2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9: real cost in California
See the IONIQ 9 on Hyundai's US site ↗US prices read 2026-11-09
Cheapest trim, S · California · age 35–59 · 6 years · 13,500 mi a yearChange
Sticker$58,955the advertised price
Drive away$66,146with fees and tax
Loan payment$1,042/mo72-month loan at 7%, $5,000 down
True cost$1,590/moeverything, after resale
$66,146 to drive away + $67,368 to run it for 6 years − $19,019 back at resale = $114,495, or $1,590 a month.
Where the money goes
Drive away$66,146
Running it, 6 yrs+$67,368
Back at resale−$19,019
Sticker pricethe advertised MSRP
+$58,955Feesfreight $1,650 · doc fee $85 (typical)
+$1,735Sales and use tax, 8.99%California
+$5,456Insuranceestimate, age 35–59, California
+$19,257Loan interest7% over 72 months
+$13,912Lost return on your money5% a year on the down payment and each payment
+$13,665Charging13,500 mi a year at 92 MPGe, home charging at $0.33/kWh
+$9,666Maintenanceestimate
+$6,780Title, registration and plates6 years in California, incl. 0.65% value tax a year
+$3,362California EV fee$121 a year
+$726Resale after 6 years32% of MSRP, you get this back
−$19,019True cost $114,495 ÷ 72 months$1,590 a month
The car
Size and space
BodySUV199.2 in long
Seats6, 7
Cargo46.7 cu ftbehind row 2
Ground clearance6.9 in
Engine and fuel
Engine215–422 hp electric, RWD, AWD
0–60 mph5.3–9.0 sour estimate from power and weight
Energy use85–92 MPGeEPA combined
Range335 miabout 234 mi in winter · fast charge 10-80% in 24 min
TowingUp to 5,000 lb
Tires20" or 21"by trim
Safety and cover
Crash testNot rated yet
European crash test5 of 5 stars ↗Euro NCAP 2025, European version
Highway assistSteers and brakeshands on the wheel · every trim
Warranty5 yrspowertrain 5 yrs · battery 8 yrs
Resale at 6 years32% of MSRPaverage for its type
Every trim
Every trim: auto braking, blind spot, lane centering, adaptive cruise, heated seats, 6.9 in clearance.| S | $58,955 | $66,146 | $114,495 | ✓ $1,590/mo | 7 | 3,500 | 92 MPGe | — No | — No |
| SE | $62,765 | $70,299 | $120,082 | $1,668/mo | 7 | 5,000 | 88 MPGe | — No | ✓ Yes |
| SEL | $66,320 | $74,173 | $124,535 | $1,730/mo | 7 | 5,000 | 88 MPGe | — No | ✓ Yes |
| Limited | $71,250 | $79,546 | $131,067 | $1,820/mo | 6 | 5,000 | 85 MPGe | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Calligraphy | $74,990 | $83,623 | $135,751 | $1,885/mo | 6 | 5,000 | 85 MPGe | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Calligraphy Design | $76,490 | $85,257 | $137,630 | $1,912/mo | 6 | 5,000 | 85 MPGe | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
S
✓ $1,590/mo
True cost
SE
$1,668/mo
True cost
SEL
$1,730/mo
True cost
Limited
$1,820/mo
True cost
Calligraphy
$1,885/mo
True cost
Calligraphy Design
$1,912/mo
True cost
Features, trim by trim
Cheapest on the left. Each bar starts at the trim that adds it. + $ is the cheapest factory option or package that adds it (hover for its name).Feature
S$58,955
SE$62,765
SEL$66,320
Limited$71,250
Calligraphy$74,990
Calligraphy Design$76,490
Safety and driver assist
Automatic braking
✓ Every trim
Blind-spot monitor
✓ Every trim
Rear cross-traffic alert
✓ Every trim
Adaptive cruise
✓ Every trim
Lane centering
✓ Every trim
360° camera
✓ from SEL
Parking sensors
✓ Every trim
Comfort
Heated seats
✓ Every trim
Cooled seats
✓ from SEL
Heated steering wheel
✓ from SEL
Heated rear seats
✓ from SEL
Dual-zone climate
✓ Every trim
Convenience
Push-button start
✓ Every trim
Power liftgate
✓ Every trim
