MILANO (ITALPRESS) – Hyundai Ioniq 9 – 100% large electric SUV that merges distinctive design and super aerodynamics with inhabitability and comfort at the top of the market – received the prestigious World’s Best Large SUV title at the Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year Awards (WWCOTY) 2026. This recognition once again highlights Hyundai’s continued commitment to excellence, innovation and sustainable mobility. An international panel consisting of 84 experienced automotive journalists from 54 countries has undergone numerous new models to an extremely rigorous evaluation in different categories, analyzing key criteria such as safety, construction quality, design, performance, ease of driving, environmental sustainability and quality-price ratio.
In this highly competitive context, IONIQ 9 has distinguished itself among over 20 competitors, claiming itself as a reference model and excellence. “Hyundai IONIQ 9 clearly demonstrates how advanced technology and everyday usability can go hand in hand. Its fast charging capacity and efficiency, the exceptional interior space and the high overall quality establish a new benchmark in the large SUV segment. This award also confirms that Hyundai’s commitment to innovation and excellence is constant: it is not the first time that the brand is recognized by our jury,” said Marta Garcìa, Executive President of the Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year Award.
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