I’m glad Hyundai is happy to produce cars that don't follow the mainstream boring vanilla cars that so many manufacturers seem to be doing these days. Not sure anybody actually needs a car this size but overall I think it works.
Drag coefficient less than a prius doesnt mean it has less drag than a prius. Its a measurement of the drag based on its size, as its physically bigger it will still have much higher drag than an original Prius. Companies use it a little misleadingly
Every "fact" and figure about EVs is misleading. I've never known a product in my lifetime where the manufacturers, shills, et al, surround it with so many lies to try and sell them.
@@nsweeney3970 not every fact and figure, what have they been misleading with? Drag coefficient being low isn't wrong but for people that don't understand they think it's more aerodynamic than a Prius when it's not.
@@tavi7 when you don't need any air intakes and have 25+ years of development it's not that hard. Funny they go on about low drag then put massive wheels on that have huge rolling resistance
@@Stewiedude1 @ I actually forgot about that car, yeah I agree that’s a properly good looking car to be fair, I was more on about the ETron SUVS I think they look a bit bland, where as this looks interesting
That's more a matter of taste, but Audi/VW had to grab Rivian as the current Audi/VW dashboards and media user interfaces were beyond help. Hyundai simply stuck to utility instead of gadgets so it never had problems in that respect, and the fact that they're slightly opening the doors to customisation (still have some mandatory things to show) is something I have been waiting for for a long time. Good move.
I think that it's the best family car I've seen in a long while. With 5 young adult kids and 3 in the family over 6", I might not have a typical family but this really fits the bill. The ultimate in taxi services.
You are correct Rory, Americans dont care about pedestrian safety. We drive increasingly larger SUVs and Pickup trucks with steel bash bars and Massive front ends that are nearly 5 feet tall. Heaven help any kids or short women as they disappear under the hood
That’s because in that way the US are sensible and make jay walking illegal and pedestrian shouldn’t be in the road unless at a specific crossing unlike in Europe where out of nowhere you will find a plonker in the road!
For me Hyundai is already car brand of the year, they just keep coming out with awesome models like Ioniq 5N, this new 9❤❤❤❤. Would love to see EV version of their Staria minivan. Rory great first look, can't wait for you to do first drive
Perfect timing, my Wrangler 4xe lease ends next year, I'll be getting this car for family trips. I was considering an R1S but after watching a video where most body shops were asking for 40k+ to fix the rear quarter panel turned me off instantly.
Someone is gonna have to explain the light bar issue as this morning driving to work I saw a Kia, Vauxhall, VW and Mercedes all with light bars running across the bonnet
I have watched all MPVs from the Chinese market and I must say, Hyundai got all the best features from these cars and brought them to the Western market… And I strongly believe that this will be a great business idea since innovative ideas have shifted in this era…
RR front, Volvo rear, Mercedes wheels, but (apart from the arches) I think it's a great package. I prefer the looks of the EV9, and if that model came with a >100KW battery it'd be a very attractive option.
I really don’t know anyone who buys cars this size and at this price. Those who can, usually buy a Range Rover. Everyone else buys second hand cars that they run as cheaply as possible. There is an extremely affluent town nearby and it’s either Macans, Cayennes or Range Rovers in the car park. Or a 20 year old Golf.
Wut is dat, seen a vulva tho 😂 jk bro yep u right haha it does look like volvo from the rear which is odd - not sure why designers would approve that - but thats the only complaint i have on it - also some of new bmws look like skoda and citroen i mean whyyy!! Odd choices
Did you mention how much this thing weighed? 2.3-2.7 Tonnes depending on spec. So, 0.1-0.5 Tonnes heavier than the Ioniq 5N. Maybe that's not a bad result given how much bigger it looks... I also don't think you quoted a range for the 'Performance' model. I doubt that 350+ miles mentioned will apply
It's a lot larger and more spacious, with a 40% larger battery, so the weight kinda scales up decently. They did quote a range of more than 300 miles regardless of powertrains, but as with all claims, I'd be wary still
Looks nice! Very spacious and the big brands should be worried as the package is the right. For the showcase, they should have given a better quality car though. The driver side window sill seems to be already misaligned, the rear passenger door lines do not line up with the rest of the car (looks like the door is hanging a bit down).
We've an EV9. A fantastic car, but the width makes it a complete pain in the arse for our multi storeys, that were built for the cortina and Renault 11s.
One of the most uncomfortable car journeys I have ever done was in a Hyundai Pony, they have come a long way since that hateful Marina clone. This is seriously impressive.
