2026 HYUNDAI IONIQ 9: GREAT CAR BUT VERY EXPENSIVE

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The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 is lauded as one of the brand's best products, excelling in interior and exterior design cohesion, offering a refined and quiet driving experience, and boasting impressive storage solutions. The reviewer highlights the comfortable, stress-free environment, the intuitive physical controls, and the excellent aerodynamic efficiency contributing to a real-world range of 320-330 miles. However, the vehicle is criticized for its high price point, particularly for higher trims, and a persistent issue with suspension tuning, specifically a noticeable side-to-side bobble and head toss on various road surfaces, which is deemed unacceptable for its near-luxury price bracket. Despite these drawbacks, the Ioniq 9 is considered a strong contender in the three-row electric SUV market, offering significant improvements over previous Hyundai/Kia models and even outclassing competitors like the Rivian R1S in refinement.