Hyundai and Kia are owned by the same South Korean parent company, so their electric SUVs have many similarities. However, the Hyundai IONIQ 9 and Kia EV9 also have some key disparities you should know about before deciding which one to buy. Edmunds recently compared these two vehicles and found that the IONIQ 9 outshines the EV9 in several areas.
At Atlantic Hyundai, we strive to help our customers in the West Islip, NY area choose the ideal vehicle for their lifestyle and needs. We've created the following summary of the Edmunds comparison to assist with your decision.
Passenger and Cargo Space
While both the Hyundai IONIQ 9 and the Kia EV9 have spacious seating for five passengers, the IONIQ 9 has a bit more space for backseat riders in Babylon to stretch their legs, with 32 inches of third-row legroom compared to 30.8 inches in the Kia EV9.
The IONIQ 9 also offers more space to store your luggage or shopping bags. Bay Shore drivers will appreciate that the IONIQ 9 has around 87 cubic feet of cargo space with all its rear seats folded down. The Kia EV9 only has 81.7 cubic feet of room to stow cargo with its back seats folded flat. Additionally, the IONIQ 9 has clever interior features that Brentwood, NY residents can use for small storage, such as a front center console with a dual-hinged lid that allows access for both first and second-row occupants.
Driving Range and Charging Times
One of the most important factors in choosing an electric vehicle is its driving range, because you don't want to have to recharge frequently on long journeys from Lindenhurst, NY. The Hyundai IONIQ 9 offers an EPA-estimated range of up to 335 miles when properly equipped. The Kia EV9's maximum EPA-estimated driving range is just 304 miles.
Charging time is also critical, so that you don't have to wait too long to get back on the road. Deer Park, NY drivers will like the Hyundai IONIQ's DC ultra-fast charging capabilities. You can recharge its battery from 10% to 80% in just 24 minutes using a 350kW DC fast charger. It takes 25 minutes to replenish the Kia EV9's battery from a 10% to an 80% charge.
Test Drive the Hyundai IONIQ 9 at Atlantic Hyundai
These are just a few of the differences between the Hyundai IONIQ 9 and the Kia EV9. We invite you to make the short drive from Central Islip to Atlantic Hyundai in West Islip, NY to experience the IONIQ 9 in person. Contact us to pre-arrange a test drive today.
