REVIEW: HYUNDAI IONIQ 9 - THE SPACE SHIP HAS LANDED!

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The Hyundai Ioniq 9 is presented as Hyundai's largest EV yet, aiming to blend SUV and estate car practicality with up to seven seats and a substantial 385-mile range. The reviewer highlights its enormous size, shared platform with the Kia EV9, and a more streamlined design. Interior features like the floating screen, slim air vents, and the 'Universal Island' storage are praised for their thoughtful design and functionality. The 'Calligraphy' trim, with its captain's chairs, offers a premium feel. Performance figures are provided for single-motor, long-range AWD, and performance AWD variants, with the latter achieving 0-62 mph in 5.2 seconds. Real-world range testing in mixed conditions yielded over 350 miles, exceeding expectations. However, criticisms include a slight pause before full acceleration, a less engaging steering feel, and ride quality potentially impacted by the large 21-inch wheels. The reviewer also notes the absence of adaptive suspension and four-wheel steering found in rivals. Despite its impressive space and range, the high starting price of £64,930 (and £78,530 for the top-spec Calligraphy) is a significant consideration, especially when compared to more affordable options like the Peugeot E-5008 for those who don't always need seven seats.