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Ford E-Tourneo Custom vs Hyundai IONIQ 9
Selected trimTitaniumChange trim202 mi · 71 kWh · £46,050
Selected trimLong-Range RWDChange trim385 mi · 110.3 kWh · £64,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Ford E-Tourneo Custom counters with the lowest price, while the Hyundai IONIQ 9 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hyundai IONIQ 9 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Hyundai IONIQ 9 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueHyundai
Ford
4.8
Hyundai
5.5
Motorway RangeHyundai
Ford
1.6
Hyundai
7.1
FamilyHyundai
Ford
7.7
Hyundai
9.5
ChargingHyundai
Ford
5.1
Hyundai
7.1
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Ford E-Tourneo Custom
Titanium
- £18,945 cheaper
- 1422 litres more boot space
- 1.6 m tighter turning circle
- 2 more seats
- 500 kg more towing capacity
Hyundai IONIQ 9
Long-Range RWD
- 183 miles more WLTP range
- 83 kW faster rapid charging
- 17 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 2.6s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Ford E-Tourneo CustomTitanium | Hyundai IONIQ 9Long-Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £46,050 (better) | £64,995 |
| Official range | 202 miles | 385 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 1760 L (better) | 338 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 41 min | 24 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 12 sec | 9.4 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Ford E-Tourneo Custom
Hyundai IONIQ 9
Length
Ford E-Tourneo Custom5,050mm-10mm
Hyundai IONIQ 95,060mm
Width
Ford E-Tourneo Custom2,032mm
Hyundai IONIQ 91,980mm-52mm
Height
Ford E-Tourneo Custom1,960mm
Hyundai IONIQ 91,790mm-170mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Ford E-Tourneo CustomTitanium | Hyundai IONIQ 9Long-Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5,050 mm | 5,060 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 2,032 mm | 1,980 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,216 mm (better) | 2,239 mm |
| Height | 1,960 mm | 1,790 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m (better) | 12.5 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 368 mm spare | 420 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Ford E-Tourneo CustomTitanium | Hyundai IONIQ 9Long-Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 9 (better) | 7 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 1760 L (better) | 338 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1990 L |
| Frunk | 0 L | 88 L (better) |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 2,000 kg (better) | 1,500 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Ford E-Tourneo Custom
- 1st-largest boot among MPVs in our catalogue at 1,760 L.
- At 5,050 mm, longer than 80% of MPVs we track.
Hyundai IONIQ 9
- At 5,060 mm, longer than 95% of SUVs we track.
- A 88 L frunk, one of 12 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 88 L or more.
- 385 mile WLTP range, longer than 90% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Ford E-Tourneo Custom Titanium |  Hyundai IONIQ 9 Long-Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5.05m | 5.06m+10mm |
| Width | 2.03m | 1.98m-52mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.22m | 2.24m+23mm |
| Height | 1.96m | 1.79m-170mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.10m | 3.13m+30mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 1760L (better) | 338L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1990L |
| Frunk | Not available | 88L (better) |
| Seats | 9 (better) | 7 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m (better) | 12.5m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,399kg (better) | 2,541kg |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000kg (better) | 1,500kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 71kWh | 110.3kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 202 mi | 385 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW | 233kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £46,050 (better) | £64,995 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | MPV | SUV |
| Available | 2023+ | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Ford E-Tourneo CustomTitanium | Hyundai IONIQ 9Long-Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 202 miles | 385 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 168 miles | 321 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 41 min | 24 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW | 233 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 10.5 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 71 kWh | 110.3 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NCMA |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 800V (better) |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Ford E-Tourneo CustomTitanium | Hyundai IONIQ 9Long-Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 12 sec | 9.4 sec (better) |
| Power | 160 kW | 160 kW |
| Torque | 415 Nm (better) | 350 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Ford E-Tourneo Custom
Titanium
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Hyundai IONIQ 9
Long-Range RWD
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Ford E-Tourneo Custom Titanium
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant75%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users77%
Safety Assist53%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Hyundai IONIQ 9 Long-Range RWD
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant84%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users77%
Safety Assist83%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Buying options
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Ford E-Tourneo Custom
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Hyundai IONIQ 9
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Ford E-Tourneo Custom
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Hyundai IONIQ 9
- £54,9992026Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Hyundai IONIQ 9 worth the extra £18,945 over the Ford E-Tourneo Custom?
The Hyundai IONIQ 9 costs £18,945 more than the Ford E-Tourneo Custom. For that premium it adds 183 miles more WLTP range, 83 kW faster peak rapid charging and a 2.6s quicker 0-62mph time. The Ford E-Tourneo Custom is not just cheaper - it also offers 1422 litres more boot space and 2 more seats (9 versus 7). On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Hyundai IONIQ 9 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Ford E-Tourneo Custom or the Hyundai IONIQ 9?
The Ford E-Tourneo Custom is £18,945 cheaper to buy. The Hyundai IONIQ 9 is cheaper to charge, roughly £192 a year versus £240 for the Ford E-Tourneo Custom, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Ford E-Tourneo Custom comes out roughly £18,705 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Ford E-Tourneo Custom and Hyundai IONIQ 9 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 168 miles for the Ford E-Tourneo Custom and 321 miles for the Hyundai IONIQ 9 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Hyundai IONIQ 9 goes roughly 153 miles further between charging stops. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 41 minutes in the Ford E-Tourneo Custom and 24 in the Hyundai IONIQ 9, so the Hyundai IONIQ 9 loses less time at each stop. That makes the Hyundai IONIQ 9 the stronger long-distance car.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Ford E-Tourneo Custom or the Hyundai IONIQ 9?
The Hyundai IONIQ 9 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 52 mm narrower than the Ford E-Tourneo Custom. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 420 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai IONIQ 9 and about 368 mm of total clearance for the Ford E-Tourneo Custom. The Ford E-Tourneo Custom also turns in a 1.6 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Ford E-Tourneo Custom or the Hyundai IONIQ 9?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Ford E-Tourneo Custom and 89% for the Hyundai IONIQ 9. That gives the Hyundai IONIQ 9 a modest edge in retained real-world range. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation.
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Data accuracy
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