The 3-Row Electric SUV Matchup · Kia EV9
Kia EV9 vsHyundai Ioniq 9
An easier price. A deeper trophy case. The Ioniq 9 answers with extra range and a hotter top trim.
Two of the newest 3-row electric SUVs around, set side by side — and we'll open with where the Ioniq 9 genuinely wins: its longest-range trim covers more ground (335 vs 305 miles), and its Performance version outmuscles anything Kia currently builds. The EV9 counters with a starting price roughly $4,055 easier, a deeper trophy case, and warranty terms that match Hyundai's factory coverage point for point. Here's the unfiltered breakdown from Dean McCrary Kia Hattiesburg, right on US-98.
10yr/100kKia EV battery warranty
379 hpWind/Land/GT-Line dual-motor AWD
$54,900Starting MSRP*
7Seats available, every trim
5,000 lbMax towing, AWD w/ package
World Carof the Year, 2024
Cutting to the Chase
Where the EV9 Takes the Lead
No dodging it: the Ioniq 9's longest-range trim goes farther, and its Performance version is genuinely quicker. Here's where the EV9 wins instead: price, standard seating, and a trophy case worth mentioning.
Better Price
$4,055friendlier start
$54,900 vs Ioniq 9's $58,955
Right from the start, the EV9 undercuts the Ioniq 9, and every trim in its lineup prices lower — more 3-row EV per dollar before a single option gets added.
Standard 7 Seats
7seats, every trim
Ioniq 9 seats 6 or 7 by trim
Every EV9 trim seats seven, from the entry Light on up. On the Ioniq 9, capacity runs six or seven passengers depending on the trim you choose.
Deeper Trophy Case
World Carof the Year, 2024
Plus KBB Best Buy, 3 years running
Between World Car of the Year, North American Utility Vehicle of the Year, and three straight KBB Best 3-Row EV Best Buy nods, the EV9 has a genuinely deep trophy case.
Time-Tested
3rdmodel year on sale
A dialed-in, widely-available lineup
Since 2024, the EV9 has been on the road and refining with each model year, now spanning a full 5-trim range from an accessible RWD entry point clear up through GT-Line.
Pricing, Trim by Trim
Trim Lineup & Where Pricing Starts
Both open in the mid-$50Ks, but the EV9 starts lower and its lineup extends further down the price ladder. The Ioniq 9 counters with more range up top and a stronger Performance trim.
Configuration
Kia EV92026
Hyundai Ioniq 92026
Starting MSRP*
$54,900Lower Start
$58,955
Trim Range
Light → GT-Line (5), $54,900–$71,900
S → Calligraphy Design (6), $58,955–$76,490
Seating Capacity
7 seats, every trim
6- or 7-passenger, by trim
Max EPA Range
305 mi
Up to 335 mi (RWD)
Max Motor Output
379 hp (dual-motor AWD)
422 hp (Performance AWD)
Drivetrain
RWD standard, dual-motor AWD available
RWD standard, dual-motor AWD available
Battery, Range & Charging
Tight on Paper. Here's Where the Gap Opens Up.
Genuinely, the Ioniq 9's RWD trim covers more ground, and its Performance version is quicker than anything currently in Kia's lineup. The EV9 counters with a lower entry cost and more trims within easy reach.
Kia EV9
76.1 or 99.8 kWh, RWD or AWD
- Light (RWD) — 215 hp / 160 kW, 230 mi EPA range
- Light Long Range (RWD) — 201 hp, up to 305 mi EPA range
- Wind/Land/GT-Line (AWD) — 379 hp, 280–283 mi EPA range
- 800V-class charging — up to ~235 kW peak, ~20–24 min 10–80%
- Max towing: 5,000 lb (AWD, w/ tow package)
Hyundai Ioniq 9
RWD, SE/SEL AWD, or Performance AWD
- RWD — 215 hp, up to 335 mi EPA range
- SE/SEL (dual-motor AWD) — 303 hp, 311–320 mi EPA range
- Performance (dual-motor AWD) — 422 hp, ~5.2s 0–60 mph
- 800V-class charging — up to 350 kW rated peak (real-world tests ~243 kW), ~24 min 10–80%
- Max towing: up to 5,000 lb, by configuration
Powertrain Spec
Kia EV9
Hyundai Ioniq 9
Base RWD Horsepower
215 hp
215 hp
Max Motor Output
379 hp
422 hpIoniq 9 Leads
Max EPA-Estimated Range
305 mi
335 miIoniq 9 Leads
⚠ Peak DC Fast Charge (rated)
~235 kW
Up to 350 kW rated; ~243 kW tested real-world
Max Towing
5,000 lb (w/ package)
Up to 5,000 lb
Value, Coverage & Confidence
What Matters Once You've Bought It
The Ioniq 9 goes further between charges. The EV9 costs less to buy, matches the battery warranty point for point, and carries the heavier trophy case.
