From 539 km Range to 422 hp: A Complete 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 Trim and Pricing Guide for Canadian Buyers
From 539 km Range to 422 hp: A Complete 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 Trim and Pricing Guide for Canadian Buyers
Posted on June 30, 2026
The 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 is a three-row all-electric SUV that starts at $59,999 in British Columbia. Four trims span a $21,500 MSRP range, and the decisions inside that gap are worth understanding before you sign.
2026 IONIQ 9 Trim Prices and What’s Included
| Trim | MSRP | All-In |
| Essential RWD | $59,999 | $62,049 |
| Preferred AWD | $64,999 | $67,049 |
| Preferred AWD with Luxury Package | $76,499 | $78,549 |
| Preferred AWD+ with Ultimate Calligraphy Package | $81,499 | $83,549 |
Every IONIQ 9 carries a 110.3 kWh lithium-ion polymer battery with 800V architecture and a native NACS port that gives access to the Tesla Supercharger network. At a 350 kW DC fast charger, all trims charge from 10 to 80% in approximately 24 minutes. The IONIQ 9 may qualify for Canada’s Electric Vehicle Affordability Program (EVAP); confirm eligibility with Northland Hyundai.
The Real Breakpoints as the Price Rises
The $5,000 jump to AWD
Stepping from the Essential RWD to the Preferred AWD costs $5,000 in MSRP ($62,049 to $67,049 all-in). That step adds a second motor, lifting output from 215 hp and 258 lb-ft to 303 hp and 446 lb-ft. The 0–100 km/h time drops from 9.4 seconds to 6.7 seconds. Towing capacity jumps from 3,500 lbs (1,587 kg) on the RWD to 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg) on every AWD trim.
Range falls from 539 km to 515 km, and the frunk shrinks from 88 L to 52 L. For most buyers, this is the most consequential $5,000 in the lineup.
The $11,500 jump to the Luxury Package
The Preferred AWD with Luxury Package at $78,549 all-in shares the Preferred AWD’s 303 hp, 446 lb-ft, 515 km range, and seven-passenger layout. The $11,500 step pays for interior and comfort upgrades: 20-inch alloy wheels, a panoramic sunroof, heated and ventilated front seats, heated 2nd-row seats, a 14-speaker Bose audio system, a Surround View Monitor, Blind-spot View Monitor, 3rd-row power folding seats, ambient lighting in 64 colours, a Vehicle-to-Load interior outlet, and Premium Relaxation Seating for the driver and front passenger.
The audio shift from an 8-speaker system to Bose alone signals what this package is about: rear-passenger comfort and cabin experience over powertrain performance.
The $5,000 jump to Ultimate Calligraphy
The Preferred AWD+ with Ultimate Calligraphy Package at $83,549 all-in adds the high-output dual-motor setup: 422 hp and 516 lb-ft, with 0–100 km/h in 5.2 seconds and 500 km of range. Beyond the powertrain, the interior changes shape: the 7-passenger bench is replaced by 6-passenger 2nd-row captain’s chairs with Relaxation Mode and leg rests. You also gain an Ergo-Motion driver’s seat, a head-up display, 21-inch Calligraphy alloy wheels, Remote Smart Parking Assist 2, a microfibre suede headliner, and a full digital display electrochromic mirror.
The Best-Value Trim: Preferred AWD
At $67,049 all-in, the Preferred AWD delivers the core capability most British Columbia families need: AWD traction, 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg) of towing, 303 hp, 446 lb-ft, 515 km of range, seven seats, and leatherette upholstery. Standard tech includes a 12.3-inch infotainment screen and instrument cluster, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Digital Key 2.0, heated steering wheel, and Highway Driving Assist 2.
The Essential RWD saves $5,000 and maximizes range at 539 km. It is a legitimate choice for buyers who never tow and don’t need AWD. For everyone else, the Preferred AWD’s added towing capacity and dual-motor confidence makes the step worth taking.
What the Ultimate Calligraphy Package Actually Buys
The Preferred AWD+ with Ultimate Calligraphy Package costs $16,500 more than the Preferred AWD. The headline addition is 422 hp and 516 lb-ft versus 303 hp and 446 lb-ft, cutting 0–100 km/h time from 6.7 to 5.2 seconds. But the trim also fundamentally changes the interior.
Dropping from 7 seats to 6 is the trade-off the buyer needs to consider carefully. If a seventh seat matters for road trips or regular carpooling, the Preferred AWD with Luxury Package at $78,549 keeps the bench, keeps the Bose audio, and saves $5,000. The Ultimate Calligraphy trim is the right fit for the buyer who values the performance gain and the lounge-style captain’s chair layout over that seventh seat position.
Choosing Your 2026 IONIQ 9 Trim
Essential RWD ($62,049 all-in): 539 km range, 215 hp, 3,500 lbs (1,587 kg) towing, cloth seating, 7 passengers. The right fit for buyers whose priority is maximum range and the lowest all-in price with no towing requirement.
Preferred AWD ($67,049 all-in): 515 km range, 303 hp, 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg) towing, leatherette, 7 passengers, full tech suite. The rational all-rounder for families who want AWD security and full towing without paying for luxury finishes.
Preferred AWD with Luxury Package ($78,549 all-in): Same 303 hp powertrain and 515 km range as the Preferred AWD, plus Bose audio, panoramic sunroof, 20-inch wheels, heated 2nd-row seats, and ventilated front seats. The right fit for buyers who spend significant time with rear passengers.
Preferred AWD+ with Ultimate Calligraphy Package ($83,549 all-in): 422 hp, 516 lb-ft, 5.2-second 0–100 km/h, 500 km range, Ergo-Motion seat, captain’s chairs, HUD, 21-inch wheels, 6 passengers. Built for the buyer who wants the most performance and the most comfort tech, and can live with six seats.
All four trims share the 110.3 kWh battery, 800V charging, NACS port, and 24-minute 10-to-80% DC fast-charge time at 350 kW.
Your Next Step With the IONIQ 9 at Northland Hyundai
The 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 spans from $62,049 to $83,549 all-in across four trims, each tied to a specific drivetrain, towing rating, or comfort configuration rather than just a price increment.
Visit Northland Hyundai in Prince George to confirm current EVAP eligibility, review each trim in person, and book a test drive in the IONIQ 9 that fits your family.