Head-to-head
Hyundai Ioniq 9 vs Genesis GV60 Magma
The Hyundai Ioniq 9 starts $10,250 (8%) below the Genesis GV60 Magma. Here's how that price gap plays out across range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · 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
Option B · SUV
Genesis GV60 Magma
Genesis's Magma performance sub-brand applied to the GV60 — the most powerful Korean EV on sale in Australia. Shares the 800V E-GMP platform with the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N and Kia EV6 GT.
- From
- $130,000
- Range
- 432 km
- Battery
- 84 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Hyundai Ioniq 9 and Genesis GV60 Magma, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage Hyundai Ioniq 9
The Hyundai Ioniq 9 goes 168 km further on a charge (600 vs 432 km WLTP).
- 2
DC charging · advantage Genesis GV60 Magma
The Genesis GV60 Magma accepts 117 kW more DC peak charging (350 vs 233 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 3
Power · advantage Genesis GV60 Magma
The Genesis GV60 Magma puts down 164 kW more (478 vs 314 kW).
- 4
Battery · advantage Hyundai Ioniq 9
The Hyundai Ioniq 9 carries a 26.3 kWh larger battery (110.3 vs 84 kWh).
- 5
Boot · advantage Genesis GV60 Magma
The Genesis GV60 Magma swallows 142 L more cargo with the rear seats up (480 vs 338 L).
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Hyundai Ioniq 9 wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $10,250
- ▸ 168 km longer WLTP range
Where the Genesis GV60 Magma wins
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (3.5s vs 5.2s)
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (350 kW vs 233 kW)
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
Genesis GV60 Magma
What we like
- ✓ 350 kW DC charging via 800V E-GMP architecture
- ✓ Distinctive Magma orange paint and styling
- ✓ 10-year battery warranty
What we don't
- ✕ Premium pricing vs standard GV60
- ✕ Range trails non-performance E-GMP siblings
- ✕ Genesis dealer network limited
Frequently asked: Hyundai Ioniq 9 vs Genesis GV60 Magma
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Hyundai Ioniq 9 or the Genesis GV60 Magma?
- The Hyundai Ioniq 9 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $119,750 versus $130,000 for the Genesis GV60 Magma, a $10,250 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, 168 km further than the Genesis GV60 Magma's 432 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 GV60 Magma 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 GV60 Magma does 0–100 km/h in 3.5 seconds — 1.7 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 GV60 Magma?
- On paper the Hyundai Ioniq 9 is $10,250 cheaper, but the Genesis GV60 Magma 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
Hyundai Ioniq 9
if…
- ✓ you want to save $10,250 on the sticker
- ✓ maximum range matters (168 km further per charge)
- ✓ you match the profile: large families
Choose the
Genesis GV60 Magma
if…
- ✓ you regularly do long road trips (faster DC peak)
- ✓ you want quicker acceleration off the line
- ✓ you regularly load it up (142 L more boot)
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.