- EV9 praised for driving efficiency, worth and functionality
The all-electric 2024 Kia EV9 has been named Automobiles.com’s “High Decide: 3-Row Electrical SUV.” Chosen from a aggressive lineup of electrical autos throughout 5 classes—2-Row EV SUV, 3-Row EV SUV, Electrical Automotive, Worth EV, and Luxurious EV—Automobiles.com editors highlighted that there isn’t a three-row EV SUV available on the market immediately that may compete with what the EV9 has to supply.
“The EV9 is a perfect car for a household seeking to get right into a three-row electrical car,” mentioned Brian Normile, Automobiles.com’s street take a look at editor. “Its spaciousness, glossy styling and relative affordability make it a strong, and logical, buy.”
When deciding on a winner, Automobiles.com editors consider consumer options, user-friendliness, driving enjoyment, utility, charging capabilities, and extra, all of which mirror the qualities most vital to immediately’s buyers. Automobiles.com judges praised the 2024 EV9’s capabilities, options and affordability as main components for successful.
“We’re thrilled to have the 2024 EV9 acknowledged because the main three-row electrical SUV by the consultants at Automobiles.com” mentioned Steven Middle, COO & EVP, Kia America. “This award shines a highlight on every part the EV9 brings to the desk—and the truth that it’s totally electrical is an added bonus.”
The EV9 affords beneficiant inside quantity and cargo area, towing functionality[i], wealthy inside appointments, and a few of Kia’s newest in-vehicle expertise together with car system over-the-air updates[ii], ultra-wideband-based Digital Key[iii], and Onboard Energy Generator (V2L) performance[iv]. Powered by a regular 76.1-kWh battery paired with a 160-kW (215-hp) motor, the EV9 options DC fast-charging compatibility. Non-obligatory upgrades embody a 99.8-kWh battery in a single-motor configuration or a dual-motor setup that delivers 283 kW (379 hp) with torque vectoring all-wheel drive, producing 516 lb.-ft. of torque. When related to a 350kW DC quick charger, the EV9 can cost from 10 to 80 p.c state of cost in below 25 minutes[v].
[i] Towing might considerably cut back electrical vary and requires further tools. See Proprietor’s Handbook for towing directions. All the time use warning whereas towing.
[ii] Buy/lease of sure 2025 and newer Kia autos with Kia Join features a complimentary 3-year subscription to the Kia Join Final package deal, ranging from new car retail sale/lease date as recorded by the supplier. Use of Kia Join is topic to settlement to the Kia Join Privateness Coverage (obtainable at house owners.kia.com/us/en/privacy-policy.html) and Phrases of Service (obtainable at house owners.kia.com/us/en/terms-of-service.html). Kia Join options might differ by mannequin, mannequin 12 months, and trim stage. Options, specs, and charges are topic to vary. Kia Join might presently be unavailable for Mannequin Yr 2022 and newer autos offered or bought in Massachusetts.
[iii] Kia Digital Key requires an eligible Kia Join subscription and a suitable sensible gadget with an energetic information plan. Regular mobile service charges might apply when utilizing a sensible gadget.
[iv] V2G, V2L, and V2H require the acquisition of individually offered further tools and might not be suitable with all units and houses. Contact an expert to evaluate your private home’s electrical system and any relevant permits and permissions. These options can be utilized till a 20 p.c battery state of cost. Check with the car’s Proprietor’s Handbook for warnings and directions.
[v] Cost time based mostly on Kia Company testing with 350 kW DC quick charger. Precise cost time might differ with choices, driving circumstances, driving habits, car upkeep, charging apply, battery age, climate, temperature, and your car’s situation. Battery capability will lower with time and use. Frequent use of DC quick charging can negatively impression battery efficiency and sturdiness, and Kia recommends minimizing use of DC quick charging.
