Hyundai IONIQ 6 SE Long Range vs Yangwang U9: Which EV is better?
Head-to-head: Hyundai IONIQ 6 SE Long Range vs Yangwang U9. Compare real range, efficiency, charging time, price, rating and running costs to find the best electric vehicle for you in 2026.
Our verdict
Hyundai IONIQ 6 SE Long Range wins this head-to-head
It wins 5 of 8 categories compared below, with a margin of 2 category wins.
The numbers that matter
Real, comparable stats from our database. The green value wins each category.
| Specification | IONIQ 6 SE Long Range | U9 |
|---|---|---|
| Range IONIQ 6 SE Long Range wins | 581 km | 450 km |
| Battery U9 wins | 77.4 kWh | 80 kWh |
| Efficiency IONIQ 6 SE Long Range wins | 13.3 kWh/100km | 18.7 kWh/100km |
| 0-100 km/h U9 wins | 6.2 s | 2.36 s |
| Fast charge 10-80% IONIQ 6 SE Long Range wins | ~18 min | ~25 min |
| Seats IONIQ 6 SE Long Range wins | 5 | 2 |
| Price IONIQ 6 SE Long Range wins | $44,950 | $168,000 |
| Rating U9 wins | 4.6 / 5 | 4.8 / 5 |
| Est. running cost / yr | $299/yr | $421/yr |
View the full specification sheet
| Specification | IONIQ 6 SE Long Range | U9 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 77.4 kWh | 80 kWh |
| Range | 361 mi (EPA) | 450 km (CLTC) |
| Top speed | 115 mph | 309 km/h |
| Power | RWD · 225 hp | Quad-motor AWD · 1,305 hp |
| 0-60 mph | 6.2 s | — |
| Charging (10-80%) | ~18 min | ~25 min |
| Architecture | 800V | — |
| Seats | 5 | 2 |
| 0-100 km/h | — | 2.36 s |
| Drive | — | Quad-motor AWD |
| Efficiency | — | 18.7 kWh/100 km |
| Cargo | — | 100 L |
Hyundai IONIQ 6 SE Long Range
Pros
- Outstanding efficiency
- Very fast 800V charging
- Comfortable ride
- Generous standard tech
Cons
- Tight rear headroom
- Small trunk opening
- Some cheap interior plastics
- No frunk
Yangwang U9
Pros
- Insane acceleration
- Four-wheel torque vectoring
- Supercar presence
- BYD build quality
Cons
- Very expensive
- Limited range
- Two seats only
- Brand unknown outside China
Frequently asked questions
Is the Hyundai IONIQ 6 SE Long Range really better than Yangwang U9?
Our verdict is based on real specs: range, battery, efficiency, acceleration, charging speed, seats, price and rating. The winner wins the majority of those categories, but the right choice depends on your budget, driving style and priorities.
Which has more range, Hyundai IONIQ 6 SE Long Range or Yangwang U9?
581 km vs 450 km respectively, before factoring in weather and driving conditions.
Which is cheaper to run?
Based on official efficiency and a typical $0.15/kWh tariff at 15,000 km per year, running costs are estimated at $299/yr for the Hyundai IONIQ 6 SE Long Range and $421/yr for the Yangwang U9.
Should I compare more models?
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