2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9

2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 parked on a dirt road 

As a three-row electric SUV with something for everyone, the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 is worth the buzz. This is the first all-electric three-row vehicle the brand has made, and it's a push forward for its electric segment.

The 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 joins the IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 6, being the largest of the three. It retails for around $60,000 to start, has plenty of luxury and technology features, and should be perfect for families wanting to reduce their carbon footprint. Of course, there is still much more to talk about, so please stick around for this article.

What's New for 2026?

Everything! The all-new 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 is a completely new vehicle and concept from Hyundai. It is classified as an upscale "midsize" SUV and offers a range up to 335 miles. With the IONIQ 9, we see things including seating for up to seven, a reimagined dashboard and infotainment display, Relaxation Seats with a Dynamic Body Care system and Dynamic Touch Massage function, a Motor PE system, Active Noise Control, acoustic laminated glass, a 350-kW, 800V DC ultra-fast charger, and various powertrain options.

Modern Exterior

The exterior of the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 is worth mentioning first. You might find it similar to the redesigned Santa Fe in a few ways, especially in terms of lighting. However, overall, it is a brand-new idea from Hyundai and will be in a league of its own.

Here are some standard features to note:

  • 19-inch alloy wheels
  • LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
  • LED Taillights
  • Heated side mirrors
  • Non-Painted Black wheel arches
  • Active grille shutters (lower front grille)
  • Automatic-retracting flush door handles
  • Rear spoiler
  • Roof side rails
  • "Aero" wiper blades
  • Rain-sensing windshield wipers
  • Rear privacy glass
  • Solar front glass
  • Charge-port door with power open and close

2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 Dimensions

The dimensions of the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 are as follows.

Exterior Dimensions

  • Wheelbase: 123.2 inches
  • Length: 199.2 inches
  • Width: 78 inches
  • Height: 70.5 inches
  • Minimum ground clearance: 6.9 inches

Interior Dimensions

  • Headroom (1st / 2nd / 3rd Rows): 41.5 / 41 / 39.7 inches
  • Legroom (1st / 2nd / 3rd Rows): 41.4 / 42.8 / 32 inches
  • Shoulder room (1st / 2nd / 3rd Rows): 61.4 / 61 / 55 inches
  • Hip room (1st / 2nd / 3rd Rows): 58.8 / 57.7 / 41.7 inches
  • Total interior volume: 185.44 cubic feet

Premium Interior

The interior of the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 is also well thought out, featuring premium materials, plenty of technology, and space for up to seven people. You have everything from stain-resistant cloth seat materials standard to an 8-way power driver's seat, heated front seating, a second-row bench seat, a 12.3-inch touchscreen with on-board navigation, Dynamic Voice Recognition with Generative AI, a Rear View Monitor (RVM), and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster with EV Technology Display, to name a few features.

There are also other seat configurations, like the 2nd Row Power Captain's Chairs option, which brings seat capacity down to six.

Cargo Space

The cargo space inside a 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 is also worth mentioning, as you get up to 86.9 cubic feet with all rear seats folded. In the trunk, your cargo space is 21.9 cubic feet, and with the third row folded down, you have up to 46.7 cubic feet. There will be room for just about everything you need to get from one point to the next.

2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 interior 

EV Motor and Performance

The motor and general performance of the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 are where this three-row SUV shines. You have three options: a single-motor rear-wheel-drive (RWD) setup, a dual-motor all-wheel-drive (AWD) setup, and a high-performance dual-motor AWD setup.

By trim, you have the following performance:

  • S - 160 kW (215 hp) RWD
  • SE - 226.1 kW (303 hp) AWD
  • SEL - 226.1 kW (303 hp) AWD
  • Limited - 314.6 kW (422 hp) AWD
  • Calligraphy - 314.6 kW (422 hp) AWD
  • Calligraphy Design - 314.6 kW (422 hp) AWD

0-60 MPH Times

Your 0-60 MPH test times for the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 will be:

  • Performance AWD: 0-60 mph in 4.9 seconds (with 21-inch wheels)
  • Long-Range AWD: 0-60 mph in 6.2 seconds (with 19-inch wheels)
  • Long-Range RWD: 0-60 mph in 8.4 seconds (with 19-inch wheels)

Fuel Economy and MPGe

Although the EPA has not officially finalized its 2026 calculations for the Hyundai IONIQ 9, this three-row SUV is expected to achieve a range of up to 335 miles in its base rear-wheel-drive (RWD) trim. For the AWD trims and configurations, the mileage falls to 320. If you choose a performance AWD configuration, the expected range for your IONIQ 9 is 311 miles.

Here is a breakdown of the MPGe estimates for 2026:

  • MPGe RWD (City/Hwy/Combined): 103/81/92
  • MPGe AWD (City/Hwy/Combined): 98/78/88
  • MPGe AWD Performance (City/Hwy/Combined): 91/79/85

Range, Charging, and Battery Life

The range of the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 is up to 335 miles. That is, if you choose a base trim (S) with rear-wheel drive. The SE and SEL trims will achieve ~320 miles, while the Limited, Calligraphy, and Calligraphy Design models will hit around 311 miles.

