After months of touting details about the Ioniq 9, Hyundai's highly anticipated three-row electric SUV, the company finally unveiled it at the Los Angeles Auto Show.
One of the promised features of the Ioniq 9 – that the SUV could offer a lounge-like interior – left most of us wondering what exactly that might mean.
After the market launch, everything became clearer: the seats in the second row of the SUV swivel, providing enough space for a large lounge area.
But that's not all.
The vehicle's interior design features oval elements and soothing tones, providing a calm and natural feeling, especially when bathed in the natural light from the panoramic sunroof, says Hyundai.
Additionally, a sliding “universal island” provides ample storage space and allows for a walk-in front row seating arrangement, providing greater accessibility and comfort. The bi-directional armrests also open from the front and rear, allowing easy access to the console from the second row.
And the Ioniq 9's “relaxation seats” feature a “Dynamic Body Care System” that includes a massage function to “stimulate blood flow and circulation and reduce fatigue during long journeys,” Hyundai says. However, the automaker stated that these seats would be available in the first and second rows, depending on the market.
The Ioniq 9's 110.3 kWh battery offers a range of up to 535 kilometers in the long-range RWD model. The battery can be charged from 10 to 80% in 24 minutes. As promised, the SUV also features Tesla's North American Charging Standard (NACS) connector.
No further details about the price of the Ioniq 9 have been announced at the auto show or on the Hyundai website. However, since the SUV is built on the same platform as the Kia EV9, it is expected to be roughly the same size and price ($55,000).
According to Hyundai, the Ioniq 9 will be launched in the US in the first half of 2025.
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