Hyundai Ioniq Beats the Competition
The 2026 IONIQ 9 SEL.
Three Rows. Full Electric.
Starting at $495/mo Lease.
Tesla Model X starts at $999/mo. Rivian R1S starts at $799/mo. The IONIQ 9 gives you everything they offer — and then some — for a fraction of the cost.
The IONIQ 9 leases for a fraction of what Tesla and Rivian require upfront. Here’s the full picture.
Hyundai
2026 IONIQ 9 SEL AWD
$495
/month
24 months · 7,500 mi/yr · Available at Edwards Hyundai
✓ All-Electric · 320-mile range · 303 hp AWD
800V ultra-fast charging · up to 7 seats · $68,575 MSRP
2026 Model X Dual Motor AWD
$999
/month
36 months · ~$9,194 due at signing
Effective cost: ~$1,254/mo
⚠ $705 more per month effective
All-electric · 3-row · $88,490 MSRP
No lease buyout option
2026 R1S Dual Standard AWD
$799
/month
36 months · ~$6,044 due at signing
Effective cost: ~$967/mo
⚠ $418 more per month effective
All-electric · 3-row · $76,990 MSRP
No traditional dealer network
ⓘ IONIQ 9 SEL $495/mo lease is available to well-qualified lessees, 7/8/2026–7/31/2026. See disclaimer below for full terms. Effective monthly costs for all three vehicles calculated by amortizing due-at-signing over the lease term. Tesla figures from KBB/CarsDirect (June 2026); Rivian figures from CARFAX/Rivian.com (June 2026). Competitor figures are for entry/base 3-row configurations.
All three offer 3-row all-electric seating. Here’s where the IONIQ 9 pulls ahead — at a dramatically lower price.
| Feature | Hyundai2026 IONIQ 9 SEL | Tesla2026 Model X | Rivian2026 R1S |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lease & Value | |||
| Monthly Lease Payment | $495/mo | $999/mo | $799/mo |
| Due at Signing | See disclaimer for terms* | ~$9,194 | ~$6,044 |
| Effective Monthly Cost | ~$537/mo | ~$1,254/mo | ~$967/mo |
| Starting MSRP | $68,575 (SEL) | $88,490+ | $76,990+ |
| Traditional Dealer Network | ✓ Yes — Edwards Hyundai | ✗ Direct-only | ✗ Direct-only |
| Lease Buyout Option | ✓ Available | ✗ Not allowed | ✓ Available |
| Range & Charging | |||
| EPA-Estimated Range | 320 miles (SEL AWD) | ~330 miles | ~270 miles (Std) |
| Max DC Fast-Charge Speed | 350 kW (fastest in class) | ~250 kW | ~200 kW |
| 10–80% Charge Time | ~24 minutes | ~25 minutes | ~40 minutes |
| 800V Architecture | ✓ Yes | ✗ 400V | ✗ 400V |
| Tesla Supercharger Compatible | ✓ NACS standard | ✓ Native | ✓ NACS adapter |
| Performance | |||
| Powertrain | Dual-Motor AWD | Dual-Motor AWD | Dual-Motor AWD |
| Horsepower | 303 hp | ~670 hp | ~600 hp |
| 0–60 mph | ~5.2 sec (Perf) / 9.4 sec (SEL) | ~3.9 sec | ~3.5 sec |
| Max Towing | 5,000 lb | 5,000 lb | 7,700 lb |
| Space & Seating | |||
| Seating | 6 or 7 passengers | 6 or 7 passengers | 7 passengers |
| 3rd-Row Adult Legroom | 32 inches | ~27 inches | ~28 inches |
| Total Cargo Volume | 86.9 cu ft | ~88 cu ft | ~104 cu ft |
| Relaxation Seats (front + 2nd row) | ✓ Standard SEL+ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Technology | |||
| 12.3″ Dual Displays | ✓ Standard | 17″ single screen | 15.6″ single screen |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay / Android Auto | ✓ Standard | ✗ Not available | ✗ Not available |
| Highway Driving Assist | ✓ Standard | ✓ Autopilot | ✓ Driver+ |
| Over-the-Air Updates | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Warranty & Service | |||
| Basic Warranty | 5 yr / 60,000 mi | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Powertrain Warranty | 10 yr / 100,000 mi | 8 yr / 150,000 mi | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Battery Warranty | 10 yr / 100,000 mi | 8 yr / 150,000 mi | 8 yr / 175,000 mi |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 yr / Unlimited | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Local Service Center | ✓ Edwards Hyundai | Tesla Service Center | Mobile / Drop-ship only |
Premium 3-row EV capability without the premium price tag — and with a local dealer you can actually walk into.
The Smartest 3-Row EV Deal in the Market.
The 2026 IONIQ 9 SEL is available for $495/month at Edwards Hyundai. Tesla and Rivian can’t touch it on value, and they certainly can’t match our local service.
📞 712-382-8838 | 📍 3554 South Expressway, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
*Lease a 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 SEL AWD for $495 per month, 24-month lease, 7,500 miles per year. $999 trade equity or cash down required. Excludes registration, $650 acquisition fee, tax, title, and license. First payment due at signing. Security deposit waived. Available from 7/8/2026 to 7/31/2026 to well-qualified lessees approved by Hyundai Motor Finance. Available on dealer demo only. Similar savings may be available on additional in-stock vehicles. Not all lessees will qualify. Higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. While supplies last on in-stock units. See dealer for details. National Hyundai IONIQ 9 lease offers start at $369/mo for the S RWD with $3,999 due at signing (Autoblog, June 2026); the $495/mo SEL offer above is exclusive to Edwards Hyundai. Tesla Model X Dual Motor AWD: ~$999/mo with ~$9,194 due at signing (KBB/CarsDirect, June 2026); effective cost calculated by amortizing due-at-signing over 24 months. Tesla does not allow lease buyouts. Rivian R1S Dual Standard AWD: ~$799/mo with ~$6,044 due at signing (CARFAX/Rivian.com, June 2026). Range, charging, and performance figures are EPA estimates or manufacturer claims and may vary by driving conditions. IONIQ 9 SEL AWD: 320-mile EPA-estimated range, 303 hp, 10–80% charge in ~24 min on 350 kW DC fast charger. 3rd-row legroom figure of 32 inches from Hyundai; competitor figures are approximate. Feature comparisons based on base/entry configurations of each model. All prices exclude tax, title, license, and dealer fees unless noted. See Edwards Hyundai for complete details.