Hyundai IONIQ 9 vs Jeep Grand Cherokee

The Hyundai IONIQ 9 starts from $119,750 before on-road costs, while the Jeep Grand Cherokee opens at $129,950. That makes the Hyundai IONIQ 9 the more affordable entry point by $10,200.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $131,725 and $142,945 respectively.

Both models qualify for Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) exemption, which is a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases. Depending on your tax bracket, this can save $5,000-$15,000+ per year compared to an equivalent ICE vehicle.

Both the Hyundai IONIQ 9 and Jeep Grand Cherokee hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 84% for the Hyundai IONIQ 9 and 83% for the Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Hyundai IONIQ 9 packs more ADAS features with 10 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 8 in the Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 10 in the Hyundai IONIQ 9 and 8 in the Jeep Grand Cherokee.

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Hyundai IONIQ 9 features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Jeep Grand Cherokee gets a 10.1-inch display and 10.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Hyundai IONIQ 9 stands out with head-up display, wireless charging, V2L and Bose audio that you will not find on the Jeep Grand Cherokee. The Jeep Grand Cherokee counters with McIntosh audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Hyundai IONIQ 9 gets nappa leather upholstery while the Jeep Grand Cherokee offers palermo leather-trimmed. Climate control is 3-zone in the Hyundai IONIQ 9 and 4-zone in the Jeep Grand Cherokee.

The Hyundai IONIQ 9 runs a pure electric powertrain producing 314kW and 700Nm of torque, sent through a single-speed reduction gear to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 5.2 seconds.

The Jeep Grand Cherokee responds with a Petrol I4 Turbo + PHEV making 280kW and 400Nm, paired to a 8-speed automatic w/ paddle shifters driving all four wheels.

The Hyundai IONIQ 9 has the clear power advantage at 314kW vs 280kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 110.3kWh (Hyundai IONIQ 9) vs 17.3kWh (Jeep Grand Cherokee).

The Hyundai IONIQ 9 measures 5,060mm long on a 3,130mm wheelbase, 146mm longer than the Jeep Grand Cherokee at 4,914mm (2,964mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Hyundai IONIQ 9 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 338L in the Hyundai IONIQ 9 and 1067L in the Jeep Grand Cherokee, giving the Jeep Grand Cherokee a 729L advantage. The Hyundai IONIQ 9 seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the Jeep Grand Cherokee leads with a 2,722kg braked capacity vs 2,500kg. That 222kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years (Hyundai IONIQ 9) vs 5 years / 100,000km (Jeep Grand Cherokee). Both match on warranty length. Capped-price servicing: —5yr (Jeep Grand Cherokee).