This week, we discuss the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9. This sleek, futuristic-looking three-row electric vehicle shares its basic technology and design with the Kia EV9. We cover the similarities and differences between the two vehicles, share our driving experiences, and lament (once again) the use case of electronic door handles. We also answer questions about fuel savings on hybrid vehicles and the longevity of plug-in hybrid vehicle batteries.   Test results here: <a href= "https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT"> https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT</a> Exclusive CR discount for Talking Cars viewers: <a href= "https://www.cr.org/jointalkingcars?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT">https://www.cr.org/jointalkingcars?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT</a> SHOW NOTES: 0:00: Intro 0:17:  Hyundai Ioniq 9 overview 5:26: EV Charging 7:50: Interior, controls, and cabin storage 16:50: Access 21:57: Regenerative braking 26:22: Driving impressions 29:27: Safety systems 33:50: Hyundai Ionia 9 vs. Kia EV9 37:35: Question #1: Is buying a hybrid still a better choice than a non-hybrid? 42:50:  Question #2: Does daily charging degrade a PHEV battery quicker?

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