Hyundai's flagship electric SUV, the Ioniq 9, has proven its competitiveness by surpassing the Volvo EX90 in a comparison evaluation by a leading German automotive magazine. It received high marks for space utilization, driving performance, and convenience features, establishing its presence in the European premium electric SUV market.
On August 4, Hyundai announced that the Ioniq 9 received an excellent rating in a recent comparison of electric luxury SUVs conducted by the German magazine Auto Motor und Sport, outperforming the Volvo EX90 Twin Motor AWD.
Auto Motor und Sport is one of Germany's most respected automotive publications, trusted by European consumers. The evaluation assessed seven categories, including body structure, safety, convenience, powertrain, driving performance, eco-friendliness, and cost-effectiveness.
The Ioniq 9 scored a total of 572 points, 17 points ahead of the Volvo EX90, which received 555 points. It particularly excelled in the body structure and powertrain categories.
The magazine described the Ioniq 9 as a “multi-purpose luxury SUV that offers ample space for six passengers.” It highlighted features such as electronically folding third-row seats, a maximum cargo capacity of 2,494 liters, and powered second-row leg rests, praising its space utilization.
The vehicle's handling also received positive feedback. Its intuitive interface using physical buttons and switches, logically organized infotainment system, support for wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and regenerative braking control via steering wheel paddles were all noted as strengths.
In the powertrain category, the Ioniq 9 was commended for its ability to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just five seconds while providing a smooth driving experience. Additional features such as a UV-C sterilizing storage compartment, active road noise control, a Bose premium sound system, and connectivity functions including charging route guidance also received favorable reviews.
Previously, the Ioniq 9 achieved a five-star rating from the European New Car Assessment Programme (Euro NCAP) and the highest safety rating of 'Top Safety Pick Plus' (TSP+) from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), further validating its safety credentials.
A Hyundai representative expressed satisfaction with the Ioniq 9's recognition for its superior technology and product quality in a prestigious German magazine comparison, stating, “We will continue to strive to deliver a world-class electrification experience to our customers.”
Meanwhile, the Hyundai Ioniq 9 saw domestic deliveries of 7,329 units in the first half of this year, more than doubling the 3,608 units sold during the same period last year. With its spacious interior and stable driving performance, it is expanding its market share in the large electric SUV segment.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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