2026 HYUNDAI IONIQ 9 FULL REVIEW

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The 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 is presented as a compelling, spacious three-row electric crossover, building upon the foundation of the Kia EV9. The reviewer highlights the "Calligraphy Design Performance AWD" trim as particularly well-equipped, boasting 422 hp and a 0-60 time of 4.9 seconds. While the single-motor RWD offers up to 355 miles of range, the tested AWD version is rated for 311 miles, with real-world insights from Recurrent Auto suggesting even higher average figures. Charging is a mixed bag: 10-80% in 24 minutes on a 350kW charger is excellent, but using Tesla Superchargers (due to the NACS port) slows this to around 40 minutes, exacerbated by the inconvenient rear-passenger-side charging port location which can cause issues at crowded Superchargers. Interior luxury is a strong point, with heated, ventilated, and massaging seats, though the reviewer notes some digital controls for HVAC are frustratingly placed. Driving impressions are positive regarding power and smoothness, but the ride quality on the 21-inch wheels is criticized for not soaking up imperfections well, and the lane-centering assist, while standard and extensive, is noted as potentially slipping behind competitors. Overall, the IONIQ 9 is praised for its space, features, and quick charging, but the charging port placement and ride comfort on larger wheels are key drawbacks.