Wireless phone charging
✓ Every trim
Power driver's seat
✓ Every trim
Memory seat
✓ from Limited
Tech and audio
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
✓ Every trim
Wireless CarPlay
✓ Every trim
Built-in navigation
✓ Every trim
Premium sound system
✓ from Limited
Head-up display
✓ from Calligraphy
Large touchscreen (12 in+)
✓ Every trim
Capability and looks
AWD or 4WD
✓ from SE
Tow hitch included
+ $765 on every trim
Sunroof
✓ from Limited
Panoramic roof
✓ from Limited
LED headlights
✓ Every trim
Not listed on any trimHands-free drivingMassaging seatsRemote start
Full standard equipment on the S (35 items)
- Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Forward Attention Warning
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Front, Front Side, Front Center, Side-Curtain, & Rear Side Airbags
- Immobilizer
- Lane Keeping Assist; Lane Following Assist
- Parking Distance Warning - Reverse/Forward
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Rear Occupant Alert
- Rearview Camera
- Safe Exit Assist
- 12.3" Digital Instrument Cluster
- 12.3" Navigation System w/ AM/FM/HD Radio(TM)
- 3-Zone Automatic Temperature Control
- Bluelink+ All-Inclusive Connected Services (enrollment required)
- Cloth Seats
- Front & Rear USB Ports
- Hands-Free Smart Power Liftgate w/ Auto Open
- Heated Front Seats
- Highway Driving Assist
- Power Driver Seat w/ Lumbar Support
- Proximity Key w/ Push Button Start
- SiriusXM Radio w/ 90-Day trial subscription; not available in AK & HI
- Smart Cruise Control
- Wi-Fi Hotspot (trial w/ Bluelink)
- Wireless Android Auto(TM) & Apple CarPlay
- Wireless Phone Charger
- 19" Alloy Wheels
- Automatic LED Headlights, Daytime Running Lights & Taillights
- Tire Mobility Kit (in lieu of spare tire)
- DC Ultra-Fast Charging Capability
- Lithium Ion Battery System
- Permanent Magnet Electric Motor
- Regenerative Brake Level Control Paddles
- Shift-by-Wire Gear Selector
Recalls
3 NHTSA recalls for 2024 to 2026 IONIQ 9 models. Dealers fix them free; a new car should have them done before delivery. Ask the dealer to check the VIN.
Seats2026 · 5,360 vehicles
The second-row power seats may fail to detect a person. As a result, the seats may continue to move after contacting a person during powered seat functions, such as automatic power fold-and-stow.Recall 26V588000 at NHTSA ↗Suspension2026 · 172 vehicles
The fasteners for the rear suspension may loosen and detach, which can result in a loss of vehicle control.Recall 26V314000 at NHTSA ↗Electrical system2026 · 27 vehicles
The high voltage battery system may contain an improperly tightened bus bar, which can cause a short-circuit.Recall 26V068000 at NHTSA ↗Quick answers
- How much is a 2026 IONIQ 9 in California?
- $66,146 to drive away for the S, from a $58,955 sticker.
- What does it cost a month?
- A $1,042 loan payment, about $1,595 a month with insurance, fuel and upkeep ($5,000 down); about $1,590 a month all in, after resale.
- How much can it tow?
- 3,500 lb for the S; 5,000 lb for every other trim.
Colors
Abyss Black PearlUltimate Red+$500Cyber Gray Metallic+$500Gravity Gold Matte+$1,000Ionosphere Green PearlSage Silver Matte+$1,000Ecotronic Gray Matte+$1,000Snow White Pearl+$500Cosmic Blue Pearl
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US prices in US dollars from Hyundai's US website, read 2026-11-09; destination as the brand lists it. Taxes, registration and the dealer doc fee follow your state. Insurance and maintenance are estimates. How we count.