Charging-wise, the all-new IONIQ 9 is available with a Level 2 charger (240V) that can fully charge the IONIQ 9 in about 6 to 7 hours. These SUVs are equipped to handle 350kW DC fast chargers, allowing for a 10% to 80% charge in about 24 minutes, which can be helpful during errands or while road-tripping. When shopping for the IONIQ 9, drivers have the choice between a ChargePoint® Home Flex Level 2 charger or a $400 credit (subject to change).

Note: Regardless, this midsize SUV is capable of driving over 300 miles in any of its six possible versions, which is impressive.

2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 Trim Levels and Pricing

Now, we want to go over the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 trim levels and price points. As we mentioned earlier, this three-row SUV is priced competitively, starting at around $60,000, and increases from there as you progress to the Calligraphy Design trim. Here is what this looks like in 2025/2026.

2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 S

The first trim in the Hyundai IONIQ 9 family is the S model. It retails for $58,955 and will come with the following:

  • EPA-estimated 335-mile All-Electric Range
  • 160 kW (215 hp) RWD
  • LED headlights
  • 7-passenger seating with 2nd-row bench seat
  • 19-inch alloy wheels
  • 12.3-inch touchscreen display with navigation

2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 SE

The next trim level to choose from if you're shopping for a 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 is the SE model. It retails for $62,765 and offers these things standard:

  • EPA-estimated 320-mile All-Electric Range
  • 226.1 kW (303 hp) AWD
  • 8-way power driver seat with 2-way power lumbar
  • HTRAC All Wheel Drive
  • 19-inch alloy wheels
  • 12.3-inch touchscreen display with navigation

2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 SEL

The 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 SEL trim retails for $66,320, offering a good blend of luxury and affordability. It includes these features:

  • EPA-estimated 320-mile All-Electric Range
  • 226.1 kW (303 hp) AWD
  • Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM)
  • 20-inch alloy wheels
  • H-Tex seating surfaces
  • Ventilated front seats

2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 Limited

The first of the performance configurations of the 2026 IONIQ 9 is the Limited, which retails for $71,250.

  • EPA-estimated 311-mile All-Electric Range
  • 314.6 kW (422 hp) AWD
  • 2nd-row captain's chairs
  • Panoramic sunroof
  • 21-inch alloy wheels
  • Power-folding 3rd-row seats

2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 Calligraphy

Another of the higher trims in the 2026 IONIQ 9 family is the Calligraphy. This will retail for $74,990 and offers the following:

  • EPA-estimated 311-mile All-Electric Range
  • 314.6 kW (422 hp) AWD
  • Calligraphy-exclusive exterior and interior features
  • Full-display rearview mirror with Homelink
  • Remote Smart Parking Assist 2 (RSPA 2)
  • Head-up Display (HUD)

2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 Calligraphy Design

The final trim level in the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 release is the Calligraphy Design SUV. This particular trim offers the most standard and retails for $76,490.

  • EPA-estimated 311-mile All-Electric Range
  • 314.6 kW (422 hp) AWD
  • Calligraphy-exclusive design features
  • H-Tex seating surfaces
  • 21-inch turbine design alloy wheels
  • Matte exterior paint

Safety and Driver-Assistance Features

If you want a safe SUV in 2025 or 2026, the IONIQ 9 is a perfect choice. It comes standard with SmartSense driver assistance, including these must-have features:

  • Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA) with steering wheel haptic feedback
  • Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
  • Parking Distance Warning - Reverse / Forward (PDW-R/F)
  • Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Car/Pedestrian/Cyclist, Junction Turning/Crossing, Lane Change Oncoming, Lane Change Side Detection, and Evasive Steering Assist
  • Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) with steering wheel haptic feedback
  • Lane Following Assist (LFA)
  • Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
  • Forward Attention Warning (FAW)
  • Safe Exit Assist (SEA)
  • Highway Driving Assist 2 (HDA2)
  • High Beam Assist (HBA)
  • Smart Cruise Control 2 (SCC2) with Stop & Go
  • Advanced Rear Occupant Alert (AROA)
2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 parked rear view 

Infotainment and Connectivity

The infotainment and connectivity inside the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 are also something you will be impressed by. Much like many of the SUVs Hyundai offers, the IONIQ 9 gets a comprehensive tech suite standard, with things like a 12.3-inch touchscreen, on-board navigation, Dynamic Voice Recognition with Generative AI, Wireless device quick charging (for supported devices), 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster with EV Technology Display, Vehicle Wi-Fi hotspot, and 7x Type-C USB Ports (1st Row 3, 2nd Row 2, 3rd Row 2).

Is the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 Right For You?

The 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 is ideal for you if you're looking for a sleek, electric, and spacious SUV this year. Hyundai has changed the game for EV shoppers, offering range, performance, and luxury at an affordable price. This year's IONIQ 9 is no different, and it should check off all your boxes.

Get Your Hyundai IONIQ 9 at Colonial Hyundai

Colonial Hyundai in New London, CT, has the all-new and all-electric IONIQ 9 available to test drive, and we welcome you to our showroom each week from Monday to Saturday. Let our sales team walk you through this electric SUV, and we can review the trims and battery information, as well as discuss chargers and credits. See you soon!