Head-to-head
Genesis GV70 Electric vs Hyundai Ioniq 9
The Hyundai Ioniq 9 starts $13,050 (10%) below the Genesis GV70 Electric. Here's how that price gap plays out across range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · SUV
Genesis GV70 Electric
Genesis's electrified version of the GV70 SUV — same body as the petrol GV70 but with E-GMP-derived electric powertrain. 4.2s 0–100 in boost mode makes it the quickest Genesis on sale.
- From
- $132,800
- Range
- 462 km
- Battery
- 84 kWh
Option B · SUV
Hyundai Ioniq 9
Hyundai's three-row electric flagship — sister car to the Kia EV9 with shared E-GMP 800V architecture. 110.3 kWh battery, 600 km WLTP range, and 233 kW DC charging put it head-to-head with the EV9 and Volvo EX90.
- From
- $119,750
- Range
- 600 km
- Battery
- 110.3 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Genesis GV70 Electric and Hyundai Ioniq 9, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage Hyundai Ioniq 9
The Hyundai Ioniq 9 goes 138 km further on a charge (600 vs 462 km WLTP).
- 2
DC charging · advantage Genesis GV70 Electric
The Genesis GV70 Electric accepts 117 kW more DC peak charging (350 vs 233 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 3
Battery · advantage Hyundai Ioniq 9
The Hyundai Ioniq 9 carries a 26.3 kWh larger battery (110.3 vs 84 kWh).
- 4
Boot · advantage Genesis GV70 Electric
The Genesis GV70 Electric swallows 165 L more cargo with the rear seats up (503 vs 338 L).
- 5
Price · advantage Hyundai Ioniq 9
The Hyundai Ioniq 9 undercuts the Genesis GV70 Electric by $13,050 (10%) on starting price.
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Genesis GV70 Electric wins
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (4.2s vs 5.2s)
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (350 kW vs 233 kW)
Where the Hyundai Ioniq 9 wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $13,050
- ▸ 138 km longer WLTP range
Genesis GV70 Electric
What we like
- ✓ 350 kW DC charging via E-GMP architecture
- ✓ Genuine performance (4.2s 0–100 with boost)
- ✓ Premium cabin shared with petrol GV70
What we don't
- ✕ Range modest for the price (462 km WLTP)
- ✕ Genesis dealer network limited
- ✕ Inherits ANCAP rating from older GV70 testing
Hyundai Ioniq 9
What we like
- ✓ True 7-seat layout with 800V E-GMP architecture
- ✓ Strong 600 km WLTP range from large battery
- ✓ Fresh 5-star ANCAP rating from 2025
What we don't
- ✕ 5-year vehicle warranty trails Kia EV9's 7-year
- ✕ Heavy kerb weight blunts efficiency
- ✕ Pricing creeps above mid-spec Kia EV9
Frequently asked: Genesis GV70 Electric vs Hyundai Ioniq 9
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Genesis GV70 Electric or the Hyundai Ioniq 9?
- The Hyundai Ioniq 9 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $119,750 versus $132,800 for the Genesis GV70 Electric, a $13,050 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Hyundai Ioniq 9 has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 600 km, 138 km further than the Genesis GV70 Electric's 462 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The Genesis GV70 Electric accepts a peak DC charging rate of 350 kW versus 233 kW for the Hyundai Ioniq 9. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
- Which is quicker off the line?
- The Genesis GV70 Electric does 0–100 km/h in 4.2 seconds — 1.0 s quicker than the Hyundai Ioniq 9's 5.2 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
- Is the Hyundai Ioniq 9 better value than the Genesis GV70 Electric?
- On paper the Hyundai Ioniq 9 is $13,050 cheaper, but the Genesis GV70 Electric edges ahead on most other measurable specs. Whether the saving justifies the gap depends on which features matter most to you, and how much weight you give to brand and dealer factors.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
Genesis GV70 Electric
if…
- ✓ you regularly do long road trips (faster DC peak)
- ✓ you want quicker acceleration off the line
- ✓ you regularly load it up (165 L more boot)
Choose the
Hyundai Ioniq 9
if…
- ✓ you want to save $13,050 on the sticker
- ✓ maximum range matters (138 km further per charge)
- ✓ you match the profile: large families
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.