Hyundai is now accepting orders for the Ioniq 9 three-row SUV.
The new model is Hyundai’s largest electric car to date, utilising its E-GMP modular platform.
It’s powered by a 113kWh battery, which gives a range of up to 385 miles.
Pricing for the Ioniq 9 starts at £64,995.
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There are rear-wheel-drive RWD and all-wheel-drive AWD powertrain options, as well as a flagship ‘Performance’ variant.
The RWD model has a 218PS electric motor and a maximum range (WLTP) of 385 miles. AWD versions have 307PS and a range of up to 376 miles.
The Ioniq 9 Performance puts out 427PS and is capable of 372 miles between charges.
All models come with a standard heat pump, manually selectable battery conditioning and Vehicle 2 Load (V2L) with internal three pin plug.
An 800-volt charging systems enables a 10%-80% charge to be completed in 24 minutes when using a 350kW charger.
The Ioniq 9’s body has been sculpted to optimise aerodynamic efficiency, while aluminium panels are used to reduce weight.
On the inside, the interior can be specified in a six- or seven-seat configuration. It features a sliding centre console, which facilitates a walk-through cabin.
Boot space measures 338 litres with all seats in place, or 908 litres with the third row folded into the floor.
The dashboard retains a button-first approach, with conventional climate controls and switchgear to complement the touchscreen infotainment system.
With prices starting from £64,995, the Ioniq 9 Premium RWD features 19-inch alloy wheels, roof rails, LED headlights, automatic door handles, privacy glass and power tailgate. Interior equipment includes a heated steering wheel, wool and leather combination seat upholstery, heated, ventilated and electrically operated front seats, heated rear seats (second row) and three zone climate control.
The Ioniq 9 Ultimate AWD adds 20-inch alloy wheels, body coloured wheel arch with black inserts, panoramic sunroof, leather upholstery, ventilated rear seats (second row), power folding third row and a Bose premium sound system.
The Ultimate trim also adds 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 customised through the vehicle’s infotainment system. ANC-R technology uses a suite of sensors, amplifiers and microphones to constantly monitor road and engine noise entering the cabin. Within 0.002 seconds of detecting unwanted noise, the systems digital signal processor analysis the noise and produces an inverted soundwave via the car’s audio system.
The range topping Calligraphy model starts from £75,795. It includes 21-inch wheels, Nappa leather upholstery and a UVC Sterilisation Tray. The Calligraphy is also available in a six seat configuration with a sliding centre console, offering flexible seating for all passengers and the ability to rotate the seconds row when parked.
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