. The system offers a zoom-out function for reversing and manoeuvring guidelines and an auxiliary line for lane changes. It provides safe, wide-angle rear-view vision even under challenging conditions and further enhances the car’s aerodynamic performance.

The Ioniq 9 has been engineered to reduce road noise levels, considering EVs’ unique characteristics. Sound-absorbing tyres minimise tyre resonance, while reinforcements to the vehicle’s structure add rigidity and minimise low-frequency booming noise generated when driving on rough roads. The car also features an Active Noise Control-Road (ANC-R) system to reduce road noise further.

Detailed specifications will be unveiled closer to specific market launches.