Kia EV9
Overview
ManufacturerKia
Model codeMV[1]
Production2023–present
Model years2024–present
AssemblySouth Korea: Gwangmyeong
DesignerKarim Habib (design chief)[2]
Body and chassis
ClassMid-size crossover SUV
Body style5-door SUV
Layout
PlatformE-GMP
Related
Powertrain
Battery76.1 kWh lithium-ion (Standard)[4]
99.8 kWh lithium-ion (Long Range)[4]
RangeUp to 541 km (336 mi)[5] (WLTP)
Plug-in charging240 kW, 800 V DC
11 kW AC
V2L: 3.68 kW
Dimensions
Wheelbase3,100 mm (122.0 in)[6]
Length5,010–5,015 mm (197.2–197.4 in)[6]
Width1,980 mm (78.0 in)[6]
Height1,755–1,780 mm (69.1–70.1 in)[6]
Curb weight2,405–2,664 kg (5,302–5,873 lb)

The Kia EV9 is an all-electric mid-size crossover SUV produced by Kia. It is the second Kia model developed on the Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP). It is also the second model in the manufacturer's "EV" electric car range after the EV6.

On March 14, 2023, Kia officially unveiled the production version of the EV9, featuring a similar design to the concept, as well as second-row seats that rotate 180 degrees.[7][8]

Overview

Concept

The EV9 was first unveiled as the Kia EV9 Concept at the 2021 Los Angeles Auto Show,[9][10] featuring 3 rows of seats.[11] The concept car features an interior that can transform into a meeting room.[9] The Kia EV9 offers two battery options: a 76-kilowatt-hour battery or a 100-kilowatt-hour battery. The real-world range is estimated to be around 400 kilometers (250 miles) for the smaller battery and 500 kilometers (310 miles) for the larger battery.[12]

Production

Kia unveiled the silhouette of the production EV9 via an internet teaser on 3 March 2023.[13][14] The EV9 was officially presented on March 14,[15] with production set to begin in Gwangmyeong, South Korea in the first half of the same year.[16]

Design

The production version retains many design elements from the original EV9 concept, which was first shown in November 2021.[17]

Kia said that it is "formed from a polygonal design language" that uses "triangular fender structures and highly pronounced geometric wheel arches that combine with the fuselage body." Kia also says the EV9 is very aerodynamic, although it has many lines and edges.[17]

Specifications

Powertrain[18]
Battery Layout Power Torque 0–100 km/h
(0–62 mph)
(official)		 Top speed
76.1 kWh
(Standard Range)		 RWD 160 kW (218 PS; 215 hp) 350 N⋅m (258 lbf⋅ft) 8.2 s 185 km/h (115 mph)
99.8 kWh
(Long Range)		 RWD 150 kW (204 PS; 201 hp) at 4,200–8,200 rpm 350 N⋅m (258 lbf⋅ft) at 0–4,000 rpm 9.4 s
AWD 283 kW (385 PS; 380 hp) at 4,000–7,800 rpm[19] 600 N⋅m (443 lbf⋅ft) at 0–3,800 rpm[20] 5.3 s[21] 200 km/h (124 mph)

Safety

The Kia EV9 achieved the maximum rating of five stars in the Euro NCAP tests.[22]

Awards and distinctions

In November 2023, Kia EV9 was selected as the 'Family Car of the Year' by Top Gear.[23][24] Later in December 2023, Kia EV9 was chosen as the 'DrivingElectric Car' of the Year 2024.[25] It also won the 'German Luxury Car' of the Year 2024.[26][27] It also won a 2024 10Best Trucks and SUVs Award by Car and Driver.[28] In 2024, it won the North American Utility Vehicle of the Year at the 2024 North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year (NACTOY) Awards.[29]

References

  1. ↑ loubeat (2023-02-21). "KIA EV9 Production Model Caught Undisguised". Korean Car Blog. Retrieved 2023-11-30.
  2. ↑ "How the Kia EV9 electric SUV is literally the next big thing for Kia design". Autoblog. March 14, 2023.
  3. ↑ "New Kia EV9 SUV claims maximum range of 336 miles". Auto Express. March 29, 2023.
  4. 1 2 "2024 Kia EV9 Offers Up To 336 Miles Of Range WLTP, 380-HP AWD Trim". InsideEVs. March 28, 2023.
  5. ↑ "New Kia EV9 arrives as the brand's biggest and priciest electric car". Auto Express. March 14, 2023.
  6. 1 2 3 4 Smith, Sam D. (March 28, 2023). "2024 Kia EV9 Detailed, Offers Power Boost Via Subscription And Up To 338 Miles Of Range". Carscoops.
  7. ↑ Gauthier, Michael (March 14, 2023). "2024 Kia EV9 SUV Debuts With Concept Looks, Swiveling Seats And 3rd Row". Carscoops.
  8. ↑ "2024 Kia EV9 Revealed As Electric Telluride In First Official Images". InsideEVs. March 14, 2023.
  9. 1 2 Smith, Sam D. (November 17, 2021). "Kia EV9 Concept Prepares Us For New Electric 3-Row SUV The Size Of The Telluride". Carscoops.
  10. ↑ "Kia EV9 Concept Debuts With Sharp-Edged Body, Smoothly Styled Cabin". Motor1.com. November 17, 2021.
  11. ↑ Pappas, Thanos (February 21, 2023). "2024 Kia EV9 Filmed In Public Undisguised, Production Electric SUV Mirrors Concept". Carscoops.
  12. ↑ UV, Ahir (June 1, 2023). "Kia EV9: The Best Large Electric SUV with Impressive Range 2024". EVNationNews.
  13. ↑ Quentin Pannaud (March 3, 2023). "Kia dévoile la silhouette de son SUV électrique EV9". Auto Plus.
  14. ↑ Derek Boshouwers (March 2, 2023). "2024 Kia EV9 teased again ahead of reveal". auto123.com.
  15. ↑ Julien Bertaux (March 2, 2023). "Kia EV9 : un teaser en attendant le 14 mars". Caradisiac.com.
  16. ↑ "Kia EV9 : on connait la date de production du SUV électrique 7 places". Automobile Propre (in French). March 4, 2023.
  17. 1 2 "Kia EV9 is fully electric, Three-row SUV with sleek appearance". March 16, 2023.
  18. ↑ "Kia EV9 Reshapes SUV User Experience with Superior Design and Technology". www.kiamedia.com.
  19. ↑ Combined output from front and rear motors
  20. ↑ 700 N⋅m (516 lbf⋅ft) with Boost feature.
  21. ↑ 5.3s with Boost feature or 6.0s without boost feature
  22. ↑ https://4x4adventure.ro/kia-ev9-primeste-cinci-stele-la-euro-ncap/
  23. ↑ "Nouveau Kia EV9". Automobile.tn. Retrieved 7 December 2023.
  24. ↑ "Kia EV9 named 'Family car of the year' at 2023 TopGear.com Awards". Kia. Retrieved 7 December 2023.
  25. ↑ "The Kia EV9 is DrivingElectric Car of the Year 2024". Auto Express. Retrieved 7 December 2023.
  26. ↑ "The Kia EV9 named German Luxury Car of the Year 2024". Kia. Retrieved 7 December 2023.
  27. ↑ "Kia EV9 wins German Luxury Car of the Year 2024". Citizen. Retrieved 7 December 2023.
  28. ↑ "2024 Kia EV9: Car and Driver 10Best Trucks and SUVs". Car and Driver. Car and Driver. Retrieved 13 December 2023.
  29. ↑ "Kia's EV9 wins SUV of the Year award in North America". The Korea Times. Retrieved 7 January 2024.
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