All 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 Models to Offer 500+ Kilometres of Range

March 25, 2025 by Hyundai Auto Canada

• Hyundai's first fully-electric three-row SUV, the all-new 2026 IONIQ 9, boasts an impressive range of 500 to 539 kilometres, depending on the trim.
• Its high-capacity 110.3 kWh battery can be recharged from 10 per cent to 80 per cent in 24 minutes.
• The IONIQ 9 joins Canada's most awarded lineup of electric vehicles.

 As it prepares to hit Canadian roads in the coming weeks, the all-new 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 is set to redefine the three-row electric SUV segment. With bold styling, cutting-edge technology, the IONIQ 9 will offer an official range of 500 kilometres¹ or more across all models, delivering both performance and practicality.

The IONIQ 9 Essential with rear-wheel drive offers the longest range, achieving 539 kilometres according to Natural Resources Canada's official numbers. The Preferred all-wheel-drive model delivers 515 kilometres, while the Preferred AWD+ variant—which boosts power to an exhilarating 422 horsepower—retains an impressive 500-kilometre range while offering dynamic performance rarely seen in this category.

Final Natural Resources Canada-estimated Range

'We are proud to welcome the IONIQ 9 to Canada's most awarded lineup of electric vehicles,' said Mike Ricciuto, director of product and corporate strategy at Hyundai Auto Canada. 'Range anxiety remains a key concern for many Canadians considering the switch to electric. With a range of over 500 kilometres and ultra-fast charging, the IONIQ 9 eliminates that anxiety and delivers peace of mind like never before.'

The 2026 IONIQ 9, an electric SUV ready for your next adventure

The IONIQ 9, demonstrating Hyundai Motor Group's unwavering commitment to electrification, will play a key role in the company's global target to offer a full lineup of 23 EV models by 2030. Following IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 6, both triple winners at the World Car of the Year Awards in 2022 and 2023 respectively, IONIQ 9 will build on this legacy of electrification excellence through experience.

With the longest wheelbase of any Hyundai model at 3,130 mm, IONIQ 9 impresses with its expansive cabin and grand proportions. The pure volume of the body and fenders create an imposing impression, while intricately designed accents add depth and dimension. The flowing rear wheel arch character line emphasizes the vehicle's unique volumes and contributes to its dynamic design.

IONIQ 9 is underpinned by Hyundai Motor's innovative E-GMP architecture, which enhanced PE system, with an optimized gear ratio for hill climbing and the application of a two-stage inverter for improved efficiency.

IONIQ 9 also offers remarkable towing capabilities of up to 5,000 lbs. Its intelligent trailer mode optimizes range predictions based on trailer weight and maintains a fixed 50:50 front-to-rear motor torque distribution ratio on AWD for optimal performance.

The advanced PE system's high-voltage, floor-mounted NCM lithium-ion battery offers 110.3 kWh of system energy. The Long-Range RWD model is powered by a 160 kW rear motor, the Long-Range AWD alternative features an additional 70 kW front motor, while the Performance AWD models boast 160 kW motors at both the front and rear.

The 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 will be available at Canadian dealerships in spring 2025.