Mercedes-Benz GLS vs Hyundai IONIQ 9
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Listings329 | Listings182 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 |
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Reviews Summary | |
Reviews SummaryAlthough the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 isn’t the first three-row electric SUV through the door, it may be the best choice for most shoppers. With a starting price of $59,999 before fees and qualifying for EV rebates where they still exist, it’s much more affordable than a Tesla Model X or a Rivian R1S. And its standard 110.3-kWh battery pack provides a long range compared to a base-model Kia EV9. Verdict: The Hyundai Ioniq 9 isn’t a perfect vehicle, but it offers terrific passenger space, good tech, and family-friendly features. Shoppers may find its design polarizing — you could easily say the same about the Hyundai Ioniq 5 or the Ioniq 6 — but families interested in electric vehicles will do well to test drive this new option. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine | Engine215 hp Electric |
Drivetrain | DrivetrainRWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity110 kWh |
MPG City | MPG City103 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway81 |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | Battery Charge Time (120V)93 hours |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | Battery Charge Time (240V)9.7 hours |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.0L 375 hp I6 | Engine Name215 hp Electric |
Torque369 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower375 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | Battery Charge Time (120V)93 hours |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | Battery Charge Time (240V)9.7 hours |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity110 kWh |
MPG City | MPG City103 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway81 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space | Cargo Space620 L |
Curb Weight2570 kg | Curb Weight2498 kg |
Height1824 mm | Height1791 mm |
Length5217 mm | Length5060 mm |
Width2164 mm | Width1981 mm |
Wheelbase3134 mm | Wheelbase3129 mm |
Maximum Payload820 kg | Maximum Payload632 kg |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3493 kg | Maximum Towing Capacity1588 kg |
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User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.3 out of 10Read full review | |
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Summary | Although the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 isn’t the first three-row electric SUV through the door, it may be the best choice for most shoppers. With a starting price of $59,999 before fees and qualifying for EV rebates where they still exist, it’s much more affordable than a Tesla Model X or a Rivian R1S. And its standard 110.3-kWh battery pack provides a long range compared to a base-model Kia EV9. Verdict: The Hyundai Ioniq 9 isn’t a perfect vehicle, but it offers terrific passenger space, good tech, and family-friendly features. Shoppers may find its design polarizing — you could easily say the same about the Hyundai Ioniq 5 or the Ioniq 6 — but families interested in electric vehicles will do well to test drive this new option. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 215 hp Electric | |
Drivetrain | RWD | |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
EV Battery Capacity | 110 kWh | |
MPG City | 103 | |
MPG Highway | 81 | |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 93 hours | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 9.7 hours | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.0L 375 hp I6 | 215 hp Electric |
Torque | 369 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | |
Horsepower | 375 hp @ 5500 rpm | |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 93 hours | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 9.7 hours | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 110 kWh | |
MPG City | 103 | |
MPG Highway | 81 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 620 L | |
Curb Weight | 2570 kg | 2498 kg |
Height | 1824 mm | 1791 mm |
Length | 5217 mm | 5060 mm |
Width | 2164 mm | 1981 mm |
Wheelbase | 3134 mm | 3129 mm |
Maximum Payload | 820 kg | 632 kg |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3493 kg | 1588 kg |
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