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Hyundai Motor launched the "2027 Ioniq 9," a model that changes the model of the electric SUV Ioniq 9, on the 5th and started selling it in earnest. This model of model year change is characterized by increasing product competitiveness by basicizing convenience specifications with high customer preference for each trim.Looking at the major specification changes, the basic trim, Exclusive, was basically applied with a second-row ventilation sheet and a second-row sweeping sheet.
The Prestige, the main trim, includes a first-row glass with water repellent application, and Calligraphy, the top trim, includes a third-row heating sheet as a basic specification. In addition, the metal pedal and metal door scuff, which were the exclusive possessions of the existing top trim, were extended to the prestige trim to enhance the sense of luxury.In terms of design, the "Black Ink Package" dedicated to calligraphy will be newly operated. The package emphasizes its presence as an electric flagship SUV by applying black colors to skid plates, wheels, emblems, and crash pads.
The sale price is KRW 67.59 million for the seven-seater model based on tax benefits, KRW 73.25 million for prestige and KRW 78.11 million for calligraphy. The six-seater model was set at 68.17 million won for Exclusive, 73.74 million won for Prestige, and 79.6 million won for Calligraphy. In the case of exclusive trim, it is expected that it will be available for purchase at around KRW 60 million if the subsidy is applied.To commemorate the Ioniq 9's "Car of the Year" award, Hyundai Motor will hold a test drive event at driving lounges nationwide until the 31st. Among customers who wrote reviews on their personal SNS after the test drive, prizes such as limited edition speakers will be offered through a lottery.
The Ioniq 9 has a large interior space based on E-GMP and a driving distance of more than 500 kilometers through a 110.3 kWh battery. In particular, it received great attention as it was selected as the 2026 Automobile of the Year by the Korea Automobile Journalists Association.
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