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Audi SQ5 vs Hyundai Ioniq 9

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2026 Audi SQ5

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2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9

Overview

SpecAudi SQ5PremiumHyundai Ioniq 9S
Selected trimPremiumS
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)electric
Transmission7-speed automated manual1-speed direct drive
Engine typegaselectric
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecAudi SQ5PremiumHyundai Ioniq 9S
MSRP$65,400$58,955 (best)
Lowest listing price$14,421 (best)$55,442
Median listing price$71,282$57,399 (best)
Highest listing price$82,443$68,796 (best)
For sale now44 (best)6

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi SQ5PremiumHyundai Ioniq 9S
Combined MPG22 MPG (best)
City MPG19 MPG (best)
Highway MPG26 MPG (best)
Combined MPGe92 MPGe (best)
Electric range335 mi (best)
Battery capacity110 kWh (best)
240V charge time11.7 hr (best)
Fuel tank17.2 gal (best)

Performance

SpecAudi SQ5PremiumHyundai Ioniq 9S
Horsepower362 hp (best)215 hp
Torque406 lb-ft (best)258 lb-ft
Engine size3 L (best)
CylindersV6

Size & capability

SpecAudi SQ5PremiumHyundai Ioniq 9S
Seating5 seats7 seats (best)
Doors44
Cargo volume57.1 cu ft86.9 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity4,400 lbs (best)3,500 lbs
Payload1,036 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,431 lbs (best)5,507 lbs
Ground clearance6.9 in (best)
Wheelbase111 in123.2 in (best)
Length185.7 in199.2 in (best)
Width74.8 in78 in (best)
Height65.8 in70.5 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi SQ5PremiumHyundai Ioniq 9S
NHTSA overallNot Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated4 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side poleNot Rated4 / 5 ★ (best)
RolloverNot Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)2

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimAudi SQ5Hyundai Ioniq 9
1

Premium

$65,400 MSRP(Currently comparing)

S

$58,955 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premium Plus

$67,300 MSRP

SE

$62,765 MSRP

3

Prestige

$71,300 MSRP

SEL

$66,320 MSRP

4

Performance Limited

$71,250 MSRP

5

Performance Calligraphy

$74,990 MSRP

6

Performance Calligraphy Design

$76,490 MSRP

Live inventory

Audi SQ5 vs Hyundai Ioniq 9 FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Audi SQ5 or 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi SQ5 vs 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Audi SQ5 or 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 starts lower at $58,955. Live Audi SQ5 listings start at $14,421. Live Hyundai Ioniq 9 listings start at $55,442.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi SQ5 or 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9?
The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (58,955).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Audi SQ5 or 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9?
The 2026 Audi SQ5 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (22).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Audi SQ5 or 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9?
The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (335).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Audi SQ5 or 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9?
The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 leads on horsepower in this comparison (422).
Which has better seats: 2026 Audi SQ5 or 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9?
The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 leads on seats in this comparison (7).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Audi SQ5 or 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9?
The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Audi SQ5 vs 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi SQ5 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall); Hyundai Ioniq 9 (5/5 NHTSA overall).