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Volvo EX40 vs Hyundai Ioniq 9

Volvo EX40 vs Hyundai Ioniq 9

The Volvo EX40 and Hyundai Ioniq 9 sit in different SUV classes. The EX40 is a compact premium EV aimed at urban users and small households. The Ioniq 9 is a large three-row SUV built for families who need space, long-distance comfort, and flexible seating.

Range favors the Ioniq 9 with up to about 600 to 620 km WLTP, while the EX40 sits lower with a smaller battery and shorter range. Charging also differs. The Ioniq 9 uses an 800V system and reaches 10 to 80 percent in about 24 minutes on high-power DC chargers. The EX40 charges slower due to its lower voltage architecture, though it still supports fast charging for daily use.

Price positioning is clear. The EX40 sits in a lower premium bracket, making it more accessible. The Ioniq 9 moves higher due to size, battery capacity, and three-row layout. Market availability differs as well. The EX40 is widely available across Europe and other regions. The Ioniq 9 launched first in markets like South Korea and the US, with gradual global rollout. This comparison helps you choose between a compact city-focused EV and a large family-oriented electric SUV.

Within Volvo EV lineup, the EX40 sits alongside models like the EX30 and EX90. Within Hyundai EV lineup, the Ioniq 9 joins models such as the Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 6, extending the range into full-size SUVs.

EX40 offers compact size for city driving, strong efficiency, and quicker acceleration, while it has limited rear space and shorter driving range. Ioniq 9 offers long range, large interior with three rows, and ultra-fast charging, while it comes with a higher price and larger size which makes city driving harder.

Quick verdict; Pick EX40 if you want a compact EV for daily urban use. Pick Ioniq 9 if you need space, range, and long-distance comfort.

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	Volvo EX40 Hyundai Ioniq 9

Price	$50,000.00 $60,000.00
Our Rating	5.5 5.5
Brand	Volvo Hyundai
Category	Cars Cars

MODEL

Models

Volvo EX40 Single Motor
Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range
Volvo EX40 Twin Motor
Volvo EX40 Twin Motor Performance Hyundai Ioniq 9 Long Range RWD
Hyundai Ioniq 9 Long Range AWD
Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance

LAUNCH

Announced	2024, January 2024, November 21
Status	Available to order. Released 2024, February Coming soon. Expected release 2025, Q1
Country of origin	Sweden South Korea
Base Price	€ 50,000 £ 46,000 - Volvo EX40 Single Motor $ 53,800 € 55,500 £ 48,000 - Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range $ 55,500 € 59,600 £ 57,800 - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor € 63,000 - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor Performance $ 60,600 - Hyundai Ioniq 9 Long Range RWD $ 64,400 - Hyundai Ioniq 9 Long Range AWD $ 72,900 - Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance

PERFORMANCE

Power	RWD 238 hp (175 kW) - Volvo EX40 Single Motor RWD 248 hp (185 kW) - Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range AWD 402 hp (300 kW) - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor AWD 442 hp (325 kW) - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor Performance RWD 218 hp (160 kW) - Hyundai Ioniq 9 Long Range RWD AWD 303 hp (230 kW) - Hyundai Ioniq 9 Long Range AWD AWD 422 hp (320 kW) - Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance
Torque	310 lb-ft (420 Nm) - Volvo EX40 Single Motor 420 Nm (310 lb-ft) - Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range 670 Nm (494 lb-ft) - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor 670 Nm (494 lb-ft) - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor Performance 258 lb-ft (350 Nm) - Hyundai Ioniq 9 Long Range RWD 605 Nm (446 lb-ft) - Hyundai Ioniq 9 Long Range AWD 700 Nm (516 lb-ft) - Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance
Acceleration The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is.	7.3 sec 0-62 mph - Volvo EX40 Single Motor 6.9 sec 0-60 mph (7.3 sec 0-62 mph) - Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range 4.6 sec 0-60 mph (4.8 sec 0-62 mph) - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor 4.6 sec 0-62 mph - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor Performance 8.4 sec 0-60 mph (9.4 sec 0-62 mph) - Hyundai Ioniq 9 Long Range RWD 6.2 sec 0-60 mph (6.7 sec 0-62 mph) - Hyundai Ioniq 9 Long Range AWD 4.9 sec 0-60 mph (5.2 sec 0-62 mph) - Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance
Max Speed	112 mph (180 km/h) 115 mph (185 km/h) - Hyundai Ioniq 9 Long Range RWD 124 mph (200 km/h) - Hyundai Ioniq 9 Long Range AWD 124 mph (200 km/h) - Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance
transmission	Single-speed Single-speed

