Hyundai Ioniq Beats the Competition


June 2026 Lease Special — Edwards Hyundai

The 2026 IONIQ 9 SEL.
Three Rows. Full Electric.
$549/mo Sign & Drive.

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.

$549/mo
36-month lease · Well-qualified lessees · Edwards Hyundai

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$0Due at Signing
★ Edwards Hyundai ExclusiveSign & Drive = $0 DownDrive home today with nothing due — no down payment, no cap cost reduction, just your first month included
2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 SEL — available at Edwards Hyundai in Council Bluffs, IA
3-Row Electric SUV Lease Comparison — June 2026
The IONIQ 9 is $0 due at signing. Tesla and Rivian require thousands upfront. Here’s the full picture.

✓ Best Value
Hyundai
2026 IONIQ 9 SEL AWD
$549
/month

$0Down
★ Edwards Hyundai ExclusiveSign & Drive = $0 Due at SigningDrive home today — nothing due upfront

36 months · 10,000 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

Tesla
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
Rivian
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 $549/mo Sign & Drive is an Edwards Hyundai exclusive offer with $0 due at signing for well-qualified lessees. Tesla Model X and Rivian R1S effective costs calculated by amortizing due-at-signing over 36 months. Tesla figures from KBB/CarsDirect (June 2026); Rivian figures from CARFAX/Rivian.com (June 2026). Competitor figures are for entry/base 3-row configurations.

Head-to-Head: Full Feature Comparison
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 $549/mo $999/mo $799/mo
Due at Signing $0 — Sign & Drive ~$9,194 ~$6,044
Effective Monthly Cost $549/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

320miEPA Range (SEL AWD)
24min10–80% Charge Time
350kWMax Charging Speed

Fastest-Charging 3-Row EV on the Market.

The IONIQ 9’s 800V architecture accepts up to 350 kW of DC fast charging — more than the Model X (250 kW) or R1S (200 kW). That’s 10% to 80% in about 24 minutes. Enough for a full charge during a lunch stop.

Why the IONIQ 9 Wins for Most Families
Premium 3-row EV capability without the premium price tag — and with a local dealer you can actually walk into.

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IONIQ 9 Advantage$549 Sign & Drive vs. $999+ for TeslaThe Tesla Model X runs $999/mo with nearly $10,000 due at signing — over $1,254 effective per month. The IONIQ 9 SEL is $549 with $0 down. That’s $705 less every single month for a comparably equipped 3-row EV.
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IONIQ 9 AdvantageFastest Charging in the Segment350 kW on Hyundai’s 800V platform charges the IONIQ 9 from 10% to 80% in ~24 minutes. The Model X tops out at ~250 kW and the R1S at ~200 kW. On road trips, those minutes add up.
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IONIQ 9 AdvantageWireless CarPlay & Android AutoThe IONIQ 9 supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard. The Tesla Model X and Rivian R1S offer neither — you’re locked into their proprietary infotainment systems only.
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IONIQ 9 AdvantageRelaxation Seats — Front & 2nd RowThe IONIQ 9 SEL and above feature reclining relaxation seats with an extending footrest in both the front and second row. Neither Tesla nor Rivian offers anything comparable in this segment.
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IONIQ 9 AdvantageA Local Dealer — Edwards HyundaiTesla and Rivian are direct-to-consumer only. Service issues mean shipping your car or scheduling a mobile tech. Edwards Hyundai is right here in Council Bluffs — with a service center you can walk into.
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IONIQ 9 AdvantageAmerica’s Best Warranty10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty. The Rivian covers only 5 years on the powertrain. Tesla offers 8 years. Hyundai’s coverage is the longest in the segment — at the lowest monthly cost.

The Smartest 3-Row EV Deal in the Market.

The 2026 IONIQ 9 SEL is available Sign & Drive for $549/month — $0 due at signing — exclusively at Edwards Hyundai. Tesla and Rivian can’t touch it on value, and they certainly can’t match our local service.

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*$549/month Sign & Drive lease for 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 SEL AWD is an Edwards Hyundai exclusive offer available to well-qualified lessees through Hyundai Motor Finance with $0 due at signing. 36-month term, 10,000 miles/year; $0.20/mile over. See dealer for complete qualification details and availability. National Hyundai IONIQ 9 lease offers start at $369/mo for the S RWD with $3,999 due at signing (Autoblog, June 2026); SEL Sign & Drive offer 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 36 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. Offers valid through 7/6/2026. See Edwards Hyundai for complete details.