Hyundai Readies IONIQ 4 and IONIQ 7 Electric SUVs to Fill Vital Line-up Gaps

Hyundai is gearing up to plug two major holes in its dedicated EV roster over the next 12 to 18 months, according to a report by Auto Express. The South Korean automaker plans to introduce a pair of new Ioniq-badged electric crossovers, giving the brand a much-needed foothold in the fiercely contested small and midsize electric SUV segments—territory currently conceded to rivals, including sister company Kia.

The offensive will tackle two distinct areas of the market: a compact B-segment crossover expected to arrive as the IONIQ 4, and a larger, family-oriented crossover anticipated to take the IONIQ 7 moniker, slotting neatly between the IONIQ 5 and flagship IONIQ 9.

Hyundai IONIQ 4: A B-Segment Contender Aiming for the Urban SUV Crowd

First announced as part of Hyundai’s broader electrified roadmap, the upcoming small SUV will target hot urban rivals like the Skoda Epiq and Renault 4.

Speaking to Auto Express, Chris McKinnon, Hyundai’s Vice President of Product for Europe, underscored the significance of this footprint. When asked about a potential small crossover built around Kia EV3 running gear, McKinnon hinted:

"I really can't answer that question, to be honest. Watch this space."

While McKinnon acknowledged the high importance of this segment, industry expectations point toward a production debut around 2027 badged as the IONIQ 4.

• Styling and Practicality: Unlike the aerodynamic, hatchback-profiled IONIQ 3, the IONIQ 4 adopts a squarer, more conventional SUV silhouette. This profile maximizes cabin utility, offering generous rear passenger headroom, improved legroom, and a substantially larger boot.

• Interior Tech: The cabin is set to adopt a relaxed, "living room" aesthetic shared with the IONIQ 3, highlighted by Hyundai’s latest Pleos infotainment setup.

• Powertrain Specs: The model is expected to utilize 42 kWh and 61 kWh battery pack configurations driving a front-mounted electric motor. A dual-motor layout remains a strong possibility down the road, leaving the door open for a high-performance IONIQ 4 N variant.

• Market Positioning & Price: With the third-generation Hyundai Kona widely anticipated to drop its fully electric version in markets like the UK, the IONIQ 4 will step in as the direct zero-emission successor. UK pricing is projected to kick off at approximately £25,000—roughly £2,500 above the entry-level IONIQ 3.

Hyundai IONIQ 7: Sizing Up Between the Ioniq 5 and Flagship 9

Above the popular IONIQ 5, Hyundai is engineering a dedicated family hauler that balances everyday practicality with extended road-trip range. The crossover—expected to adopt the IONIQ 7 badge—will offer a two-row or occasional three-row seating layout, sporting a more upright, boxy profile for enhanced cargo capacity.

• Advanced 800V Architecture: Unlike the small-car segment, the IONIQ 7 will leverage Hyundai’s high-speed 800V charging platform. This will ensure ultra-fast DC fast-charging speeds and broad compatibility with high-output public infrastructure.

• Performance and Driving Range: Offered in both single-motor rear-wheel-drive and dual-motor all-wheel-drive configurations, the IONIQ 7 will target a driving range of at least 400 miles to stay neck-and-neck with emerging midsize rivals.

• Digital Cockpit: The cabin will showcase the next evolution of Hyundai's design language, driven by an integrated Pleos software environment, over-the-air updates, and intuitive family-friendly controls.

• Pricing Hierarchy: Expect the IONIQ 7 to start in the £45,000 to £50,000 range in the UK. This creates a balanced progression over the IONIQ 5 while keeping high-spec dual-motor versions well below the £65,000 base territory of the full-size Ioniq 9.

Accelerating the IONIQ Offensive

With the small and midsize zero-emission crossover spaces expanding rapidly, the arrival of both the IONIQ 4 and IONIQ 7 marks an essential expansion for Hyundai. By offering dedicated EV architectures with distinct lifestyle propositions—from budget-conscious city utility to long-range family transport—Hyundai aims to secure key ground across the European and global electric vehicle landscape.