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Hyundai IONIQ 9 vs Rivian R1S

Comparing the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 (from $60,555) with the 2025 Rivian R1S (from $83,990). The IONIQ 9 offers 335 miles of range while the R1S offers 329 miles.

Quick Take

Hyundai IONIQ 9 charges fastest, while Rivian R1S tows the most.

Hyundai IONIQ 9

2026SUV

Hyundai IONIQ 9

Fastest Charger

  • 24 min 10-80% DC fast charge
  • 233 kW peak charging speed
  • Up to 335 mi EPA-rated range
Rivian R1S

2025SUV

Rivian R1S

Best for Towing

  • 7,700 lb towing capacity
  • Up to 1025 hp
  • AWD drivetrain
Price
$58,955 - $71,250
$83,990 - $121,990
Range
311-335 miles
329-410 miles
Horsepower
215-422 hp
665-1025 hp
0-60 mph
4.9-7.8 sec
2.6-3.4 sec
Battery Size
110.3 kWh
135-180 kWh
Drive Type
RWD
AWD
Seats
7
7
Top Speed
118 mph
111-130 mph
Towing Capacity
3500 lbs
7700 lbs
DC Fast Charging
24 min (10-80%)
41 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
11 hrs (0-100%)
11 hrs (0-100%)
Length
201"
200.8"
Width
79.9"
81.8"
Height
70"
77.3"
Cargo Capacity
86.9 cu ft
104.7 cu ft

Hyundai IONIQ 9 vs Rivian R1S: Which Should You Buy?

The Hyundai IONIQ 9 starts at $58,955, undercutting the Rivian R1S ($83,990) by about $25,000.

In its longest-range configuration the Rivian R1S covers up to 410 miles, 75 more than the Hyundai IONIQ 9's maximum of 335. At a DC fast charger, the Hyundai IONIQ 9 goes from 10-80% in about 24 minutes vs 41 for the Rivian R1S.

The Rivian R1S offers 104.7 cu ft of cargo space vs 86.9 for the Hyundai IONIQ 9.

Bottom line: pick the Hyundai IONIQ 9 if you want the shortest charging stops, or the Rivian R1S if you tow.

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