Looks like the designers run out of ideas when they got towards the rear passenger doors and the rear. EV9 definitely better looking. Waiting for ev9 GT model to be launched in uk.
The Koreans are very creative with their designs. Reminds me of the French back in the day. It's not bad looking for a stupidly oversized, impractical SUV that will mostly be driven on city streets. Would rather Hyundai made an estate car instead
Hyundai is clearly doing what Tesla should have done instead of that Cybertruck that's not even allowed on the road in Europe as it's a hazard (with FSD not only to pedestrians).
The way these marketing teams are trying to make out these sheds have superior aerodynamics with a low "cd" rating. But in actual fact their true Aerodynamic efficiency is terrible due to the massive "Front Cross-Sectional area". Which causes huge wind resistance at high speed. And so requires far more energy to keep it moving at say 70mph.
Does it have a frunk? Seems like Hyundai are bringing back old looking cars. We've got the ioniq 5 thats a spitting image of an old austin maestro, now this has a Volvo estate look about it too 😉 I like it tho 👍
It's all well and good saying it'll tow more than a Volvo xc90 but what they don't tell you is that if you actually attempted to tow 2.5 tonnes, the range on this car will get absolutely obliterated. You'll be lucky to get 80 miles of range on a full charge.
Don’t like camera wing mirrors and think they ruin the look imo! I think for what you lose in drag you gain on potential ridiculous repair costs so I’d stick with the normal.
No-one in the UK at the moment. We used to think developing countries were worse off than us, now it’s the other way around. South East Asia is affluent and thriving, so it’s aimed at that market (plus the US and Canada). Hence the styling and price. Not for us.
I’m glad Hyundai is happy to produce cars that don't follow the mainstream boring vanilla cars that so many manufacturers seem to be doing these days. Not sure anybody actually needs a car this size but overall I think it works.
We’ll all need HGV licences soon to drive these monstrosities.
Hahaha!
Sure its not traditionally beautiful, but I like it.
Just like you😅! Just kidding, I like it too
Drag coefficient less than a prius doesnt mean it has less drag than a prius. Its a measurement of the drag based on its size, as its physically bigger it will still have much higher drag than an original Prius. Companies use it a little misleadingly
On point. Brands know where they can be sneaky
Every "fact" and figure about EVs is misleading. I've never known a product in my lifetime where the manufacturers, shills, et al, surround it with so many lies to try and sell them.
@@nsweeney3970 not every fact and figure, what have they been misleading with? Drag coefficient being low isn't wrong but for people that don't understand they think it's more aerodynamic than a Prius when it's not.
He meant the size as an SUV vs a sedan. This car is way more boxy than the Prius so it’s harder to get a low drag coefficient
@@tavi7 when you don't need any air intakes and have 25+ years of development it's not that hard. Funny they go on about low drag then put massive wheels on that have huge rolling resistance
Ironically looks better then every Audi and bmw electric car imo.
No it doesn’t! 🤡
Audi E tron GT is by far the best looking EV from these 3 brands.
This is decent though, prefer the Kia EV9 myself
@@Stewiedude1 @ I actually forgot about that car, yeah I agree that’s a properly good looking car to be fair, I was more on about the ETron SUVS I think they look a bit bland, where as this looks interesting
That's more a matter of taste, but Audi/VW had to grab Rivian as the current Audi/VW dashboards and media user interfaces were beyond help. Hyundai simply stuck to utility instead of gadgets so it never had problems in that respect, and the fact that they're slightly opening the doors to customisation (still have some mandatory things to show) is something I have been waiting for for a long time. Good move.
I think that it's the best family car I've seen in a long while. With 5 young adult kids and 3 in the family over 6", I might not have a typical family but this really fits the bill. The ultimate in taxi services.
You are correct Rory, Americans dont care about pedestrian safety. We drive increasingly larger SUVs and Pickup trucks with steel bash bars and Massive front ends that are nearly 5 feet tall. Heaven help any kids or short women as they disappear under the hood
That’s because in that way the US are sensible and make jay walking illegal and pedestrian shouldn’t be in the road unless at a specific crossing unlike in Europe where out of nowhere you will find a plonker in the road!
Definition of love/hate relationship. Someone explained it with better words, "not traditionally beautiful" but still looks good.
Honestly I really like it, the only bit I'm not keen on is the arches
For me Hyundai is already car brand of the year, they just keep coming out with awesome models like Ioniq 5N, this new 9❤❤❤❤.
Would love to see EV version of their Staria minivan.