Sticker Price
$4,055friendlier to start
$54,900 EV9 vs $58,955 Ioniq 9
Before adding a single option, the EV9 already puts more 3-row electric SUV within reach for less money.
Peace of Mind
10yr/100kEV battery, both
Matching factory coverage from both brands
Both automakers cover their EV batteries for 10 years/100,000 miles, with a 5-year/60,000-mile basic and 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty on each. On coverage, the two are an even match.
Range, Straight Up
335mi, Ioniq 9 RWD
vs 305 mi for the EV9's longest-range trim
The Ioniq 9's RWD configuration genuinely goes further between charges than any EV9 trim manages. No reason to hide that fact.
Tech & Safety, Compared
Two Capable Tech Suites. A Handful of Real Differences.
Both earn top-tier IIHS marks, and both offer curved dual-display cabins. The Ioniq 9 leads on range and peak output; the EV9 counters with a lower price and its deeper award history.
Kia EV9
12.3″ standard touchscreen; ⚠ available panoramic curved display on upper trims
Highway Driving Assist 2 (hands-on, not hands-free)
Standard wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
2026 IIHS Top Safety Pick+
10-year/100,000-mile EV battery warranty
Shorter max EPA range than the Ioniq 9's RWD trim
Lower peak DC fast-charge rating than the Ioniq 9's spec
Hyundai Ioniq 9
12.3″ digital cluster + 12.3″ touchscreen, Panoramic Curved Display
Highway Driving Assist 2 (hands-on lane-change support, not hands-free)
2026 IIHS Top Safety Pick+
Up to 335 mi EPA range, RWD — longest here
422-hp Performance AWD trim — quickest here
10-year/100,000-mile EV battery warranty — matches Kia's, a genuine tie
Starts $4,055 higher than the EV9
Independently Recognized
The Trophies Do the Talking
Both hold their own on safety. What sets the EV9 apart is a deeper collection of hardware, earned over three consecutive model years.
World Car Awards · 2024
World Car of the Year
A jury of 98 journalists from 30 countries named it 2024 World Car of the Year, and it picked up North American Utility Vehicle of the Year around the same time.
Kelley Blue Book · 2026
Best Buy — Best 3-Row EV, 3 Years Running
Kelley Blue Book has named it the Best 3-Row Electric Vehicle Best Buy for three consecutive years.
Kia Factory Warranty
5-Year / 60,000-Mile Basic Warranty
Kia's basic bumper-to-bumper coverage runs a full 5 years or 60,000 miles, standard on every new EV9 we sell — part of a factory warranty that matches the Ioniq 9's point for point.
Top Safety Marks — Both
2026 IIHS Top Safety Pick+, Both Vehicles
Both the EV9 and Ioniq 9 earned IIHS's top 2026 rating under its stricter current standards — call crash protection an outright tie.
Weighing the Ioniq 9 Too? Test-Drive the EV9 First.
Check out every EV9 trim currently on our lot, get an honest figure on your trade, and see the difference for yourself — one stop, right where US-98 meets I-59 in Hattiesburg.
EV9 vs Ioniq 9 — What Buyers Want to Know
Is the Kia EV9 the better pick over the Hyundai Ioniq 9?⌄
For most shoppers cross-shopping a 3-row EV, yes. It starts roughly $4,055 lower ($54,900 vs $58,955), and Kia's 10-year/100,000-mile EV battery coverage already matches Hyundai's. Its award case runs deeper too, anchored by 2024 World Car of the Year. That said, the Ioniq 9 makes its own case: more range up top (335 vs 305 miles) and a stronger flagship Performance trim. If those factors matter most, the Ioniq 9 deserves real consideration.
Which goes further, the EV9 or the Ioniq 9?⌄
The Ioniq 9, plain and simple. Its rear-wheel-drive configuration is EPA-rated up to 335 miles, beating the EV9's longest-range trim (Light Long Range) at 305 miles. Hyundai's dual-motor Long Range and Performance versions land at 311-320 miles — nearer the EV9, but still ahead of its best figure.
