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2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 vs. 2026 Kia EV9 Comparison

See how the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 and 2026 Kia EV9 performed in our rigorous, independent road tests. Our experts evaluate hundreds of vehicles annually at our 327-acre testing facility, putting each model through over 50 data-driven assessments—including braking, emergency handling, fuel economy, and cabin noise. Review our side-by-side comparison of tested specifications, real-world fuel efficiency, and crash-test safety ratings to see which is the best for reliability, performance, and more.

Comparing 2 Models

Ioniq 9 2026

Electric SUVs 3-row

2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9

$58,955 - $76,490

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EV9 2026

Electric SUVs 3-row

2026 Kia EV9

$54,900 - $71,900

All Test Results
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About
About
The Ioniq 9, a sibling of the Kia EV9, joins a growing number of electric three-row SUVs on the market. Hyundai's biggest EV is refined and user-friendly and is a formidable competitor to other offerings, including those with a luxury badge. It's qui...
 
The EV9 is the first all-electric three-row SUV from a mainstream automaker. It has seating for six or seven, and is about the same size as Kia's Telluride SUV. The rear-drive, single-motor version has an EPA-estimated range of 305 miles. The more po...
Highs
Highs
Green Checkmark Icon Smooth powertrain
Green Checkmark Icon Quick acceleration
Green Checkmark Icon Long driving range
Green Checkmark Icon Comfortable ride
Green Checkmark Icon Quiet cabin
Green Checkmark Icon Roomy second-row seats
Green Checkmark Icon Mostly straightforward controls
Green Checkmark Icon Flexible use of lane centering assistance
 
Green Checkmark Icon Quick acceleration
Green Checkmark Icon Short stopping distances
Green Checkmark Icon Roomy interior
Green Checkmark Icon Relatively speedy charging
Lows
Lows
Red 'X' Icon Some driving position quirks
Red 'X' Icon Styling compromises outward visibility
 
Red 'X' Icon Short on handling agility
Red 'X' Icon Controls take some familiarity
Road Test Score
Road Test Score
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/ 100
Reliability
Reliability
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/ 100
Owner Satisfaction
Owner Satisfaction
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/ 100

Overview

Body Styles
Body Styles

4-door SUV

 

4-door SUV

Trim Lines
Trim Lines

SEL, Limited, Caligraphy, SE, S

 

Land, GT-Line, Light, Wind

Base Price Range
Base Price Range

$58,955 - $76,490

 

$54,900 - $71,900

Drive Wheels
Drive Wheels

AWD, RWD

 

AWD, RWD

Seating Capacity
Seating Capacity

2 Front, 3 Rear, 2 Third

 

2 Front, 3 Rear, 2 Third

Engines/Motors
Engines/Motors

electric (215 hp); electric (303 hp); electric (422 hp)

 

electric (379 hp); electric (215 hp); electric (201 hp)

Transmissions Available
Transmissions Available

1-speed Direct

 

1-speed Direct

Performance

Comfort & Convenience

Fuel Economy & Range

Vehicle Safety

Specification

Warranty

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