Rory great first look, can't wait for you to do first drive
Reminds me of a Range Rover at the front and the Volvo v70 estate at the back. The interior looks fantastic
I think the back more looks like an Escalade
In my opinion it’s better than the EV9,cheers Rory👍
The germans are in trouble. I really like the interior. Hit us with an MPV Hyundai! Sliding doors are cool
I should hate it, but somehow I like the looks
In love with the 80-90's Volvo wagon's squared end design
lovely design
I really like the looks
"americans dont care about pedestrians" i mean we all knew that Rory
do they have pedestrians?
@@rushjaTouché
More like cyclists
Rory, how could you forget to mention the HVAC physical buttons!
Back and side look like the Lovechild of an old Volvo and Dacia Logan
Look up the Dacia Jogger 😂
Perfect timing, my Wrangler 4xe lease ends next year, I'll be getting this car for family trips.
I was considering an R1S but after watching a video where most body shops were asking for 40k+ to fix the rear quarter panel turned me off instantly.
Ooo. I like this more than the EV9
Dogging enthusiasts will love those back seats!
As a dogging enthusiast, I can confirm I do love the back seats.
The movable center console is a lifesaver when the person next to you parks terribly
Someone is gonna have to explain the light bar issue as this morning driving to work I saw a Kia, Vauxhall, VW and Mercedes all with light bars running across the bonnet
The issue is not that Americans don’t care about pedestrians. The issue is that Americans don’t walk at all… LOL
Great presenter. Stands out.
I have watched all MPVs from the Chinese market and I must say, Hyundai got all the best features from these cars and brought them to the Western market…
And I strongly believe that this will be a great business idea since innovative ideas have shifted in this era…
I am thinking what would this cost to buy and insure and are repairs feasable or affordable?
I'm much rather have the EV9. Less range, but woah boy, does it look better inside and out!
What was that moving on the rear near the end? Something rotated on or below bumper.
Love it. Have an AWD Ioniq 6 first Edition at the moment but the 9 will be on my shopping list next time.
hows the suspension ?
Rory’s beautifully understated Submariner goes well with the interior colors!
2:45 side profile looks like it could be a new Volvo XC70 (we never got many wagons in the US so my comparison might be limited) 😅
Fine with the front and back, but what have they done with the wheel arches?!
This is quite a bold design, i love it 👌
Looks like Hearse in the back.
RR front, Volvo rear, Mercedes wheels, but (apart from the arches) I think it's a great package. I prefer the looks of the EV9, and if that model came with a >100KW battery it'd be a very attractive option.
The interior looks fantastic
I like it, but how the hell do people park this kinds of things in UK spaces? It looks enormous!
I really don’t know anyone who buys cars this size and at this price. Those who can, usually buy a Range Rover. Everyone else buys second hand cars that they run as cheaply as possible. There is an extremely affluent town nearby and it’s either Macans, Cayennes or Range Rovers in the car park. Or a 20 year old Golf.
Steering wheel looks like somebody ordered it for his rangerover from wish 🤣
In regards to the light bar and pedestrians is that in the dark, we will always associate two lights with cars.
How can u not like this
Masterpiece like the EV9
Hyundai & KiA Smashin other car makers Simples
Hint bm merc 😂😂😂😂
It's beautiful can't wait the range in real world
Plenty ok new cars in the UK have a full width Light bar. Including my car.
I was just thinking that, the 2024 Kona in the Ultimate spec has a full light bar, I saw one last night!
Love the fenders and how massive it looks ! Also 5 sec to 60 is decent! Looks fun ! Also a 7 seater wow
ever seen a volvo?
Wut is dat, seen a vulva tho 😂 jk bro yep u right haha it does look like volvo from the rear which is odd - not sure why designers would approve that - but thats the only complaint i have on it - also some of new bmws look like skoda and citroen i mean whyyy!! Odd choices
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Did you mention how much this thing weighed? 2.3-2.7 Tonnes depending on spec.
So, 0.1-0.5 Tonnes heavier than the Ioniq 5N. Maybe that's not a bad result given how much bigger it looks...
I also don't think you quoted a range for the 'Performance' model. I doubt that 350+ miles mentioned will apply
It's a lot larger and more spacious, with a 40% larger battery, so the weight kinda scales up decently.
They did quote a range of more than 300 miles regardless of powertrains, but as with all claims, I'd be wary still
Looks nice! Very spacious and the big brands should be worried as the package is the right. For the showcase, they should have given a better quality car though. The driver side window sill seems to be already misaligned, the rear passenger door lines do not line up with the rest of the car (looks like the door is hanging a bit down).
doesn't mercedes eqs have light bar?
