2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 in San Antonio, TX

Get to Know the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 at Red McCombs Hyundai Northwest

Drivers looking for a family-oriented electric vehicle have a new option this year: the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9. While the existing Hyundai IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 6 showcase a retro-futuristic design, the new IONIQ 9 takes a different aesthetic route. The only connection between this new SUV and Hyundai's current IONIQ lineup is the pixelated accents in the lighting and some interior components. Other than that, this three-row electric SUV has its distinct style.

The IONIQ 9 undercuts luxury rivals like the Tesla Model X, Volvo EX90, and Lucid Gravity in price while still offering comfort, space, and tech. Compared to its close cousin, the Kia EV9, it is more refined and family-friendly. Within Hyundai's lineup, it provides more space than the smaller IONIQ 5 and 6.

The 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 is available in six trims:

• S
• SE
• SEL
• Limited
• Calligraphy
• Calligraphy Design

Interior Review of the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9

The sleek exterior of the IONIQ 9, combined with its underfloor-mounted battery and long wheelbase, provides a spacious and airy cabin that can seat six or seven people, depending on whether you choose a second-row bench seat or captain's chairs. It has more than enough room to fit tall individuals comfortably in both rows.

In the front, the seats offer more side support than most Hyundai vehicles. The back rows include flatter but still comfortable seating. The base model comes with cloth upholstery, while the automaker’s H-Tex synthetic leather is standard on all higher trims. Higher versions include luxury-level features, such as "Relaxation Seats" with leg rests and adaptive "Ergo Motion" front seats.

Hyundai refers to its interior style as "Ellipse Design," characterized by oval design elements throughout the cabin. However, the infotainment and instrument cluster pod remain quite rectangular. Drivers will appreciate Hyundai's preference for physical controls over touchpoints on the infotainment screen.

Exterior Review of the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9

The 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 features a sleek and streamlined look, featuring a sloped windshield, a long, sweeping roof that tapers at the sides into a boat-tail style rear, and a short hood. A sequence of small, square LED pixels creates a band of running lights across the front of the IONIQ 9, while vertical clusters at the front edge house the headlights.

The design has a few unexpected elements. The smooth profile includes retractable door handles and features what Hyundai dubs the Hanbok line, a sharp diagonal crease on the rear doors inspired by a traditional Korean clothing style, fitting with the overall techy yet understated aesthetic. The design is completed with satin silver accents and vertical taillight clusters.

While the IONIQ 9 is only 2.5 inches longer than the 2025 Hyundai Palisade, its additional nine inches in wheelbase gives it a much different stance that feels more athletic than formal.

The 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 is available in the following color options:

• Abyss Black Pearl
• Cosmic Blue Pearl
• Cyber Gray Metallic
• Snow White Pearl
• Ionosphere Green Pearl (SEL and Higher)
• Ultimate Red (SEL and Higher)

Power and Performance of the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9

Hyundai offers the IONIQ 9 with three powertrain configurations. It begins with a single-motor rear-wheel-drive arrangement in the S trim, which delivers 215 horsepower. Upgrading to the SE and SEL trims will give you all-wheel drive and an increase to 303 horsepower. Meanwhile, the top three performance trims use a robust 422-hp all-wheel-drive powertrain.

The IONIQ 9 exhibits more refinement in handling, regenerative braking, and ride comfort than the Kia EV9. It features a MacPherson strut suspension in the front and an independent multilink configuration at the rear, tuned more for a comfortable touring ride than sporty handling. The steering is light, fitting well in the suburban driving environment that this electric SUV is designed for.

Like all electric vehicles, the IONIQ 9's stability benefits from the heavy battery pack located beneath its floor, which provides additional confidence thanks to its low center of gravity.

Key Technology Features:

• 12.3-inch Digital Instrument Cluster
• 12.3-inch Infotainment Touchscreen
• Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ Compatibility
• Wireless Device Charging
• Proximity Key with Push-Button Start
• Dynamic Voice Recognition with Generative AI

Key Safety Features:

• Adaptive Cruise Control
• Automatic High-Beam Headlights
• Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
• Automatic Emergency Braking with Junction, Pedestrian, and Cyclist Detection
• Lane-Keep Assist
• Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist

Find Your 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 at Red McCombs Hyundai Northwest

Are you interested in a 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 for sale in San Antonio, TX? Red McCombs Hyundai Northwest is the dealership to visit in the area. You can experience the pleasure of driving the IONIQ 9 by arranging a test drive today. We also invite you to check out our exclusive IONIQ 9 promotions and deals.