BATTERY

Capacity	67 kWh usable, 70 kWh total - Volvo EX40 Single Motor 79 kWh usable, 82 kWh total - Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range 79 kWh usable, 82 kWh total - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor 79 kWh usable, 82 kWh total - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor Performance 110.3 kWh total
Tech	Li-Ion NCM (400V type) Liquid-cooled Li-Ion NCM (800V type)
Range	298 mi WLTP - Volvo EX40 Single Motor 356 mi WLTP (296 mi EPA) - Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range 334 mi WLTP (260 mi EPA) - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor 333 mi WLTP - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor Performance 385 mi WLTP (335 mi EPA) - Hyundai Ioniq 9 Long Range RWD 320 mi EPA -Hyundai Ioniq 9 Long Range AWD 311 mi EPA - Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance
Consumption	275 Wh/mi WLTP - Volvo EX40 Single Motor 269 Wh/mi WLTP - Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range 283 Wh/mi WLTP - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor 283 Wh/mi WLTP - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor Performance 312 Wh/mi WLTP - Hyundai Ioniq 9 Long Range RWD
Recuperation	Yes Yes
Heat Pump
AC Charging	Type 2 11 kW, 100% in 7 h - Volvo EX40 Single Motor Type 2 11 kW, 100% in 8 h - Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range Type 2 11 kW, 100% in 8 h - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor Type 2 11 kW, 100% in 8 h - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor Performance Type 2 11 kW
DC Charging	CCS 175 kW max, 10-80% in 26 min - Volvo EX40 Single Motor CCS 175 kW max, 10-80% in 28 min - Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range CCS 175 kW max, 10-80% in 28 min - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor CCS 175 kW max, 10-80% in 28 min - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor Performance CCS, 10-80% in 24 min (with 350 kW charger)
Others	Vehicle to load (V2L)

BODY

Type	5 door SUV, 5 seats 5 door SUV, 6 seats
Platform	CMA E-GMP
Dimensions	174.8 x 73.7 x 64.8 in (4440 x 1873 x 1647 mm) 199.2 x 78.0 x 70.5 in (5060 x 1980 x 1790 mm)
Drag Co-Efficient	0.259 Cd
Wheelbase	106.4 in (2702 mm) 123.2 in (3130 mm)
Weight	EU: 2040 kg unladen, 2470 kg gross - Volvo EX40 Single Motor EU: 2075 kg unladen, 2520 kg gross - Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range EU: 2170 kg unladen, 2650 kg gross - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor EU: 2170 kg unladen, 2650 kg gross - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor Performance
Suspension	Front MacPherson + multi-link, rear multi-link
Wheels	R19, R20 R19, R20, R21
Trunk/Boot	EU: 410 l, 1295 l max EU: 620 l, 1323 l max
Frunk/Bonnet	31 l 88 l - Hyundai Ioniq 9 Long Range RWD 52 l - Hyundai Ioniq 9 Long Range AWD 52 l - Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance
Towing	EU: 750 kg unbraked, 1500 kg braked - Volvo EX40 Single Motor EU: 750 kg unbraked, 1500 kg braked - Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range EU: 750 kg unbraked, 1800 kg braked - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor EU: 750 kg unbraked, 1800 kg braked - Volvo EX40 Twin Motor Performance US: 5000 lb braked (EU: 5512 lb braked)
Others	1323l luggage space with the third-row seats folded flat

DISPLAYS

Centre	9" touchscreen 12" touchscreen
Driver's Display	12.3" 12"
Head-Up	No Yes

COMFORT

Seats	Heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats Heated and ventilated front seats with massage, swivel heated rear seats
Roof	Panoramic glass sunroof Panoramic glass sunroof, tilt & slide
Parking Aids	Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, front and reversing camera, Remote Smart Parking Assist
Connectivity	Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay

SAFETY

Airbags

Side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system Side, front and rear, including head airbag system

Driving Aids

Run off road mitigation, Front cross traffic alert with automatic brake, Accident avoidance and collision mitigation, Rear impact mitigation - preventive protection in the event of imminent rear collisions, Lane Departure Warning, Rear cross traffic alert with automatic brake, Mitigating collisions with oncoming traffic by braking, Steering intervention to protect pedestrians and cyclists Front and corner radars, cameras. Forward/Side/Reverse Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist, Autonomous Emergency Braking with Pedestrian and Cyclist Recognition, Blind Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, Lane Keeping Assist 2, Safe Exit Assist, High Beam Assist, Intelligent Speed Limit Assist, Driver Attention Warning, Hands-On Detection