Based on 12,000 miles/year, $3.50/gal gas, $0.13/kWh electricity.
800V E-GMP platform; 3-row SUV — expected excellent efficiency
The Ioniq 9 starts at $55,000 MSRP. As a new launch, expect pricing at or near MSRP. Early incentives may bring it to $52,000-$54,000.
Excellent value for a 3-row EV. At $55,000, it undercuts the Kia EV9 and Rivian R1S significantly while offering 350 miles of range. True Value Score: 87/100.
EPA range is 350 miles. Real-world driving yields 315-340 miles. Cold weather (30°F) reduces range to about 275 miles.
Both share the E-GMP 800V platform. The Ioniq 9 has more range (350 vs 304 mi) and a larger battery (110 vs 99.8 kWh). The EV9 has a boxier design and is slightly cheaper.
Yes, the Ioniq 9 offers available second-row swivel captain chairs that rotate to face the third row, creating a lounge-like environment when the vehicle is parked or charging.
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