Hyundai Ioniq 7 EV looks production-ready in latest spy photos

Kia EV9 cousin revealed with more details ahead of debut before year end

Hyundai’s first three-row SUV with an electric powertrain is rumored to debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show in November, three years after the “SEVEN” concept was unveiled at the same show. A new set of spy photos shows the production version of the electric car, revealing some interesting details. Hyundai’s Kia EV9 model is expected to adopt the Ioniq 7 name, although some sources suggest it may be called the Ioniq 9.

Hyundai began testing prototypes of the Ioniq 7/9 a year ago, and several variants have been spotted since then. The latest leaks include exterior and interior photos of what appears to be a pre-production model that’s about to be completed.

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The production model’s styling remains the same as the concept, but with some tweaks. Changes include thicker greenhouse pillars, conventional doors and wing mirrors, smaller wheels, and slightly redesigned bumpers and lighting. Despite these modifications, the SUV retains its distinctive split LED headlights and striking taillights around the rear glass.

Inside, the dashboard features a large digital cockpit housed within a single curved panel. We can also see a floating center console and plenty of buttons on the steering wheel. Thankfully, Hyundai designers added physical knobs for the climate controls and a proper row of buttons for the audio interface. Finally, the round interior door handles appear to be shared with the Genesis GV60, although the housing in the Hyundai Ioniq 7 integrates the seat controls.

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The Hyundai Ioniq 7 will be a sister model to the Kia EV9, sharing the longest version of the Korean group’s E-GMP platform. The Kia offers 215 hp (160 kW / 218 PS) in a single-motor version, and up to 576 hp (430 kW / 585 PS) in a dual-motor version. It has 76.1 kWh and 99.8 kWh battery options, with the larger pack providing an EPA-estimated 304 miles (489 km) of range. The Hyundai is expected to have a similar range.

A closer look at the spy photos of the interior shows that the odometer shows 308 miles (496 km) of range remaining and the battery is at 95%. Estimated ranges range from a minimum of 204 miles (328 km) to a maximum of 480 miles (773 km). The above figures may be affected by road and traffic conditions and may require a driver who travels light and seeks efficiency.

Hyundai is expected to unveil the Ioniq 7 before the end of the year, so we wouldn’t be surprised if prototypes start shedding more camouflage in the coming months. For those who prefer internal combustion engines, the automaker is reportedly working on a next-generation Hyundai Palisade of similar size that’s expected to go on sale in 2025.

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