Does the EV9 undercut the Ioniq 9 on price?⌄
It does. The 2026 EV9 starts at $54,900 MSRP (Light RWD) versus $58,955 for the Ioniq 9 S — about a $4,055 gap before destination fees either way. The EV9's entire trim lineup also prices below where the Ioniq 9 begins.
How do the EV9's and Ioniq 9's warranties compare?⌄
On paper, they're nearly identical — Kia and Hyundai both offer a 5-year/60,000-mile basic warranty, a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty, and a 10-year/100,000-mile EV battery warranty. On warranty, the two are a genuine tie.
Can you actually buy a Hyundai Ioniq 9 right now?⌄
Yes — it's a currently-shipping Hyundai now in its second model year, spanning six trims (S, SE, SEL, Limited, Calligraphy, and Calligraphy Design) with no widespread allocation shortages reported as of publication. Its 2026 IIHS Top Safety Pick+ rating further confirms it's a fully established production vehicle, not a limited or delayed launch.
Where does the Hyundai Ioniq 9 beat the EV9?⌄
A few legitimate strengths: greater EPA-rated range on its rear-wheel-drive trim (335 vs 305 miles), a stronger Performance trim (422 hp against the EV9's 379-hp ceiling), and a higher rated peak DC fast-charge spec (up to 350 kW vs roughly 235 kW for the EV9) — though independent real-world charging tests for both have landed closer together, in the low-to-mid 200 kW range. If range or top-end power is what decides it, the Ioniq 9 is a genuinely solid choice.
Where near Hattiesburg, MS can I compare the EV9 and Ioniq 9?⌄
Dean McCrary Kia sits on US Hwy 98 in Hattiesburg, right where I-59, US-49, and US-11 converge in the Pine Belt's Hub City. We keep the EV9 lineup in stock for shoppers from Petal, Oak Grove, Purvis, Columbia, and the surrounding counties. Stop by, walk around both vehicles, and see which one wins you over.
EV9 vs Ioniq 9 · Pine Belt
Hunting for a 3-Row Electric SUV Near Hattiesburg?
Dean McCrary Kia keeps Forrest, Lamar, Covington, and Perry county families supplied with the area's EV9 selection — right where I-59, US-49, US-98, and US-11 converge. Weighing the Hyundai Ioniq 9 too? Here's why to start here.
- Check real-time stock across every EV9 trim — Light through GT-Line
- Get an honest figure on your trade — value your current vehicle in minutes
- Upfront pricing plus Kia’s 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain and EV battery warranty on every new EV9
- Kia-certified service, factory-scheduled maintenance, and genuine parts
Dean McCrary Kia
Address7124 US Hwy 98, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
Sales(601) 544-4007
Sales HoursMon–Sat 8:30 AM–6:00 PM
Sources & Verification
This page compares the 2026 Kia EV9 to the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9. Specs and pricing were gathered from manufacturer sources (kia.com, hyundainews.com, hyundaiusa.com), Kelley Blue Book, Edmunds, and automotive press coverage (InsideEVs, Autoblog, Carbuzz), current as of publication. MSRP listed is base, before destination, taxes, title, and dealer fees; AWD, Performance, and upper trims cost more. Horsepower, torque, EPA-estimated range, and DC fast-charging rates are independent or manufacturer-published figures and may not all be achieved simultaneously or under every condition; actual results vary. Peak DC fast-charge figures reflect both manufacturer specification and independent real-world charging tests where available.
Hyundai, Ioniq 9, and Highway Driving Assist remain trademarks of Hyundai Motor America. References to Kia and EV9 are used strictly for descriptive comparison purposes. This page reflects the dealer’s own perspective and exists for informational purposes only. Pricing and offers are subject to change — reach out to Dean McCrary Kia for current figures.
Kia EV9 vs Hyundai Ioniq 9 Comparison — Dean McCrary Kia, Hattiesburg MS
Here's an honest look at the Kia EV9 against the Hyundai Ioniq 9. The Ioniq 9 genuinely leads on EPA-estimated range (up to 335 miles vs 305) and peak motor output (422 hp Performance vs the EV9's 379 hp). The EV9 leads on starting price (about $54,900 vs $58,955) and a stronger awards history (2024 World Car of the Year, three straight KBB Best 3-Row EV Best Buy wins), on a factory warranty that matches the Ioniq 9's 10-year/100,000-mile EV battery coverage. Dean McCrary Kia in Hattiesburg, Mississippi carries the EV9 lineup, serving Forrest, Lamar, Covington, and Perry counties in the Pine Belt.