Hyundai Opens Ioniq 9 Option Can Enter The Indonesian Market

Ioniq 9. (Doc. Hyundai Motor Company)

Hyundai Motor Company has officially expanded its global electric vehicle (EV) lineup by introducing Ioniq 9 in the United States. Ioniq 9 is a three-line SUV that has a spacious cabin.

The South Korean manufacturer said the SUV would go on sale in Korea and the United States in the first half of 2025, with subsequent launches planned for Europe and other markets.

This car has an exterior design of Aerosthetic which reflects the manufacturer's commitment to combining aerodynamic innovations with advanced futuristic styles.

Built with the successful E-GMP platforms on Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 6, Ioniq 9 offers batteries that have high capacities and voltages for wider electric range and faster charging.

Meanwhile, the batteries used are high-voltage NCM lithium-ion offering system energy of 110.3 kWh. Ioniq 9 is claimed to be able to reach the electric range of 620 km WLTP.

Having sophisticated capabilities with impressive distance, how is the potential for this car to enter other markets, including Indonesia?

PT HMID's Chief Operating Officer, Fransiscus Soerjopranoto, gave a signal that Ioniq 9 is on radar to be put into the country's market in the coming years.

"Yesterday, Ioniq 9 just launched globally and of course it is on our radar to be sold in Indonesia," said Frans when met by the media at SCBD, Jakarta, Thursday, November 21.

Unfortunately, he has not provided certainty when the model will be present for the Indonesian market.

"Waiting for the playing date, will we introduce it to Indonesia? That is one of the challenges for the Indonesian market," added Frans.

Nevertheless, Frans guarantees that his party will soon expand the electric vehicle line in Indonesia from various segments, thus adding many options for consumers.

"The thing that is certain is that we will complete the line in every segment for the Indonesian market," he concluded.