2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 Third Row, Seats and Storage

September 28th, 2026 by

2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 at Webb Hyundai Merrillville, Merrillville, IN

Webb Hyundai Merrillville | (219) 736-2277 | 1000 W 81st Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410

Quick Answer: The 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 seats six or seven. A second-row bench gives seven seats, while available captain’s chairs give six with easier third-row access. Available power-reclining third-row seats, one-touch second-row access, a sliding center console and 120V Vehicle-to-Load outlets inside and outside make it a practical family EV.
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Part of our 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 buyer’s guide from Webb Hyundai Merrillville.

What seating layouts are available?

A 7-passenger layout with a second-row bench, or a 6-passenger layout with second-row captain’s chairs.

How easy is the third row to use?

Available one-touch second-row seats open a path to the third row from the driver side, and available power third-row seats recline at the push of a button.

What storage does the IONIQ 9 offer?

A wide power liftgate, a flat EV floor and an available sliding center console reachable from the first and second rows.

Can the IONIQ 9 power my gear?

Yes. Vehicle-to-Load provides 120V power inside and outside, useful for tailgates at a Crown Point football game or camping at Indiana Dunes State Park.

Key Takeaways

  • Seats six or seven.
  • Available second-row captain’s chairs.
  • Available power-reclining third row.
  • Sliding center console available.
  • V2L 120V outlets inside and outside.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the IONIQ 9 a 7-seater?

Yes, with the second-row bench.

Does the IONIQ 9 have heated or ventilated seats?

Ventilated front seats are included from SEL up.

Can the IONIQ 9 fit car seats in the third row?

Many families use car seats in multiple rows; bring yours to Webb Hyundai Merrillville to test.

What is Vehicle-to-Load?

A feature that lets the IONIQ 9 power 120V devices from its battery.

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MSRPs are Hyundai published starting prices for the 2026 IONIQ 9, excluding freight, taxes, title, license and dealer fees. Range, efficiency and charging times are EPA and Hyundai estimates and will vary with conditions, charger output and battery state.

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