USA EV Comparison: Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance AWD vs Polestar 3 Longe Range Dual Motor

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance AWD (2025-…) has a starting price of $71250, compared to the Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor (2024-…), which starts at $73400.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

The Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor (2024-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance AWD (2025-…).

The Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance AWD (2025-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor (2024-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.

The Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance AWD (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 350 kW, while the Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor (2024-…) maxes out at 250 kW.

The Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance AWD (2025-…) is limited to 10.9 kW.

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

The Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

The Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance AWD (2025-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor (2024-…).

The Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance AWD (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

The Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance AWD (2025-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.

The Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance AWD (2025-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor (2024-…).