Hyundai IONIQ 9, a new large electric vehicle from Hyundai Motor, has achieved significant success on the global stage by winning the prestigious Auto Focus Vehicle of the Year 2025 title. This award highlights the comprehensive nature of the model, its technical capabilities, and its overall value for the buyer. Experts noted that the IONIQ 9 successfully combines innovative technologies, high performance, and the practicality required for everyday use.
The awarding of the Auto Focus prize indicates broad international support for the model, which was highly praised not only for its technological excellence but also for its well-considered balance between comfort, functionality, and economic efficiency.
Space, practicality, and a family-oriented focus
The large electric SUV received high marks for its spacious interior and three-row seating layout, making it particularly attractive for families. The IONIQ 9 stands out for its versatility, ease of interior transformation, and well-thought-out ergonomics, as well as its value-for-money approach, which is becoming increasingly important amid rising electric vehicle prices in euros.
Hyundai emphasizes that the model was developed with the needs of modern families in mind, for whom not only environmental friendliness and driving range matter, but also comfort on long trips, capacity, and advanced digital solutions.
New awards and high expert ratings
The Auto Focus Vehicle of the Year 2025 title was not the model’s only achievement. Earlier, the Hyundai IONIQ 9 was awarded the German Premium Car of the Year 2026 title, where the jury highlighted its aerodynamic design, high level of interior comfort, and efficient fast-charging capabilities. According to industry reviews, fast-charging support significantly reduces energy replenishment time, which is especially relevant for European and American markets.
In recent tests by international automotive media, the IONIQ 9 also received high ratings for the flexibility and spaciousness of its interior, advanced connectivity and multimedia features that simplify daily use, as well as for material quality and the well-designed seating position for both driver and passengers.
A new benchmark among large electric crossovers
Hyundai IONIQ 9 is confidently establishing itself as one of the benchmarks in the segment of large electric SUVs. The model combines modern solutions in the field of electric mobility, high build quality, and the practicality demanded in everyday life. Experts note that this very approach allows Hyundai to strengthen its position in key US and European markets, where demand for spacious electric vehicles continues to grow.
Taking into account the awards received and growing consumer interest, the IONIQ 9 is seen as an important step for the brand in the development of family electric vehicles that offer comfort, technology, and competitive pricing without compromising on quality.
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