Hyundai Ioniq 9

Hyundai Australia wants to challenge Toyota for local sales domination. (Of course, which importer doesn’t?) And according to the importer's CEO Don Electric six- and seven-seat SUV broadens its Korean maker’s model reach. But does the pricey electric flagship enrich or muddy Hyundai’s water?

If you’re after a zero-emissions seven-seater it’s highly likely that space, safety, practicality and range are on your priority list far above things Hyundai’s Ioniq 9 resists the EV trend of big figures and flashy style in favour of what matters for a family friendly seven-seater

Hyundai has launched its largest and most expensive luxury car with just one range topping grade: Calligraphy. The Ioniq 9 starts from $119,750 (RRP), New Hyundai electric flagship launches in Australia flaunting captain's chairs, all-wheel drive, and a starting price of $119,750

Hyundai has pulled the sheets from its latest pure electric model with the Ioniq 9 going public at the Los Angeles Auto show and adding a seven-seat Ioniq 9 follows Kia EV9 into the large electric market but makes up for the wait with performance, range and technology bonuses