New Hyundai IONIQ 9
Words by Mark Slack
Since its debut back in November 2024, Hyundai’s IONIQ 9 electric SUV has been one of the company’s most anticipated vehicles of 2025.
All IONIQ 9 models feature a 110kWh battery, with a choice of Long Range 218PS RWD, Long Range 307PS AWD or 427PS AWD Performance powertrains, all with standard heat pump. The Long-Range RWD model offers a 160-kW rear motor, while the Long-Range AWD adds a 66-kW front motor for extra performance. For maximum output, the Performance AWD models see powerful 157-kW motors on both the front and rear axles.
The Performance AWD model accelerates from 0 to 62 mph in just 5.2 seconds, while the Long-Range AWD variant takes 6.7 seconds. The Long-Range RWD achieves this in 9.4 seconds. Torque levels of 350Nm for Long Range RWD, 605Nm for Long Range AWD and 700Nm for Performance models ensure rapid overtaking ability and higher speed acceleration when required.
With prices starting from £64,995, the IONIQ 9 Premium 218PS RWD features 19” alloy wheels, roof rails, LED cube projection headlights and LED taillights, automatic door handles, privacy glass and power tailgate. Interior equipment includes heated leather steering wheel, wool and leather combination seat upholstery, heated, ventilated and electrically operated front seats with 8-way adjustment and 2-way lumbar support, heated rear seats. Premium models are equipped with three zone climate control, automatic dimming rear view mirror, auto headlights and windscreen wipers.
Available from £73,495, the Ultimate 307PS AWD builds on the Premium specification by adding 20” alloy wheels, body coloured wheel arch with black inserts and panoramic sunroof. Interior specification includes leather upholstery, 4-way lumbar adjustments to driver and passenger front seats, ventilated rear seats and power folding 3rd row.
The Ultimate trim also adds two key features; the Ergo Motion driver’s seat and Active Noise Control-Road (ANC-R) technology. The Ergo Motion driver’s seat is designed to enhance comfort and reduce fatigue during driving through massage functions including “comfortable stretch” and “smart posture assist,” which can be accessed and customized through the infotainment system.
The range topping Calligraphy model starts from £75,795 for the 307PS AWD. Calligraphy models add 21” wheels and full body coloured wheel arches, as well as bumper and side skirt graphics. Nappa leather upholstery and UVC Sterilization Tray. The Calligraphy is also available in a 6-seat configuration with a sliding centre console and the ability to rotate the 2nd row when parked.
Words by Mark Slack
