Compare the2025 Volkswagen ID.BUZZVS 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9

The ID.BUZZ’s pre-crash front seatbelts will tighten automatically in the event the vehicle detects an impending crash, improving protection against injury significantly. The Ioniq 9 doesn’t offer pre-crash pretensioners.

Earlier warning of stopped traffic, traffic signals, dangerous road conditions, weather, or accidents, can keep driver's safer and prevent crashes. The ID.BUZZ has Car2X, a system that seamlessly communicates important warnings to the driver about impending danger, if they're available. The Ioniq 9 doesn’t offer a system that can receive automated systems

Both the ID.BUZZ and the Ioniq 9 have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, front seat center airbag, side-impact head airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, height adjustable front shoulder belts, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, crash mitigating brakes, daytime running lights, lane departure warning systems, blind spot warning systems, rearview cameras, rear cross-path warning and available around view monitors.

The ID.BUZZ has more powerful engines than the Ioniq 9:

For better stopping power the ID.BUZZ’s front brake rotors are larger than those on the Ioniq 9:

The ID.BUZZ stops shorter than the Ioniq 9:

For better traction and acceleration, the ID.BUZZ has larger rear tires than the Ioniq 9 (265/45R20 vs. 255/60R19).

The ID.BUZZ’s 235/50R20 front and 265/45R20 rear tires provide better handling because they have a lower 50 series front and 45 series rear profile (height to width ratio) that provides a stiffer sidewall than the Ioniq 9 S/SE’s standard 60 series tires.

For better load carrying, ride, handling and brake cooling the ID.BUZZ has standard 20-inch wheels. Smaller 19-inch wheels are standard on the Ioniq 9 S/SE.

For a smoother ride and more stable handling, the ID.BUZZ’s wheelbase is 4.3 inches longer than on the Ioniq 9 (127.5 inches vs. 123.2 inches).

For better maneuverability, the ID.BUZZ’s turning circle is 3.6 feet tighter than the Ioniq 9’s (37.4 feet vs. 41 feet).

The ID.BUZZ is 3.8 inches shorter than the Ioniq 9, making the ID.BUZZ easier to handle, maneuver and park in tight spaces.

The ID.BUZZ has 7.1 inches more rear hip room, .7 inches more rear shoulder room, 10.4 inches more third row legroom and 6.5 inches more third row hip room than the Ioniq 9.

The ID.BUZZ’s cargo area provides more volume than the Ioniq 9.

Unlike the driver-only memory system in the Ioniq 9 Limited/Calligraphy, the ID.BUZZ has standard driver and passenger memory, so that when drivers switch, the memory setting adjusts the driver’s seat and the front passenger seat also adjusts to the new passenger’s preset preferences.

The ID.BUZZ’s standard Keyless Access allow you to unlock the doors from any outside door handle, open the cargo door, and start the van, all without removing the key from the pocket or purse. Proximity Key standard on the Ioniq 9 doesn’t offer a sensor on the rear doors, so you’ll have to reach a front handle to unlock the rear door.

The ID.BUZZ’s standard sliding doors can be opened with less than three inches side clearance. The Ioniq 9’s standard rear swing-out doors are bulky and make loading in tight spots difficult.

The ID.BUZZ’s power side sliding doors make it much easier to load and unload kids and cargo. One touch opens the door, before you even get to the van. The Ioniq 9 doesn’t offer a power rear door.

Heated windshield washer nozzles are standard on the ID.BUZZ to prevent washer fluid and nozzles from freezing and help continue to keep the windshield clear in sub-freezing temperatures. The Ioniq 9 doesn’t offer heated windshield washer nozzles.

To help drivers avoid possible obstacles, the ID.BUZZ has standard cornering lights to illuminate around corners when the turn signals are activated. The Ioniq 9 doesn’t offer cornering lights. The ID.BUZZ also has standard adaptive headlights to illuminate around corners automatically by reading vehicle speed and steering wheel angle.

The Volkswagen ID.BUZZ has power folding mirrors that offer unparalleled convenience while maneuvering in tight places or parked. With the mirrors folded it’s easier to walk past and help prevent parking damage. The mirrors can be quickly unfolded when the driver is ready to leave. Power folding mirrors are only offered on the Ioniq 9 SEL/Limited/Calligraphy.

The ID.BUZZ has a standard heated steering wheel to take the chill out of steering on extremely cold winter days before the vehicle heater warms up. A heated steering wheel is only available on the Ioniq 9 SEL/Limited/Calligraphy.

The ID.BUZZ was chosen as a Car and Driver’s “Top Ten” for 2025. The Ioniq 9 has never been chosen by Car and Driver in their “10Best” issue.

A group of representative automotive journalists from North America selected the ID.BUZZ as the 2025 North American Utility Vehicle of the Year. The Ioniq 9 has never been chosen.