The top variant will bear some specific design distinctions and added features
The Hyundai Ioniq 9 Calligraphy variant was recently spotted road testing in California, U.S. The Ioniq 9 is the flagship EV from the Korean auto giant. It was revealed a few weeks ago at the LA Auto Show. For the American and Korean markets, the launch is slated for the first half of 2025. Other markets including Europe will be able to get their hands on this colossal EV thereafter.
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Hyundai Ioniq 9 Calligraphy Spotted
We are able to get clear glimpses of the Hyundai Ioniq 9 Calligraphy edition courtesy of KindelAuto on YouTube. The visuals capture the attractive EV in stealth black paint shade plying on the road. The description of the video mentions that this is a pre-production model. The first thing which pops out is the mammoth 21-inch alloy wheels with detailed spokes.
While the overall exterior and interior design will remain the same as the regular iteration, the Calligraphy Design package will certainly add more appeal. This includes things like a microfiber suede roof trim, a premium cargo sill plate, a two-tone leather-wrapped steering wheel, a 10″ Head-Up Display (HUD), and a full-display mirror FDM with HomeLink. Clearly, those looking for sheer new-age amenities would want to get this trim.
Remember, I even reported the alleged XRT version of the Hyundai Ioniq 9 in its home market a few days ago. Clearly, Hyundai won’t be stopping at the launch of the regular 7-seat electric SUV. Its extra edition versions will certainly attract a wider range of potential customers with varied needs. In any case, the regular model has the following specs:
| Hyundai Ioniq 9 | Specs |
| Battery | 110.3 kWh (gross) |
| Platform | E-GMP |
| Power | 160 kW (217 PS) to 320 kW (435 PS) |
| Torque | 350 Nm (258 lb-ft) to 700 Nm (516 lb-ft) |
| Acc. (0-100 kmph / 62 mph) | 5.2 s (Performance) / 6.7 s (Long-Range AWD) |
| 350 kW DC Ultra-Fast Charging | 10-80% in 24 minutes |
| Towing Capacity | 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg) |
| Drag Coefficient | 0.269 Cd |
| Architecture | 400-volt / 800-volt |
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With the Ioniq 9, Hyundai has displayed the best it has to offer in terms of technology, styling, specifications and more. With the production planned for Hyundai’s Georgia plant alongside the updated 2025 Ioniq 5, Americans will get access to this product before everyone else (excl. South Korea). We shall come to know the pricing strategy at the launch itself. Let us see how well the consumers respond to it.
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