The rear end reminds me of the Honda HRV from the 2000's, looks good though
Looks retro, I like it.
is that screen bought from BMW?
There needs to be a direct comparison test with the Kia EV9
Looks fab 😊
Rory, the rear lights look just like a Cadillac Escalade's though obviously we don't see too many of those here in the UK.
Hyundai and Kia are steppin up their games.
How much tho?
2:24 in America the pedestrians are...not that light 😉😄
lol that light bar rule is stupid because UK has the new Kona with the light bar ??😂😂😂🙄
What are the trainers that Rory is wearing? They are dope.
We've an EV9. A fantastic car, but the width makes it a complete pain in the arse for our multi storeys, that were built for the cortina and Renault 11s.
Great ev!!!❤❤❤❤
I think that’s an oxymoron!
Blom masuk indonesia hyundai ioniq 9 terbaru
The lightbar issue is weird. VW products have that option in Europe, I believe.
It's an electric minivan without the sliding doors.
Very minimalist ❤
Great looking car, I really like it.
Great review. Didn’t need the annoying hold music whilst talking.
Always come here to learn the British accent... always always a beauty
I think these will sell well
Nobody is doing as much as Hyundai right now. Invest in their stock.
One of the most uncomfortable car journeys I have ever done was in a Hyundai Pony, they have come a long way since that hateful Marina clone. This is seriously impressive.
I really like these wheels
Europe doesn't get light bar but hey, at least you guys get swivel 2nd row seat
That green one looked Ok
Like all expensive cars it will lose £10k sterling a year, but it looks like a lovely interior, exterior not bad either.
As an expensive EV SUV it will lose £10k the second you drive it off the forecourt!
Looks like the designers run out of ideas when they got towards the rear passenger doors and the rear. EV9 definitely better looking. Waiting for ev9 GT model to be launched in uk.
hmm ive seen other review quote the boot space to be 620 litres with 6/7 seats which I thought was way too much. 338litres sounds more realistic!
I didnt even know the oassenger seats at the back can turn
The Koreans are very creative with their designs. Reminds me of the French back in the day. It's not bad looking for a stupidly oversized, impractical SUV that will mostly be driven on city streets.
Would rather Hyundai made an estate car instead
Not a fan if this and the Kona's headlight placement...rear also on Kona...surely many many broken lenses with parking knocks....
The back of it really looks like a Cadillac Escalade.
Hyundai is clearly doing what Tesla should have done instead of that Cybertruck that's not even allowed on the road in Europe as it's a hazard (with FSD not only to pedestrians).
The way these marketing teams are trying to make out these sheds have superior aerodynamics with a low "cd" rating. But in actual fact their true Aerodynamic efficiency is terrible due to the massive "Front Cross-Sectional area". Which causes huge wind resistance at high speed. And so requires far more energy to keep it moving at say 70mph.
Rory, this is what we call a van.....designed by a ruler and set square
the back design looks like an enlarged delorean dmc
Now all that's left is the Ioniq 9 N, because if it worked for the 5 & 6, then...
Does it have a frunk?
Seems like Hyundai are bringing back old looking cars. We've got the ioniq 5 thats a spitting image of an old austin maestro, now this has a Volvo estate look about it too 😉 I like it tho 👍
Beautiful car
It's all well and good saying it'll tow more than a Volvo xc90 but what they don't tell you is that if you actually attempted to tow 2.5 tonnes, the range on this car will get absolutely obliterated. You'll be lucky to get 80 miles of range on a full charge.
Over on Harry’s Garage he came to the same conclusion when he used a Mayan EV for towing. Basically it wasn’t viable.
finally someone to see the Volvo rear end
It looks pretty good, but the arches are a bit strange and the wheel design is uninspired
Don’t like camera wing mirrors and think they ruin the look imo! I think for what you lose in drag you gain on potential ridiculous repair costs so I’d stick with the normal.
Why does the front look like the Santa Fe?
There are no pedestrians in America. They drive everywhere.
Reminds me of various Toyota Probox.
Looks great Rory but who is able to afford these realistically?
No-one in the UK at the moment. We used to think developing countries were worse off than us, now it’s the other way around. South East Asia is affluent and thriving, so it’s aimed at that market (plus the US and Canada). Hence the styling and price. Not for us.
@@PixelVibe42 Korea is no longer a developing country. It is the world's 10th largest economy
The front light bar is allowed in America because they don't have pedestrians.
“Secret location in California” = outside, next to a Westfield shopping centre.